Bosch (Robert Bosch GmbH) Germany Stefan Hartung (Chairman) -The Company is one of the world’s largest automotive suppliers, with approximately 490 subsidiaries and regional companies located across more than 60 countries. -The Company is organized into four business sectors: Mobility, Industrial Technology, Consumer Goods, and Energy and Building Technology. -The Mobility business sector is comprised of the following divisions: Divisions Ma...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2025/07/09

Germany - Flash report, Automotive sales volume ranking, 2024 (By maker, model, vehicle type) Flash report, Automotive sales volume, 2024 Jan. Feb. Mar. Apr. May Jun. Jul. Aug. Sep. Oct. Nov. Dec. Flash report, December 2024 Jan 7, 2025 *There are cases where recently released data and detailed information in the database do not match up for reasons including different information sources, and discrepancies between preliminary reports and confir...

Automotive Sales Data  Updated at: 2025/07/02

Germany - Flash report, Automotive sales volume, 2023 Flash report, Automotive sales volume, 2023 Jan. Feb. Mar. Apr. May Jun. Jul. Aug. Sep. Oct. Nov. Dec. Flash report, December 2023 Jan 5, 2024 *There are cases where recently released data and detailed information in the database do not match up for reasons including different information sources, and discrepancies between preliminary reports and confirmed data. German passenger car sales up ...

Automotive Sales Data  Updated at: 2025/06/04

Germany - Flash report, Automotive sales volume, 2022 Flash report, Automotive sales volume, 2022 Jan. Feb. Mar. Apr. May Jun. Jul. Aug. Sep. Oct. Nov. Dec. Flash report, Dec 2022 Jan 5, 2023 *There are cases where recently released data and detailed information in the database do not match up for reasons including different information sources, and discrepancies between preliminary reports and confirmed data.German passenger car sales up 1.1% i...

Automotive Sales Data  Updated at: 2025/06/04

Germany - Flash report, Automotive sales volume, 2021 Flash report, Automotive sales volume, 2021 Jan. Feb. Mar. Apr. May Jun. Jul. Aug. Sep. Oct. Nov. Dec. Flash report, December 2021 Jan 6, 2022 *There are cases where recently released data and detailed information in the database do not match up for reasons including different information sources, and discrepancies between preliminary reports and confirmed data. German passenger car sales dow...

Automotive Sales Data  Updated at: 2025/06/04

Germany - Flash report, Sales volume, 2020 Flash report, Sales volume, 2020 Jan. Feb. Mar. Apr. May Jun. Jul. Aug. Sep. Oct. Nov. Dec. Flash report, December 2020 12 Jan. 2021 *There are cases where recently released data and detailed information in the database do not match up for reasons including different information sources, and discrepancies between preliminary reports and confirmed data. German passenger car sales increase 9.9% in Decembe...

Automotive Sales Data  Updated at: 2025/06/04

Leopold Kostal GmbH & Co. KG Germany -A family-owned company based in Germany, the Company develops and produces electronic, electromechanical, and mechatronic products for automotive and industrial applications.-The Company is organized into 7 business divisions: Automotive Electrical Systems Manufactures mechatronic and electrical systems for the automotive industry Industrial Electronics Focuses on drive, electronic and photovoltaic syst...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2025/06/03

Volkswagen of South Africa (Pty) Ltd., Kariega Plant (formerly Uitenhage Plant) Polo, Polo Vivo (Hatchback), Polo GTI; A0 segment entry SUV (2027-planning) Engines EA111, Components VW's plant in South Africa, a plant of Volkswagen Group Africa (VWGA) - Number of Employees: 4,000 (as of Dec. 2024) - The company was established in 1946. The plant went into operation in 1951. VW South Africa Kariega plant aims for carbon neutrality by 2030 Volkswa...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/04/21

Ford South Africa, Silverton Assembly Plant Ford Ranger (2001-), Everest (2016-2022), Ranger Raptor (2019-2022), Ranger PHEV (2025-); Mazda BT-50 (-2015); Volkswagen Amarok (2023-); Wheels, Tires; Battery pack assembly (2025-); Ford's plant in South Africa - Total employees: 4,650 (As of 2024) - The plant went into operation in 1968. Ford solar array in Sout Africa reduces emission more than 20,000 tons per year Ford South Africa Ce...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/04/18

Bridgestone Corporation Japan Shuichi Ishibashi (Member of the Board, Global CEO and Representative Executive Officer) -Along with Goodyear and Michelin, the Company is one of the three major tire manufacturers in the world. The Company had a 13.3% market share of tires worldwide in 2023.-Overseas production accounted for 70% of the company's global tire production tonnage in 2024. Mid-term business plan (target for FY 2026) Operating income ta...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2025/04/18

Harman International Industries, Inc. USA Christian Sobottka (President and CEO) -The Company develops and manufactures connected car systems, audio and visual products, enterprise automation solutions, and connected services for a various markets including automotive market. -The Company operates its business through 4 solutions: Automotive, Digital Transformation, Lifestyle Audio, and Professional Solutions. -The company’s Automotive solution...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2025/04/15

