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Ministry of Transport of Czech Republic to increase number of sections with Safe Distance traffic signs (IP 32, visual form modification from January 1) from 6 to 20 in 2024, despite increasing number of technologies and assistance systems/ADAS integrated in vehicles (adaptive cruise control/ACC, automatic emergency braking/AEB, 2-second distance warning, intelligent recuperation). Reason is effect of reminder advertising and targeting drivers who do not consider failure to maintain safe distance to be dangerous, Kupka explained
April 12, 2024 | 04:32pm CETflashread more
Toyota & Lexus Corporate Mobility Festival 2024: Toyota to hold test event for companies, entrepreneurs in Hradec Králové, Czechia on April 17-18 with presentation of complete portfolio of products, drives, services, activities (cars, 4x4, commercial vehicles, conversions, accessories, Toyota Motor Manufacturing Czech, Kinto One, Toyota Gazoo Racing Czech, Toyota GR, classic cars)
April 12, 2024 | 04:09pm CETflashread more
Sales (deliveries to customers) of Volkswagen Group down by 1.4% in March, up by 3.1% to 2.1 million in Q1 (VW +1.2%, +5.7%; Škoda +0.5%, +5.2%; SEAT+Cupra +8.9%, +10.6%; VW Commercial Vehicles +3.7%, +7.8%; Audi -9.7%, -4.5%; Bentley -17.8%, -28.7%; Lamborghini +8.3%, +0.3%; Porsche -9.8%, -3.9%; MAN -22.7%, -12.3%; VW Truck & Bus +15.5%, -5.1%; Scania -0.5%, +16.8%; Navistar -2%, -14.5%)
April 11, 2024 | 03:24pm CETflashread more
ČSÚ: Car prices in Czechia up by 0.1% m/m in March, down by 2.2% y/y (new: +0.0%, +1.2%; used: +0.1%, -4.5%). Inflation (consumer price index/CPI) in related areas developed differently – motorcycles (+1.3%, -0.4%), spare parts and accessories (+0.1%, +5.2%), fuels and oils (+1.6%, +4.8%), service works (+0.9%, +8.4%)
April 11, 2024 | 03:11pm CETflashread more
PwC increased 2024 Czech new car registrations forecast from 200,000-220,000 units (-1% to -10%, 2023: 221,422) to 205,000-225,000 units (-7% to +2%). Demand for cars continues to be significantly affected by current relatively less favorable economic situation (weak economy, expensive financing), which, according to current forecasts, we expect gradual improvement during this year, especially with regard to development of inflation. Improving indicators to gradually improve purchasing power of companies and consumers as well as their mood and have positive effect on demand. So far, however, this influence on registrations is only cautious, Janeček said
April 9, 2024 | 05:44pm CETflashread more
Jakub Pončík, former Head of Powertrain Design, appointed as new Director of Research and Development at Tatra Trucks. Radomír Smolka, member of Board of Directors for R&D at Tatra Trucks and Director of Research and Development at Tatra Defense Vehicle, transferred operational management of department, focusing on strategic planning and decision-making
April 9, 2024 | 05:33pm CETflashread more
J.D. Power, GlobalData increased 2024 global new light-vehicle sales outlook by 200,000 cars, vans from 89.1 million (+3%) to 89.3 million (+3.2%). Large proportion of easy gains have now been achieved due to improved inventory levels enabling pent-up demand to be met. In addition, inflation and cost of living remain challenges facing consumers, while slowdown in economic growth is still on cards, even if recent data suggests that global outlook is improving, Oakley (GlobalData) said
April 8, 2024 | 12:40pm CETflashread more
SDA: New car registrations in Czechia down by 15.5%/3,462 units in March (companies and entrepreneurs: -3,188, consumers: -274), up by 2.2% to 57,605 in Q1 (vans +6.5%, +18.3%; trucks -20.7%, -16.8%; buses +238.5%, +127.7%; motorcycles -3.1%, +7.7%; trailers+semitrailers -9.4%, -6%)
April 8, 2024 | 12:32pm CETflashread more
SYMA (Systems of Management) 2024: Czech Society for Quality (ČSJ) to hold 26th conference on current trends not only in automotive industry (TISAX, Automotive Core Tools, VDA 6.3:2023, Reverse FMEA, artificial intelligence/AI, digitization of production, optical measurement, carbon duty/CBAM, ESG, HR) in Mladá Boleslav, Czechia on April 11-12. Representatives of Škoda Auto, Continental Automotive Czech Republic, ON Semiconductor Czech Republic (Onsemi), Robert Bosch, ČEZ, Slovnaft, Doosan Škoda Power, Yusen Logistic Czech, 24 Vision, Next Generation Security Solutions (NGSS), Twinzo (5.0 Technologies), DQS Slovakia, Specialist Service, Technical University of Liberec (TUL), Škoda Auto University (ŠAVŠ) to speak at event
April 5, 2024 | 09:57am CETflashread more
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Nexen Tire wants to double production of tires by 2018, plans to build factory in Europe
November 18, 2013 | 02:00am CEToriginalConsidered countries and locations in Central Europe, assistance of the agency CzechInvest, the investment, HR, current and projected volumes, clients...
read moreNissan plans more dealerships for its Leaf EV in Czech Rep
November 18, 2013 | 01:53am CEToriginalCooperation with ABB, installation of fast charging stations, extended warranty on li-on batteries in Europe, the demand for the Leaf in the Czech Republic...
