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JATO Dynamics: Dacia Sandero (22,014 registered vehicles, +8%) was best-selling car in Europe (28 countries) in November, followed by Tesla Model Y (17,654, +1%), Volkswagen Golf (17,530, +11%), Renault Clio (17,213, +7%), Peugeot 208 (16,798, +43%), VW T-Roc (16,581, +18%), Toyota Yaris Cross (16,442, +7%), VW Tiguan (16,116, +52%), Toyota Yaris (15,356, +20%) and Dacia Duster (14,052, +15%). Overall market down by 1.7% to 1.05 million, led by Volkswagen, Toyota, Škoda, BMW, Mercedes, Renault, Peugeot, Audi, Dacia and Kia
December 23, 2024 | 06:45pm CETflashread more
Czech Insurance Association: Martin Diviš (Kooperativa) re-elected as president of ČAP for next two years, Roman Juráš (Generali Česká pojišťovna) and Dušan Quis (Allianz) as vice-presidents. Nine-member presidium to be completed by Rastislav Havran (Uniqa), Jiří Střelický (ČSOB Pojišťovna), Yoram Schwarz (NN), Pavel Wiesner (Česká podnikatelská pojišťovna/ČPP), Dominik Štros (Colonnade Insurance), Libor Dvořák (ERV Evropská pojišťovna)
December 20, 2024 | 05:41pm CETflashread more
ACEA: New car registrations in EU down by 1.9% in November (Volkswagen +4.1%; Stellantis -10.1%; Renault +8.3%; Toyota +17.3%; Hyundai -13.4%; BMW -6.5%; Mercedes-Benz -0.6%; Ford -8%; Volvo Cars +13.3%; Tesla -40.9%; Nissan -18.1%; Suzuki -0.02%; SAIC -7.8%; Mazda -14.7%; Jaguar Land Rover -7.1%; Mitsubishi -24.2%; Honda -18%), individual fuel/power types successful differently (BEV -9.5%, PHEV -8.8%, HEV+MHEV +18.5%, FCEV+NGV/CNG+LPG+biofuel/ethanol -10.1%, petrol -7.8%, diesel -15.3%)
December 20, 2024 | 05:34pm CETflashread more
ESG: Thanks to support of Panattoni (developer, lessor of industrial, warehouse, office space for automotive, other firms in North America, Europe, Asia), racer David Pabiška (SP Moto Bohemia Racing Team, KTM 450 Rally motorcycle) to be first Czech in history to have his fuel emissions offset (through voluntary CO2IN/Amper Holding carbon credits certified by TÜV Nord Czech in amount corresponding to volume of fuel burned and emission factor according to 2024 DEFRA methodology) at Dakar Rally (January 3-17, 2025; Saudi Arabia). Although this only offsets fuel-related emissions (1,880 kg CO2, 800 liters), not total carbon footprint of participation in race, it is important step in effort to minimize impact of motorsport on environment, said Panattoni, aiming to achieve carbon neutrality by 2025
December 18, 2024 | 12:50pm CETflashread more
VDIK: German market for passenger electric vehicles (EVs) to fall by 18.6% to 570,000 units in 2024 (380,000 BEVs -27.5%, 190,000 PHEVs +8.1%; 2023: 699,943 BEVs+PHEVs). In 2025, sales of new rechargeable cars in Germany to increase by 37% to 780,000 (580,000 BEVs +52.6%, 200,000 PHEVs +5.3%), representing market share of 27% (20+7%). Unless framework conditions for electromobility improve, sales volume of battery electric vehicles in 2025 to remain at level of 2024, Labbé pointed out
December 16, 2024 | 12:47pm CETflashread more
Marušinec (ASEP, BatteryX, Elon Club): Batteries for electromobility experienced significant technological progress in recent years (chemistry: lithium-ion nickel-manganese-cobalt/LiNiMnCoO2/Li-ion NMC, capacity: 100 kWh, range: 600 km, lifespan: 20 years, price: CZK 250,000/EUR 10,000; lithium-iron-phosphate/LiFePO4/LFP, 80 kWh, 500 km, 30 years, CZK 170,000/EUR 6,800; sodium-ion/Na-ion, 75 kWh, 350 km, 40 years, CZK 50,000/EUR 2,000; lithium-sulfur/Li-S, 500 kWh, 2,500 km, 20 years, CZK 900,000/EUR 36,000). LFP makes comeback in vehicles, Li-S to likely find application in aeroplanes/aircraft, he added
December 16, 2024 | 12:40pm CETflashread more
