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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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EXPECTED DEVELOPMENT IN AUTOMOTIVE: TPCA to reduce production by 14% in 2010
October 21, 2010 | 03:12am CEToriginalThe JV factory in Kolin introduced Saturday non-production shifts, extended tact time of the production line, release part of agency staff. Details of measures...
read moreBrand new small BMW models and new generation Mini to get hybrid drive
October 20, 2010 | 02:07am CEToriginalPSA Peugeot Citroen is going to become a partner in developing, manufacturing and purchasing of components. The prepared platform for small BMW cars is likely to be utilized by Saab...
read moreSkoda Auto to significantly increase global sales in 2010, perhaps by up to 770,000 cars
October 20, 2010 | 01:43am CEToriginalSales grew by 9.8% in September and it was the best month in history. In Q1-3 car sales went up by 12.8%. High demand for the GreenLine cars in the Netherlands...
read moreCar production in Czech Rep up by 13% in Q1-3, should grow in coming years
October 20, 2010 | 01:26am CEToriginalSkoda Auto increased production by 7.1%, Hyundai by 84.4%, Avia by 59.8% and Tatra by 5.9%. On the contrary, TPCA, SOR, Iveco and Tedom decreased production. Estimates of PwC, KPMG, TPCA...
read moreCzech Top 100: CSOB Leasing became largest leasing company in Czech Rep in 2009, Kooperativa largest non-life insurance company
October 20, 2010 | 01:02am CEToriginalOther places also belong to companies financing and insuring motor vehicles. Details of the chart...
read moreFord holds winter service offer in Czech Rep by end of the year
October 20, 2010 | 12:35am CEToriginalThe offer includes car inspection and advantageous offer of complete winter wheels. The scope and price of the inspection varies for each dealer…
read moreChamber of Deputies received second draft of act on compulsory contributions from damage liability for firefighters
October 20, 2010 | 12:21am CEToriginalThe Central Bohemia region submitted it, the previous is a work of the Pardubice Region. Parameters of both proposals and views of interested parties...
read mores Autoleasing expanded offer of accommodation card to financing contract on EUR 50 voucher
October 20, 2010 | 12:10am CEToriginalCompared to the accommodation card, the voucher can be used once only. This special offer has addressed several thousand clients since March...
read moreGeely lost interest in Opel plant in Antwerp, to be closed
October 19, 2010 | 11:56pm CEToriginalOpel will now focus on finding subjects interested in buying the factory site for other purposes...
read moreLotus finalizes preparations to enter Czech Rep, chose local partner
October 19, 2010 | 04:35am CEToriginalThe carmaker will launch a new model onto the market each year and will enter the segment of four-door coupes and possibly city electric cars...
read moreAAA Auto’s monthly sales slightly fall in Czech Rep in recent two months, continually grow in Slovakia since January
October 19, 2010 | 03:48am CEToriginalThe company increased sales by 15.2% in Q3, by 2.6% in Q1-3. The company will probably meet its full-year plan...
read moreCzech Top 100: Revenues of TPCA, Lucas Variety, Denso and Dura Automotive up in 2009
October 19, 2010 | 03:26am CEToriginalSome companies experienced a slight decline in turnover, some in the tens of per cent. Details of a chart of revenues and exports of manufacturing and sales companies...
read moreSAIC wants to deepen cooperation with GM by acquisition of its shares
October 19, 2010 | 12:11am CEToriginalSAIC Motor is considering participation in General Motors’ IPO, which is expected in 2010...
read moreRenault Group significantly exceeding sales plans in Czech Rep in 2010
October 18, 2010 | 03:03am CEToriginalWhile at the beginning of the year the carmaker expected a slight decrease, in Q1-3 it recorded double-digit growth. Registrations, sales, product news, estimates...
read moreVolkswagen’s first step to cut Skoda brand back to be limited equipment of its cars
October 18, 2010 | 02:47am CEToriginalSome elements will disappear; some will be moved to the optional equipment. At the same time, prices of Skoda cars are going to fall. Features, models, dates...
read moreSuzuki to recall over 90,000 cars in Japan, action to be possibly spread abroad
October 18, 2010 | 02:34am CEToriginalThe reason is a possible defect on the door mirrors, which can be released. The affected models and years of production...
read moreDekra proposed surveillance cameras at MOT stations in Czech Rep
October 18, 2010 | 02:29am CEToriginalThey would be connected to the information system of the Ministry of Transport. Dekra’s network currently involves 86% of MOT stations in the Czech Republic, the rest...
read moreJaguar Land Rover abandoned plans to close one of Britain-based factories
October 18, 2010 | 12:51am CEToriginalIt is caused by the sales growth, which means the creation of new jobs. Sales in September, the agreed wages increase, the recruitment of staff...
read moreFord possibly aiming to reduce stake in Mazda
October 18, 2010 | 12:39am CEToriginalOf the current 11% Ford plans to cut the share below 3%. Potential candidates, share’s value, term of decisions...
read moreVolkswagen sales rose by 7.9% in September, by 12.7% in Q1-3
October 18, 2010 | 12:29am CEToriginalFor the full year of 2010 the carmaker expects record sales. In September, Skoda saw record monthly sales. Results of the individual group brands...
read moreKia Open Days/Service Days: Venga’s day-rental, favoured winter inspection
October 18, 2010 | 12:16am CEToriginalThe event will again take place in the dealer network for 10 days. When presenting a coupon, the car owner gets a 75% discount for the inspection...
read moreCar magazine Z1 Auto replaced by new show AutoDrive after a year
October 18, 2010 | 12:09am CEToriginalThis is the second media activity of the company NewsDrive, which has been providing the automobile video server Autotelevize.cz since 2008. Details on the AutoDrive...
read moreCar sales in EU continues to decline due to scrap bonus, though growing in most countries
October 17, 2010 | 11:56pm CEToriginalHowever, the major European markets have been forfeiting. Sales declined by 9.6% in September, by 4.3% in Q1-3. Results of Volkswagen and Skoda...
read moreCitroen supports introduction of new generation C3 by free rentals for one day in Czech Rep
October 17, 2010 | 11:47pm CEToriginalThere are 60 cars available in the dealer network. Over three months, the opportunity to test the new Citroen C3 was utilized by...
read moreVosicky (Hyundai): Number of official importers re-export new cars registered in Czech Rep
October 15, 2010 | 04:19am CEToriginalThey seek to meet the business plans, at the same time to sell cars and preferably at a higher price. However, this distorts Czech statistics of registrations. Average re-exports and by individual brands...
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