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H2 Forum 2026: IPM to hold conference, workshops, exhibition, B2B matchmaking meeting, other networking events on activities of hydrogen industry pioneers in Berlin, Germany on March 3-4. Representatives of Hyundai Energy & Hydrogen, Siemens Energy, Capgemini Engineering, Sunfire, Salzgitter Flachstahl, Andritz, ThyssenKrupp Nucera, Air Liquide, Fest, SHS Stahl-Holding-Saar, Ionysis, Akros Energy, Hypermotive, WEW (Water Electrolysis Works), BtX Energy, CibusCell Technology, Neuman & Esser (NEA), Keyou, EDAG Engineering, Swan Analytische Instrumente, Güntner, TMEIC (Toshiba/Mitsubishi Electric), Nel Hydrogen Electrolyser, RCT GH, Hystar, s-H2 Sustainable Hydrogen, GASAG, EWE Hydrogen, Gasunie, Storengy/Engie, THEnergy, Shell, Eternal Power, Gasgrid, Cruh21 (Drees & Sommer), Ramboll, Equinor, RWE Generation, Storag Etzel, Hydropulse, TEAL Mobility, Enertrag, Yara Clean Ammonia, Stiesdal Hydrogen, Uniper, DWV (German Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Association), Hydrogen Europe, Hydrogen Council, EIB (European Investment Bank), DVGW (German Technical and Scientific Association for Gas and Water), H2UB, AquaVentus to speak at events
March 4, 2026 | 07:58am CETflashread more
Czech Car Importers Association (SDA), Statistics Austria (Bundesanstalt Statistik Österreich): Customers in Czechia (of which 75% are companies and entrepreneurs, average CO2 emissions of ICEV+CNG+LPG+MHEV+HEV+PHEVs over 128 g/km) continue to buy new internal combustion cars with more powerful engines (with higher fuel consumption and emissions) than clients in Austria (122), according to registration and fleet emissions statistics of two neighboring, similarly mountainous countries for 2025
March 4, 2026 | 07:51am CETflashread more
Hydrogen Days 2026: Czech Hydrogen Technology Platform (HYTEP) to hold 16th conference on hydrogen technologies, challenges of hydrogen economy in Czechia and EU in Prague, Czechia on March 11-13. Program of conference with subtitle 'Hydrogen at the Crossroads – Courage to Continue' to be divided into three thematic areas – development and deployment of hydrogen in energy (hydrogen production, hydrogen storage, energy storage, infrastructure, cogeneration systems, fuel cells, reversible fuel cells), development and deployment of hydrogen in transportation (fuel cells as energy source for mobile applications, powertrains based on hydrogen combustion, combined systems, use of hydrogen drives in forklifts, cars, trucks, buses, ships and trains, hydrogen infrastructure), cross cutting and overarching issues (education & information, legislation & safety, reliability, certification, grid integration, market introduction, business cases, hydrogen valleys, cooperation possibilities, European policies and national strategies, decarbonization potential, green hydrogen policy). Representatives of Hyundai Motor Group, BMW, Hörmann Vehicle Engineering, Resato, Siemens Energy Global, Bosch, Devinn, ElementarHy, Nano Advanced, Materials Mates, Dinex, Valcon, Gascade, Orlen Unipetrol, Engie, Hellenic Hydrogen, Net4gas/ČEPS, Gasunie, Gas Storage CZ/ČEPS, RAG Austria, Wien Energie, Motor Oil Hellas, MOL, KHNP (Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power), BloombergNEF, MPO, Fraunhofer IEG, HyCentA Research, ITAE (Institute of Advanced Technologies for Energy Nicola Giordano), DLR (German Aerospace Center), ENNOH (European Network of Network Operators for Hydrogen), GIE (Gas Infrastructure Europe), ÚJV Řež, HZwo, NVAS (Slovak National Hydrogen Association), Czech Academy of Sciences, number of universities to speak at event
March 2, 2026 | 07:55am CETflashread more
SDA: New car registrations in Czechia down by 6.7% in January (vans +10.2%; trucks +19.6%; buses -31.6%; motorcycles +9.3%; trailers+semitrailers -3.2%), individual fuel/power types performed differently (BEV: 940 -4.2%, PHEV: 850 +32.6%, LPG: 226 -40.2%, petrol: 11,772 -9.6%, diesel: 4,250 -1.8%). Regarding internal combustion engine (ICE) cars (16,022), 4,482 of them were HEVs+MHEVs (+6.1%)
March 2, 2026 | 07:49am CETflashread more
ESG Forum 2026: Reliant to hold 6th conference on sustainability challenges, ambitions in Prague, Czechia on March 5 with subtitle 'For more sustainable world and business: Energy as valuable commodity'. Representatives of ČSOB Leasing, Panattoni, P3 Logistic Parks, GS1, Enbra, Thimm, Remak, Elektrodesign, CDoor, Eurofrost, WTline to speak at event
March 2, 2026 | 07:44am CETflashread more
