FX.co ★ Czech Car Registrations Plunge 16.7% in January, Reversing December Uptick

Car registrations in the Czech Republic dropped sharply at the start of 2026, with the indicator falling to -16.70% month-over-month in January, according to data updated on 24 February 2026. The decline marks a significant turnaround from December 2025, when registrations had posted a modest 1.60% month-over-month increase.

The figures highlight increased volatility in the Czech auto market on a short-term basis. While December showed a slight month-on-month improvement compared with November, the January data indicate a steep pullback in new registrations when compared to December’s levels. The month-over-month comparison underscores how quickly conditions have reversed between the end of 2025 and the beginning of 2026.