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Caravan Salon Düsseldorf 2024: FCA Germany/Stellantis (Fiat Professional, Peugeot, Citroën, Opel), Ford-Werke, Iveco Magirus, MAN Truck & Bus, Nissan Deutschland, Volkswagen Užitkové vozy, Erwin Hymer Group (Hymer, Bürstner, Carado, Dethleffs, Laika, LMC, Niesmann+Bischoff), Knaus Tabbert (Knaus, Tabbert, Morelo, T@B, Weinsberg), Rapido Group (Rapido, Dreamer, Westfalia), Adria Mobil, Carthago Reisemobilbau, Clever Mobile/Vans, Concorde Reisemobile, Etrusco, Fendt-Caravan, Frankia, Hobby Wohnwagenwerk, Temsa Motorlu (Stork Camper), as well as four companies from Czechia (Alukov, ARB Europe, EcoFlow Europe, Zambelli-Technik) to join 63rd fair for motorhomes, caravans, campervans in Düsseldorf, Germany (August 30 – September 8)
August 23, 2024 | 01:50pm CETflashread more
SMMT cut 2024 UK new car sales (registrations) outlook from 1,984,000 (+4.2%) to 1,968,000 (+3.4%), of which battery electric vehicles (BEVs) from 393,000 (+24.8%) to 364,000 (+15.6%), and 2025 forecast from 2,045,000 to 2,029,000, of which BEVs from 511,000 to 480,000
August 23, 2024 | 01:42pm CETflashread more
Raiffeisen-Leasing: Přemysl Beneš, former Commercial Director of movable assets financing, appointed as new Managing Director responsible for Front Office in Czechia. He replaced Alois Lanegger, who left management of company after more than 20 years. Vlastimil Sečkař, former Head of External Distribution Channels, became new Head of Equipment Financing
August 23, 2024 | 01:36pm CETflashread more
Co-owners (Jan Jakubec, Aleš Havlíček) and managers (Daniel Obrátil) of Auto Base (BMW service in Prague, Czechia) acquired DyCom Group (BMW, BMW Motorrad, Honda Motorcycles dealer in Karlovy Vary) from BoostCar (Roman Růžek), through new established company Jenišov 187 s.r.o.
August 21, 2024 | 12:32pm CETflashread more
ČSÚ: Car prices in Czechia up by 0.1% m/m in July, down by 1.3% y/y (new: +0.1%, +1.8%; used: +0.1%, -3.3%). Inflation (consumer price index/CPI) in related areas developed differently – motorcycles (+0.9%, +2.6%), spare parts and accessories (+0.8%, +5.3%), fuels and oils (+1.3%, +5.6%), maintenance and repairs / service works (+0.5%, +8.3%)
August 21, 2024 | 12:24pm CETflashread more
Onsemi signed 10-year agreement worth USD 1.9 billion (EUR 1.75 billion) to supply silicon carbide (SiC) semiconductor products to Vitesco Technologies to boost electrification technologies (especially for 800 V automotive applications). At same time, Vitesco to provide Onsemi with USD 250 million (EUR 230 million) investment in new production equipment, and two companies to collaborate to further optimize traction inverters and electric vehicle drives
August 21, 2024 | 12:16pm CETflashread more
Volkswagen Financial Services concluded almost 700 financing contracts in Czechia during four and half months since launch of Electromobility Guarantee program from NRB (National Development Bank, guarantee for loan and subsidy for battery or fuel cell electric vehicle and charging stations for companies and entrepreneurs). Greatest interest is in Škoda Enyaq Tour 50, followed by Volkswagen ID.7 Pro People. Average financed value is CZK 609,000 (EUR 24,170)
August 16, 2024 | 11:51am CETflashread more
GlobalData cut 2024 Western European new car sales outlook by 160,000 units from 11.74 million (+1.6%) to 11,58 million (+0.2%)
August 16, 2024 | 11:40am CETflashread more
National Development Bank (NRB) accepted 3,289 applications (for 3,532 vehicles) in Czechia during more than four and half months (20 weeks, March 18 – August 6) since launch of Electromobility Guarantee program (guarantee for loan and subsidy for battery or fuel cell electric vehicle and charging stations for companies and entrepreneurs). Bank concluded 2,663 guarantee contracts, approved another 164 applications, now assessing 436 applications, rejected several units of applications. Greatest interest is in Tesla cars (1,680 vehicles until July 24), followed by Volvo (373), Škoda (228), Volkswagen (210), BMW (161), MG (156), Hyundai (99), Kia (66), Mercedes (66), Toyota (58), Ford (42), Renault (36), BYD (33), Dacia (32), Fiat (28), Peugeot (25), Citroën (20), Nissan (17), Mini (13), Opel (12) and others (70). Of total volume of allocated resources (CZK 1.95 billion/EUR 79 million – CZK 1.65 billion for BEVs/FCEVs + CZK 300 million for chargers), 54% (CZK 1.05 billion/EUR 42 million) currently reserved
August 15, 2024 | 04:34pm CETflashread more
Onsemi signed strategic agreement with Volkswagen to supply semiconductors that enable complete electric vehicle traction inverter solution for VW’s next-generation platform family. In first step, Onsemi to deliver EliteSiC 1200 V silicon carbide (SiC) power modules for traction inverters
August 15, 2024 | 04:15pm CETflashread more
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PSA Peugeot Citroen continues to optimize distribution in Europe
October 10, 2014 | 01:04am CEToriginalThe company has appointed one head for all three brands (Peugeot, Citroen, DS) in Slovakia, while previously they were led by two managers. Details...
read moreIAC Group wants to build another plant in Czech Rep
October 9, 2014 | 11:48pm CEToriginalLocation, developer, plot size, new orders, products, HR, timing, resistance of part of local residents, clients in Europe...
