The IAA Hannover truck show will run from 23rd to 30th September this year. With 1,619 exhibitors, it is the biggest of its type in Europe by far, with 190,000m2 for indoor and 30,000m2 for outdoor exhibits.  730 of the exhibitors are German firms. Amongst the 889 foreign exhibitors, Turkey leads with 107, reflecting the strength of its growing automotive industry. The UK is seventh in the 40-strong list of exhibitor nations. The 200 or so van, truck, trailer, bodybuilder and bus stands take up nearly 60% of the exhibition space. If you plan to go to the show and need a hotel room, book soon before the rush.