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AAA Auto (Aures Holdings) Barometer: In November, 71,851 used cars sold in Czechia (-7.9% m/m, -2.1% y/y; BEV: 1,250 vehicles, +54.7% y/y) with average price of CZK 301,684 (EUR 12,405; -3.2% m/m, +2.7% y/y). Total of 151,427 used cars advertised in country, offer grew by 0.1% y/y
December 23, 2025 | 07:48am CETflashread more
GlobalData increased 2025 Western European new car sales outlook by 90,000 units from 11.58 million (+0.2%) to 11.67 million (+1%)
December 22, 2025 | 07:56am CETflashread more
Karel Kadlec, founder, owner and board chairman of CarTec Group (BMW, Mini, BMW Motorrad, Rolls-Royce, Aston Martin dealer in Ostrava, Liberec, Prague and Olomouc, service in Brno, Czechia), died at age of 65. His daughter Karin Kadlecová, who previously managed Ostrava branch, is taking over management of company
December 22, 2025 | 07:48am CETflashread more
SDA: New car registrations in Czechia up by 3.3% in November (vans +2.1%; trucks +4.4%; buses -62.4%; motorcycles -21.2%; trailers+semitrailers -3.5%), individual fuel/power types successful differently (BEV: 1,143 -8.5%, PHEV: 1,000 +91.9%, LPG: 638 +24.6%, petrol: 14,605 +4.7%, diesel: 3,928 -10.9%). Regarding internal combustion engine (ICE) cars (18,533), 5,111 of them were HEVs+MHEVs (+23.7%)
December 22, 2025 | 07:42am CETflashread more
GlobalData: New car sales in Western Europe up by 1.7% to 952,532 units in November. Sales to grow by 1% to 11.67 million in 2025
December 17, 2025 | 07:48am CETflashread more
J.D. Power, GlobalData increased 2025 global new light-vehicle sales outlook by 200,000 cars, vans from 91.2 million (+2.7%, 2024: 88.6 million) to 91.4 million (+3%). Overall, global trade appears to have stabilized slightly over past month, with some progress made on resolving Nexperia chip crisis, Oakley (GlobalData) said
December 15, 2025 | 07:57am CETflashread more
Rho Motion: Global new electric vehicle (EV) sales grew by 6% to 2 million passenger cars and light-duty vehicles (LDVs/LCVs) in November, by 21% to 18.5 million in first 11 months – China: 11.6 million BEVs and PHEVs (+19%), Europe (EU & EFTA & UK): 3.8 million (+33%), North America (USA & Canada & Mexico): 1.7 million (-1%), Rest of World (RoW): 1.5 million (+48%)
December 15, 2025 | 07:53am CETflashread more
Portu, ČSÚ: Czechs with average net wage in 2025 (CZK 38,815/EUR 1,600 in Q2) work 10.7 months for new Škoda B-segment car (Favorit/Felicia/Fabia) and 9 minutes for litre of Natural 95 petrol, while in 1989 (CZK 2,500/EUR 100) it was 33.7 months and 32 minutes. Fossil-fuelled car transport in Czechia (represented by these two typical representatives) became approximately three times cheaper in real terms over past 36 years, when price of small ICE Škoda hatchback increased from CZK 84,600/EUR 3,490 to CZK 417,840/EUR 17,240 (+394%) and gasoline from CZK 8/EUR 0.33 to CZK 34.46/EUR 1.42 per liter (+331%), but Czech salaries grew by 1,453% on average
December 15, 2025 | 07:48am CETflashread more
Renault Group: Fabien Goulmy to become Commercial Director of Mobilize Energy on January 1, 2026. Agnieszka Łyżwińska, current Regional Director of Dacia brand for Cluster East, appointed as new Managing Director of Renault, Dacia and Alpine brands for Eastern Europe (Poland, Czechia, Slovakia, Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia)
December 11, 2025 | 07:57am CETflashread more
Sales of new light vehicles in USA fell in November (J.D. Power/GlobalData: -5.2%; Cox Automotive: -7.8%, -7.3% after revision; S&P Global Mobility: -7.9%). November’s results reflect another notable – yet anticipated – decline in new-vehicle sales pace, driven largely by pull-ahead of electric vehicle (EV) purchases prior to expiration of federal EV tax credits on September 30, King (J.D. Power) said
December 11, 2025 | 07:48am CETflashread more
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Precision Tune Auto Care plans to expand in CEE, Czech Rep to be pilot country in region
March 1, 2010 | 07:59am CEToriginalThe franchise network of service stations is also interested in Asia and Africa. Consulting company for entry into CEE has been conducting negotiations in other countries...
read moreEXPECTED DEVELOPMENT IN AUTOMOTIVE: Volkswagen to invest EUR 500 to 600 million in Slovakia between 2009 and 2011
March 1, 2010 | 07:47am CEToriginalOne half will go to the new model range. In 2012, the production capacity in Bratislava will rise from the current 1,200 cars/day to...
read moreHyundai expects annual growth of C-SUV segment by 10% in Europe
March 1, 2010 | 12:51am CEToriginalHyundai ix35 intends to benefit from it and follow up the success of Tucson. Sales plans in Europe and in the Czech Republic...
read moreEXPECTED DEVELOPMENT IN AUTOMOTIVE: TPCA expects production growth in 2010
March 1, 2010 | 12:34am CEToriginalThe company increased its production capacity, accelerated the tact time, and is also able to cover the increased demand from parent carmakers by extra shifts...
