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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
PwC increased 2024 Czech new car registrations forecast from 200,000-220,000 units (-1% to -10%, 2023: 221,422) to 205,000-225,000 units (-7% to +2%). Demand for cars continues to be significantly affected by current relatively less favorable economic situation (weak economy, expensive financing), which, according to current forecasts, we expect gradual improvement during this year, especially with regard to development of inflation. Improving indicators to gradually improve purchasing power of companies and consumers as well as their mood and have positive effect on demand. So far, however, this influence on registrations is only cautious, Janeček said
April 9, 2024 | 05:44pm CETflashread more
Jakub Pončík, former Head of Powertrain Design, appointed as new Director of Research and Development at Tatra Trucks. Radomír Smolka, member of Board of Directors for R&D at Tatra Trucks and Director of Research and Development at Tatra Defense Vehicle, transferred operational management of department, focusing on strategic planning and decision-making
April 9, 2024 | 05:33pm CETflashread more
J.D. Power, GlobalData increased 2024 global new light-vehicle sales outlook by 200,000 cars, vans from 89.1 million (+3%) to 89.3 million (+3.2%). Large proportion of easy gains have now been achieved due to improved inventory levels enabling pent-up demand to be met. In addition, inflation and cost of living remain challenges facing consumers, while slowdown in economic growth is still on cards, even if recent data suggests that global outlook is improving, Oakley (GlobalData) said
April 8, 2024 | 12:40pm CETflashread more
SDA: New car registrations in Czechia down by 15.5%/3,462 units in March (companies and entrepreneurs: -3,188, consumers: -274), up by 2.2% to 57,605 in Q1 (vans +6.5%, +18.3%; trucks -20.7%, -16.8%; buses +238.5%, +127.7%; motorcycles -3.1%, +7.7%; trailers+semitrailers -9.4%, -6%)
April 8, 2024 | 12:32pm CETflashread more
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Car sales in Europe fell in both y/y and m/m comparisons in October
November 20, 2011 | 06:11pm CEToriginalThe euro zone debt crisis is thus starting to manifest itself in the real economy. The success of South Korean carmakers at the expense of Japanese...
read moreCar financing up by 5.8% in Czech Rep in Q1-3
November 9, 2011 | 02:48am CEToriginalHome Credit continues in three-digit growth. For the first time, the Top 20 has welcomed Servis Leasing from the Czech Coal Group, which expands...
read moreLeasing of cars, trucks and buses up in Czech Rep in Q1-3, LCV leasing down
November 7, 2011 | 08:44pm CEToriginalThe number of new contracts, financial and operating leasing, fleet management, consumer loans, used car financing, analysts’ evaluation and view...
read moreNew car sales in Czech Rep rose by 13.2% in October, LCV sales by 34%
November 4, 2011 | 12:50am CEToriginalRegistrations of trucks and buses went also up. The growth was driven by Skoda, VW and Ford brands. Details...
read moreB.I.D. services holds conference on recycling of car wrecks in Czech Rep in mid-November
November 1, 2011 | 11:55pm CEToriginalThe ninth annual event will deal with the amendment to the law on car wrecks. Speakers...
read moreCar insurance market in Czech Rep down by 7% in Q1-3 along with growth in number of insured vehicles by 2.4%
November 1, 2011 | 01:04am CEToriginalTherefore, a dramatic pressure on prices, which some insurance companies might not be able to stand, continues, according to CAP. Results of insurance companies...
read moreCzechBus 2011: 15 bus brands to join first year of trade fair CzechBus
November 1, 2011 | 12:44am CEToriginalThe brands, alternative drives, supporting program (conferences, workshops, contract meetings)...
read moreManufacturers and developers of vehicles and components in Czech Rep presented visions of automotive industry
October 30, 2011 | 11:52pm CEToriginalSkoda Auto, Iveco, Visteon, Hella, Brisk and Ricardo will seek the development and application of modern technologies such as...
read moreVratislav Kulhanek and Vratislav Valek to be consultants of AAA Auto next two years
October 30, 2011 | 11:43pm CEToriginalThe General Meeting have extended their mandate in the Board until 2013, or more precisely until 2014. Employee shares...
