08:00 AM·business
Major Job Cuts Hit Swiss Manufacturing
Thyssenkrupp Presta announces 570 job cuts across Switzerland and Liechtenstein, signaling automotive industry challenges
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German Car Industry Crisis Hits Swiss Manufacturing, Forcing Factory Closure
The slump in Germany's automotive sector is causing a direct fallout in Switzerland, exemplified by the SFS group's decision to close its Flawil plant, resulting in 110 job losses and highlighting the Swiss supply chain's vulnerability.
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08:00 AM·economy
Major Job Cuts: Thyssenkrupp Presta to Eliminate 570 Positions
The automotive industry crisis hits Switzerland as Thyssenkrupp Presta announces significant workforce reduction in Switzerland and Liechtenstein, affecting 570 jobs over the next 12 months.
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04:00 PM·business
Thyssenkrupp Cuts 570 Jobs in Swiss-Liechtenstein Operations
German automotive supplier announces major workforce reduction at its steering systems facilities in Switzerland and Liechtenstein amid industry crisis
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08:00 AM·automotive
Electric vehicles gain ground in Swiss market as one-third of new cars are plug-ins
Pure electric vehicles capture 20.8% market share with plug-in hybrids adding another 12.3%, showing Switzerland's rapid transition to electric mobility.
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08:00 AM·automotive
Alternative-Drive Vehicles Gain Traction in Swiss Market
First half of 2025 sees significant increase in alternative-drive vehicle sales, despite continuing SUV trend.
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12:00 PM·automotive
Chinese EV Giant BYD Launches Swiss Operations
World's largest electric vehicle manufacturer BYD enters Swiss market with plans for 15 dealerships, starting with flagship showroom in Zurich.
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08:00 AM·automotive
Electric Vehicle Sales Decline in Switzerland
New data shows first-ever decline in electric vehicle registrations in Switzerland during 2024, marking significant shift in automotive trends
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Geneva Motor Show Returns in Scaled-Down Format
Rebranded as autoXpérience Genève, the event will showcase 200 vehicles from 30 brands in March 2025.
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04:00 PM·automotive
Swiss New Car Market Contracts 5% in 2024 Despite EV Growth
Vehicle registrations decline while alternative drive systems achieve record market share
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12:00 PM·automotive
Electric Vehicle Sales Decline in Switzerland for First Time
Swiss electric car market shows first-ever decline with sales dropping to 19.3% of new vehicles in 2024, down from 20.9% in 2023, attributed to new import taxes.
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