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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
JATO Dynamics: Electric (rechargeable) vehicle sales in Europe (28 countries) up by 32.5% to 373,669 units (254,344 BEVs, +38%; 119,325 PHEVs, +22%) in April, representing 32.6% share in total registrations (penetration, +6.3 pp). BEV market led by Volkswagen (23,308 cars, -1%), Škoda (19,173, +40%), BMW (18,128, +22%), Renault (16,984, +64%), Mercedes (15,505, +78%), Kia (13,726, +51%), Audi (12,917, +9%), BYD (12,629, +75%), Tesla (10,609, +48%) and Ford (9,347, +40%)
June 16, 2026 | 07:49am CETflashread more
Interschutz 2026: Total of 1,792 exhibitors to join fire protection, rescue technology fair in Hannover, Germany (June 1-6), including Binz Automotive, BMW, CFMoto, Daimler Truck/Mercedes-Benz, Hyundai Everdigm, MAN Truck & Bus, Scania, Volkswagen Nutzfahrzeuge, Tatra Trucks, Bosch Sicherheitssysteme, Eberspächer Climate Control, Ericsson, Kärcher Futuretech, Kreisel Electric, Pek Automotive, Rosenbauer, Validus Special Auto, ZF, Bocar, Kobit, THT Polička, Excalibur Army
June 16, 2026 | 07:44am CETflashread more
Trends in Automotive Logistics (TAL) 2026: Aimtec, German-Czech Chamber of Industry and Commerce (ČNOPK/DTIHK, AHK) to hold 25th conference on logistics in automotive industry in Pilsen, Czechia on June 16. Representatives of Škoda Auto, Inteva Products, Shape Corp., Magna Exteriors, Safran Aircraft Engines, Autodesk, SAP, Idealworks, Noyes Technologies, LogTech, Logio, Amazon, VDA to speak at event. Zebra Technologies, 24 Vision, ABB Robotics, Asprova, Bayern Innovativ, Bito, Galaxis Technology, Körber, VertiFlex became partners
June 15, 2026 | 07:58am CETflashread more
ACEA: New car registrations in EU up by 5.1% in April (Volkswagen +3.2%; Stellantis +5.5%; Renault -4.3%; Toyota -1.8%; Hyundai -2.5%; BMW -0.4%; Mercedes-Benz +3.5%; Geely +0.4%; Ford -17%; Nissan -6%; SAIC +24.6%; BYD +116.6%; Tesla +67.2%; Suzuki -13.7%; Chery +276.1%; Mazda +28.2%; Leapmotor +407.6%; Jaguar Land Rover -20.4%; Honda +22.7%; Mitsubishi -56.1%), individual fuel/power types performed differently (BEV +37.7%, PHEV +16.4%, HEV+MHEV +12%, FCEV+NGV/CNG+LPG+biofuel/ethanol -7.5%, petrol -16.3%, diesel -17.1%). Association expanded report with Chinese automakers/groups Geely Group (Geely, Geely‑Emgrand, LEVC, Lotus, Lynk & Co, Polestar, Smart, Volvo Cars, Zeekr; 26,373 +0.4%), Chery Automobile (Chery, Jaecoo, Jetour, Omoda; 14,346 +276.1%), Leapmotor (8,006 +407.6%) and simultaneously removed Volvo Cars brand from statistics
June 15, 2026 | 07:52am CETflashread more
ČSÚ: Car prices in Czechia up by 0.3% m/m in April, by 0.1% y/y (new: +0.2% m/m, +0.4% y/y; used: +0.4%, -0.1%). Inflation (consumer price index/CPI) in related areas developed differently – motorcycles (-1.5%, +0.6%), spare parts and accessories (-0.1%, +0.7%), fuels and lubricants (+7.3%, +24.6%), maintenance and repairs / service works (+0.8%, +7.6%)
June 15, 2026 | 07:47am CETflashread more
Electromobility Forum 2026: BYD Dolphin Surf, BYD Sealion 7, Škoda Epiq, Škoda Elroq Sportline, Hyundai Ioniq 3, Kia EV2, MG4 EV Urban, XPeng P7+, Fiat Grande Panda, Volvo ES90, Mercedes-Benz eActros 600, Iveco eSuperJolly, Fiat E-Ducato to join exhibition (in Prague, Czechia on June 11) of battery electric vehicles (BEVs) with possibility of test drives
June 11, 2026 | 07:58am CETflashread more
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SMMT: Newly announced automotive investments in UK dropped sharply in H1
July 6, 2017 | 11:55pm CEToriginalThe result of the referendum on Brexit, an estimate for the whole year 2017, the country's attempt to remain a member of the customs union, a fall in car production in April and May...
read moreVolkswagen supposedly overvalued sales
July 3, 2017 | 11:55pm CEToriginalThe automaker did not comment on it. Country, brands, timing, number of cars, departure of head of the local representation...
read moreACEA: Car sales in EU rose by 7.6% in May
July 3, 2017 | 11:34pm CEToriginalReturn to growth, results in individual countries, demand in Central Europe, automakers' sales...
