Changing Patterns of Inter- and Intra- Regional Division of Labour: Central Europe’s Long and Winding Road

Central Europe’s unique history together with its geographical location provide an excellent opportunity to analyse the dynamics of inter-and intra-regional division of labour, the role and scope of global and regional patterns, national policies and firms’ strategies. Central European countries have long-established, but somewhat different automotive traditions, shaped by the three distinct socio-economic systems occurring in the space of 90 years. These traditions continue to shape the auto industry even today.