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Istv\u00e1n Knezsik, president of Magyar G\u00e9pj\u00e1rm\u0171-import\u0151r\u00f6k Egyes\u00fclete (MGE), has helped turn the association into a hands-on industry partner, translating rules into usable guidance and feeding evidence to policymakers. He focuses on renewing Hungary\u2019s aging fleet, giving buyers clearer comparisons, and upskilling dealer and service networks. Knezsik explains how the market is adapting to competing drivetrains and how long-standing ties with Japanese manufacturers and suppliers are strengthening practical solutions and market readiness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bridges<\/strong>: How has MGE\u2019s role evolved under your leadership and what are your key priorities for the sector?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Istv\u00e1n Knezsik<\/strong>, President of Magyar G\u00e9pj\u00e1rm\u0171-import\u0151r\u00f6k Egyes\u00fclete (MGE) | \u00a9 MGE<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Knezsik<\/strong>: I\u2019ve been involved in the presidency\u2019s work for decades and collaborated closely with the last two presidents, so my leadership builds on continuity with a stronger, more proactive stance. Today the importers\u2019 association not only monitors the regulatory environment but also translates it into clear guidance for members and consumers. We invest in consumer education\u2014helping buyers compare modern powertrains and safety technologies\u2014and we provide data-driven input to policymakers to keep rules technology-neutral. My key priorities are: renewing the national vehicle fleet, improving customer information and trust, and supporting the dealer and service network with training so they\u2019re ready for new technologies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What main trends or challenges define Hungary\u2019s vehicle market today?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The central challenge is uncertainty: no one can definitively say which powertrain will dominate\u2014battery-electric, hybrid, hydrogen, or new generations of highly efficient internal-combustion. That uncertainty makes both selling these vehicles and preparing workshops to repair them more complex. The whole ecosystem\u2014importers, dealers, technicians\u2014is in a continuous innovation and learning cycle, from diagnostics to high-voltage safety. Another structural issue is an aging vehicle fleet; the market would benefit from faster renewal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How is MGE driving the shift toward electric mobility and cooperation with Japan?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

I greatly value Japan\u2019s pragmatic approach to electromobility: on-board electricity generation in hybrid systems can make everyday e-mobility highly efficient and user-friendly. MGE\u2019s role is to give customers clear, comparable information on powertrain differences\u2014range, efficiency, total cost of ownership, and real-world use\u2014so they can choose the right solution for their needs. I also have deep respect for Japanese manufacturers\u2019 internal-combustion innovations\u2014Mazda is a good example\u2014where efficiency and emissions performance remain impressively strong. It\u2019s a privilege that Suzuki has had a long-standing presence in Hungary, and suppliers like DENSO show the Japanese industry\u2019s long-term commitment here. We foster this cooperation by facilitating dialogue, sharing best practices, and supporting joint training and supplier development that raise the whole market\u2019s capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

MGE\u2019s role is to give customers clear, comparable information on powertrain differences\u2014range, efficiency, total cost of ownership, and real-world use\u2014so they can choose the right solution for their needs.<\/p>Istv\u00e1n Knezsik<\/strong>, President of Magyar G\u00e9pj\u00e1rm\u0171-import\u0151r\u00f6k Egyes\u00fclete (MGE)<\/mark><\/cite><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n\n\n

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Why is MGE a vital partner for automotive companies expanding in Hungary?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Our members cover almost the entire supply side of the market, which gives us a comprehensive view of trends, risks, and opportunities. We maintain daily contact with regulators and public administration, ensuring exceptionally fast, two-way information flow between the industry and the state. For companies entering or scaling up in Hungary, this means early awareness of regulatory changes, help interpreting compliance requirements, and access to a broad network of dealers, service providers, and logistics partners. We also support workforce upskilling and technical training, provide consumer-education frameworks that build trust in new technologies, and offer a neutral platform where competitors can align on safety, sustainability, and standards\u2014accelerating smoother market entry and growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

www.mge.hu<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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