Moon: July 2019

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TCDD Izmir Urla Camp Periods Address and Phone

31/07/2019
TCDD Izmir Urla Camp Address and Telephone Number: The Turkish State Railways (TCDD) training and recreation facility located in Urla district of Izmir is known among railway workers as Urla Camp. The camp has a very high occupancy rate during the summer months. While TCDD Urla Camp operates as a training and recreation facility for its employees, it is also frequented by people from outside the region. [...]
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Defense Sector Meets at this Summit

29/07/2019
The International Military Radar and Border Security Summit, a new meeting point for the defense industry, will showcase domestic and national defense power investments. The Summit, where S-400 and F-35 issues will also be discussed, will also address the steps the sector needs to take to develop and increase its export potential. Türkiye's defense industry giants will participate in the 2nd International Military Radar Summit to be held in Ankara. [...]
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YHT Disaster Defense from TCDD: Scissors Were Problematic Repairs would take a long time

26/07/2019
According to a report by Burcu Cansu from Birgün, senior executives of TCDD (Turkish State Railways), while explaining the reasons for the high-speed train accident in Ankara on December 13, 2018, which claimed the lives of 9 people, stated that they "changed the track because the repair of the switches took a long time." The report further states that TCDD was found "at fault" by the expert witness regarding the high-speed train accident in Ankara on December 13, 2018, which resulted in the deaths of 9 people. [...]
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Halkalı Kapıkule Railway Project Information Meeting

25/07/2019
Halkalı-Kapıkule Railway Project Information Meeting: TCDD General Manager Ali İhsan Uygun attended an information meeting about the Halkalı-Kapıkule Railway Line high-speed train project. The meeting, chaired by Edirne Governor Ekrem Canalp, covered the Halkalı-Kapıkule Railway Line High-Speed ​​Train Project, 54 km of which is located within the borders of Edirne province. The meeting was held at the Devecihan Cultural Center. [...]
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Turkey's first domestic car in 'Revolution' revived

24/07/2019
The spirit of the 'Devrim Car,' Türkiye's first domestically produced automobile, which was started on June 16, 1961, and completed in exactly 129 days, is being revived. A team formed by students from Eskişehir Osmangazi University (ESOGÜ) has begun working on producing a car under the name "Devrim26." Devrim26 Team Captain Furkan Çitilci stated that Devrim26 was formed in 2017 when 28 people came together to participate in the TÜBİTAK Efficiency Challenge. [...]
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Channel Istanbul Tender Will Be Held In 2019 Year?

23/07/2019
Will the Canal Istanbul Tender Take Place in 2019? : What is the latest situation regarding the Canal Istanbul project, which stands out as the largest project in the history of the Republic, and when will the tender date be announced? The Canal Istanbul project, which is constantly brought up by the opposition with claims of its cancellation, while the government continues to state that it "will definitely be built"... [...]
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Feast of Sacrifice for YHT Campaigns

22/07/2019
Arrangements for High-Speed ​​Train Services During Eid al-Adha: Minister of Transport and Infrastructure Cahit Turhan stated that various measures have been taken to prevent citizens who wish to travel by train during Eid al-Adha from being inconvenienced and to meet passenger demand. Turhan stated that the number of daily high-speed train services operating between Ankara and Istanbul has been increased from 16 to 18, adding, "Due to the increased passenger demand during Eid al-Adha..." [...]
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Ordu Boztepe Teleferik Prices, Hours and Accommodation

22/07/2019
The Ordu Boztepe cable car line is one of the most famous tourist destinations in the Black Sea region. Located in the middle of the Black Sea coastal road, Ordu is an important tourist center that welcomes both direct and transit visitors with its natural beauty and scenery. When you reach the top, you are greeted with a magnificent view of the Black Sea and Ordu itself. It's a place where green is abundant and the blue... [...]
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TCDD Social Facilities Izmir TCDD Urla Camp

22/07/2019
TCDD Social Facilities İzmir TCDD Urla Camp: The training and recreation facility of the Turkish State Railways (TCDD) located in Urla District of İzmir is known among railway workers as the Urla Camp. Since the TCDD Urla Camp is very crowded during the summer months, please contact us beforehand. It operates as a training and recreation facility for TCDD employees.  [...]
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Basmane Train Station

21/07/2019
Basmane Train Station: Among the first railway lines planned in the Ottoman Empire was the İzmir-Kasaba (Turgutlu) line. An agreement for its construction was reached with a British initiative. The foundation of the line was laid in 1664, and it was officially opened in 1866. This line was the first railway line opened by the Ottoman Empire in Anatolia. In İzmir, starting from the 17th century... [...]
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High Speed ​​Train YHT - New High Speed ​​Train Lines