SMMT: Vehicle production in UK down by 13.6% y/y to 67,415 units in January, of which 65.249 cars (-8.2%) and 2,166 commercial vehicles (-68.6%; buses, coaches, vans, trucks, taxis). Manufacturing of electrified cars fell by 10.6% to 26,854 BEVs, PHEVs and HEVs, representing 41.2% share of total output
February 28, 2026 | 10:55pm CETflashread more
ACEA: New car registrations in EU down by 3.9% in January (Volkswagen -3.7%; Stellantis +9.1%; Renault -16.7%; Toyota -14.3%; Hyundai -14.7%; BMW -3.3%; Mercedes-Benz +4%; Ford -5.3%; Volvo Cars -13.6%; Nissan -16.2%; BYD +175.3%; SAIC -0.8%; Suzuki -14.6%; Mazda +5.7%; Tesla -1.6%; Jaguar Land Rover -12.5%; Honda +11.9%; Mitsubishi -37.9%), individual fuel/power types successful differently (BEV +24.2%, PHEV +28.7%, HEV+MHEV +6.2%, FCEV+NGV/CNG+LPG+biofuel/ethanol -36.5%, petrol -28.2%, diesel -22.3%)
February 28, 2026 | 10:51pm CETflashread more
Czech Automotive Industry Association (AutoSAP) started publishing statistics on production of self-charging hybrids in Czechia. Total of 25,879 (passenger) hybrid electric vehicles produced in country in January (+53.9%), of which 25,839 cars (+54.1%; Hyundai: 6,171 HEVs, +12.3%; Toyota: 19,668 HEVs, +74.5%) and 40 buses (-20%; Iveco: 40 HEVs, -20%). Manufacturing of electrified vehicles increased by 55.4% to 50,839 BEVs, PHEVs and HEVs, representing 40.4% share of total output
February 28, 2026 | 10:48pm CETflashread more
ČSÚ: Car prices in Czechia down by 0.7% m/m in January, up by 0.1% y/y (new: +0.0% m/m, +0.7% y/y; used: -1.3%, -0.3%). Inflation (consumer price index/CPI) in related areas developed differently – motorcycles (+2.7%, +5%), spare parts and accessories (+0.2%, +1.3%), fuels and oils (-2.6%, -8.9%), maintenance and repairs / service works (+3%, +7.1%)
February 28, 2026 | 10:39pm CETflashread more
AutoSAP: Total of 24,960 (passenger) electric vehicles produced in Czechia in January (+56.5%; 20,859 battery electric vehicles, +82%, 4,101 plug-in hybrids, -8.7%), of which 24,950 cars (+56.8%; Škoda: 17,955 BEVs, +98%, 2,973 PHEVs, +24.1%; Hyundai: 2,894 BEVs, +22.6%, 1,128 PHEVs, -46.1%) and 10 buses (SOR: 2 BEVs; Iveco: 8 BEVs)
February 28, 2026 | 10:34pm CETflashread more
AutoSAP: Car production in Czechia up by 10% y/y to 125,190 in January (Škoda+SEAT/Cupra +18.2%, Hyundai -5.8%, Toyota -2.8%). Buses (Iveco -24.4%, SOR +585.7%), motorcycles (Jawa +34%) successful differently. Electrified vehicles are becoming one of main pillars of production in domestic car factories. Almost quarter of Škoda Auto’s production, half of Hyundai’s production in Nošovice, and all vehicles from Toyota in Kolín are models with some form of electrified drive. Models manufactured in Czechia are successful not only on domestic market but also on major European markets. Czech automotive industry is thus clearly demonstrating that it can transform technological transformation it has set out to achieve into concrete results, Petzl said. Electric car manufacturing increased by 56.8% to 24,950 BEVs and PHEVs, while internal combustion engine car (ICEV) output up by 2.4% to 100,240 units
February 28, 2026 | 10:10pm CETflashread more
GlobalData increased 2026 Western European new car sales outlook by 30,000 units from 11.82 million (+0.6%) to 11.85 million (+0.8%)
February 26, 2026 | 07:54am CETflashread more
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Hyundai to indemnify clients in South Korea for erroneous data on car consumption
August 14, 2014 | 10:14pm CEToriginalAfter the USA it is another country where Hyundai-Kia has to deal with compensation and fines. The affected models and the number of cars, the amount of compensation...
read moreOpel strengthens dealer network with help of former Chevrolet dealers
August 13, 2014 | 11:31pm CEToriginalMany of the former dual Opel/Chevrolet dealers do not seek compensation. The situation in Europe and the Czech Republic, the expansion of the 'Welcome back to Opel' program with Chevrolets owners...
read moreSkoda Auto to increase production capacity of one plant
August 13, 2014 | 11:19pm CEToriginalLocation, current and projected capacity, the affected facilities and models, production of the factory in 2013, HR, timing, renewal of technology...
read moreGM faces legal action due to injury and deaths in case of giant series of recall actions
August 13, 2014 | 11:01pm CEToriginalThe number of petitioners, detail of the fault, the number of cars convened, delayed recalls, the compensation program for victims of accidents...
