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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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Allianz launched own "eCall" in Czech Rep, yet for fleet customers only
October 6, 2011 | 12:08am CEToriginalAssistance in case of an accident, failure or theft will be provided by assistance service by ensuring communication with the black box in the vehicle. Defence against accident hunters...
read moreCARTec motor opened renovated showroom of Jaguar, Land Rover and Range Rover in Brno
October 6, 2011 | 12:01am CEToriginalAt the same time, the company became an exclusive dealer in the South Moravian region. Investments, Triumph motorcycles, expected sales and revenues...
read moreMichal Dolansky became new fleet manager of Kia in Czech Rep
October 5, 2011 | 11:40pm CEToriginalHe has eight-year experience in one of Prague Toyota dealership. His predecessor, Jan Vesely...
read moreMarek Vodicka to leave Kia Motors Czech
October 5, 2011 | 01:16am CEToriginalHe has been in the Czech representation of Kia for seven years, in the automotive industry for 14 years. His new job...
read moreAuto-Exner lost Seat dealer license
October 5, 2011 | 01:06am CEToriginalThis is a second loss of the dealer license of the Volkswagen Group in the Czech Republic. The dealer situation in Prague...
read morePraga-Export plans to return Praga brand among carmakers
October 5, 2011 | 12:58am CEToriginalSo far, the company makes acquisitions of manufacturers of racing cars, and expects to produce road cars in the Czech Republic and Slovakia. The acquisitions and new racing models R4 and R1...
read moreJan Dryak joined AAA Auto
October 5, 2011 | 12:48am CEToriginalAfter many years working in the leasing company CSOB Leasing , he joined the used car dealer. At AAA Auto he took the position of...
read moreSeat addresses also hotels in Czech Rep, now succeeded with Alhambra in CPI Hotels
October 5, 2011 | 12:44am CEToriginalTransport company Kar Limousine Service has thus extended its fleet, comprising Audi cars. The shuttle service with Seat cars will be used by guests of the hotel...
read moreLand Rover chose new partner in Czech Rep for military orders
October 4, 2011 | 04:53am CEToriginalCzech company AM Motors, a joint venture of A. Charouz Motors and MPI Group of arms dealer Michal Smrz, has acquired Land Rover Defence license…
read moreHronovsky began manufacturing in fourth location in Czech Rep
October 4, 2011 | 04:43am CEToriginalThe company wants to employ 300 people in the new plant in Nachod. Moving of production, growth of the company in times of crisis, products, customers...
read morePavla Drmotova named PR manager and spokesperson at AutoBinck in Czech Rep
October 4, 2011 | 04:39am CEToriginalShe will be in charge of all the group activities on the Czech market (Auto Palace, AutoBinck CZ, Mitsubishi Motors CZ). She has come to the company from...
read moreNissan to enter Czech Rep with Leaf EV in 2013, now looking for partner
October 4, 2011 | 04:28am CEToriginalThe up to now sales in Europe, launching on the individual markets, production in Europe, TCO, strategy and planned sales in the Czech Republic...
read moreIris Ident: Origin control system revealed multiple searched vehicles in Slovakia in 2010
October 4, 2011 | 04:14am CEToriginalThe number of cases of falsification of identifiers and documents declined. Statistics for the years 2008, 2009, 2010 and January-July 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 moreNew shareholder entered Invelt
October 3, 2011 | 03:40am CEToriginalHe helped with the acquisition of the BMW showroom in Prague of a bankrupt company AuTec Group and increased its capital with a view to further expand in the Czech Republic...
read moreDanyang Winstar Auto Parts wants to break into aftermarket in Europe
October 2, 2011 | 11:45pm CEToriginalThis new Chinese manufacturer of non-original automotive lamps and plastic parts is now looking for distributors. Range, brands and models...
read moreOMV intends to focus on natural gas, wants to get money by selling petrol stations in several European countries
October 2, 2011 | 11:36pm CEToriginalThese should include the Czech Republic and Slovakia. Abandoned markets, the expected proceeds from the sale in total and in the Czech Republic, candidates...
read moreSteve Yang resigned from post of Hyundai Motor’s CEO
October 2, 2011 | 11:26pm CEToriginalHis duties will be temporarily taken by chiefs of domestic and foreign sales, the new CEO will be chosen later. Reasons for his resignation...
read moreDusan Fornusek left SkoFIN
September 30, 2011 | 03:11am CEToriginalHe held the post of commercial director over the last year, in the company he worked for five years. His responsibility was taken over by...
read moreAutocentrum Dojacek to expand the sales portfolio with other two brands
September 30, 2011 | 02:52am CEToriginalAt the same time, the company has been extending its offer of authorized service for other brands. Moreover, the company will open a new multi-brand complex in...
read moreFiat to release 435 people in Poland, having reduced production already
September 30, 2011 | 02:22am CEToriginalThe reason is the shift of Fiat Panda production to Italy. However, Fiat Auto Poland speaks of a decline in demand for mini cars. Production plans for 2011...
read moreMatador focuses on car parts after having sold tire division to Continental
September 29, 2011 | 04:32am CEToriginalThe company built a new factory in the Czech Republic. Its location, characteristics, investment, HR, order from Skoda Auto, the planned revenues and growth by 2014...
read moreSkoda Citigo, VW Up!, Seat "City Car": Production to begin in mid-October, sales in domestic markets in Q4 2011
September 29, 2011 | 04:13am CEToriginalProjected body versions, entry into the European market, engines, transmissions, eco-versions, equipment, pricing, target groups, head airbags and brake assistant...
read moreAuto Esa made changes in external communications
September 29, 2011 | 04:03am CEToriginalPR agency AMI Communications will continue to work on selected projects, a spokesperson of Auto Esa became...
read moreVolvo Trucks upgraded calculator of environmental impact of vehicle operation
September 29, 2011 | 03:51am CEToriginalCustomers have been using this tool to reduce consumption and emissions for 10 years. Novelties in the application...
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