Czech Car Production Shows Mixed Signals Amidst EV Surge

Overall Output Dips, but Electric Vehicle Manufacturing Gains Momentum

The Czech Republic’s automotive industry presents a complex picture. While overall passenger car production decreased, electric vehicle manufacturing continues to grow, suggesting a shift in the market. This comes amidst changing consumer preferences and a global push towards greener transportation solutions.

Production Figures

Between January and May 2025, the production of passenger vehicles in the Czech Republic fell by 6.3% to 611,160 cars. However, in May alone, output saw an increase, reaching 120,292 cars. This represents a rise compared to the same month the previous year. The Association of Automotive Industry announced these figures.

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“The slight May revival on the European market is also obliged to produce domestic automakers whose total production deletes losses from the beginning of the year.”

— Association of Automotive Industry

The electric vehicle sector saw significant growth during this period. The Czech Republic’s automotive sector now aligns with global trends, with electric vehicle sales anticipated to make up around 15% of all new car registrations in the EU by 2025 (Source: ACEA).

Company Breakdown

Škoda Auto, the largest domestic car manufacturer, produced 391,823 cars in the initial five months, a 2.3% year-on-year drop. Yet, its May output increased by 7%. Electric car production reached 87,496 units, accounting for 22.3% of the brand’s total. Hyundai‘s plant in Nosovice produced 123,140 vehicles, 16.5% less than in the prior year.

In contrast, Toyota recorded a 7.2% decrease in output, producing 96,197 cars. The hybrid model Yaris Hev comprised over half of this production. Iveco Czech Republic saw a quarter increase, producing 2,139 buses. However, JAWA motorcycle production decreased by 38% to 295 motorcycles.