read moreSDA: 270 HEVs and 36 EVs registered in Czech Rep in May
July 2, 2017 | 11:49pm CEToriginal284 CNG-powered cars and 119 LPG cars were added to the registry. Leaders of alternative drives, first Mini hybrid, results over 5 months...
read moreSales of vehicles in China dropped by 0.1% in May
July 2, 2017 | 11:27pm CEToriginalSecond drop in a row, registrations over 5 months, demand for sedans and SUVs, truck sales...
read moreLMC Automotive: Sales in Western Europe up by 7% in May
June 30, 2017 | 06:50am CEToriginalDemand in individual countries, drop in four states, results in 5 months, comment...
read moreSales of Volkswagen Group up by 3.1% in May
June 30, 2017 | 06:37am CEToriginalFirst growth after one month drop, demand in individual markets, growth in all major regions, sale of individual brands, results in 5 months, comment...
read moreCar sales in US down by 1% in May
June 30, 2017 | 06:22am CEToriginalFifth fall in a row, carmakers’ results, change in the position 1, outlook of LMC Automotive for 2017...
read moreDaimler prepares investment in Czech Rep
June 29, 2017 | 01:22am CEToriginalLocation, distribution and retail division, demand for Mercedes-AMG cars, management of the new regional headquarters for Central Europe...
read moreSales of Skoda cars rose by 2.4% in May
June 29, 2017 | 01:10am CEToriginalThis is the 18th growth in a row. Sales in individual markets, growth in Russia, decline in China, interest in individual models, sale of the Kodiaq SUV for the first three months, comment...
read moreCar sales in Germany rose by 12.9% in May
June 29, 2017 | 12:52am CEToriginalProduction and export also recorded growth. Impact of working days, demand for individual brands, orders, results for five months...
read moreEurop Assistance succeeded in LeasePlan's tender for car assistance provider in Czech Rep
June 28, 2017 | 12:11am CEToriginalScope of services, timing, previous partner of leasing company...
read moreBusinessRent: Business Lease opened car and van rental in Czech Rep
June 27, 2017 | 11:57pm CEToriginalThe fleet including EVs, CNG vehicles and cars for the disabled, prices, benefits, utilization possibilities, Tesla EVs at RentPoint car rental...
read moreNew institute for car emission measurement to be established in Germany
June 27, 2017 | 11:45pm CEToriginalEmissions will be measured in real traffic, not in laboratories. Timing, supervisory board, budget, financing, recent tests by German authorities, consideration of restriction of diesel cars in cities...
read moreTakata declared bankruptcy and applied for protection from creditors
June 26, 2017 | 10:48pm CEToriginalThe company also announced a deal on the sale of most assets. The buyer, price, promise not to close any plant and not to dismiss employees, the factories in Europe including the Czech Republic...
read moreVolkswagen agreed with unions of Slovak plants on new collective agreement
June 26, 2017 | 10:29pm CEToriginalThe strike ended after six days and the factory in Bratislava restored full production. Agreement details...
read moreDeloitte: Brexit can threaten thousands of jobs in German automotive industry
June 26, 2017 | 12:26am CEToriginalEstimated growth in German car prices in the UK, expected decline in sales, revenues and profits, whole study...
read moreCzech ambassadors in Europe to replace BMWs with Skoda cars
June 25, 2017 | 11:35pm CEToriginalOne Czech brand dealer succeeded in a tender. Models, numbers of cars, frequency of renewal, contract validity...
read moreTakata allegedly to ask for bankruptcy protection from creditors in few days
June 22, 2017 | 11:35pm CEToriginalSubsequently, the company will pursue a bailout from one Japanese bank. The company’s comment...
read moreTesla reportedly to soon close deal to build plant in China
June 22, 2017 | 11:19pm CEToriginalLocation, timing, avoidance of import duty, business results in the country in 2016, entry of Chinese investor...
read moreMBtech to expand one development centre in Czech Rep
June 21, 2017 | 11:31pm CEToriginalLocation, new halls, amount of investment, services, timing, HR, clients...
read moreMitsubishi Motors began to offer branded insurance in Czech Rep
June 21, 2017 | 11:05pm CEToriginalThe partner is Uniqa, which has long-term and rich experience with branded insurance. Details of the cooperation and the product Mitsubishi insurance including PAYD/PHYD…
read moreShandong Linglong Tire wants to build two more plants, one in Europe
June 21, 2017 | 01:36am CEToriginalDetails of the strategy, sites considered, amount of investment, HR, timing, R&D, orders from carmakers and retailers, results in 2016, plan for 2017, targets for 2020...
read moreEmployees of Volkswagen car plant in Slovakia started to strike
June 21, 2017 | 01:18am CEToriginalThe number of participants, impact on production of individual models, absence of agency staff, management response, explosives inspection, situation in other factories, company holiday...
read moreJaguar Land Rover wants to double production in UK by 2020
June 20, 2017 | 03:08am CEToriginalAt the same time, the company wants to hire several thousand people, especially technical specialists. Business and financial results, investments in FY 2017/2018...
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