read moreDaimler’s Czech plant has new director
August 13, 2014 | 05:23am CEToriginalReiner Springmeier left the position at EvoBus Bohemia after nine years. Reasons, successor and his profile...
read moreSaab supplier asked court for declaration of bankruptcy of carmaker’s owner
August 13, 2014 | 05:12am CEToriginalNEVS suspended production of Saab cars in May due to financial problems. The name and profile of the supplier, the amount of the debt...
read moreSkoFIN prepares operating lease for consumers for other Volkswagen Group brands in Czech Rep
August 11, 2014 | 11:57pm CEToriginalDemand for the ‘Skoda without worries’ rental, business plans, expansion of the model and equipment offer, easing the terms, the profile of the average client...
read moreCSU: Car prices in Czech Rep down m/m in July 2014
August 11, 2014 | 11:44pm CEToriginalWhile new cars became more expensive, used cars and motorcycles became cheaper. Prices fo servicing and spare parts, detailed data, the annual development...
read moreMedea Research to publish statistics of new car registrations in Czech Rep, net of short-term deregistrations
August 11, 2014 | 07:42am CEToriginalMethodology, source data, results for seven months, the growth of re-exports, a conflict of interest, low price level in the Czech market...
read moreChinese central bank bought stake in Generali
August 11, 2014 | 06:07am CEToriginalIt has been a further acquisition of shares in major Italian company recently. The share amount and its value, the entry to Fiat...
read moreSales of cars and vans in Russia fell by 22.9% in July
August 11, 2014 | 05:52am CEToriginalAcceleration of the pace of decline, the reasons and influences, results after seven months, the growth of Skoda, a comment of AEB...
read moreLMC Automotive: Car sales in Western Europe up by 5% in July
August 8, 2014 | 01:38am CEToriginalSales have been growing for 11 months. The outlook for 2014, the growth leaders, the prediction of developments in UK...
read moreCEE Automotive Forum 2014: Further 13 speakers to join conference
August 8, 2014 | 01:07am CEToriginalThese are representatives of CLEPA, AutoSAP, PSA, Volkswagen, Skoda, Opel, Ford, AAA Auto, Ernst & Young, Matador, Aufeer Design, Bosal and Item...
read morePwC: Decline in car sales in Russia to stop in three years
August 8, 2014 | 12:54am CEToriginalThe deterioration of the outlook for 2014, results in H1, the impact of the Ukrainian crisis on the sale and financing...
read moreHead of CSOB Leasing in Czech Rep Libor Bosak became president of IFLA
August 8, 2014 | 12:46am CEToriginalProfile of the International Finance and Leasing Association, which was previously led by...
read moreMann+Hummel to invest EUR 25 million in Czech Rep by 2016
August 6, 2014 | 11:49pm CEToriginalLocation, timing, details of investments, HR, cooperation with a new personnel agency, clients...
read moreDaimler simplifies distribution and sales management in Europe
August 6, 2014 | 11:30pm CEToriginalReduction of managerial positions across divisions, reasons, personnel changes in the Czech Republic, timing...
read moreGumotex received new orders from Volkswagen Group
August 6, 2014 | 11:18pm CEToriginalExpansion of the product portfolio, the affected models, volumes, profile of the automotive division, clients...
read moreArval VIP Partner: Arval builds premium supplier network in Czech Rep
August 6, 2014 | 11:08pm CEToriginalConcurrently, it is reducing the number of partners, especially car and tire service shops. Reasons, details, Arval Assistance...
read moreEmil Frey might terminate distribution of one brand in Czech Rep
August 5, 2014 | 11:55pm CEToriginalThe brand, reasons, requirements of the carmaker, dealer network, models and prices, the situation in Europe...
read morePorsche Inter Auto to resume Lamborghini dealership in Czech Rep
August 5, 2014 | 11:45pm CEToriginalLocation of the showroom, sales start, available models, previous Czech dealer, competition from independent retailers...
read moreSDA: New car registrations in Czech Rep up by 21.8% in July 2014
August 5, 2014 | 11:29pm CEToriginalGrowth was driven by the Skoda, Hyundai, Volkswagen, Opel, Dacia, Ford and Mercedes-Benz brands. Growth in the van segment, decline in trucks...
read moreOpel won contract for 600 Movano vehicles in Europe
August 5, 2014 | 11:20pm CEToriginalCountry, client, winning tender price, utilization, specifications, modifications upon request, warranty, Movano facelift as of 2014...
read moreMichael Macht resigned as head of production of Volkswagen Group
August 4, 2014 | 11:57pm CEToriginalThis followed after an agreement with representatives of the owners. After having left Porsche, he was in the office for four years. Alleged reasons, the original length of the contract, the successor...
read moreMakro changed its partner for insurance in Czech Rep
August 4, 2014 | 11:50pm CEToriginalThe offer of Mpojisteni also includes car insurance. In the field of financing, the partner remained unchanged. Companies, the most popular products...
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