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Cox Automotive: New light vehicle sales in USA to reach 4.03 million in Q4 (-4.7%), totaling 16.31 million in 2025 (+1.8%, 2024: 16.03 million cars and vans). Top 4 best-selling players (General Motors/GM, Toyota, Ford, Hyundai) took 2.6% share from rest of market, mainly from automakers Volkswagen (-0.6 pp), Stellantis (-0.5 pp) and Tesla (-0.4 pp). In 2026, US auto market to decline, when 8 out of 9 monitored indicators record drop – new sales 15.8 million (-2.4%), new retail sales 13.1 million (-1.5%), fleet sales 2.7 million (-6.1%), new lease volume 2.8 million (-12.6%), lease penetration 21% (-3 pp), certified pre-owned (CPO) sales 2.6 million (-2.2%), used sales 38.3 million (-0.9%), used retail sales 20.3 million (-0.7%), December 2026 y/y Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index (MUVVI) 2% (+1.7%)
December 29, 2025 | 07:54am CETflashread more
Electric vehicle drivers consumed more than 808 MWh of electricity (+5% m/m; Prague: 137,444 kWh, South Moravian Region: 124,732 kWh, Vysočina Region: 102,059 kWh, South Bohemian Region: 99,096 kWh, other regions: 344,842 kWh) during 34,422 recharges (+6% m/m) in E.ON Drive public charging network in Czechia in November, 6,606 MWh during 282,047 recharges at more than 740 charging points at more than 360 stations in first 11 months
December 29, 2025 | 07:50am CETflashread more
HellermannTyton (manufacturer of products for fastening, fixing, installing, connecting, insulating, protecting, identifying electrical cables with more than 7,000 employees in 18 plants and other sales, distribution, development centers in 40 countries) opened 9,300 sqm plant for automotive and industrial sectors in Oragadam near Chennai, India, 19th factory to create over 200 jobs
December 29, 2025 | 07:43am CETflashread more
ACEA: New car registrations in EU up by 2.1% in November (Volkswagen +3.5%; Stellantis +0.3%; Renault +2.3%; Hyundai -0.7%; Toyota -9.2%; BMW +4%; Mercedes-Benz -3.8%; Ford -4.7%; Volvo Cars -20.9%; SAIC +41.6%; Nissan -8.8%; Suzuki -20%; Tesla -34.2%; BYD +235.2%; Mazda +7.2%; Jaguar Land Rover -37.9%; Honda +37.9%; Mitsubishi -26.4%), individual fuel/power types successful differently (BEV +44.1%, PHEV +38.4%, HEV+MHEV +4.2%, FCEV+NGV/CNG+LPG+biofuel/ethanol +9.5%, petrol -21.9%, diesel -23.2%)
December 29, 2025 | 07:38am CETflashread more
Aures Holdings made Mototechna brand independent as dealer of premium nearly-new cars (including selected mainstream vehicles), planning to open six branches in Czechia, Slovakia, Poland within three years. Jan Hrubý appointed as Managing Director. Company opened its first independent branch in Prague, showroom in Hloubětín offers over 700 vehicles. Architectural design of interior of new Mototechna showroom undertaken by Czech studio Moris Design
December 29, 2025 | 07:32am CETflashread more
AutoSAP: Car production in Czechia up by 6.7% y/y to 135,132 in November (Škoda+SEAT/Cupra +20.1%, Hyundai -15.8%, Toyota -19%). Buses (Iveco +8.8%, SOR +110.8%, Škoda Electric 0 units), motorcycles (Jawa +300%) successful differently. Production results for January to November confirm that Czech automotive industry maintains high performance even in challenging year and continues its technological transformation. Electrified vehicles now account for fifth of domestic production, with dynamic growth observed not only in passenger cars (+84.6%) but also in bus segment (+179.1%), Petzl said. Electric car production increased by 82.2% to 29,802 BEVs and PHEVs, while internal combustion engine car (ICEV) manufacturing decreased by 4.5% to 105,330 units
December 29, 2025 | 07:28am CETflashread more
VDIK: German car market to grow by 0.4% to 2.83 million units in 2025 (2024: 2.82 million), of which 570,000 BEVs (+50%), 310,000 PHEVs (+62%), 130,000 HEVs (+0%), 650,000 MHEVs (+4%), 770,000 petrol/gasoline (-22%), 390,000 diesel (-19%) and 10,000 gas+other vehicles (-0%). In 2026, new car sales in Germany to reach 2.8-2.9 million (-1.1% to +2.5%). However, forecast depends mainly on how framework conditions for electric vehicles develop, Labbé said
December 29, 2025 | 07:21am CETflashread more
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
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Defend VIN.Pro.Tec: Defend launches VIN etching into windscreen with insurance
March 1, 2016 | 01:38am CEToriginalThe amount of performance, personalization of the marking, the product as part of a new fourth pillar called Protection, other products by Defend Automotive Group, B2B clients…
read moreAMI 2016: Organizer cancelled this year's motor show in Leipzig
March 1, 2016 | 01:25am CEToriginalReasons, automakers and brands that called off participation, the situation with New Mobility trade fair and Alternative Engines congress...
read moreVolkswagen 1%: Volkswagen Financial Services offers credit with tire service for free in Czech Rep
March 1, 2016 | 01:17am CEToriginalThe product parameters, original winter wheels for free, the affected models, timing, guaranteed residual value by the dealer, the possibility of frequent replacement of a car...
read moreMaier: Skoda to achieve annual sales of 1.5 million cars obviously later than in 2018
February 29, 2016 | 03:33am CEToriginalReasons, plan for growth in Europe and Asia, product and territorial expansion, new SUVs, PHEVs, investment, HR, the Group synergies, Strategy 2025, Euro...