20/07/2019
High-Speed ​​Rail (HSR) – New High-Speed ​​Rail Lines to be Constructed: In the construction of high-speed rail, the Istanbul-Ankara-Sivas, Ankara-Afyonkarahisar-Izmir, and Ankara-Konya corridors have been determined as the core network, with Ankara as the center. It is planned to connect 15 major cities with high-speed rail, primarily on the Ankara-Eskişehir, Ankara-Konya, Konya-Istanbul, and Ankara-Istanbul lines. [...]
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New Ford Ranger and Ranger Raptor Challenge the Standards

19/07/2019
Raising the bar even higher with its unique and unrivaled features in its class, the new Ford Ranger and Raptor offer high performance and superior fuel efficiency together with their renewed engines. The new 2.0-liter EcoBlue engine offers up to 24 percent fuel efficiency and is also available in a twin-turbo version with 213 PS of power, while the new 10-speed automatic transmission... [...]
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High Speed ​​Train Sets and Features - CAF HT65000

18/07/2019
High-Speed ​​Train Sets and Features – CAF HT65000: These high-speed train sets, supplied by the Spanish company CAF, consist of 6 carriages. These sets provide maximum comfort for passengers while traveling on high-tech, safe lines. The high-speed train, which will travel at a speed of 250 km/h, includes air conditioning, video, TV, music system, and facilities for disabled passengers. [...]
Renault's New Concept Car: Morphoz - OtonomHaber
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TCDD Pet Transport Rules

18/07/2019
You can find detailed information about TCDD Pet Transportation Rules in our news article and enjoy a safer and smoother journey with your little friends. You can take your small pet with you on trains under the following conditions: Small pets that can be transported (birds, cats, fish, small dogs, etc.); Cage sizes must be such that they can be carried on your lap and have sufficient weight and volume. Your pet's cage... [...]
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Zero interest opportunity in Volkswagen Commercial Vehicle models

17/07/2019
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles offers zero-interest financing on its models; Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles is offering a special "0" percent interest rate opportunity for vehicles in its product range for the month of July. Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles continues to offer attractive financing opportunities in addition to special July discounts for those who want to own a new vehicle or upgrade their current one. [...]
Goodyear returns to the Le Mans 24 Hours Race and the FIA ​​World Endurance Championship! OtonomHaber
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Goodyear is back in the Le Mans 24 Hour Races and FIA World Endurance Championship!

17/07/2019
Goodyear Returns to the Le Mans 24 Hours and the FIA ​​World Endurance Championship!; Goodyear will once again participate in European and international motorsports events such as the FIA ​​World Endurance Championship (WEC) and the Le Mans 24 Hours, with a new tire series. The FIA ​​World Endurance Championship, coinciding with the Le Mans season finale, spans four continents. [...]
HSBC Advantage offers the opportunity to pay Motor Vehicle Tax in 3 installments. OtonomHaber
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3 Installment Opportunity to Motor Vehicles Tax Came from HSBC Advantage

17/07/2019
HSBC Advantage Offers 3 Installment Payment Option for Motor Vehicle Tax; Motor Vehicle Tax can be paid in 3 equal installments via the HSBC Advantage Credit Card on the website. Those who pay their Motor Vehicle Tax with HSBC Advantage will be able to benefit from the installment opportunity throughout July[1]. For payments made after the legal payment period and which will include late payment penalties, HSBC Advantage [...]
Aslan Uzun has become the new CEO of TEMSA. OtonomHaber
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Aslan Uzun, the new CEO of TEMSA

17/07/2019
Aslan Uzun has been appointed as the new CEO of TEMSA; Aslan Uzun has been appointed to the position of Board Representative and CEO of TEMSA, Türkiye's leading and one of the world's leading bus manufacturers. A graduate of the Middle East Technical University's Mechanical Engineering Department, Aslan Uzun began his career in 1988 at the Koç Group. During his 17-year career at the Koç Group, starting at Ford Otosan, he most recently worked at Ram Dış... [...]
Ford Pick-up Emoji Arrives on World Emoji Day - OtonomHaber
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Ford Pick-up Emoji Arrives on World Emoji Day

17/07/2019
Ford Pick-up Emoji Arrives on World Emoji Day; Ford announced it has applied to the Unicode Consortium (UCC) to add a brand new “Pick-up” emoji to their approved list of emojis. Ford’s newly developed “Pick-up” emoji has been shortlisted by the UCC, which evaluates and approves emojis. With over 100 years of experience in pickup truck manufacturing, Ford… [...]
Renault Spring Returns as an Electric Vehicle - OtonomHaber
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Continental Starts Production of Technologies, the Trend of the Frankfurt Motor Show

