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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
PFA: New car registrations in France down up 3.7% in May (vans up to 5.1 tonnes -10.5%; trucks -2.5%). Share of battery and fuel cell electric vehicles (BEVs, FCEVs) increased by 10 pp to 27.8% in first 5 months, penetration of electrified vehicles (including hybrids) by 10.5 pp to 78.7%
June 22, 2026 | 08:11am CETflashread more
Sales of new light vehicles in USA apparently rose in May (JD Power/GlobalData: +1.9%; Cox Automotive: +0.1%; S&P Global Mobility: -1.3%). However, as has been case for last three months, year-over-year comparisons are being clouded by what happened year ago when consumers reacted to perceived risk of higher prices from vehicle tariffs, King (JD Power) said
June 22, 2026 | 08:02am CETflashread more
Automotive Life Cycle Assessment (A-LCA) 2026: Eurogas to hold webinar on measuring environmental impacts (carbon footprints) across entire life of vehicles, according to methodology under development by UNECE (United Nations Economic Commission for Europe) on June 16. Representatives of Renault Group, Robert Bosch, Eurogas, NTSEL (Japan's National Traffic Safety and Environment Laboratory), JRC (European Commission Joint Research Centre) to speak at event
June 16, 2026 | 07:58am CETflashread more
SMMT increased 2026 UK new car sales (registrations) outlook from 2,048,000 (+1.3%) to 2,093,000 (+3.6%), of which battery electric vehicles (BEVs) from 584,000 (+23.5%) to 562,000 (+18.7%), and 2027 forecast from 2,084,000 to 2,121,000, of which BEVs from 685,000 to 679,000
June 16, 2026 | 07:54am CETflashread more
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Porsche Holding Salzburg to be led by manager from Volkswagen
November 9, 2011 | 03:00am CEToriginalWolf-Dieter Hellmaier retires after 40 years spent in the company. Three-member board of directors remains, the new head...
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 moreCzech plant of ArcelorMittal was transferred to another division, product range unchanged
November 9, 2011 | 02:44am CEToriginalHowever, the change occurred in the personnel area as management of ArcelorMittal Ostrava will be taken over by...
read moreOta Sedlacek left Ford in Czech Rep after 20 years
November 7, 2011 | 09:09pm CEToriginalThe importer is now choosing his successor, competences of the marketing director have been temporarily taken over by...
read moreE.ON to renew its fleet in Czech Rep with 90 Suzuki off-road cars
November 7, 2011 | 09:00pm CEToriginalThe fleet will also be extended with one new model. The selected models, their means and place of use, supplier-dealer...
read morePackage of three benefits with financing from RCI Financial Services for selected Renault models
November 7, 2011 | 08:55pm CEToriginalThe package RCI Benefit includes damage liability, extended warranty and service inspections. Details of the offer, the affected models, the value of the benefits...
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 moreFord, Hyundai, Kia, Land Rover and Skoda to compete for KMN’s Car of the Year 2012 title in Czech Rep
November 7, 2011 | 08:35pm CEToriginalThe jury will announce the winner on December 13. Among the nominees are three new generations and two all-new models...
read moreAutocentrum Dojacek opened second Citroen showroom in Prague
November 7, 2011 | 12:46am CEToriginalPart of the new showroom is also a Business centre. Location, increasing sales, projected extending of opening hours on Sunday...
read moreGM cut car production outlook in Poland
November 7, 2011 | 12:34am CEToriginalThe Gliwice plant made some shutdowns and is preparing to begin production of the Opel Astra GTC...
read moreRenault discounted some Renault and Dacia models in November
November 7, 2011 | 12:28am CEToriginalWith the Koleos facelift the 4x2 version came and a Black Edition packet. Vouchers for Renault, Dacia and Defend accessories...
read moreDirect: Few drivers in Czech Rep first call assistance service or insurance company after accident
November 4, 2011 | 01:20am CEToriginalThey are thus playing into the cards of crash hunters. Details of the IBRS survey, information drawing on accidents, the situation in Prague, contractual and non-contractual assistance services...
read moreFrederic Passemard to leave for headquarters within Citroen
November 4, 2011 | 01:04am CEToriginalWojciech Tomaszkiewicz will become the new head of Citroen Czech Republic and Citroen Slovakia, currently working as...
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 morePlastika gets ready for expansion outside Europe, intends to establish joint venture in Asia
November 3, 2011 | 02:23am CEToriginalGrowth in revenues and profit, products and customers, the shift to the Tier 1 supplies thanks to contract from Skoda Auto...
read moreCCS and partner began providing fleet management services in Czech Rep
November 3, 2011 | 02:13am CEToriginalThe content of CCS Fleet Management service, target group, the company’s partner - Car Group Holding, savings examples, Car Services prices...
read moreSkoda Auto to reportedly cease production of Roomster
November 3, 2011 | 02:04am CEToriginalWhile the development of the Fabia III has been running, the development of the Roomster II was apparently halted. Reasons, the production volume, deadlines...
read moreBMW to recall 69,000 cars due to problems with water pump
November 3, 2011 | 01:59am CEToriginalDetails of the possible defect; affected models, engines and years of production; a worldwide recall including Europe and the Czech Republic...
read moreFord Credit donates glass insurance to all cars in Czech Rep, extended warranty for selected models
November 3, 2011 | 01:54am CEToriginalAffected credit products and passenger models, performance limit of glass additional insurance, a voucher for services at a dealer, the bonus inclusion in the insurance at financing...
read moreBrano Group plans to invest EUR 20 million
November 2, 2011 | 03:04am CEToriginalFor the years 2011 and 2012, the company reckons with revenue growth and expansion outside Europe. Products and customers...
read moreMarian Mraz became new dealer development manager of Nissan in Czech Rep
November 2, 2011 | 02:52am CEToriginalHe thus replaced Jan Cervinka in the position, who left for AutoBinck. Marek Vodicka returned to the Nissan brand after having left Kia…
read moreDavid Bohuminsky left Auto Esa
November 2, 2011 | 02:43am CEToriginalHe was replaced by Filip Kucera in the post of marketing director, in the board…
read moreSkoda started taking orders for Citigo priced from CZK 179,900
November 2, 2011 | 02:32am CEToriginalThe customer pays only CZK 30,000 for the highest level of equipment. Packages, air-conditioning for an additional fee of CZK 5,000, funding with 6.9% interest...
read moreWBR organizes conference AutoSEE 2011 in Romania in late November
November 2, 2011 | 12:08am CEToriginalThe event was spread out from AutoRomania to other SEE states. Speakers at the conference will be executives of OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers...
read moreDB Schenker won contract from BMW to transport parts for two non-European plants
November 2, 2011 | 12:04am CEToriginalThe company built a depot for the carmaker in Germany, which will supply the plant by sea and rail. Parameters of the contract...
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