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VDA raised 2026 German new electric car sales forecast by 91,000 units from 979,000 (+17%) to 1.07 million BEVs and PHEVs (+25%), based on development to date (M1-5: +32%). Furthermore, subsidies for electric cars – available for application since May 19 – are slowly beginning to take effect, association added
June 30, 2026 | 07:56am CETflashread more
GlobalData: Global new light vehicle sales down by 4% to 7.24 million units in May
June 30, 2026 | 07:49am CETflashread more
Benchmark Mineral Intelligence (Rho Motion): Global new electric vehicle (EV) sales grew by 3% to 1.8 million passenger cars and light-duty vehicles (LDVs/LCVs) in May, by 0.9% to 7.5 million in first 5 months – China: 0.99 million (-9%) and 3.9 million BEVs+PHEVs (-15%), Europe (EU & EFTA & UK): 0.42 million (+23%) and 2 million (+26%), North America (USA & Canada & Mexico): 0.12 million (-26%) and 0.58 million (-25%), Rest of World (RoW): 0.25 million (+80%) and 1.1 million (+89%)
June 30, 2026 | 07:42am CETflashread more
Aures Holdings sold record more than 47,000 used vehicles in first 5 months at AAA Auto and Mototechna car centers
June 30, 2026 | 07:36am CETflashread more
Automotive Europe 2026: Reuters Events to hold conference on automotive industry in Frankfurt, Germany on June 30 – July 1, focusing on software defined vehicles (SDVs), supply chain and manufacturing, artificial intelligence (AI). Representatives of Smart Europe, Lynk & Co, Volvo Cars, Hyundai Motor Europe, Hyundai Connected Mobility, Chery, Ampere Cars/Renault, Nissan, Nio, VinFast, Volkswagen Group, Audi, Cariad, BYD, Mercedes-Benz, Stellantis, Shell, JATO, Publicis Sapient, Ascentt, Madox Square, P3, Autobrains, BeyondMath, Berghof Foundation, Telenor IOT, Counterpoint Research, Aumovio, Allnex, Cox Automotive Europe, Bosch, CATL, Women Automotive Network to speak at event
June 29, 2026 | 07:44am CETflashread more
Automakers, suppliers in Czechia reported record production volume, profitability in Q1. We have had two record years (2024, 2025) and I think that production to be at least at same level in 2026 (1.47 million vehicles), maybe even higher. This is thanks to very good technical capabilities in Czech Republic, still relatively favorable production costs and also brands that are currently doing well in Europe (Škoda, Toyota, Hyundai), Jahn (AutoSAP) said. This is happening in midst of transformation of automotive industry from fossil-fuel to zero-emission road mobility (2015-2035), primarily from internal combustion engine vehicles (ICEVs) to electric vehicles (BEVs, FCEVs)
June 29, 2026 | 07:39am CETflashread more
AAA Auto (Aures Holdings) Barometer: In May, 76,459 used cars sold through classified ads websites in Czechia (+4.9% m/m, +4% y/y; BEV: 2,502 vehicles, +100%) with average price of CZK 327,770 (EUR 13,500; +1.1%, +8.3%) and average age 12 years (+0 years). Recent slight cooling of market, caused by rising fossil fuel prices, has apparently ended with onset of warm spring weather, Vaněček said
June 29, 2026 | 07:34am CETflashread more
Statistics Austria (Bundesanstalt Statistik Österreich): New car registrations in Austria up by 5% to 25,529 in May. Penetration of battery electric vehicles reached 25.8% (6,598 units, +21.6%), total share of electrified cars (BEVs, PHEVs, HEVs, MHEVs) increased by 4.9 pp to 65.6%
June 26, 2026 | 07:48am CETflashread more
JD Power, GlobalData cut 2026 global new light-vehicle sales outlook by 600,000 cars, vans from 91.7 million (-0.4%, 2025: 91.9 million) to 91.1 million (-1.1%). Ongoing conflict in Middle East is one factor driving these declines, as another month has passed without resolution, continuing to create downstream effects on energy prices, GDP growth and consumer confidence, even in regions with limited direct exposure to region. In addition, sales in China remain weak as slow implementation of new subsidy scheme has led further reductions to our forecast, Krafft (GlobalData) said