read moreLeasePlan considers to offer CarWatch application outside the circle of their clients too
March 1, 2010 | 12:12am CEToriginalThe electronic book can save up to 30% of the costs of company vehicles, according to the company. Features and options of the CarWatch...
read moreCSOB Pojistovna: Risk of traffic accident up the most in Usti Region in 2009
February 28, 2010 | 11:18pm CEToriginalOut of the high-risk districts, Prague-West and Brno bettered; low-risk districts were also better. Total Czech Republic average in 2009...
read moreCredium: Credit card for motorists acquired by 10,000 customers in two years’ time
February 28, 2010 | 10:31pm CEToriginalCredium is extending the benefits and loyalty card program, cooperating with companies EuroOil, Defend, ACA, Sixt, Czechocar, Molpir or GPD Service Team...
read moreFort (Hyundai): We aim to move one brand forward every year and to become leader among Czech importers in 2012
February 24, 2010 | 10:14pm CEToriginalIn 2010, Hyundai plans to increase sales by a third and market share by 2 percentage points. This year, the entire Czech market should fall by...
read moreSpyker Cars completed purchase of Saab from General Motors
February 24, 2010 | 09:39pm CEToriginalAt the same time Saab applied to end liquidation process. Saab and Spyker will operate under the parent company Spyker Cars NV. For shareholders in Spyker this means…
read moreCSOB Leasing concluded 600 contracts on short financial leasing for CZK 450 million so far
February 24, 2010 | 09:06pm CEToriginalThe company has reached this objective over seven months. However, the government exception is about to expire…
read moreHyundai in Europe: Four new models in 2010, even six in 2011
February 24, 2010 | 01:21am CEToriginalThis year, it will be after ix35 a Santa Fe facelift, a car of the B-MPV segment and Genesis Coupe. Next year, the new Elantra, Matrix and Sonata, which will get an estate version...
read moreRenault Laguna: Discount of up to CZK 120,000 and extended warranty for 5 years witn funding
February 23, 2010 | 11:19pm CEToriginalDiscounts up to CZK 50,000, extended warranty free or financing with 0% interest can be still acquired for other Renault and Dacia models. Laguna is now starting at...
read moreNissan Finance: Micra and Note with discount of up to CZK 27,000 and financing with 0% interest
February 23, 2010 | 10:47pm CEToriginalLease or loan with 0% increase is also available for the 370Z sports model. This special offer has pushed the prices of models to...
read moreHyundai to start third model’s production in Nosovice few months earlier, in autumn 2010
February 23, 2010 | 04:10am CEToriginalHyundai Motor Manufacturing Czech has been stating 2011 so far. The date of production’s start as well as the name of the model...
read moreGenerali included coverage of animal crash risk to damage liability
February 23, 2010 | 03:57am CEToriginalThat kind of coverage has been the prerogative of accident insurance so far. The insurance company will offer the animal crash in a new variant Komplet...
read moreInsurance company Direct started providing handbag insurance to car insurance for free
February 23, 2010 | 03:08am CEToriginalThe handbag’s insurance applies to situations that happen to women in the car. Limit of indemnity, participation, territorial force...
read moreHyundai ix35: Carmaker’s first model with 3x5 guarantee program in Europe
February 23, 2010 | 02:51am CEToriginalThe car comes into the Czech market with two engines; three more will be added in the autumn with start-stop system. Prices, gearboxes, 5 Years Triple Care program...
read moreMVC Automotive Group expands in Europe, to build multi-brand sales and service complex in Czech Rep
February 22, 2010 | 04:16am CEToriginalConstruction of the car centre will begin in 2010, opening is planned for 2011. The site, offered car brands, sales plans...
read moreSkoda Auto expects car production decrease in Mlada Boleslav in 2010, but growth in Kvasiny
February 22, 2010 | 03:54am CEToriginalCurrent and planned production of individual models; Fabia Scout hatchback, Fabia RS, Roomster facelift, Octavia Tour...
read moreHouse of England plans to extend portfolio of British brands offered
February 22, 2010 | 03:31am CEToriginalNow the company offers eight brands and is negotiating on two others. At the same time, the company seeks to obtain authorized service of two brands...
read moreGroup of several Czech dealers and importers PMG Finance broke up
February 22, 2010 | 03:06am CEToriginalThe fate of individual companies and their activities - AuTec Group, A.M.T. Moravia, A.M.T. Group, A.M.T. mobil, DyCom Group, A.M.T. Defense/AmTec Defense...
read moreHouse of England took over activities of A.M.T. Moravia in Brno and expanded range of brands
February 19, 2010 | 02:32am CEToriginalThe company will specialize in British brands. The current offer of eight brands and premium services free of charge...
read moreKia to support company sales by Kia Fleet network with extra services in Czech Rep
February 19, 2010 | 02:24am CEToriginalScope of provided services, 20 dealers participating in the project, an advantage for public service, businessmen and others...
read moreAuto Esa launched website focusing on Skoda cars
February 18, 2010 | 03:09am CEToriginalThe company launched a project targeting the brand with the greatest interest of Czech drivers. Current visit rate of the website Skodovky.cz and daily specials...
read moreEXPECTED DEVELOPMENT IN AUTOMOTIVE: Plastika negotiates investor's entry into company
February 17, 2010 | 04:17am CEToriginalGenerally, Tier 2 suppliers’ consolidation is underway at the moment, Tier 1 suppliers consider whom to retain. Plastika returned to profit in 2009...
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