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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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KYB wants to build second plant in Czech Rep
August 3, 2012 | 03:54am CEToriginalThe company has thus decided to expand within two countries in Europe. Location, products, production volume, HR, timing, customers...
read moreRene Skucek left Mazda after three years
August 3, 2012 | 03:48am CEToriginalIn the Czech and Slovak representation he worked as Marketing Manager. His successor, the new job of Skucek...
read moreToyota Motor recalls 1.5 million cars
August 3, 2012 | 03:44am CEToriginalThe corrective action applies to Europe, too. The reason, affected Toyota and Lexus models, years of production...
read moreCar sales in Germany fell by 5% in July
August 3, 2012 | 03:41am CEToriginalSales volume has been at the level of 2011 over the last seven months. Orders, sales in France and Spain...
read moreNumber of orders for new VW, Audi and Seat cars grew by 10% in Czech Rep in H1
August 2, 2012 | 12:44am CEToriginalRenaming a distributor from Import Volkswagen Group to Porsche Czech Republic within the carmaker Volkswagen, the current dealer network...
read moreSkoda continues with summer testing roadshow in Czech Rep in 2012
August 2, 2012 | 12:35am CEToriginalIt has grown in number of locations and duration of the event compared to Summer Skoda Park in 2011. Competition for Skoda Citigo cars including fuel, locations...
read moredTest: AAA Auto breaks law when offering financing of used cars
August 2, 2012 | 12:29am CEToriginalProviding pre-contractual information in advance, contribution to holiday or cash when taking a credit, the opinion of MPO, the reaction of AAA Auto...
read moreSixt restored all Seat vehicles in car rental fleet in Czech Rep in 2012
August 2, 2012 | 12:22am CEToriginalModels, numbers, body styles, engines, equipment, supplier-dealer...
read moreInsurers: Damage liability in Czech Rep with prices at minimum, has to go up
August 2, 2012 | 12:09am CEToriginalThis is due to constantly rising costs of damage. Statements of the largest insurance companies, the outlook of internet grader Ceskepojisteni.cz, the struggle for Direct clients...
read moreSkoda Auto appointed new director of marketing and strategy for Czech Rep
August 1, 2012 | 04:25am CEToriginalThe successor to Martin Lauer came from telecommunications company...
read moreVolkswagen introduced alternative spare parts series and fixed repair prices for older cars in Czech Rep
August 1, 2012 | 04:19am CEToriginalVW thus follows the Seat brand, which has been offering Economy parts already. Cheaper maintenance and repairs, the current offer of Economy parts…
read moreDaimler recalls 7,200 buses for repairs
August 1, 2012 | 04:04am CEToriginalIt has probably been the first reported recall action on buses in recent years. The reason, the affected Mercedes-Benz and Setra models, sales in 2011...
read moreSkoda Auto intends to build another transit shed in Czech Rep
August 1, 2012 | 03:49am CEToriginalThe reason is the lack of capacity of the terminal in Mlada Boleslav. Related tender, volume requirements, possible location...
read moreOpel marketing head Thomas Owsianski to reportedly join Skoda Auto
July 31, 2012 | 04:24am CEToriginalRelocation of Alfred Rieck from Volkswagen to Opel, Martin Lauer’s leaving from Skoda Auto...
read moreSonavox expands in Europe, to build second plant in Czech Rep
July 31, 2012 | 04:10am CEToriginalLocation of a new plant, start of construction and production, HR, European OEM customers of the Chinese manufacturer of car audio solutions...
read moreArval created new position in technical department in Czech Rep
July 31, 2012 | 04:06am CEToriginalStepan Richter became Procurement Manager at Arval CZ, previously working in a credit company...
read moreMercedes-Benz received over 1,400 orders for passenger cars in Czech Rep in H1
July 31, 2012 | 03:51am CEToriginalSales in June, registrations, interest in convertibles and new A-Class and B-Class models, special offer of 4x4 free of charge...
read moreGM Marketing Director Joel Ewanick resigned
July 31, 2012 | 03:45am CEToriginalThe reason is reportedly the sponsorship agreement between Chevrolet and Manchester United. Design head of Buick and GMC brands leaves as well...
read moreNissan agreed with Renault on use of its training centre in Prague, Czech Rep
July 30, 2012 | 06:08am CEToriginalAfter Poland it is further decentralization of training of dealer network in Central Europe. The cooperation has so far concerned service, Nissan is considering...
read moreVolkswagen asked Fiat chief to leave head of ACEA
July 30, 2012 | 05:58am CEToriginalThe reason is Sergio Marchionne’s statement that Volkswagen had ruthless pricing strategy. EC response...
read moreSulzbacher to build new Mercedes-Benz showroom in Czech Rep
July 27, 2012 | 06:19am CEToriginalLocation, activities of the Sulzbacher Group in the Czech Republic and Austria, the annual new car sales on the Czech market, the merger of subsidiaries...
read moreCzech registry includes 500,000 errors about car owners
July 27, 2012 | 06:02am CEToriginalOther problems include faulty license plates and duplicate VIN codes. The database functionality, the political level...
read moreBMW began offering operating lease for private persons in Czech Rep
July 26, 2012 | 04:53am CEToriginalRelated special offer within the BMW Financial Services, the possibilities of long-term lease, the monthly payment from CZK 9,999...
read moreFrance unveiled new plan to support automobile sector
July 26, 2012 | 04:43am CEToriginalIncreased funding for the purchase of EVs and HEVs, loans to automotive suppliers, ecological cars in government...
read moreALD Automotive to lease 40 Kia cars to Comfort Energy
July 25, 2012 | 12:17am CEToriginalModels and numbers, parameters of operating leases, GPS monitoring of corporate cars, cooperation of Kia Motors and ALD Automotive in Europe...
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