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The Extra Mile by Equip Auto 2024: Equip'Auto SAS to hold conference on automotive aftersales, services in Paris, France on October 16. Representatives of BMW Group, Renault Group, Stellantis, Continental Automotive, Forvia, Valeo, Allianz, Capgemini, Inovev, LKQ, Mobilians, Orsay Consulting, Solera, FIEV, FIGIEFA, France AutoTech, PFA to speak at event
October 11, 2024 | 10:57am CETflashread more
Floods in Czechia: Pillow Pojišťovna registered 589 claims (including 32 damaged vehicles) in expected volume of tens of millions of korunas (millions of euros) until September 20, 6:00pm. Insurance company estimates total number of damages from high water at less than 1,000
October 11, 2024 | 10:41am CETflashread more
Mondial de l'Auto Paris 2024: BMW Group (BMW, Mini, BMW Motorrad), Chery (Moke), Dongfeng (Forthing), GM (Cadillac), Renault Group (Renault, Renault Pro+, Dacia, Alpine, Mobilize), SAIC (Maxus), Seres/Huawei (AITO), Stellantis (Alfa Romeo, Citroën, Peugeot, Leapmotor), Volkswagen Group (VW, Audi, Škoda, Mobility Solutions), Aixam-Mega, BYD, Dangel, Delage, Devalliet, Devinci, Eon Motors, Ford, GAC, Hongqi, Iveco, Kia, Kilow, Ligier, Lormauto, Microlino, Pantore, PGO, Pilotcar, Skyworth, Softcar, Tesla, THK, XPeng, Automotive Cells Company (ACC), Alpitronic, AutoScout24, Crédit Agricole Personal Finance & Mobility, Cybex, Deloitte, Eaton, EDF, Ekoenergetyka, Engie, Forvia, Schneider Electric, STMicroelectronics, TotalEnergies, Valeo, Vinci Autoroutes, Xing Mobility to join Paris Motor Show in France (October 14-20)
October 10, 2024 | 12:26pm CETflashread more
ČSÚ: Car prices in Czechia down by 0.3% m/m in September, by 1.7% y/y (new: -0.1%, +1.6%; used: -0.4%, -3.9%). Inflation (consumer price index/CPI) in related areas developed differently – motorcycles (-0.1%, +0.0%), spare parts and accessories (+1.1%, +5.9%), fuels and oils (-4.8%, -11.2%), maintenance and repairs / service works (+0.2%, +8.5%)
October 10, 2024 | 12:12pm CETflashread more
National Development Bank (NRB) accepted applications for 4,686 electric vehicles (4,684 passenger cars, 2 trucks up to 4,25 tonnes), 1,937 charging stations (1,775 AC, 89 DC up to 40 kW, 71 DC above 40 kW) in Czechia during almost six months (26 weeks, March 18 – September 11) 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). Plan to subsidize 4,055 ZEVs and 1,500 charging points fulfilled ahead of time, we currently anticipate 6,000-7,000 supported vehicles and 2,200-2,300 charging points, Muřický (MPO) said
October 10, 2024 | 12:04pm CETflashread more
Trends in Insurance Industry of Czechia & Slovakia 2024: Conforum to hold 10th conference on Czech, Slovak insurance market in Prague, Czechia on October 24. Representatives of Colonnade Insurance, Kooperativa, ČPP (Česká podnikatelská pojišťovna), BNP Paribas Cardif, Uniqa, Slavia Pojišťovna, Pillow Pojišťovna, Deloitte, MF (Ministry of Finance of Czech Republic) to speak at event
October 9, 2024 | 11:47am CETflashread more
PwC revised 2024 Czech new car registrations forecast from 225,000-235,000 units (+2% to +6%, 2023: 221,422) to 225,000-227,000 units (+2% to +3%), based on development to date (Q1: +2.2%, Q2: +4.1%, Q3: +1.5%). Demand for cars is still affected by weaker economic growth. Currently, however, we are already observing gradual small improvements – in particular, decrease in inflation and interest rates together with moderate economic growth, Štefek said, adding that GDP in Q2 2024 increased by 0.6% y/y and stronger growth of Czech economy is expected as late as 2025 (2.7-2.8%)
October 9, 2024 | 11:38am CETflashread more
