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One JTEKT: JTEKT (Toyota Group) renamed 17 subsidiaries (Koyo Machine Industries to JTEKT Machine Systems, Toyooki Kogyo to JTEKT Fluid Power Systems, Koyo Electronics Industries to JTEKT Electronics, Houko to JTEKT Grinding Systems, Toyoda Van Moppes to JTEKT Grinding Tools, Yutaka Gears and Machinery to JTEKT Gear Systems, Formics to JTEKT Formics, TK Engineering to JTEKT Engineering, Yutaka High-Tech to JTEKT High-Tech, Koyo Machine Technologies to JTEKT Machines Techno, Koyo Sealing Techno to JTEKT Sealing Techno, CNK to JTEKT Coating, Daibea to JTEKT Precision Bearing, Koyo Metaltec to JTEKT Metaltec, Fuji Kiko to JTEKT Column Systems, KJK to JTEKT Metal Works, Koyo Magnetic Bearing to JTEKT Magnetic Bearing), leaving Koyo and Toyoda brands standing behind company's founding in 2006 (merger of Koyo Seiko, Toyoda Machine Works). In Czechia, company renamed Koyo Bearings Česká republika to JTEKT Bearings Czech Republic (production of bearings with more than 400 employees in Olomouc) and Fuji Koyo Czech to JTEKT Column Systems Czech (production of steering columns with 250 employees in Pilsen)
April 19, 2024 | 10:41am CETflashread more
Mototechna (Aures Holdings) Barometer: 21,730 nearly-new used cars (up to 4 years/20,000 km; petrol +0.7%, diesel -10.5%, LPG +34%, HEV +22.5%, BEV +39.4%) advertised in Czechia in Q1 with mean value (median) of price of CZK 690,000 (EUR 27,350, +CZK 10,200/+1.5% y/y). Offer grew by 2.3%/486 vehicles y/y
April 19, 2024 | 10:30am CETflashread more
2024 Bratislava Motor Show (Autosalon Bratislava): Incheba cancelled 31st exhibition of cars, vans in Bratislava, Slovakia (April 11-14). Reason for postponement is situation, that also affected all major world motor shows, related to uncertainty regarding participation of many brands at exhibition, organizer said. In 2023, nine exhibitors (Auto-Impex, AutoRoch-Slovakia, CWN/CampingWorld Neugebauer, Exclusive Cars Vertriebs, Frey Luxury Cars, M Motors SK, Plastonic, T.O.P. Auto Bratislava, TSM Slovakia) presented 15 brands (Aixam, Aston Martin, Bentley, Dongfeng, Fiat/Abarth, Ineos, Isuzu, Iveco, Lamborghini, McLaren, MG, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Piaggio, Voyah)
April 17, 2024 | 10:45am CETflashread more
Erste Group made changes in leasing activities in Czechia. Česká spořitelna (ČS) renamed leasing company sAutoleasing to Leasing České spořitelny and subsequently incorporated Erste Leasing. sAutoleasing continues as brand in field of sales of new and used cars in network of business partners. No changes in Slovakia (sAutoleasing SK)
April 17, 2024 | 10:27am CETflashread more
Pokorný: Car Importers Association (SDA) wants to refine statistics of new car registrations in Czechia by segments in 2024 with focus on SUV segment (B-SUV, C-SUV, D-SUV, E-SUV), when some brands have all SUVs in C-SUV report (Alfa Romeo, Cupra, DFSK/Dongfeng, Jaguar, Mazda, Subaru, Škoda)
April 15, 2024 | 12:48pm CETflashread more
Newmatec 2024: ZAP to hold 8th conference on new materials, technologies, innovations in automotive industry in Tále, Slovakia on April 23-24. Representatives of ZAP, Aspen Institute Central Europe, EP (European parliament), Volkswagen Slovakia, Škoda Auto, Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) Slovakia, Kia Slovakia, Volvo Car Slovakia, Schaeffler Kysuce, Ernst & Young (EY), Evolution Ltd, Industry4UM, M2M Solutions, Roriginal, Hikrobot to speak at event
April 15, 2024 | 12:40pm CETflashread more
Sales (deliveries to customers) of battery electric vehicles (BEV) of Volkswagen Group down by 3.3% to 136,400 in Q1 (VW -2.6%; Škoda +12.3%; SEAT+Cupra -24%; VW Commercial Vehicles +29.4%; Audi +3%; Porsche -52.9%; MAN -10.6%; VW Truck & Bus +347.1%; Scania -36.5%; Navistar +330.8%). VW ID.4/ID.5 (34,600 cars), VW ID.3 (26,100), Audi Q4 e-Tron (including Sportback, 22,800), Škoda Enyaq (including Coupé, 14,000), Audi Q8 e-Tron (including Sportback, 9,600), VW ID. Buzz (including Cargo, 7,000), Cupra Born (6,900) were best-selling BEVs. However, incoming orders for BEVs in Western Europe developed positively in Q1. More than twice as many all-electric models were ordered as in same period last year (+154%), so that BEV order bank currently stands at around 160,000 vehicles, automaker said
