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Vysek: Jaguar Land Rover wants to grow further in Czech Rep in 2013, despite decline in premium segment

April 16, 2013 | 12:04am CEToriginal
Sales in Q1, the plan for 2013, new models, demand for the new Range Rover, promotions, a new service partner, personnel strengthening of the importer, fleet...
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Dacia prepared credit package with advantages worth more than CZK 10,000 in Czech Rep

April 15, 2013 | 11:49pm CEToriginal
Dacia Box includes zero fees, extended warranty, interest below 10%, accident insurance rate to 2% and an accessories package. An example, the Logan II from CZK 159,900...
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PSA and Toyota apparently prepare second model for Czech plant, TPCA denied it

April 11, 2013 | 12:19am CEToriginal
However, Toyota Aygo, Citroen C1 and Peugeot 107 mini cars are prepared for a generational replacement. Details of the new model, the development also in the Czech Republic...
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O.K. Trans and Fliegl developed new way to transport tires

April 11, 2013 | 12:06am CEToriginal
The first DAF trucks in operation, details of the system, higher safety, certification by Dekra, clients-tire manufacturers...
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SmithNovak holds Crash Hunting conference in Prague on May 16

April 10, 2013 | 12:24am CEToriginal
Major topics; speakers from Allianz, Generali, Ford, Deloitte, CAAS, MM Car, Partners, European Compensation Services; focus groups; price...
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Kaipan to change supplier strategy to discount its sports cars

April 8, 2013 | 11:50pm CEToriginal
Buying cars and components from Skoda Auto is expensive, according to the company. A new model in H2 2013, the current demand...
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Allianz and Ford established cooperation to combat poor quality repairers in Czech Rep

April 8, 2013 | 11:40pm CEToriginal
Stepping up the quality of repairs after an accident, repairs at authorized garages or unbranded certified repair shops, the battle with crash hunters...
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Ford to cancel special prices in Czech Rep, discounts to be included in standard price lists

April 8, 2013 | 12:47am CEToriginal
Simplifying the offer, the first affected model, discounted Focus and reduced surcharges for body styles, interest in Ecoboost engines, the action for the Mondeo...
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Vahland: Skoda Octavia Combi should remain best-selling station wagon in Europe

April 8, 2013 | 12:39am CEToriginal
Start of production, price from CZK 364,900, surcharge of CZK 55,000 for the 4x4 drive, best selling AWD car in the Czech Republic, the arrival of the Octavia Scout, extended warranty...
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Hyundai decreased 2013 sales growth plan in Czech Rep

April 8, 2013 | 12:25am CEToriginal
Falling Czech market in recent months, Hyundai’s orientation to more expensive cars, Veloster Turbo from CZK 599,990...
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SDA: Export of used cars from Czech Rep rose by one third in 2012

April 8, 2013 | 12:12am CEToriginal
Part of them accounted for newish cars allocated to countries with a higher price level. Most exported brands, a drop in imports to the Czech Republic...
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Insurance company Slavia changed PR agency and spokesperson

April 5, 2013 | 04:48am CEToriginal
New partner and spokesperson, 145th anniversary of the company establishment, results in damage liability in 2012 and the outlook for 2013, new insurance against collision with animals....
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Skoda Superb facelift unveiled, sales in Europe to begin in June

April 4, 2013 | 01:17am CEToriginal
Xenon headlamps with LED daytime running lights, sunroof with solar cells, start-stop in most of motorizations, GreenLine with the consumption of 4.2 l/100 km...
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SkoFIN launched campaign for best financing offer guarantee

April 4, 2013 | 01:13am CEToriginal
Details of the campaign (agencies, length, value of the contract, advertising), microsite with a calculator, fleet services communication...
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AAA Auto to buy out own shares for CZK 23.30/piece

April 4, 2013 | 01:06am CEToriginal
According to experts, this price is very low and does not match the current condition of the company. Comments, timing of the redemption...
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Dozens of companies from Czech Rep supply parts for new Volkswagen Golf

April 4, 2013 | 01:01am CEToriginal
These are 3M, Benteler, Brano, Brisk, Continental, Denso, Fehrer, HP Pelzer, Inteva, Kolbenschmidt, Magna, Mann+Hummel, Monroe, SaarGummi, TRW or Witte...
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Denso expanded R&D centre in Czech Rep, second largest in Europe

April 3, 2013 | 01:20am CEToriginal
Test centre with two laboratories, new orders for platforms Volkswagen MQB, BMW UKL, Ford CD4, Suzuki...
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Cetelem began to finance cars and motorcycles for companies and entrepreneurs

April 3, 2013 | 01:11am CEToriginal
Until then, the company provided loans to consumers only. Credit card with bonuses for fuel, financing example, a microsite, a new web site...
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One of Valeo’s plants in Czech Rep hit by fire

April 3, 2013 | 12:49am CEToriginal
Location, focus and cause of the fire, the extent of damage, HR, profiles of three Czech plants and an R&D centre, products and clients...
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Chevrolet exchanged head for CEE after six months

April 3, 2013 | 12:42am CEToriginal
Joao Falcao Neves moved within GM to Portugal; Georges Megyeri was promoted in Chevrolet CEE. European premiere of the small SUV Trax in Croatia...
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Manufacturer of automotive filters to invest in Czech Rep

April 2, 2013 | 01:21am CEToriginal
The company will lease a production facility from CTP Invest. Location, investor’s profile, production volume, HR, supplies for OEM and the aftermarket...
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Pecenka: Skoda Rapid to be important fleet car after launch of weaker 1.6 TDI engine and Spaceback version

April 2, 2013 | 01:13am CEToriginal
Start of production of both novelties, expected ratio of liftback/estate, month campaign for four Fresh models (spots, prices, financing from CZK 2,500 per month)...
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AAA Auto expects profit to drop in 2013

April 2, 2013 | 12:53am CEToriginal
Sales and profit in January and February, the financial results in 2012, growth in financing penetration above 50%, the expected outcome of the extraordinary General Meeting...
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sAutoleasing increased number of contracts by 18% in 2012

April 2, 2013 | 12:43am CEToriginal
Financing volume, market share, demand for new and used cars and vans, demand in individual months, the most popular brands, the average repayment period...
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Porsche holds spring service event in Czech Rep until end of May

April 2, 2013 | 12:25am CEToriginal
Discounted car inspection, cleaning of air conditioning, replacement of tires, Michelin and Pirelli summer tires, Porsche Tequipment accessories...
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