June 24, 2026 | 07:57am CETflashread more
KBA: New car registrations in Germany up by 0.1% in May (motorcycles +7.3%; buses -12.9%; vans/trucks -5.8%; trailers -7.7%). Electric vehicle sales grew by 28.8% to 87,890 units (59,969 BEVs +39.3%, 27,921 PHEVs +10.9%), representing share of 36.7% (25+11.7%)
June 24, 2026 | 07:42am CETflashread more
'Car Body Parts: Materials and Forming Processes 2026': Automotive Circle (Vincentz Network) to hold 3rd conference on development, production of structural, outer skin car body parts in Bad Nauheim, Germany on June 23-24. Representatives of BMW, Audi, Volkswagen, Porsche, Mercedes-Benz, Stellantis, Ford Otosan, Hyundai Motor Group, Hyundai Steel, General Motors/GM, Andreas Stihl, TPI/Thixotropic Piston Injection Technology, Albert Handtmann Metallgusswerk, Yizumi Holdings, Costamp Group, Voestalpine Stahl, Salzgitter Mannesmann Forschung, AP&T, NiobelCon, Beycelik Gestamp, DeepForm, CAIQ, POSCO, SandboxAQ, Toyotetsu, Alcoa, Fraunhofer IFAM, Henkel, HRC, Magnetto Automotive/CLN Group, JFE Steel, Constellium, Fontana Group, AMAG Rolling, Hydro Aluminium, Resoniks, Newston Automated Solutions, ArcelorMittal, Coşkunöz Metal Form, Civan Lasers, Stirweld, ThyssenKrupp Steel, Pressler Technologies Group to speak at congress
June 22, 2026 | 08:25am CETflashread more
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Daimler to invest hundreds of millions of euros in two locations in Europe
March 31, 2016 | 08:54pm CEToriginalCountries and locations, the amount of investments, allocation to production and R&D, the models concerned, HR, an agreement with the unions, cost savings, timing, cooperation of factories...
read moreJiri Kyncl left Automotive Industry Association
March 31, 2016 | 08:37pm CEToriginalHe worked in the Czech association of automakers, their suppliers and other entities for over 15 years. His next direction...
read moreSkoda Auto to enter joint venture of Volkswagen and SAIC in China
March 30, 2016 | 11:56pm CEToriginalPossible relation to Dieselgate, the investment amount, timing, model expansion, the sales outlook for the Czech brand in the Middle Kingdom...
read moreFord makes changes in production in Eastern Europe
March 30, 2016 | 11:43pm CEToriginalThey are related to two countries and two models. Related investments, the sales outlook of SUVs and AWD vehicles in Europe, analysis of IHS Automotive...
read moreA123 Systems to build factory in Europe, Czech Rep won
March 28, 2016 | 11:57pm CEToriginalLocation, reasons, capacity, products, timing, HR, cooperation with R&D centre in Germany, the assistance of CzechInvest, new orders for batteries, clients...
read moreMartin Jahn to lead Czech Automotive Industry Association for another two years
March 28, 2016 | 11:28pm CEToriginalHe was elected at the second attempt. The new director of the Secretariat became a lawyer. Changes in AutoSAP vice president posts...
read moreSkoda Auto further increased offer on wage growth
March 28, 2016 | 11:01pm CEToriginalThe automaker proposal, reaction of trade unions, an agreement in sub-paragraphs (a bonus for last year's results, contribution to the pension additional insurance), possible meeting with a mediator...
read moreDeloitte: Three quarters of automakers and suppliers in CEE to increase production by 2020
March 24, 2016 | 02:12am CEToriginalThe situation in the Czech Republic, the importance of Central Europe's 'Detroit', competitive advantages, threats, relocations of factories, country preferences for a new plant, HR, innovations, R&D, supplier-customer relations…
read moreAutomotive Industry Association to enhance external communication
March 23, 2016 | 11:31pm CEToriginalCzech association of vehicle manufacturers, their suppliers and other entities has chosen a PR agency. Its profile, the new Secretary of the AutoSAP...