April 15, 2024 | 12:34pm CETflashread more
Ministry of Transport of Czech Republic to increase number of sections with Safe Distance traffic signs (IP 32, visual form modification from January 1) from 6 to 20 in 2024, despite increasing number of technologies and assistance systems/ADAS integrated in vehicles (adaptive cruise control/ACC, automatic emergency braking/AEB, 2-second distance warning, intelligent recuperation). Reason is effect of reminder advertising and targeting drivers who do not consider failure to maintain safe distance to be dangerous, Kupka explained
April 12, 2024 | 04:32pm CETflashread more
Toyota & Lexus Corporate Mobility Festival 2024: Toyota to hold test event for companies, entrepreneurs in Hradec Králové, Czechia on April 17-18 with presentation of complete portfolio of products, drives, services, activities (cars, 4x4, commercial vehicles, conversions, accessories, Toyota Motor Manufacturing Czech, Kinto One, Toyota Gazoo Racing Czech, Toyota GR, classic cars)
April 12, 2024 | 04:09pm CETflashread more
Sales (deliveries to customers) of Volkswagen Group down by 1.4% in March, up by 3.1% to 2.1 million in Q1 (VW +1.2%, +5.7%; Škoda +0.5%, +5.2%; SEAT+Cupra +8.9%, +10.6%; VW Commercial Vehicles +3.7%, +7.8%; Audi -9.7%, -4.5%; Bentley -17.8%, -28.7%; Lamborghini +8.3%, +0.3%; Porsche -9.8%, -3.9%; MAN -22.7%, -12.3%; VW Truck & Bus +15.5%, -5.1%; Scania -0.5%, +16.8%; Navistar -2%, -14.5%)
April 11, 2024 | 03:24pm CETflashread more
ČSÚ: Car prices in Czechia up by 0.1% m/m in March, down by 2.2% y/y (new: +0.0%, +1.2%; used: +0.1%, -4.5%). Inflation (consumer price index/CPI) in related areas developed differently – motorcycles (+1.3%, -0.4%), spare parts and accessories (+0.1%, +5.2%), fuels and oils (+1.6%, +4.8%), service works (+0.9%, +8.4%)
April 11, 2024 | 03:11pm CETflashread more
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Kia tested factory LPG drive in Europe, now began offering conversions
January 31, 2013 | 11:11pm CEToriginalPartner in the Czech Republic, offered models, affected engine, warranty, price of the conversions, return on investment, benefits of the LPG drive...
read moreAuto Jarov defended 2011 results in 2012
January 31, 2013 | 11:04pm CEToriginalThe shift of demand from new to used cars, strong growth in sales of Honda brand, interest in servicing...
read moreAutobond wants to increase sales in 2013
January 31, 2013 | 10:55pm CEToriginalThe intention may be implemented thanks to the new and reconstructed premises in Prague and Ostrava. Results in 2012, defending the primacy of Kia and Suzuki brands...
read moreCzech Post to expand CNG fleet with more Iveco vehicles
January 29, 2013 | 11:27pm CEToriginalSize of the fleet with this alternative drive will therefore come close to 500 units. Details of the last tender, potential for further recovery...
read moreMazda intends to make changes in dealer network in Czech Rep
January 23, 2013 | 01:42am CEToriginalDetails and timing of the plan, a new bonus for dealers and its focus, the current status of the network, termination of one dealership in Bohemia...
read moreFisker entered Czech market, opened showroom in Prague
January 22, 2013 | 01:02am CEToriginalLocation of the dealership, price list, show cars, expected demand, service potential, web, stock cars for immediate delivery...
read moreKiriakovsky: Mazda wants to gain 1% market share in Czech Rep, close to target in 2012
January 22, 2013 | 12:14am CEToriginalNew models (CX-5, Mazda3, Mazda6), Mazda6 III from CZK 539,900, a look at EVs and HEVs, Skyactiv and i-Eloop, news in Aftersales...