read moreFor Elektron Motion 2013: First e-mobility fair to be held in Czech Rep
November 14, 2013 | 11:12pm CEToriginalLocation, date, nomenclature (EVs, HEVs, infrastructure), accompanying program, simultaneous exhibitions, exhibitors...
read moreKOH-I-NOOR also plans to grow through acquisitions
November 13, 2013 | 10:54pm CEToriginalNegotiations with the owners of the two companies, KOH-I-NOOR Ponas strategy in the near future, the upcoming production in Bulgaria...
read moreCzechBus 2013: Third year of fair to show 18 bus brands
November 10, 2013 | 10:35pm CEToriginalExhibition space, exhibits including electric and CNG buses, components and service equipment, an accompanying program (conferences, workshops)...
read moreVisteon sold Climate Division to its JV in Korea
November 8, 2013 | 12:34am CEToriginalThe transaction also includes plants in the Czech Republic. Price, factories concerned, HR, products and clients, renaming, the new website...
read moreAGC Automotive wants to become leader in production of automotive glass in Europe, to expand its biggest plant
November 6, 2013 | 03:10am CEToriginalA new hall in the Czech Republic, the amount of investment, timing, HR, local and global clients, new orders, R&D, reduction of capital of the Czech plant...
read moreCar of the Year 2014 in Czech Rep: One all-new model and four new-generation cars to compete for title
November 6, 2013 | 02:49am CEToriginalThere are no city cars, SUVs or MPVs among them. These are representatives of carmakers Jaguar, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz, Peugeot and Skoda...
read moreSaint-Gobain Sekurit won contract for Skoda Rapid Spaceback, started production in Czech Rep
November 5, 2013 | 12:26am CEToriginalThe Horovice plant delivers the panoramic glass roof to the Czech carmaker. The parameters of the roof...
read moreHP Pelzer to expand one of its plants in Czech Rep
November 3, 2013 | 11:54pm CEToriginalLocation, new hall, products and customers, HR, overall production growth in the country...
read morePainter Cup 2013: Painter of Autodruzstvo Znojmo won
November 3, 2013 | 11:28pm CEToriginalOther places were also taken by the Skoda dealers. Partners of the seventh year, the winners of previous years...
read moreAisin Seiki wants to build new plant in Czech Rep
October 28, 2013 | 11:39pm CEToriginalLocation, investment parameters, HR, introduction of new products, clients, growth plan for the years 2012-2016...
read moreAutosympo 2013: Conference on alternative drives and R&D to be held in Czech Rep
October 28, 2013 | 09:51pm CEToriginalFocus on CNG, presentation of project LNG Masterplan, speakers from Skoda, VW, Tatra, Iveco, SOR, TUV Sud, Ricardo, Honeywell, Brano, ČZ or Motorpal...
read morePSA and GM consider repealing development of joint B-segment platform
October 28, 2013 | 09:38pm CEToriginalA decrease in revenues in Q3, the impact of interruptions in production of the Citroen C3, a decline in market share, sales growth of the Faurecia division...
read moreSome parts manufacturers and car dealers to join fight against corruption in Czech Rep
October 23, 2013 | 10:42pm CEToriginalThese companies contributed financially to the Anti-Corrupt Practices Endowment Fund of billionaire Karel Janecek. Firms and the amount of the gift, the extent of corruption in the country, other activities...
read moreJohnson Controls to invest EUR 50 million in Czech Rep
October 22, 2013 | 11:49pm CEToriginalIt is an investment in the expansion of one existing plant. Location, products, HR, timing, state support, redeployment...
read moreGS Caltex to increase production in Czech plant by 80 % by 2016
October 22, 2013 | 11:26pm CEToriginalLocation, amount of investment, products, the carmakers’ subcontractor, clients in Central Europe, HR...
read moreKasko expanded production capacity and tool shop in Czech Rep
October 17, 2013 | 08:35pm CEToriginalLocation, new presses, painted plastics, revenue growth in 2012, HR, clients (carmakers, Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers)...
read moreConference on automotive industry in Czech Rep and Central Europe to take place in Brno
October 16, 2013 | 11:53pm CEToriginalContract meetings with Austrian firms, speakers from ACEA, Skoda, PSA, TPCA, Hyundai, Iveco, KPMG, Roland Berger, Brano, 3M or CTP...
read moreJohnson Controls to build new plant in Czech Rep
October 14, 2013 | 05:20am CEToriginalIt will be built within one industrial zone - CTPark, which CTP Invest will more than double by 2018. Location, HR, production start, products, clients...
read moreGlobal Safety Textiles to cease production in Czech Rep, on second attempt
October 14, 2013 | 12:41am CEToriginalThe last Czech customer gave it the okay. Moving production of airbags to Eastern Europe, orders, timing, HR, GST’s new owner from South Korea...
read moreBrembo to expand its plant in Czech Rep
October 11, 2013 | 01:16am CEToriginalLocation, the current and future size of production area, investment amount, timing, HR, clients, factory turnover...
read moreTRW to move production of steering wheels from Czech Rep to Romania
October 10, 2013 | 01:46am CEToriginalThe affected plants, timing, HR, training of Romanian employees by Czech colleagues, clients (Volkswagen Group, Ford), TRW expansion in Romania...
read moreTatra offers to lease part of its premises in Koprivnice
October 9, 2013 | 12:01am CEToriginalThese are warehouse, production and office buildings and exterior areas. A number of automotive suppliers are already located in this Czech town...
read moreMann+Hummel opened R&D centre in Czech Rep
October 8, 2013 | 11:11pm CEToriginalIt contains the first engineering test room of filters in the Czech Republic. Location, investment, HR, expansion of storage space and scope of the service centre...
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