This study seeks to empirically demonstrate the causality between the innovation activities of the German transport equipment manufacturers and the firms` internal and external resources. Vehicle production is no doubt one of the most significant pillars of the German manufacturing industry....

Vehicle production is no doubt one of the most significant pillars of the German manufacturing industry. German vehicle producers have been challenged by their competitors, especially by the USA-based companies, to maintain their competitiveness and market power for a long time. In addition to...