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Skoda Auto introduced new logistics concept with external interim storage facility in Czech Rep

February 12, 2013 | 01:15am CEToriginal
Logistics and IT partner, affected plants and models, suppliers and their components, the timing of implementation...
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CSU: Car prices in Czech Rep stagnated m/m in January

February 12, 2013 | 01:00am CEToriginal
While new cars became significantly cheaper, used cars became more expensive. Prices of servicing and spare parts also went up significantly. Detailed data...
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Volkswagen set up loyalty program for maintenance of cars and vans in Czech Rep

February 12, 2013 | 12:51am CEToriginal
Savings on services, parts and accessories through discount coupons, validity for both consumers and sole traders, the inspiration from Skoda...
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PSA Peugeot Citroen to limit production in Slovakia in March as well

February 12, 2013 | 12:43am CEToriginal
Shutdowns in the Trnava plant will be in the same range as in February. Reduced salary during shutdowns, details...
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EP approved the milder of proposals to reduce noise from car engines

February 12, 2013 | 12:38am CEToriginal
Existing and new limits, the horizon of effect, suspicion of the Porsche’s influencing of Czech Deputy Miroslav Ouzky...
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Fiat plans steep expansion of Maserati and Alfa Romeo brands

February 11, 2013 | 02:18am CEToriginal
The amount of investment, production in Turin, expansion through Chrysler in the U.S., sales plans, new Maserati and Alfa Romeo models, prices...
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Nissan to finally invest EUR 130 million in Barcelona, it agreed with unions to reduce wages

February 11, 2013 | 02:05am CEToriginal
Threat of disinvestment in Spain has thus take effect. The new model, HR, production volume, gearboxes for EVs...
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Kia launched another purely local campaign in Czech Rep

February 11, 2013 | 01:58am CEToriginal
Author of the advertising campaign, affected models, connection to the previous rhymed campaign, the lack of outdoor...
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Unions rejected Skoda Auto’s first draft on new collective agreement

February 11, 2013 | 01:54am CEToriginal
The carmaker has proposed freezing the above-average wages in the Czech Republic and change the system of flexi accounts. Trade unions’ requirements...
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France might take stake in PSA Peugeot Citroen

February 11, 2013 | 01:49am CEToriginal
PSA has recently written off 28% of the carrying value of its factories and other assets, which will lead to loss deepening...
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Lula: Suzuki wants to maintain market share of 1.4% in Czech Rep in coming years

February 7, 2013 | 11:24pm CEToriginal
Results in 2012, the prepared S-Cross model, cooperation with winter resorts, expanding dealer network, service program for older cars...
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Nissan recorded sales decline in Central Europe in 2012, brand's market share stagnated

February 7, 2013 | 11:07pm CEToriginal
The overall market in the region, including the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Poland and Hungary, also fell slightly. Detailed data...
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Thirty-nine HEVs and three EVs registered in Czech Rep in January

February 7, 2013 | 10:59pm CEToriginal
Demand for hybrids has more than doubled in the y/y comparison, mainly due to the Japanese brands. There is also a growing interest even in electric cars...
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Autobond plans to add another brand in two Czech cities

February 7, 2013 | 03:44am CEToriginal
Currently on-going investment will increase sales and service capacity of this dealer of six brands in six cities...
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DB Schenker gained new Automotive clients in Czech Rep

February 7, 2013 | 03:36am CEToriginal
The company has therefore broadened the portfolio of contracts for auto parts manufacturers. Projects for carmakers Volkswagen, Skoda and Ford, new halls for ESAB...
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Volkswagen allegedly approved production of Bentley SUV, production might take place in Slovakia

February 7, 2013 | 03:27am CEToriginal
Location, timing, group synergies, assembly, production volume, prices, next-generation SUVs from Volkswagen Group, Lamborghini Urus SUV...
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Generali won dispute with man who did not say driver’s name after accident in Czech Rep

February 7, 2013 | 03:18am CEToriginal
According to the court, car owners in similar cases cannot deny insurance companies information with reference to a close person...
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Opel registers over 20,000 orders for Adam

February 7, 2013 | 03:11am CEToriginal
Increase in orders in recent weeks, technologies and equipment, prices...
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Sales of new cars in Czech Rep fell by 6.6% in January, LCV sales by 27.2%

February 6, 2013 | 12:05am CEToriginal
The decline was tempered by Citroen, VW and Hyundai brands. Demand of consumers and firms, the results of brands, demand for trucks and buses...
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Vintr (UniCredit Leasing): Car financing in Czech Rep stagnated in 2012

February 5, 2013 | 11:53pm CEToriginal
Effect of re-exports, false sales and restoring of dealers; developments in the financing of trucks, machines and equipment...
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Tenza set aside foundry to independent company

February 5, 2013 | 11:45pm CEToriginal
Tenza Cast supplies 90% of its production to the automotive industry. Sales growth, production volume in Adamov plant, HR, clients...
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Auto Motol Beni prepared microsite for Ford cars for immediate delivery

February 5, 2013 | 11:33pm CEToriginal
The offer includes new stock, demonstration and used cars. Web site address, the number of cars offered by this Prague Ford dealer...
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Car sales in Germany down by 8.5% in January

February 5, 2013 | 11:17pm CEToriginal
Demand, however, could grow in the coming weeks due to recovery of the German economy. Discounts by manufacturers and dealers, the CAR index, sales in other European countries...
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Geely to buy manufacturer of London’s taxi cabs Manganese Bronze

February 5, 2013 | 10:54pm CEToriginal
The Chinese carmaker will take over Manganese Bronze in receivership by PwC. Transaction value, maintaining assembly in UK...
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Vosicky: Hyundai wants to grow in Czech Rep in 2013 faster than globally

February 5, 2013 | 12:16am CEToriginal
The brand intends to defend second place in sales, increase market share and the number of dealerships. Product novelties, an estimate of the development of the Czech market...
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