read moreHE3DA found investor for production of li-ion batteries
March 22, 2016 | 11:57pm CEToriginalPlant for production lines in the Czech Republic, licensed production of patented batteries worldwide, the investment amount, timing, HR, troubles of the co-owner with the law...
read moreSkoda Auto increased offer on wage growth
March 21, 2016 | 11:30pm CEToriginalThe reaction of the trade union, approaching an agreement only in specific points, the threat of strikes...
read moreVolkswagen gained more from LeasePlan sale than expected
March 21, 2016 | 11:16pm CEToriginalReasons, the completion of the transaction, the current profile of the largest lessor of cars in the world...
read moreCzech government approved guarantees for Nexen Tire factory
March 21, 2016 | 10:50pm CEToriginalNow, the signing of a purchase agreement for the land will follow. Compensation to the Usti Region, timing, construction start...
read moreSkoda Auto reportedly planning first investment in China
March 21, 2016 | 03:08am CEToriginalReactions of the automaker, plans with partners, the volume and allocation of fund, the access to the joint venture, a plan of the Czech brand to increase sales in its biggest market...
read morePrague transport company cancelled tender for dozens of buses
March 21, 2016 | 02:48am CEToriginalReasons, size of the contract, the complaint of one eliminated candidate at antitrust authority, the testing of electric buses and Metrobuses...
read moreAutomakers in US agreed to introduce automatic braking
March 18, 2016 | 02:38am CEToriginalThe producers concerned, the timing for cars, vans and light trucks, accident statistics, criticism of the proponents of mandatory implementation of this technology...
read moreSkoda Auto operating profit in 2015 up by 12% with sales growth of 6.2%
March 17, 2016 | 11:55pm CEToriginalReasons, production, sales, profitability, investment, HR, the creation of reserves due to Dieselgate, partial application at Volkswagen...
read moreKia made changes in marketing in Czech Rep
March 17, 2016 | 11:11pm CEToriginalThe importer merged two departments, promoted one manager, while another leaves. Declared reasons, timing...
read moreKruger: BMW to slightly increase sales and profits in 2016
March 17, 2016 | 03:43am CEToriginalBusiness and financial results in 2015, fleet emissions, M and i-models, financing, DriveNow, HR, market risks, the 100-year company anniversary, the strategy for 2020/2025...
read moreRenault-Nissan and Rostec appointed new head of AvtoVAZ
March 16, 2016 | 11:38pm CEToriginalThe manager and his current position, timing, optimism about the development of the Russian market...
read moreMann+Hummel completed reorganization of top management
March 15, 2016 | 10:54pm CEToriginalSeven-membered Board of Directors, Frank B. Jehle's departure, Manfred Wolf's move to a newly acquired business, new heads for Automotive OEM, Automotive Aftermarket and Industrial Filtration...
read moreAutobond grew at double-digit pace in 2015
March 15, 2016 | 10:38pm CEToriginalRevenues, sales of new and used cars, the results of individual brands, Bond Auto+, extension of Bond Rent, changes in the dealer network, the plan for 2016, the 10th anniversary of the firm...
read moreCzech Rep bought dozens of Hyundai cars for road management and maintenance, some with all-wheel drive
March 15, 2016 | 10:26pm CEToriginalDetails of the contract, the number of cars, models and engines, the winning price including a service contract, widespread use...
read moreDieselgate: Volkswagen's former employee in US accuses company of destroying scandal evidence
March 14, 2016 | 11:12pm CEToriginalThe automaker refused it. His name and former position, release date, circumstances...
read moreSmart Transport Robot: BMW began to use self-driving robots in logistics
March 14, 2016 | 03:38am CEToriginalLocation, supplier and its clients, characteristics and capabilities of autonomous robots, utilization of recycled BMW i3 batteries, expansion after pilot project, digitization of production...
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