Automotive
Updates on production, innovation and investment in Slovakia's largest industry: automobile manufacturing
Slovakia misses out on key VW electric car investment
Volkswagen chooses Portugal over Bratislava for its cheapest EV, sparking concerns over Slovakiaās investment appeal.
Hundreds of people ousted from Bratislavaās Volkswagen
The current turmoil has nothing to do with US tariffs, but one brand is in trouble.
Chinaās answer to Tesla has landed in Slovakia
BYD plans a rapid expansion in the country.
Investors may turn away as Slovakia becomes the most expensive country in the region, industry sector warns
Well-paid experts cost more, earn less than in the Czech Republic.
KoŔice emerges as a possible hub for Polestar manufacturing in Europe
Speculation mounts over Polestar 7 production in Slovakia as Chinese-backed EV brand seeks to navigate EU tariffs.
If introduced, US tariffs would hit Slovakia significantly
Automotive industry would be affected the most. Ā
Results of automotive sector still resonate. This may change in following years Ā Ā
Car production in 2024 decreased, but only due to preparation for production of new models.
In the driving seat to close the e-mobility gap with China
TrenÄĆn Technology Center at Adient Slovakia has become a European leader in car seat development.
Car industry faces challenges transitioning to e-mobility
Number of electric cars driving Slovak roads only slowly increasing.
Trumpās tariff plans pose threat to Slovakiaās car industry
The sector could be severely impacted if Trump extends tariffs to Europe, reports a US news website.
Slovakia debuts its first hydrogen truck at motor racing facility
The truck has a range of up to 750 km per top-up.
Slovakia in the running as French-Chinese carmaker shifts SUV production plans
Poland dropped from Leapmotor B10 production plans, writes Reuters.
Patrik KrižanskĆ½: E-mobility is not all e-cars and charging stations
SEVA chief sees the transition to electric vehicles as inevitable.
News digest: Shift reductions at Volkswagen prompt union concerns
The culture minister will face a vote of no confidence, and Bratislava will celebrate photography.
As Europe revamps winter tire rules, Slovakia keeps its status quo
While Europe pushes for stricter standards, drivers in Slovakia can breathe a sigh of reliefāat least for nowāas old rules still apply.
Hyundai Mobis to build electric car component plant in Slovakia
In a major boost for the region, South Korean auto parts giant Hyundai Mobis plans to create 281 jobs in NovƔky after the local coal mine closure.
Up to 320,000 uninsured vehicles roaming free. Could Czech model save Slovakia?
A failure to effectively enforce penalties is the root of the problem.
How Onsemiās new lab is shaping the future of power
The high-tech lab pushes e-car range and renewable energy to new heights.
New reactor in Mochovce already reflected in Slovak industryās statistics
Its launch returned SlovenskƩ ElektrƔrne to profit.
The school where girls fulfil their āmaleā dreams
Girls studying technical fields encourage other girls to do the same.
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