Expected development of automotive industry in Czech Republic and in world 2024: 21st automotive conference to take place in Brno, Czechia on October 23. Representatives of Škoda Auto, Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Czech, Stellantis Slovakia, Kia Slovakia, Tatra Trucks, SOR Libchavy, Valeo, Vitesco Technologies, Plastika, Fanuc, Adastra, Technodat, Dytron, Minerva, 3Dwiser/Admasys, Ekomaziva, Tedom Energie, KPMG, Accenture, Enovation, ČNB (Czech National Bank), ČEB (Czech Export Bank), EGAP (Export Guarantee and Insurance Corporation), MPO (Ministry of Industry and Trade of Czech Republic), Time & Space Ukraine to speak at event
October 8, 2024 | 08:57am CETflashread more
Atlas Copco acquired assets of Mont-Tech (manufacturer of assembly automation machines and systems with 27 employees in Brno, Czechia; customers: Cooper-Standard Automotive Czech Republic, Inergy Automotive Systems Slovakia/Plastic Omnium Auto Inergy Slovakia, ITW Pronovia, Adient Interiors, Adient Czech Republic, Siemens Elektromotory, Volkswagen Slovakia; revenues of EUR 3.5 million in 2023), integrating them into Motor Vehicle Industry (MVI) Tools and Assembly Systems division belonging to Industrial Technique business unit
October 8, 2024 | 08:52am CETflashread more
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AAA Auto organizing summer competition for Skoda Fabia in Czech Rep and Slovakia
July 8, 2010 | 12:55am CEToriginalCondition for the participation in the contest is to fill the registration form on the company’s website and right answers for simple questions. Number of Fabia cars in the offer…
read moreCommencement of motorbike taxi operation by Taxi Moto in Prague is delayed
July 8, 2010 | 12:50am CEToriginalThe Prague City Hall does not consider the external design of motorbikes as attractive. Prices, motorbikes’ fleet, service of the turtle-type, similar services abroad...
read moreVolkswagen to change Porsche CEO for its own manager
July 7, 2010 | 04:23am CEToriginalIt will be Matthias Muller as of October 1, who is now responsible for product strategy and planning at VW. Michael Macht will move to…
read moreDaimler recalls 2,589 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vans to service shops in USA
July 7, 2010 | 01:24am CEToriginalThe reason is the possible leakage of oil. These are probably cars still sold under the Dodge brand...
read moreReinhard Fleger to leave Skoda Auto after year
July 7, 2010 | 01:01am CEToriginalIn the position of sales and marketing director he will be replaced by Jurgen Stackmann, a long-time manager of Ford of Europe. Fleger will move to…
read moreToyota Motor recalls 270,000 Lexus and Toyota limousines to repair because of faulty engines
July 7, 2010 | 12:47am CEToriginalThe problem is caused by defective valve springs that can stop the engine during its operation. The recall covers models...
read moreJ.D. Power: Germans are satisfied with Mercedes-Benz cars the most
July 7, 2010 | 12:07am CEToriginalThe second place is divided into BMW and Dacia. The top five includes Mazda and Nissan. Czech brand Skoda ranked...
read moreNHTSA opened investigation into possible defect of 342,000 Mazda3 and BMW Z4 cars in USA
July 6, 2010 | 11:57pm CEToriginalThe U.S. office has received dozens of complaints relating to the power steering on both models. Number of affected vehicles, production series…
read moreGerman car production increased by 23% thanks to strong export in H1, export up by 44%
July 6, 2010 | 11:49pm CEToriginalBy contrast, sales on the German market dropped by 29% in H1 and by 26% in June. VDA outlook for H2 2010...
read moreMitsubishi wants to sell 30,000 ASX cars in Europe in 2010, 500 in Czech Rep and 200 in Slovakia
July 1, 2010 | 11:46pm CEToriginalDevelopment in the C-SUV/crossover segment, engines, start-stop, dual-clutch gearbox, equipment and prices, the boot action, warranty...