read moreMBtech became member of Czech Automotive Industry Association
October 21, 2011 | 02:25am CEToriginalThe company wants to expand relations with Czech customers, get more contacts and participate in the development of the local automotive industry...
read moreConference on automotive industry in Czech Rep and Central Europe to be held in Brno in late October
October 20, 2011 | 01:31am CEToriginalThis is the eighth year of the professional event. Speakers from associations, OEMs, suppliers, banks, consulting firms, service providers...
read moresAutoleasing returned to profit in 2010
October 19, 2011 | 01:47am CEToriginalThis happened after several years of losses. Revenues, the volume of funding, number of contracts, the impact of a merger with sAutouver...
read moreSales of new cars in EU rose by 0.7% in September, declined by 1.1% in Q1-3
October 19, 2011 | 01:44am CEToriginalThe only large market with growth was Germany. The outlook of KPMG for Q4 and full year 2011, the expected development of the German economy...
read more41 cars to compete for title of Car of the Year 2012 in Czech Rep
October 10, 2011 | 02:42am CEToriginalBrands with most representatives are Mercedes-Benz, Hyundai, Volkswagen, Citroen and Lancia. Nominated cars...
read moreSales of new cars in Czech Rep declined by 2.1% in September, LCV sales rose by 36%
October 6, 2011 | 07:47pm CEToriginalAccording to SDA, the decrease is caused by a drop in demand from private clients. Results of brands, SDA and KPMG’s outlook for the entire year 2011...
read moreACEA: Production of commercial vehicles grew faster in EU in 2010 than production of passenger cars
October 4, 2011 | 12:11am CEToriginalGlobal automobile production went up by 22.1%, by 8.3% in EU, and by 33.8% in China. Results in other countries including Germany, the Czech Republic and Slovakia...
read moreSales of commercial vehicles in EU rose by 16% in August
September 30, 2011 | 01:46am CEToriginalSales increased in most European countries except Greece, Ireland and Portugal. Sales of vehicles exceeding 16 tons increased by 30%...
read moreEuropean carmakers suggested standardization of EV charging
September 25, 2011 | 11:29pm CEToriginalAt the same time, they urged the EC, standardization bodies and infrastructure providers to adopt these recommendations and resolve the outstanding issues. The market for EVs in 2020...
read morePorsche Inter Auto wants to boost sales of commercial vehicles by 10-15% in Czech Rep in 2011
September 21, 2011 | 12:36am CEToriginalSales of the company thus grow more than the entire market. The results for the eight months of the company and the market, plan for the entire year 2011...
read moreCar sales in Europe rose by 7.8% in August, by 4% excluding Germany
September 18, 2011 | 11:03pm CEToriginalIn January-August, the registrations declined by 1.1% and KPMG expects a decline in the order of percents for the full year 2011...
read moreSales of new cars in Czech Rep rose by 16.7% in August, LCV sales by 41%
September 6, 2011 | 04:23am CEToriginalThe largest absolute growth were posted by Skoda, Volkswagen, Kia, Hyundai and BMW. Developments in trucks and buses...
read moreCredium changed PR agency in Czech Rep
September 6, 2011 | 04:15am CEToriginalOne of four companies won the tender - PR agency Omnimedia, which replaced company Petr Ehrlich/Ehrlich 63...
read moreMunicipal Police in Ostrava to convert half of its fleet to CNG
August 18, 2011 | 04:05am CEToriginalInvestment in the conversion, the annual savings, return on investment, fleet composition (brands, models), CNG buses in Pardubice and Havirov...
read moreVDA: Car sales in Europe fell by 2% in July
August 17, 2011 | 12:23am CEToriginalSales increase of 10% in Germany has prevented more significant decrease. ACEA’s statistics...
read moreCar financing in Czech Rep up by 3% in H1
August 9, 2011 | 12:40am CEToriginalSome companies experienced double-digit declines, many experienced a double-digit growth. Home Credit goes on with a three-digit growth. UniLeasing returned to Top 20. The results of companies...
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