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Christoph Grün to become Managing Director of Porsche Holding branch in Sweden (Volkswagen Group Sverige) on August 1, where Porsche Holding Salzburg took over distribution management from Volkswagen Group in July 2024. Julian Rumswinkel appointed as new Managing Director (for after-sales services, finance, controlling, digitalization) of Porsche Czech Republic (Volkswagen, Audi, SEAT, Cupra, VW Commercial Vehicles, Moon Power importer in Czechia), coming from position of Head of Porsche Slovakia (distributor of same six brands in Slovakia)
July 2, 2025 | 10:51am CETflashread more
J.D. Power, GlobalData increased 2025 global new light-vehicle sales outlook by 300,000 cars, vans from 89.5 million (+0.8%, 2024: 88.6 million) to 89.8 million (+1.1%). Some of worst fears regarding global trade war have eased in recent weeks thanks to announcement of lower tariffs between United States and China for at least 90 days. Still, there are many potential pitfalls due to unpredictable nature of US trade policy and economic risks, Oakley (GlobalData) said
July 2, 2025 | 10:45am CETflashread more
Goodwood Festival of Speed 2025: Alpine, Aston Martin, Bentley, Lamborghini, Porsche, BMW, Mini, Rolls-Royce, Ferrari, Ford, Gordon Murray Automotive, Honda, Hyundai N, Jaguar, Land Rover (Defender, Discovery, Range Rover), Koenigsegg, Lanzante, Lotus, McLaren, Mercedes-Benz, MG, Pagani, Praga, Singer, Subaru, Toyota Gazoo Racing, Zenvo Automotive, Pirelli, Ariel Motor, DAF Trucks, 3M, Bilstein, Eibach, KW Automotive to join event in Sussex, UK (July 10-13)
July 2, 2025 | 10:38am CETflashread more
Sales of new light vehicles in USA grew in May (J.D. Power/GlobalData: +3.4%; Cox Automotive: +3.2%, +2.5% after revision; S&P Global Mobility: +2.9%). Following surge in vehicle purchases in March and April, driven by fear of tariff-related price increases, May sales reflect more tempered market, King (J.D. Power) said
July 2, 2025 | 10:32am CETflashread more
ACEA: New car registrations in EU up by 1.6% in May (Volkswagen +4.8%; Stellantis -5.2%; Renault +4%; Toyota -1.9%; Hyundai -4.7%; BMW +8.1%; Mercedes-Benz +3.9%; Ford -0.4%; Volvo Cars -20.3%; Nissan -4.7%; SAIC +38%; Suzuki -15.5%; Tesla -40.5%; Mazda -27.6%; Jaguar Land Rover -24.4%; Mitsubishi -14.5%; Honda +14.9%), individual fuel/power types successful differently (BEV +25%, PHEV +46.9%, HEV+MHEV +16%, FCEV+NGV/CNG+LPG+biofuel/ethanol +34.3%, petrol -18.6%, diesel -27.6%)
June 30, 2025 | 06:52pm CETflashread more
Electric vehicle drivers consumed 543 MWh of electricity (+4.8% m/m) in E.ON Drive public charging network in Czechia in May during 24,115 recharges (+11.2%) at more than 600 charging points (Prague: 111.3 MWh during 5,157 recharges, South Moravian Region: 81.4 MWh, Vysočina Region: 80.1 MWh, South Bohemian Region: 59.5 MWh, other regions: 210.7 MWh)
June 30, 2025 | 06:41pm CETflashread more
SDA: New car registrations in Czechia up by 1.1% in May (vans -14%; trucks +0.1%; buses -51%; motorcycles -0.3%; trailers+semitrailers +4.2%), individual fuel/power types successful differently (BEV: 1,210 +62%, PHEV: 948 +79.2%, LPG: 549 +48.8%, petrol: 12,852 +3%, diesel 3,960 -29.3%). Regarding internal combustion engine (ICE) cars (16,812), 4,529 of them were HEVs (+10.5%)
June 30, 2025 | 06:21pm CETflashread more
AAA Auto Barometer: Aures Holdings refined methodology for monitoring advertising on secondary market when Resulmatic computing division, after months of testing, deployed new tool that, with help of AI analyses, can recognize which car has actually been sold and is no longer appearing in advertising, as well as which one is repeatedly returned. In May, 52,666 used cars sold in Czechia (-20% m/m) with average price of CZK 315,200 (EUR 12,740; +1% m/m). Total of 134,957 used cars advertised in country, offer fell by 4.3% m/m
