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Rho Motion: Global new electric vehicle (EV) sales to grow by 18% to 20.2 million passenger cars, llight-duty vehicles (LDVs/LCVs) in 2025 – China: 12.9 million BEVs and PHEVs (+17%), Europe (EU & EFTA & UK): 3.5 million (+15%), USA & Canada: 2.1 million (+16%), Rest of World (RoW): 1.7 million (+31%)
February 25, 2025 | 03:54pm CETflashread more
Retro Classics 2025: Around 1600 exhibitors to join 24th fair of classic/vintage cars and motorcycles in Stuttgart, Germany (February 27 – March 2), including ADAC, Allianz, BMW Group Classic, Daimler Truck/Mercedes-Benz Trucks Classic, Dekra Automobil, Emil Frey Classics, Emil Frey Exclusive Cars/Aston Martin Stuttgart, Erwin Hymer Museum/Erwin Hymer Stiftung, Irmscher Automobilbau, Kontio Tyres, Liqui Moly, Mazda Classic/Automobil Museum Frey, Mercedes-Benz Heritage, Nio Deutschland, Porsche Museum, Sonax, TÜV Süd Auto Service, Unimog-Museum Betriebs. Exhibition organizer expects 90,000 visitors on area of 80,000 sqm
February 25, 2025 | 03:49pm CETflashread more
VDA: Car production in Germany up by 13% y/y in January, export by 19%
February 25, 2025 | 03:36pm CETflashread more
Škoda Auto, unions agreed on increase in wage tariffs in Czechia (37,000 employees, average salary outside management CZK 75,128/EUR 3,000 in 2024) by 3% from April 1, night work surcharge by CZK 5 to CZK 55 (EUR 2.2) per hour, contribution to supplementary pension savings by CZK 200 to CZK 1,900 (EUR 76). For 2024, employees to receive variable bonus of CZK 120,000 (EUR 4,800) and one-off premium of CZK 10,000 (EUR 400) in May, i.e. total of CZK 130,000 (EUR 5,200) out of approximately CZK 200,000 (EUR 8,000) paid in total during 2025 on guaranteed and variable bonus and agreed one-time payment
February 24, 2025 | 04:48pm CETflashread more
Sales of new light vehicles in USA grew in January (J.D. Power/GlobalData: +4.4%; Cox Automotive: +5.2%; S&P Global Mobility: +7.5%)
February 24, 2025 | 04:30pm CETflashread more
Auto Palace (AutoBinck Group; Ford, Ford Pro, Hyundai, Mazda, Mitsubishi, Opel, Opel Professional, Peugeot, Peugeot Professional, Škoda, Volvo, Audi, Volkswagen, VW Commercial Vehicles, SEAT, Cupra, MG and Maxus dealer, Fiat and Infiniti service in Prague, Brno and Karlovy Vary, Czechia) to sell Tuchoměřice branch near airport in Prague (SEAT, Cupra and Maxus dealerships, Škoda, Volkswagen and VW Commercial Vehicles service; part of Auto Palace Západ, loss of CZK 72 million at turnover of CZK 1.46 billion and sales of 1,338 new and 839 used vehicles in Tuchoměřice and Karlovy Vary in 2023) to Přerost a Švorc - Logistic (Přerost a Švorc - Auto, Autodružstvo Podbabská; Škoda, Volkswagen and VW Commercial Vehicles dealer, SEAT, Cupra and Audi service in Prague). Transaction began to be assessed by Office for Protection of Competition (ÚOHS)
February 24, 2025 | 04:22pm CETflashread more
Rho Motion: Global new electric vehicle (EV) sales grew by 25% to 17.1 million passenger cars, llight-duty vehicles (LDVs/LCVs) in 2024 – China: 11 million BEVs and PHEVs (+40%), Europe (EU & EFTA & UK): 3 million (-3%), USA & Canada: 1.8 million (+9%), Rest of World (RoW): 1.3 million (+27%)
February 24, 2025 | 04:16pm CETflashread more
Prognos, VDA: 46,000 jobs lost in German automotive industry between 2019 and 2023 due to transition to electromobility (-75,000 lost, +29,000 created), another 140,000 positions to be lost at automakers and suppliers by 2035 (total of 186,000 jobs, or about fifth of jobs; 2023: 911,000 employees in sector). Jobs at component manufacturers focused on combustion vehicles are mainly at risk, as electric drive is less complex than internal combustion engine (ICE). Transformation of automotive industry is mammoth task. Between 2024 and 2028, German car manufacturers and automotive suppliers to invest around EUR 280 billion worldwide in research and development (R&D) alone, and further EUR 130 billion in converting their plants. Investments underline German automotive industry’s will to make transformation success story, Müller (VDA) said
February 24, 2025 | 04:07pm CETflashread more
Aures Holdings sold 8,363 used vehicles in January (+5.2%) at AAA Auto, Mototechna, Auto Diskont car centers. BEV sales reached record 112 units (Top 3: Tesla Model 3, BMW i3, Volkswagen e-Golf). Company increased number of cars and vans on offer to 19,000, preparing to open smaller buying branches to ensure sufficient sourcing to meet sales plan of 120,000 vehicles in 2025 (+10%)
