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Car sales in EU up by 4.7% in October

November 19, 2013 | 11:49pm CEToriginal
It was the second month of growth in a row. The increase in demand was seen by most of the major markets, including Slovakia. Toyota, Renault and Volkswagen, including Skoda Auto were doing well...
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BMW Group prepared special offer for financing with advantageous insurance and Christmas voucher in Czech Rep

November 19, 2013 | 11:36pm CEToriginal
Partners, content of the package BMW Insurance, rates, affected models, branded insurance also for cars purchased in cash...
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Nissan engaged two new managers in Czech Rep, among others, Marek Safarcik

November 18, 2013 | 11:56pm CEToriginal
Three personnel changes relating to fleet sales, dealer network and aftersales services. Details, rotation...
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TPCA strengthened recruiting capacities with two new personnel agencies

November 18, 2013 | 11:45pm CEToriginal
One of them also opened a branch office in Kolin. Their profiles and clients, starting salary and benefits at TPCA...
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4x4 Drive 2013: Exhibition of AWD vehicles to be held in Czech Rep for first time

November 18, 2013 | 11:30pm CEToriginal
The place, dates, nomenclature (SUV, off-road, crossover), simultaneous exhibitions, exhibitors (importers, dealers), brands and models...
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BMW launched presale of BMW i3 and BMW i8, Invelt receiving orders in Czech Rep

November 18, 2013 | 02:08am CEToriginal
The new trading system with agents, sales plan in 2014, service centres for EVs, warranties, service contracts, financing, insurance...
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Nexen Tire wants to double production of tires by 2018, plans to build factory in Europe

November 18, 2013 | 02:00am CEToriginal
Considered countries and locations in Central Europe, assistance of the agency CzechInvest, the investment, HR, current and projected volumes, clients...
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Nissan plans more dealerships for its Leaf EV in Czech Rep

November 18, 2013 | 01:53am CEToriginal
Cooperation with ABB, installation of fast charging stations, extended warranty on li-on batteries in Europe, the demand for the Leaf in the Czech Republic...
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Skoda Auto sales rose by 7.5 % in October

November 18, 2013 | 01:44am CEToriginal
The new October record, double-digit growth in Central and Western Europe, weak demand in RIC markets, interest in various models, positive development in orders...
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Car production in Czech Rep went up by 3% y/y in October

November 18, 2013 | 01:35am CEToriginal
Skoda Auto, Tatra, Iveco and SOR increased their production. The results of all manufacturers including Hyundai and TPCA, the results for 10 months, the improved 2013 outlook of PwC...
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Havex to build Skoda showroom according to new concept in Czech Rep

November 14, 2013 | 11:29pm CEToriginal
The city, parameters of the premises, car service, timing, competition in the region...
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TPCA prepares for production of new-generation mini cars

November 14, 2013 | 11:19pm CEToriginal
Temporary cessation of production, modernization of lines, replacement of technologies, amount of investments, recruitment of agency staff, the production plan for 2013...
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For Elektron Motion 2013: First e-mobility fair to be held in Czech Rep

November 14, 2013 | 11:12pm CEToriginal
Location, date, nomenclature (EVs, HEVs, infrastructure), accompanying program, simultaneous exhibitions, exhibitors...
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AutoBinck became Skoda dealer

November 13, 2013 | 11:24pm CEToriginal
It is the first brand of the Volkswagen Group in the company portfolio. Country, city, location and history of the Auto Palace showroom, results of the retail division in 2012...
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Admosphere: Some carmakers increase advertising investments in sales in Czech Rep, Ford doubled them

November 13, 2013 | 11:05pm CEToriginal
On the contrary, Kia has decreased advertising expenses by one third. Investments of carmakers/importers in Q1-3 2013, profitability...
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KOH-I-NOOR also plans to grow through acquisitions

November 13, 2013 | 10:54pm CEToriginal
Negotiations with the owners of the two companies, KOH-I-NOOR Ponas strategy in the near future, the upcoming production in Bulgaria...
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CSU: Car prices in Czech Rep remained flat m/m in October 2013

November 13, 2013 | 10:40pm CEToriginal
While the prices of new cars went up, used cars became cheaper. Prices of service works and spare parts decreased. Detailed data, the annual development...
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Auto Charouz makes big changes in car sales in Czech Rep

November 13, 2013 | 12:37am CEToriginal
These relate to more than 10 sites and most to Ford and Suzuki brands. Details, abandonment a dealership in one city...
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Olfin Car opened first Skoda dealership according to new concept in Czech Rep

November 13, 2013 | 12:28am CEToriginal
In fact, it is the second showroom of a new architectural design. Location of both sales and service centres...
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Ford introduced new concept for showrooms in Europe

November 13, 2013 | 12:09am CEToriginal
The first showroom in the Czech Republic, rebranding also because of the Vignale program, premium products and services, timing...
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Volkswagen offers discount on CNG vehicles and extended warranty for CZK 1 in Czech Rep

November 12, 2013 | 11:56pm CEToriginal
The amount of the Blue Bonus, CNG drive more advantageous than diesel already during purchase, 4-year warranty to selected models free of charge, the validity of both offers...
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Honda withdrew license to one dealer in Czech Rep, including service

November 12, 2013 | 12:24am CEToriginal
The dealer filed a complaint against the carmaker to the UOHS and a court action. The circumstances are unclear, but probably related to corruption. The company and the city, other released locations...
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Havex continues to expand in Czech Rep, entered other cities

November 12, 2013 | 12:06am CEToriginal
The company has expanded its network of Skoda dealerships and sub-dealerships to 12 locations. Affected companies and sites, business and financial results...
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Porsche E-Mobility: Porsche launches activities in e-mobility in Czech Rep

November 11, 2013 | 11:53pm CEToriginal
Charging stations at dealerships, the first plug-in model Panamera S E-Hybrid, mobile application Porsche Car Connect, other plug-in HEVs...
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Three executives of Hyundai resigned from office because of quality problems

November 11, 2013 | 11:45pm CEToriginal
The head of R&D Kwon Moon-sik is among them. The connection with recall actions, the fall in the ranking of quality by J.D. Power...
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