read moreCode of Ethics: Hyundai Motor Czech intends to occupy released locations in half-year
October 9, 2014 | 11:34pm CEToriginalThe distributor has found new dealers for five cities, another 12 projects are in progress. Modernization of showrooms according to a new concept...
read moreMubea to invest over EUR 35 million in Czech Rep
October 9, 2014 | 11:11pm CEToriginalLocation of the company’s largest plant in the world, plot size, HR, products, R&D centre, responsibility for some global projects, clients...
read moreApollo Tyres to build plant in Eastern Europe
October 9, 2014 | 01:02am CEToriginalConsidered and confirmed location of the second European factory, amount of investment, capacity, HR, timing, products and brands, clients...
read moreGE Capital to enter lease financing in Czech Rep
October 8, 2014 | 10:53pm CEToriginalAcquisition of VB Leasing CZ by GE Money Bank, signing of the contract, permission of UOHS, completion of the transaction, expected price, the likely changes...
read moreGlobal Dealership Space Identity: Hyundai introduced new design concept for dealerships
October 8, 2014 | 10:35pm CEToriginalArchitecture of the showrooms, new colours, construction vs. adaptation, the first implementations on various continents, including Europe, timing...
read moreSynlab to change fleet in Czech Rep for CNG cars and EVs
October 7, 2014 | 11:21pm CEToriginalThe green vehicles will be leased by long-term partner LeasePlan. The brand and model, supplier-dealer, annual cost savings, fleet size...
read moreWitte Automotive expands in Central and Eastern Europe
October 7, 2014 | 10:55pm CEToriginalExpanding the production and development capacities in Bulgaria and the Czech Republic, locations, details of investment, HR, sales growth...
read morePSA Peugeot Citroen negotiates sale of one division
October 7, 2014 | 10:40pm CEToriginalThe subsidiary company, its products and business results, the amount of share, the offer including financial injection, the situation on the relevant market...
read moreSDA: New car registrations in Czech Rep up by 19.4% in September 2014
October 7, 2014 | 10:27pm CEToriginalGrowth was driven by the Hyundai, Ford, Volkswagen, Opel, Skoda, Mazda, Kia, Peugeot and Mitsubishi brands. A decrease in the van segment, growth of trucks...
read moreRaiffeisen-Leasing won first client for fleet management in Czech Rep
October 6, 2014 | 11:21pm CEToriginalThe IT company concerned, fleet size, brand and models, full-service leasing offer by Raiffeisen-Leasing, a position of the leasing company in Austria...
read moreLMC Automotive lowered 2014 car sales outlook in Western Europe
October 6, 2014 | 10:56pm CEToriginalThe existing and new estimate, development in September, 13th consecutive growth, uncertainties...
read moreShell changed model of lubricants and oils distribution
October 6, 2014 | 10:44pm CEToriginalDetails, the situation in Europe, the new distributor for the Czech Republic and Slovakia and its clients, shorten delivery times for retailers...
read moreMedea Research: Sales of new cars in Czech Rep up by 17.6% in September
October 5, 2014 | 11:56pm CEToriginalThe growth was driven by Hyundai, Opel, Volkswagen, Skoda, Mazda or Kia brands. BMW failed. The decrease in van segment, statistics by brands, models and segments...
read moreInternational Diesel Service established contactless fuel card for commercial vehicles
October 5, 2014 | 11:50pm CEToriginalImproving safety when refueling, availability of services in Europe and the Czech Republic, cooperation with Benzina, upcoming solutions with a pair of contactless cards...
read moreHyundai Extra Car: Hyundai launched new campaign for i30 estate in Czech Rep
October 5, 2014 | 11:41pm CEToriginalThe campaign highlights the development in Germany, production in the Czech Republic, a 5-year warranty, luggage space or equipment. TV spot...
read moreProSporty: Kooperativa introduced sports equipment insurance in Czech Rep
October 5, 2014 | 11:19pm CEToriginalIt is additional car insurance for cyclists and skiers. The scope of coverage, territorial force, participation, indemnity limit, prices, discount for Kooperativa clients...
read moreAAA Auto got another fine from Czech Trade Inspection
October 5, 2014 | 11:07pm CEToriginalReasons, the amount of the fine, company’s statement to the sanction, business results of Mototechna and Mototechna Premium concepts...
read moreWarren Buffett entering car sales
October 5, 2014 | 10:52pm CEToriginalHis company Berkshire Hathaway will buy the U.S. dealer group Van Tuyl Group and is looking for further acquisitions. Details...
read moreBrembo expands production in Czech Rep, faster than planned
October 2, 2014 | 11:53pm CEToriginalLocation, investments, new production capacity, developer, HR, high demand from premium brands, clients, other possible expansion...
read moreVolkswagen and Fiat threatened with lawsuit because of consumption data
October 2, 2014 | 11:35pm CEToriginalThe country, consumer organization, affected models, compensation sought, appeal to owners to join the lawsuit, activities of the European Commission...
read moreCar sales in Germany up by 5% in September
October 2, 2014 | 11:19pm CEToriginalThe return to growth after the August decline, results in Q1-3, production and export, development in France, Italy and Spain...
read moreSeat Ole: Seat began offering operating lease for consumers in Czech Rep
October 1, 2014 | 11:43pm CEToriginalThe financial partner, the affected models including CNG cars, rental period, the mileage limit, the content of monthly payments of full-service leasing, prices...
read moreChamber of Deputies postponed mandatory car videos at MOT stations in Czech Rep
October 1, 2014 | 11:31pm CEToriginalThe introduction of license plates on request has also been postponed. The reasons, timing, the tender for the license plate manufacturer...
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