February 21, 2025 | 12:26pm CETflashread more
ESG: Constellium (manufacturer of aluminum products for automotive industry, other industries with 12,000 employees in Europe, North America, Asia; revenues of EUR 7.3 billion in 2024) stopped using coal, testing replacing natural gas with hydrogen. Company recently completed its first industrial-scale casting using hydrogen combustion at C-Tec R&D center in Voreppe, France. Constellium is involved in various projects aimed at advancing hydrogen technologies for industrial decarbonization, such as HyInHeat (Hydrogen technologies for decarbonization of industrial heating processes, project running in 2023-2026, funded by European Union/EU with budget of EUR 24 million, 30 partners including Toyota Motor Europe, ArcelorMittal, SSAB, Linde, Nippon Gases/Nippon Sanso). In addition to its focus on hydrogen, company is exploring alternative decarbonization technologies, including direct electrification solutions compatible with existing furnaces
February 21, 2025 | 12:19pm CETflashread more
Mobility & Innovation Production (manufacturer of electric, hydrogen city buses in Orechová Potôň, Slovakia) developed hydrogen-powered truck (FCEV) built on Ford F-Max platform from Ford Trucks (Refire Prisma XII+ 117kW fuel cell, Dana TM4 Sumo HV 2500 6-P 540kW electric motor, Eaton 4-speed transmission/gearbox, Durapower 122kWh traction battery with range of up to 120 km, CCS2 charging connector, 4x Nproxx 700 bar 12 kg hydrogen cylinders/tanks with range of 600-750 km, maximum permissible gross weight 45 tons, consumption of 8-9 kg H2/100 km). Integration of electric, hydrogen propulsion systems with on-board electronics ensured by Drabpol Automotive. M&I RH120R semi-trailer tractor is homologated according to EU regulations, with development tests and approvals assisted by TÜV Süd Czech (cooperation since 2020). As pilot, MIP to provide hydrogen trucks for testing in real operation to transport/logistics companies Metrans (Hamburger Hafen und Logistik AG/HHLA Group, electric trucks in fleet since 2022, climate neutrality target by 2040) and Waberer's (fleet of 2,800 diesel and HVO 100 vehicles, 25 electric and LNG vehicles)
February 19, 2025 | 02:56pm CETflashread more
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DXC Technology won orders from Škoda Auto, BMW
March 27, 2019 | 11:35pm CEToriginalExpansion of cooperation with Volkswagen Group, other automotive projects, participation in the Startup Autobahn innovation platform, digital transformation, cyber security, Industry 4.0 in the Box solution, upcoming DXC Digital Experience Lab in Slovakia…
read moreCars on Riverside 2018: Seven brands added, two dropped out compared to last year
August 30, 2018 | 03:24am CEToriginalThe second year should host over 100 cars and vans of 25 brands and 9 groups. Details, accompanying program, partner, estimated attendance of the first year...
read more2017 Prague Motor Show: 25 exhibitors presented 45 brands of cars, moped cars
October 8, 2017 | 11:53pm CEToriginalAmong them were dealers, manufacturers, independent dealers and car rentals. Other exhibitors, car novelties, test drives, Mini Autosalon for kids...
read moreCars on Riverside 2017: Organizer ensured three more brands and exhibition of energy company
August 31, 2017 | 02:36pm CEToriginalThese are a low cost, a non-premium and a premium brand. Inspiration for the exhibition in Prague, the course of negotiations not only with automakers, presented EVs…
read morePrague Car Festival 2017: Tuning car motor show to present production and electric vehicles again
August 28, 2017 | 11:28pm CEToriginalExhibitors including dealers, extensions of the exhibition area, costs, expected attendance, test drives, partners, balance sheet of the year 2016...
read more2017 Prague Motor Show: Central-Bohemian car exhibition to be held different moth than last year, place to remain the same
August 7, 2017 | 11:51pm CEToriginalThe date after the Frankfurt Motor Show, exhibitors and brands, expected visiting rate, car novelties, test drives, tuning event, ticket price increase...
read moreOne manager left AutoMax Group
July 27, 2017 | 12:04am CEToriginalHis profile, position, further direction, successor, company profile and brands represented...