ČSÚ: Car prices in Czechia up by 0.4% m/m in November, down by 0.8% y/y (new: +0.5%, +2.1%; used: +0.2%, -2.7%). Inflation (consumer price index/CPI) in related areas developed differently – motorcycles (-1.8%, -3.2%), spare parts and accessories (+0.2%, +4.8%), fuels and oils (+0.8%, -7.6%), maintenance and repairs / service works (+0.1%, +8.9%)
December 16, 2024 | 12:34pm CETflashread more
Dolák (Toyota dealer in Příbram, Písek, Tábor, České Budějovice and Pilsen, Czechia) suspended its intention to continue expanding its branch network in Western Bohemia, expanded service facilities in Pilsen. Company plans to build Lexus dealership in České Budějovice and completely new premises for Toyota brand, as existing showroom in České Vrbné is approaching capacity
December 12, 2024 | 12:58pm CETflashread more
VDIK: German commercial vehicle market to grow by 8.4% to 390,000 units in 2024 (2023: 359,689), of which 300,000 under 6 tonnes (+13%, 266,589) and 90,000 over 6 tons (-3%, 92,800). New van, truck sales in Germany to fall by 5.1% to 370,000 in 2025. Manufacturers developed zero-emission electric and hydrogen trucks that can be ordered and delivered. And many customers are interested in them. Unfortunately, framework conditions for freight ZEVs currently do not meet many expectations. Although there is CO2 surcharge on truck toll, which puts zero-emission trucks in better position than those with internal combustion engines (ICEs), there is lack of planning certainty, for example when it comes to electricity prices, Labbé said. VDIK will continue to advocate for effective government support for purchase of climate-friendly commercial vehicles in future, for example by reinvesting part of revenue from truck toll in transformation of road freight transport. Charging and hydrogen refueling infrastructure for heavy-duty electric trucks is still in its infancy and its construction must now gain momentum very quickly so as not to hinder spread of zero-emission trucks, she added
December 12, 2024 | 12:49pm CETflashread more
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Renault changed marketing director for Central Europe
February 5, 2013 | 12:09am CEToriginalThomas Cole went to the headquarters in Paris. The new head of marketing of the Renault and Dacia brands in the Czech Republic, Slovakia and Hungary became...
read moreDB Schenker to use CNG drive in Europe
February 5, 2013 | 12:01am CEToriginalTruck fleets of contract carriers, terminals with filling stations, timing, pilot projects in Austria and the Czech Republic...
read moreUniCredit Leasing acquired other partners in Czech Rep to finance not only transport machinery
February 4, 2013 | 11:45pm CEToriginalBoth in brand financing and its modification Commodity Line - Krone, Iveco, Kubota, Pottinger...
read moreFord introduced fixed prices of service inspections in Czech Rep
February 4, 2013 | 11:36pm CEToriginalThe affected models, price segmentation, service intervals, example, participating dealers, maintenance microsite...
read moreAgrotec began providing 3-year service contract for Kia Cee'd SW cars
February 4, 2013 | 11:31pm CEToriginalMileage restriction, profile of the automotive division in the Czech Republic, the expansion of Agrotec in Slovakia...
read morePetr Holic became new manager of Nissan's dealer network support in Czech Rep
February 4, 2013 | 11:17pm CEToriginalHe came to Nissan from the Czech representation of Opel. He replaced Jakub Plzak in the office, who left for...
read moreCredium prepared two offers with vouchers and favourable insurance in Czech Rep in Q1
February 4, 2013 | 11:09pm CEToriginalVouchers for products and services of dealers have four values based on the price of the car. Partner insurers, interest rates...
read moreNissan began offering service contracts in Czech Rep and Slovakia
February 4, 2013 | 03:22am CEToriginalOptions for 3-5 years, savings of maintenance costs, arrangement for new and used cars, benefits, exceptions...