read moreAAA Auto entered Slovakia with Mototechna concept
January 18, 2013 | 12:07am CEToriginalThe first Slovak branch and another planned, expansion of the Mototechna network in the Czech Republic, sales in the first four months...
read moreWinter Skoda Park 2013: Skoda to again set out to present not only offroad models in winter resorts
January 18, 2013 | 12:00am CEToriginalLocations and dates of the road show, program and competitions, presentations of new Octavia and Rapid, Skoda Butik, a Nightwork concert, participating dealers...
read moreAuto Esa opened used car shop in Pardubice, first branch outside of Prague
January 16, 2013 | 03:24am CEToriginalLocation and parameters of the branch, another used car shops in 2013, projected double-digit growth of sales in 2013, competitors in the region...
read moreEmil Frey made several changes in two branches in Czech Rep
January 15, 2013 | 01:29am CEToriginalThe company added one brand, shifted another one, and one brand was expanded to another location. Brands, locations of showrooms, new web sites...
read moreDomansky opened fifth branch in Prague, the largest Peugeot showroom in Czech Rep
January 14, 2013 | 03:03am CEToriginalLocation, amount of investment, a giant showroom for up to 23 cars, 27th Blue Box showroom in the country, 15th dealership involved in the Peugeot Approved Cars program...
read moreCebia and BMW intend to expand cooperation in Europe
January 10, 2013 | 03:26am CEToriginalWhile the current cooperation relates to new cars in CEE, there are negotiations on used cars taking place...
read moreAnthony Denny suspended sale of his stake in AAA Auto
January 9, 2013 | 03:50am CEToriginalThe reasons for the decision, horizon of the suspension of the sales process, the present Denny’s share in the company, the price of the shares, the current value of the company...
read morePorsche Inter Auto increased car sales by 2% in Czech Rep in 2012, turnover up even more
January 9, 2013 | 03:41am CEToriginalDemand for new and used cars, interest in Skoda, VW, Audi, Porsche and Bentley brands, the outlook for 2013...
read moreAAA Auto's sales up by 14.6% in 2012, further growth expected in 2013
January 7, 2013 | 12:12am CEToriginalSales increased in Russia the most, followed by Slovakia and the Czech Republic. Fulfilment of the plan, growth factors, results in Q4, finance penetration, upcoming branches...
read moreAuto Esa increased sales, revenues and profit in 2012
January 6, 2013 | 11:48pm CEToriginalThe growth in demand for diesel cars and larger vehicles; increase in average selling price; demand for various brands, models, segments, colours...
read moreA. Charouz Motors wants to futher expand Cadillac brand in Europe
January 4, 2013 | 02:13am CEToriginalThe only direct-dealer in Central Europe, sub dealers in the Czech Republic, Slovakia and Croatia, the situation in CEE, plans for the whole Europe...
read moreCeska pojistovna intends to further expand fleet of spare vehicles for car insurance clients
January 4, 2013 | 01:50am CEToriginalReplacement cars are available at authorized service partners, such as Auto Heller. Fleet owner and size, models in the car rental...
read moreAutosalon Klokocka wants to build three new showrooms in Czech Rep
January 3, 2013 | 06:50am CEToriginalLocations, brands, the amount of investments, the prepared filling station including CNG...
read moreCadillac introduced ATS sedan to Czech market, believes in greater demand than for BLS
January 2, 2013 | 01:38am CEToriginalEquipment and prices, only one engine, forthcoming Euro 6 diesel, sales plan, help of a sub dealer, Brembo brakes manufactured in the Czech Republic...
read moreAutosalon Klokocka to increase car sales in 2012
December 21, 2012 | 01:53am CEToriginalThe partial drop in demand for new cars will be offset by the used ones, a significant growth has been recorded by Audi. Loyalty program...
read moreNew company Car Star entered Czech car market, to begin with Hyundai dealership
December 19, 2012 | 12:43am CEToriginalInvestor, location, managing director with 15 years of experience in the automotive business, sales plans, other planned dealerships...
read moreAuto Palace cut sales plans in Czech Rep for 2012
December 18, 2012 | 05:17am CEToriginalReduction of expectations applies to new cars; demand for used cars was stable during the year. The plan has been decreased by tens of per cent...
read moreRenocar prepared microsite for new stock and nearly new BMW cars
December 18, 2012 | 12:05am CEToriginalIt provides winter tires to the stock cars, a discount on discs and one-day skid course. Address, number of cars, microsites of other brands...
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