June 30, 2025 | 06:14pm CETflashread more
AutoSAP: 26,746 (passenger) electric vehicles produced in Czechia in May (+143.1%; 20,981 battery electric vehicles, +157.8%, 5,765 plug-in hybrids, +101.3%), of which 26,678 cars (+142.5%; Škoda: 17,231 BEVs, +237.6%, 2,176 PHEVs, +146.7%; Hyundai: 3,682 BEVs, +21.4%, 3,589 PHEVs, +81.1%) and 68 buses (SOR: 6 BEVs; Škoda Electric: 0 BEVs; Iveco: 62 BEVs)
June 30, 2025 | 06:04pm CETflashread more
Ford suspended sales, deliveries of Mustang Mach-E BEV due to door locking issue. Software bug related to 12V battery function prevents power-operated door from opening and closing properly in some cases, NHTSA said. Carmaker to recall approximately 317,000 vehicles from 2021-2025 model years (196,911/197,432 in USA, 120,000 abroad) in Q3 for software update
June 30, 2025 | 11:37am CETflashread more
JATO Dynamics: Sales of Chinese-owned Western car brands in Europe (28 countries) fell by 16% to 32,090 new cars in May, representing market share of 2.9% (-0.6 pp y/y). Registrations of Chinese brands increased by 111% to 65,808 vehicles, representing market share of 5.9% (+3 pp y/y)
June 30, 2025 | 11:19am CETflashread more
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Renault to move part of Dacia production from Romania
September 23, 2016 | 12:47am CEToriginalLocation of the plant, the model concerned, the volume of production, reasons, timing...
read moreApple apparently interested in McLaren Technology Group
September 23, 2016 | 12:38am CEToriginalThe US technology company is reportedly negotiating a purchase, investment or partnership. The estimated value of the group, comments of the companies...
read moreAllianz to introduce automobile insurance in Czech Rep paid by mileage without using telematics
September 21, 2016 | 11:57pm CEToriginalThis will be probably the first in the world. Details, protection against fraud, cooperation with Cebia, history of insurance with telematics units (Pay As You Drive), the reaction of competitors...
read moreAutodrom Most expanded cooperation with Kia
September 21, 2016 | 11:42pm CEToriginalCompany fleet recovery, bee for future racers The Most Racing Academy, tire service centre, charger for electric vehicles, driver training for integrated rescue system...
read moreHazardous chemical leaked at one Borgers plant in Czech Rep
September 21, 2016 | 09:41pm CEToriginalLocation, probable cause, the number of injured, the closure of one hall, production restoring, long-term problems with chemicals, occupational diseases at employees, related investments...
read more2016 Paris Motor Show: At least eight brands missing at world’s largest car fair
September 20, 2016 | 11:46pm CEToriginalThey prefer to join private events or other methods of presentation. Not only the European carmakers concerned...
read morePSA appointed new head of Peugeot
September 20, 2016 | 11:24pm CEToriginalThe change took place within the rotation of more managers of the carmaker. The new mobile services department, efforts to improve performance in China, personnel changes in the Executive Committee and Board of Directors...
read moreLamborghini plans to double production by 2019
September 20, 2016 | 11:09pm CEToriginalThis growth will be driven by the upcoming SUV, while production of super sports cars will be limited. Increasing the number of dealers, the hybrid version of the Urus, sales of Centenario Roadster cars...
read moreAutomechanika Frankfurt 2016: CzechInvest led talks with potential investors from Europe, America and Asia
September 19, 2016 | 11:39pm CEToriginalA joint stand of the MPO with shared facilities was used by several Czech manufacturers of automotive components. Author of the implementation, future presentations...