Volkswagen Mexico, Puebla Plant VW MQB platform: Jetta, Jetta Hybrid (2012-), Golf SportWagen (-2019), Golf Alltrack (-2019), Golf (2014-2021)(2027-planning); Golf Estate (2027-planning), Tiguan (2017-)/Tayron, Tiguan Allspace (2018-), Taos SUV (2020-); EV model (2025-planning): Beetle (2011-2019), Beetle Cabriolet / Beetle Convertible for U.S. (-2019); Tiguan Limited (2017-2018); Bora (2013-2014); Medium, heavy-duty trucks; Engines (end of prod...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/02/26

Volkswagen AG, Wolfsburg Plant Volkswagen Golf (-2027 planning), Golf Variant (Estate) (-2027 planning), Golf Plus (-2014), CrossGolf (2006-2010), Golf R (2013-), EV e-Golf (2014-), PHV Golf GTE (2014-), Golf 8 (2020-), Golf 8 mild-hybrid (2020-), PHV Golf eHybrid (2020-), Golf Variant (2020-), Golf Variant mild-hybrid (2020-), Golf PHV (2024-); Volkswagen Touran, CrossTouran (2007-), Tiguan (2007-), Tiguan eHybrid PHV (2020- ), Tiguan Allspace (...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/01/21

Volkswagen Sachsen GmbH, Zwickau/Mosel Plant VW: Golf, Golf Variant, Golf Alltrack, Golf R Variant, Golf GTD Variant(-2020 All the Golf), Passat (-2018), EV ID.3 (2019- ), EV ID.4 (2020-), EV ID.5 (2022-), EV Trinity (SSP platform) (2028-planning); Audi: EV Q4 e-tron (2021-), EV Q4 Sportback e-tron (2021-); Cupra: EV CUPRA Born (2021-); Bentley Bentayga, Lamborghini Urus (bodies only); Press parts; Volkswagen Sachsen GmbH, EV specific plant, ...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2024/10/22

Ningbo Joyson Electronic Corp. China Chairman: Jianfeng WANG The company is a leading auto parts supplier in China. It was formerly a supplier of engine intake systems and other components based in Ningbo, China. -Major customers are VW, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Tesla, GM, Ford, Toyota, Honda, Geely, GAC, NIO, Li Auto, XPeng, BYD and other global automakers as well as local brands in China. -Main businesses: Main businesses Details Autom...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2024/08/16

Is Electric Mobility a Job Killer? European battery cell plants, supply chain restructuring, and employment opportunities Summary CHINA IS THE DOMINANT MARKET CREATING PRODUCTION STRUCTURES LOCALLY MAKING PRODUCTION COMPETITIVE AND ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY (Battery cell production in Europe) MASTERING COMPLEX SITUATIONS 2 QUESTIONS FOR … & OPINION   This report contains a Spotlight article from Springer's automotive technical magazine "ATZ" ww...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2023/07/26

 Volkswagen to start sales of Golf 8 R in South Africa On April 12, Volkswagen South Africa announced that it will start the sale of its most powerful hatch, the Golf 8 R, in the local market from April 25, 2023. It has a 2.0-liter four-cylinder EA 888 engine. The new Golf 8 R accelerates to 100 km/h in just 4.8 seconds. The top speed is 250 km/h. The Golf 8 R impresses with the combination of 235kW of power and 400Nm of torque, cutting-edge run...

News  Updated at: 2023/04/12

Volkswagen South Africa announces line up for 2023 On January 17, Volkswagen South Africa announced that 2023 will be an exciting year for Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles which will see the launch of the highly-anticipated new Amarok, which is built in South Africa. In addition, the Volkswagen Passenger Car model range will be bolstered by the introduction of the new Golf 8 R, Tiguan TDI, T-Cross Trendline, Polo Vivo GT upgrade, Polo Sedan TSI, an...

News  Updated at: 2023/01/18

Euro NCAP announces latest safety ratings for ten new cars  On October 12, Euro NCAP announced the latest safety ratings for ten new cars. The EQE from Mercedes-EQ earns a maximum five-star rating and is also awarded a ‘Very Good’ rating for its Highway Assist system. BYD gets off to flying start in Euro NCAP with five stars for its ATTO 3 crossover SUV. Also achieving top safety ratings are Mazda’s new mid-size crossover SUV CX-60,...

News  Updated at: 2022/10/12

Impact of the Russian-Ukraine War on the Automotive Industry in Europe Supply chain problems - rising production costs - delivery delays Summary German OEMs in Russia Impact on the European automotive industry Delayed new car delivery in Germany Production Capacity Distribution of Automotive OEMs in Europe(Source: MarkLines - Capacity Distribution)   As Germany is one of the most important car manufacturing countries in the world, this...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2022/05/06