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 moreLegends 2017: Fourth year to be attended by more than 15 automakers and dealers again
June 7, 2017 | 11:40pm CEToriginalDate, main themes, exhibitors, presented brands, exhibits and their value, guests, partners, clubs, official car...
read moreEkoAuto 2017: 2nd annual green transport exhibition to be held in Czech Rep
April 7, 2017 | 01:15am CEToriginalThe location, dates, nomenclature, exhibitors, test drives, Skoda, Hyundai, Nissan, Smart and Tesla exhibits, nearly new CNG cars from Havex-Auto...
read moreAmper 2017: 25th year of fair to be attended by over 30 EVs and HEVs
March 20, 2017 | 11:00pm CEToriginalBesides cars, it will be vans, motorcycles, bicycles and scooters. The conferences, Toyota, Lexus, Nissan, VW, Audi, Volvo, Land Rover, Hyundai, Kia, BMW or Tesla cars at Amper Motion...
read moreCar of the Year 2017 in Czech Rep became Skoda Kodiaq
March 15, 2017 | 11:57pm CEToriginalPoint spacing of the finalists, delayed publication of the results, traditional and new secondary categories, the lack of nominations and evaluation of judges, sponsors, media partners...
read moreConference on CNG and LNG in transportation to be held in Czech Rep
February 19, 2017 | 11:37pm CEToriginalPart of the 10th year will be an exhibition of companies from the NGV field. Date, program, participation fee, speakers from Audi, Porsche Holding, Ernst & Young, UAMK, AutoSAP or CPS...
read moreVolvo Trucks expects 6,000 trained drivers in Central and Southeastern Europe in 2016
December 29, 2016 | 11:57pm CEToriginalThe situation in the Czech Republic, the success of regional trainers, the victory of a Czech in the 5th year of the Drivers’ Fuel Challenge, partners, Dynafleet FMS system, Volvo Concept Truck...
read moreInnogy agreed on cooperation with another network of filling stations in Czech Rep
December 20, 2016 | 11:57pm CEToriginalIt is not going to install new CNG filling machines only in the Benzina network. Partner, timing, the new generation of filling stations, locations, nonstop refuelling with a payment terminal...
read moreKaplan: Innogy to expand CNG stations network in Czech Rep by 50% in 2017
December 18, 2016 | 09:43pm CEToriginalPlanned investments, new filling machines in 2016, collaboration with Benzina, a new Innogy brand for part of the RWE activities...
read moreSome towns and regions in Czech Rep welcome subsidies for green cars and vans
November 24, 2016 | 02:57am CEToriginalThe subjects concerned in Pilsen, Karlovy Vary, Usti, Liberec and Moravian-Silesian Regions, exchange of a hybrid for a petrol car, details...
read moreTransport Expo 2016: 11 commercial vehicle brands, including Hyundai, to join 1st year
November 21, 2016 | 12:07am CEToriginalOverall, the fair will present more than 40 exhibitors. New participating companies and institutions...
read moreTransport Expo 2016: 10 commercial vehicle brands to be present at first year
November 15, 2016 | 02:55am CEToriginalOverall, the fair will present more than 30 exhibitors, including importers, dealers, leasing companies, insurance companies and other firms. Partners, the possibility of free admission...
read moreCar of the Year 2017 in Czech Rep: Nomination of cars newly conditioned by carmakers’ contributions
November 2, 2016 | 01:39am CEToriginalThe amount of contributions, the missing brands in the nomination, allocation of finances, promotions plan, awards ceremony, new sponsors...
read moreCar of the Year 2017 in Czech Rep: Less nominations, fewer jurors, lower prizes
October 30, 2016 | 11:48pm CEToriginalRenault, Kia, Toyota, Ford and Suzuki have most representatives in the nomination. New concept of the poll under new organizers, SMS competition, sponsors...
read more2016 Nitra Motor Show: Exhibitors present over 20 car brands
October 14, 2016 | 03:52am CEToriginalThe companies and brands, indoor and outdoor exhibitions, concept, entertainment, patronage, prices, tickets draw, the balance of 2015...
read moreAutodrom Most expanded cooperation with Kia
September 21, 2016 | 11:42pm CEToriginalCompany fleet recovery, bee for future racers The Most Racing Academy, tire service centre, charger for electric vehicles, driver training for integrated rescue system...
read more2016 Prague Motor Show: Decrease of 10 brands compared to last year, Chatenet added
September 19, 2016 | 10:59pm CEToriginalThe vast majority of brands will be presented by dealers. Central Bohemia exhibition will also be attended by companies from the aftermarket. EkoAuto Fair, expected attendance...
read morePrague Car Festival 2016: Exhibition of tuning cars to also show serial vehicles and EVs
September 1, 2016 | 11:53pm CEToriginalExhibitors, including dealers, expansion of the exhibition area, Gas & Electric Car Festival, lectures, test drives, partners, expected attendance, the balance of 2015...
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