Published:28.09.2026
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Czech Car Production Keeps Growing Despite Summer Shutdowns

Czech carmakers produced nearly 967,000 passenger vehicles in the first eight months of 2026, marking a 1.4 % year-on-year increase despite the traditional summer factory shutdowns.

The Czech automotive industry continued to expand over the summer, with 186,500 passenger cars rolling off production lines in July and August alone. Electrified vehicles were a major driver of growth, with their production jumping 27 % year-on-year to 401,600 units. Škoda Auto led domestic production with 648,393 vehicles, up 6.2 %. The figures highlight the continued importance of the automotive sector to Czech industry, while also pointing to a rapid shift towards hybrid and electric vehicles.

Source: Czech Automotive Industry Association

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