read moreVolkswagen expects sales growth in VW LCVs, Seat brand and used cars in Auto-plus program in Czech Rep in 2010
July 1, 2010 | 10:25pm CEToriginalResults of the brands VW, Audi and Seat in 2009, plans for 2010, the upcoming models VW Amarok and Audi A7...
read moreEurop Assistance: Electric cars, software repairs at distance and eCall to change field of automobile assistance
July 1, 2010 | 10:13pm CEToriginalCar warranties, according to the company, will penetrate into unauthorized networks, service contracts into the non-premium segment for an extra fee…
read moreOpel wants to increase market share in Czech Rep to 5% by 2013
July 1, 2010 | 09:57pm CEToriginalOptimized supply and reduced prices by up to CZK 20,000 should contribute to it. New prices from July 1, financing options...
read moreToyota Motor: 270,000 Toyota and Lexus cars may have defective engine, halting during operation
July 1, 2010 | 09:48pm CEToriginalOut of the troubled cars, the carmaker sold 90,000 in Japan and 180,000 abroad. Number of complaints in Japan, the disabled models...
read moreU.S. company Terrafugia to produce flying car
July 1, 2010 | 09:38pm CEToriginalThe company has obtained a license from the Federal Aviation Administration. Start of production, delivery date, speed of the car-plane, the price...
read moreVolkswagen to restore continuous production in Slovakia, enrolling 1,000 people
July 1, 2010 | 03:11am CEToriginalIt is a transitional measure, scheduled from September 2010 to mid-2011 due to the high demand for new models, VW Touareg and Porsche Cayenne...
read moreSkoda Electric plans to produce trolleybuses in Russia
July 1, 2010 | 02:52am CEToriginalThe company considers buying a factory as well as a joint venture. Planned production, revenues and orders in 2010...
read moreNew online project Vybermiauto.cz to offer cars catalogue, guidance and update tests
July 1, 2010 | 02:23am CEToriginalSimultaneously, it will enable a comparison of cars, offering possibility to address dealers in the Czech Republic. The portal has already contacted more than 1,000 dealers, results…
read moreAAA Auto majority owner Anthony Denny bought 1.1 million shares
July 1, 2010 | 02:10am CEToriginalHe has thus increased his share to 75.7%. Small shareholders will not see any changes regarding the acquisition, because…
read moreRenault recalls 695,000 Scenic cars to repair, of which 1,700 in Czech Rep
June 30, 2010 | 05:05am CEToriginalThe reason is a problem with the automatic parking brake, which can spontaneously activate during driving. These are the cars produced in years...
read moreCzech Hyundai plant showed loss of CZK 1.9 billion at revenues of CZK 36 billion in 2009
June 30, 2010 | 04:48am CEToriginalIn Q1 2010, the factory is already in profit of CZK 176 million at revenues of CZK 11.4 billion. Production outlook for 2010, third shift launching…
read moreMubea to triple production of automotive springs and stabilizers in Czech Rep
June 29, 2010 | 05:51am CEToriginalSimultaneously, the company will concentrate individual productions. To this end, the company will build a new production hall in Prostejov. Details of construction and productions, customers...
read moreAutobond to open Opel showroom in Plzen, service centre already started operation
June 29, 2010 | 05:43am CEToriginalAutobond is an Opel dealer since 2008, when the company started offering the brand in Karlovy Vary. The date of the Opel showroom opening in Plzen...
read moreAudi, BMW and Mercedes-Benz increasing number of shifts and reducing leave due to rising demand
June 29, 2010 | 05:20am CEToriginalAll these German manufacturers of luxury cars increased sales in May at a double-digit rate. Details of the measure and interest in separate models...
read moreGE Money Auto: Used car prices dropped by 20% y/y, in some cases by more than 30%
June 29, 2010 | 05:08am CEToriginalHowever, the used car dealers do not expect further drop in prices. Majority of people buy cars to CZK 150,000 using the funding...
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