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Carstore Auction debuts in Slovakia and Czech Republic
Bratislava/Brno/Mölndal, 14 May 2025 – Carstore, an international used car retailer and part of Hedin Mobility Group, is now launching Carstore Auction in Slovakia and the Czech Republic. This digital auction platform connects professional automotive dealers with a wide selection of used vehicles across Europe.
Carstore Auction is a modern, user-friendly tool for online B2B vehicle trading, enabling dealers to easily place bids and purchase vehicles via a secure platform. Already established in Sweden and Norway, the service is now available to dealers in Slovakia and the Czech Republic. All auction vehicles are also listed on a shared EU site, providing access to an extensive cross-border inventory.
“Our vision with Carstore Auction is to create a simple, reliable and efficient auction platform for the European automotive market,” says Peter Lampret, CEO of Carstore. “The launch in Slovakia and the Czech Republic is a key step in building a digital marketplace where dealers across Europe can source the right vehicles regardless of location.”
A platform built for professional dealers
Carstore Auction offers a wide range of used vehicles – from nearly new cars in excellent condition to cars in need of minor repairs. The platform is tailored to meet the needs of both small and large players in the automotive sector, providing detailed listings, trusted vehicle descriptions, and a smooth purchasing experience.
The EU-wide website acts as a central hub for all auctions in Europe, making it easier than ever to trade vehicles across markets.
Part of a broader European expansion
Carstore Auction is a core component of Carstore’s digital growth strategy. The platform will gradually be introduced in all markets where Hedin Mobility Group is active. Today, Carstore operates eleven physical locations across Europe – in Sweden, Norway, Finland, and Slovakia – and offers a wide selection of used cars online.
Carstore is part of Hedin Mobility Group, one of Europe’s largest mobility providers, with operations in 14 countries. In 2024, the Group sold 259,000 vehicles and generated net sales of SEK 92.3 billion.
“The launch of Carstore Auction is a natural next step in our commitment to digitalisation and customer-focused innovation,” adds Peter Lampret. “We are confident that the platform will bring significant value to dealers in Slovakia, the Czech Republic, and beyond.”
About Carstore
Carstore is an international used car retailer within Hedin Mobility Group, operating in Sweden, Norway, Finland, Slovakia, and the Czech Republic. The chain offers a wide selection of inspected used vehicles from various brands, both online and at physical locations. Carstore focuses on transparency, reliability, and accessibility throughout the car-buying process, and also provides the digital auction platform Carstore Auction for the B2B market.
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About Hedin Mobility Group
Hedin Mobility Group is one of Europe's largest mobility providers, with 11,800 employees and operations in 14 countries. In 2024, net sales amounted to SEK 92,3 billion and the Group sold 259,000 vehicles.
Our operations consist of three main business areas:
- In Distribution, we are a significant importer/distributor of vehicles, spare parts, tires, rims and wheels as well as accessories on the European market. We are importer and/or distributor for BYD, Dodge and RAM, Ford and Ford F-150, Hongqi, INEOS Grenadier, IVECO, MG, XPENG as well as Renault, Dacia and Alpine. Within spare parts we are, among other things, an authorised partner for GM and Mopar in Europe as well as the exclusive global supplier of Saab Original parts.
- In Retail, we represent over 50 brands and provide a comprehensive offer – sales, financing, insurance, and aftermarket services – comprising new and used passenger cars, commercial vehicles, and trucks to both private and corporate customers. Sales take place both online and via a European dealer network comprising more than 330 own dealerships with a total of over 800 sales points under names such as Hedin Automotive and Carstore.
- In Mobility solutions, we address new user needs and sales models in the automotive industry by providing and developing innovative services. Through Carplus, Unifleet, MABI Mobility and Hedin Supercharge, users are offered various flexible and morden mobility solutions.
Hedin Mobility Group's operations also include Hedin IT, which provides the Group with high-end operations, support and digital development, as well as strategic investments in Mercedes-Benz Financial Services Slovakia, Lasingoo Sverige, and Casi.
Read more on www.hedinmobilitygroup.com
Part of Hedin Group
Hedin Mobility Group is part of the Hedin Group together with the Tuve Bygg group and I.A. Hedin Fastighet AB. Hedin Group is also a partner in Consensus Asset Management and Ripam Invest AB, which owns Marstrands Kurhotell, Kurbadhus and Societetshus.
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