17/07/2019
Ahead of the Frankfurt Motor Show (IAA) in September 2019, technology company Continental will introduce numerous innovations reflecting three key trends of the industry summit under the slogan "Mobility is the Rhythm of Life." Continental CEO Dr. Elmar Degenhart stated, "Zero accidents, zero emissions, and zero stress will be achieved thanks to intelligent connectivity and comfort. Pioneering..." [...]
Renault Spring Returns as an Electric Vehicle - OtonomHaber
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Turkey, the first in Europe in the consumption of LPG in cars

17/07/2019
Turkey ranks first in Europe and second in the world in LPG consumption in automobiles. 80% of all LPG consumed nationwide is used as autogas. Furthermore, Turkey is the only country where more LPG vehicles are used than gasoline vehicles. The trend towards LPG vehicles is driven by the fact that the price of gasoline has exceeded 7 Turkish Lira per liter and diesel fuel has lost its economic advantage. [...]
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Domestic Automobile Transformation from Kardemir!

16/07/2019
It has been reported that Karabük Iron and Steel Industry and Trade Inc. (KARDEMİR) has a strategic goal of integrating with the automotive industry and becoming a good supplier. With a participatory and transparent management approach, the company aims to add more value to both the regional and national economies, and to strengthen Kardemir's position against developments in both global economies and its sector. [...]
Renault Group Announces Global Sales Figures for the First Half of 2019 - OtonomHaber
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Renault Group 2019 Announces First Half Global Sales Numbers

16/07/2019
Renault Group Announces Global Sales Figures for the First Half of 2019; Renault Group maintained its market share in the shrinking global market during the first half of the year. In a global market that contracted by 7,1%, Renault Group managed to show resilience with a 6,7% decrease, selling 1,938,579 vehicles and maintaining a 4,4% market share. The Group's performance for the year... [...]
Lewis Hamilton broke a record by winning the British Grand Prix. OtonomHaber
Autonomous Vehicles

Lewis Hamilton Wins Great Britain Grand Prix

16/07/2019
Lewis Hamilton Breaks Record by Winning the British Grand Prix; Lewis Hamilton achieved an unprecedented victory by winning the British Grand Prix for the sixth time at his home race, thus cementing his place among the legends. History was made at the 2019 British Grand Prix on July 14th. Monster Energy driver Lewis Hamilton won the race last Sunday. [...]
Türkiye Ranks First in Europe in LPG Consumption. OtonomHaber
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First LPG consumption in Europe in Turkey

16/07/2019
Turkey ranks first in Europe and second in the world in LPG consumption in automobiles. 80% of all LPG consumed nationwide is used as autogas. Furthermore, Turkey is the only country where more LPG vehicles are used than gasoline vehicles. The trend towards LPG vehicles is driven by the fact that the price of gasoline has exceeded 7 Turkish Lira per liter and diesel fuel has lost its economic advantage. [...]
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High Speed ​​Train Times Changed From Today

16/07/2019
High-speed train schedules have been updated effective July 16, 2019. High-speed trains, which greatly facilitate our lives in intercity travel, continue to connect different cities, passengers, and cultures. Serving various cities with different travel features and carriage types, high-speed trains operate with great dedication. [...]
The reason for the BMW executive's resignation may be electric cars. OtonomHaber
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BMW's Resignation May Be Electric Cars

16/07/2019
The reason for BMW CEO's resignation may be electric cars; BMW, one of the first companies to start the electric car trend, only started renewing its electric models like the i3 and i8 years later. BMW CEO Harald Krueger, who resigned suddenly recently, was reportedly among those opposed to the company's electric vehicle investments. BMW owns MINI. [...]
Goodyear to Supply Tires for Aircraft - OtonomHaber
Airplanes

Goodyear will supply tires for airplanes

16/07/2019
Goodyear to Supply Tires for Aircraft; Goodyear has been selected as the supplier of “flight radial” tires for the main and nose landing gear of Airbus’ new A321XLR aircraft. Goodyear’s most advanced aviation product, the “flight radial” tires, feature “Featherweight Alloy Core Bead Technology” and an improved compound that ensures they maintain their dimensions. [...]
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Ankara Metro Map and Ankaray Rail System

15/07/2019
Ankara Metro Rail System Map and Ankaray: public transport service in Ankara, capital of Turkey, which Ankara Metropolitan Municipality General Directorate of EGO rail transport network. The existing Ankara rail transportation network consists of light rail systems, subway, ropeway and suburban systems, and public transport vehicles operated by EGO consist of four parts: [...]
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Konya Istanbul High Speed ​​Train Ticket Schedules and Schedule

12/07/2019
Konya-Istanbul High-Speed ​​Train Ticket Prices, Schedules and Travel Times: TCDD Transportation continues to make our lives easier with high-speed trains, offering passengers both high-quality and modern service by using all kinds of technological and modern methods on its high-speed trains. The Konya-Istanbul High-Speed ​​Train runs 3 times a day. [...]