read moreSales of Volkswagen Group returned to growth in January
February 29, 2016 | 03:14am CEToriginalIt was supported by strong demand in China and Western Europe. Problematic markets, growth of all brands led by Porsche...
read moreSDA: 101 HEVs and 7 EVs registered in Czech Rep in January
February 29, 2016 | 03:07am CEToriginalThe register also included 196 CNG vehicles and 37 LPG vehicles. Leaders of alternative drives, continuing inaccuracies in statistics in 2016...
read morePeugeot accepted over 2,000 orders for new cars in Czech Rep in January
February 29, 2016 | 02:58am CEToriginal'7 Days of Peugeot' with record results most contributed to that. Details, most demanded models...
read moreAutoBinck suspended sale of one brand
February 26, 2016 | 04:33am CEToriginalThe brand concerned, location, reasons, timing, sales results, service...
read moreLexus Garant: Toyota extended its offer of flexible credit to Lexus cars in Czech Rep
February 26, 2016 | 04:12am CEToriginalAffected models and prices, parameters close to operating leases, guaranteed residual value of the car, special offer for the Toyota Garant, business results...
read moreSeat 4Drive Roadshow 2016: Seat holds roadshow in Czech mountains
February 26, 2016 | 12:15am CEToriginalWinter resorts, dates, 4x4 car testing, participating dealers, competitions, partners, the introduction of MirrorLink system…
read moreIAC Group expanding production capacities in Czech Rep
February 25, 2016 | 02:17am CEToriginalLocations, developer, details of investments, HR, new orders, products and customers, production moving from Western Europe, insourcing of nonwovens production, changes in logistics...
read moreFord Snow Tour 2016: Ford holds roadshow in Czech mountains
February 24, 2016 | 11:25pm CEToriginalWinter resorts, dates, 4x4 car testing, participation of dealers, competitions, partners, the balance of the previous year, the expansion of the AWD model range...
read moreAutocentrum Barth increased car sales and revenues by more than 50% in 2015
February 23, 2016 | 11:56pm CEToriginalThe results of individual brands, investments, certified paint shop and tin shop, a new fleet centre, Barth Rent, partner of the Czech Miss beauty contest, the plan for 2016...
read moreFederal-Mogul won new contracts for brake pads
February 23, 2016 | 11:45pm CEToriginalCopper-free Ferodo Eco-Friction, contracts for Daimler and Audi on three platforms, production in several plants, including the Czech Republic, the plan for 2016, activities on the aftermarket...
read moreSales of Skoda cars rose by 5.2% in January
February 23, 2016 | 11:23pm CEToriginalIt is the second month of growth in a row, driven by increased demand in major markets in Europe and China. Moderate growth in the domestic market in the Czech Republic, the interest in various models...
read moreFord Mondeo HEV became Green Car of the Year 2016 in Czech Rep
February 23, 2016 | 12:25am CEToriginalThe other rankings, a smaller number of nominations, announcement within another contest...
read moreDefend Solutions Group: Defend introduced third division and launched GardX distribution in Czech Rep and Slovakia
February 22, 2016 | 11:55pm CEToriginalCooperation with a British partner, protection of paintwork and interior design, sales through dealers and used car shops, partnership of GardX and BMW...
read moreUnions and management of Czech Hyundai plant signed new collective agreement
February 22, 2016 | 11:28pm CEToriginalMost employees signed an addendum to the employment contract. Details of the general conditions and wages, timing, the growth of wage tariffs by 3.9%...
read moreAutoBest 2016: Best car for mainstream customers is Fiat Tipo
February 22, 2016 | 12:44am CEToriginalRanking and points of the finalists, the jury expansion, outcomes of other categories (CompanyBest, ManBest, EcoBest, DesignBest, SmartBest, TechnoBest, SafetyBest, SportBest)...
read moreFleet Derby 2016: Fleet Car of the Year in Czech Rep is Volkswagen Passat
February 19, 2016 | 02:44am CEToriginalThe winners in individual categories were Skoda, VW, LeasePlan, ALD Automotive, TomTom and CPP. Detailed results, more nominations, more jurors, sponsors...
read moreDozens of companies from Czech Rep supply parts for new Skoda Superb
February 19, 2016 | 12:04am CEToriginalThese include A.Raymond, AGC, Benteler, Brano, Brisk, Construct, Continental, Fehrer, Gumotex, HP Pelzer, Klein Automotive, Koyo, Magna, Plastika, SaarGummi, TRW or Varroc...
read moreCar of the Year 2016 in Czech Rep is Skoda Superb
February 18, 2016 | 12:03am CEToriginalEco Car of the Year is the Volkswagen Golf GTE, Technical Innovation of the Year is the Subaru EyeSight. Point difference of the finalists, public voting, decreasing level of the competition...
read moreCar of the Year 2016: Jury chose seven candidates for European Car of the Year
February 17, 2016 | 02:21am CEToriginalThese are the representatives of Audi, BMW, Jaguar, Mazda, Opel, Skoda and Volvo. A larger number of nominations, change in the rules, six cars dropping out of the nomination...
read moreAnother Skoda dealer in Czech Rep changed owner
February 17, 2016 | 01:55am CEToriginalThe companies concerned and their profile, locations, timing, website...
read moreAutoNajem.cz: First comparison tool for brand operating leases established in Czech Rep
February 16, 2016 | 11:05pm CEToriginalThe author of the project, its history and other activities, the brands and models of cars and vans offered, partners, examples of offers...
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