read moreInvelt invests in modernization of its facilities in Czech Rep
February 4, 2013 | 03:18am CEToriginalThe company has expanded its BMW showroom in Pilsen and prepares modernization of BMW, Mini and Alpina complex in Prague. Sales growth in 2012...
read moreDB Schenker to build new logistics terminal in Czech Rep
February 4, 2013 | 03:12am CEToriginalLocation, the amount of investment, timing, parameters, a large number of gates, HR, suppliers, solar technology, a CNG station...
read moreKia began offering brand insurance in Czech Rep
February 4, 2013 | 03:07am CEToriginalPartners of the project Kia Insurance 7, seven components including a spare car for the duration of warranty repairs, participation insurance Coin, parameters and rates/prices...
read moreSkoda Auto to temporarily stop production in Kvasiny
February 4, 2013 | 03:00am CEToriginalThe reason is to prepare for the production start of new and facelifted models. Term of the shutdown, the number of non-produced cars...
read moreHonda merged national distributors of cars and motorcycles into one company in Europe
February 4, 2013 | 02:50am CEToriginalHonda Motor Europe will act in different countries through organizational units. Cross-border mergers of importers, administration streamlining, HR...
read moreDaimler to buy 12% stake in BAIC Motor
February 4, 2013 | 02:43am CEToriginalIt is the first foreign carmaker to enter the Chinese auto maker. The value of the transaction, exchange of shares in joint ventures, forthcoming IPO of BAIC Motor...
read moreSDA: Nissan Motor, Jaguar Land Rover and BMW Group grew most in Czech Rep in 2012
January 31, 2013 | 11:22pm CEToriginalOn the contrary, carmakers Mitsubishi, Suzuki and Renault Group failed. The results of registrations of all carmakers and brands...
read moreKia tested factory LPG drive in Europe, now began offering conversions
January 31, 2013 | 11:11pm CEToriginalPartner in the Czech Republic, offered models, affected engine, warranty, price of the conversions, return on investment, benefits of the LPG drive...
read moreAuto Jarov defended 2011 results in 2012
January 31, 2013 | 11:04pm CEToriginalThe shift of demand from new to used cars, strong growth in sales of Honda brand, interest in servicing...
read moreAutobond wants to increase sales in 2013
January 31, 2013 | 10:55pm CEToriginalThe intention may be implemented thanks to the new and reconstructed premises in Prague and Ostrava. Results in 2012, defending the primacy of Kia and Suzuki brands...
read moreKarl-Thomas Neumann to become Opel's new head
January 31, 2013 | 10:47pm CEToriginalThe carmaker will thus have a regular CEO after three quarters of the year. Neumann came from Volkswagen...
read moreScania to reduce production and cancel hundreds of jobs in Europe
January 31, 2013 | 10:36pm CEToriginalTiming, HR, decline of profit in Q4 2012, increase in orders from Latin America, sale of trailer trucks in Europe in 2012 according to the statistics of ACEA…
read moreFord began offering credit with service contract included in price in Czech Rep
January 31, 2013 | 12:40am CEToriginalThe package also includes an extended warranty, full insurance and assistance. Parameters of the All-in credit, the affected models, options, example...
read moreVolkswagen to restrict production of Passat cars in Germany again
January 31, 2013 | 12:30am CEToriginalThe reason is the uncertainty in the European markets. Dates of shutdowns in February and March, the current daily production in Emden...
read moreCar sales in Russia up by 10.6% in 2012
January 31, 2013 | 12:13am CEToriginalSkoda grew faster when it increased its sales by a third. Results in December, AEB’s estimate for 2013...
read morePhilippe Saillard to go east within Nissan
January 29, 2013 | 11:37pm CEToriginalNissan’s new Managing Director for Central Europe (Czech Republic, Slovakia, Poland, Hungary) will be Andrey Akifiev, who comes from...
read moreCzech Post to expand CNG fleet with more Iveco vehicles
January 29, 2013 | 11:27pm CEToriginalSize of the fleet with this alternative drive will therefore come close to 500 units. Details of the last tender, potential for further recovery...
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