read moreIveco Truck Station: Iveco to open first fast service centre for trucks in Czech Rep
September 19, 2016 | 11:22pm CEToriginalIt will happen after 6 years since the opening of the first service centre in Europe. Location, dealer, standards, services, target group, planned Truck Station network in Europe, sales plans in the Czech Republic...
read more2016 Prague Motor Show: Decrease of 10 brands compared to last year, Chatenet added
September 19, 2016 | 10:59pm CEToriginalThe vast majority of brands will be presented by dealers. Central Bohemia exhibition will also be attended by companies from the aftermarket. EkoAuto Fair, expected attendance...
read moreFiat Chrysler Automobiles appointed new head for Central Europe
September 18, 2016 | 11:46pm CEToriginalThe new manager, who spent over 20 years in Western Europe, will be in charge of the Czech Republic, Slovakia and Hungary. The position was previously held by Filiberto Barbero...
read moreDas RentAuto: Czech rental of VW vans and microbuses expands its network
September 18, 2016 | 11:37pm CEToriginalNewly involved dealers, business results in H1, the most popular model, insurance with low participation...
read moreCSU: Car prices in Czech Rep fell in August m/m
September 18, 2016 | 11:26pm CEToriginalWhile new cars became more expensive, used cars became cheaper. More expensive motorcycles, stagnation of servicing prices, cheaper spare parts, detailed data, the y/y development...
read moreLouda Auto expanded organizational structure and strengthened management
September 15, 2016 | 11:57pm CEToriginalThe company attracted another manager from the carmaker. Expansion of the Board of Directors, the financial results in 2015...
read morePeleska: Toyota grows in Czech Rep by tens of percent, recruits people and strengthens fleet sales
September 15, 2016 | 11:53pm CEToriginalOrders received, the plan for 2016, a partial return to the decentralization in Central Europe, changes in communication, support of successful head in Poland...
read moreACEA: EU car sales returned to growth in August
September 15, 2016 | 11:34pm CEToriginalA slight decline in July, results in individual countries, sales of carmakers, registrations in eight months...
read moreBMW Group chose new PR manager in Czech Rep
September 14, 2016 | 11:51pm CEToriginalIt happened a few weeks ago. The new spokesman for BMW, Mini and BMW Motorrad on the Czech market...
read moreGovernment broke off negotiations on measures to improve fleet in Czech Rep
September 14, 2016 | 11:26pm CEToriginalIt has not disclosed any reasons. The proposal is being submitted by the Ministry of Industry and Trade. Duration of the negotiation delay...
read moreSDA: Registrations of new cars in Czech Rep returned to growth in August
September 14, 2016 | 11:16pm CEToriginalGrowth was driven by Skoda, Dacia, Kia, Mercedes, VW, Toyota, Seat and Audi. Consumer interest in operating leases, growth in commercial vehicles, results in eight months...
read moreBrno Motor Show: SDA, AutoSAP, BVV signed framework agreement on preparation of national fair of passenger and commercial vehicles in Czech Rep
September 13, 2016 | 11:57pm CEToriginalThey want to restore Autosalon and Autotec in 2017. The conditions, planned date, support of the Mayor...
read moreAnother body evaluating used cars established in Czech Rep
September 13, 2016 | 11:36pm CEToriginalVehicle inspection certificate from ASG was first provided by used car shop Auto Esa. The author of the project, partners, examining 14 parameters, website...
read moreVolkswagen Driving Day 2016: Volkswagen holds 2nd annual presentation event for consumers in Czech Rep
September 13, 2016 | 11:14pm CEToriginalLocations, dates, test drives, models including EVs and AWD vehicles, Volkswagen Hero course, website, Volkswagen Event app, attendance in 2015, an award in the Czech Event Awards...
read moreAutoBinck appointed new head of Mitsubishi for Czech Rep and Slovakia
September 12, 2016 | 11:57pm CEToriginalIt is a manager with experience from several European and Asian automakers. The sales results in the fiscal year 2015...
read moreAnother Seat showroom under new concept to arise in Czech Rep
September 12, 2016 | 11:54pm CEToriginalIt should be one of the largest showrooms of this Spanish brand in Europe. Location, dealer and his other activities, new fleet contracts, financial results...
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