New SUV for India
Škoda Auto has revealed the name of the upcoming SUV specifically designed for the Indian market: the Kylaq. The name derives from the word for crystal in one of the oldest written languages, Sanskrit. The car's name emerged as the winner from a public contest that attracted over 24,000 entries. The condition was that it begin with the letter K and end with Q, in line with other Škoda SUV models.
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Increase in Škoda car deliveries in the first half of the year compared with the same period last year.
First Half of Year Brings Excellent Results
Škoda Auto has enjoyed a successful first six months of the year. Despite ongoing challenges in the market, it managed to deliver 448,600 cars to customers, more than in the same period last year. The most significant growth was recorded in Western Europe, particularly in the key German market. The Octavia confirmed its status as the bestseller, with sales increasing by 24.1% compared with the first half of the previous year. Thanks to these results, Škoda has become the fourth best-selling car brand in Europe for the first time in its history. The financial indicators are also encouraging. The operating profit for the first half of the year rose by more than a quarter to EUR 1.149 billion (over CZK 29 billion), and the return on sales rose to 8.4% – a ratio that measures the company’s after-tax profit against its total sales. This positive trend is mainly the result of an improved mix of cars sold, favourable exchange rate movements and stringent compliance with cost-saving measures under the Next Level Efficiency+ programme.
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VW Group Honours Top Graduates
Two graduates from the Škoda Auto Vocational School, part of the Škoda Academy, have been recognised with the Group’s Best Apprentice Award. The awards were given to the top graduates of courses ending with a school-leaving examination or apprenticeship diploma. The recipients were Lukáš Andrejko, an electrical mechanic – mechatronics technician, who is now working in HW, SW maintenance of control systems in the PFO-B/2 – Paint Shop Maintainance B department, and Kacper Jaszczur, an auto painter currently employed in the workshop of the VAC/4 – Service Center department.
Ošatník with Support of Škoda Auto
The carmaker has partnered with Boleslavský Ošatník, an organisation dedicated to collecting and distributing clothes, hygiene products, toys and other essentials for people in need. Škoda Auto supplied equipment, including wooden boxes and shelves, and the KOVO MB Trade Union contributed financially. The Boleslavský Ošatník was initially established in response to the generous support of the residents of Mladá Boleslav for war refugees from Ukraine, and the city administration has since decided to broaden the organisation’s mission.
Czech Software Day Wolfsburg
On 14 August, the BC – Procurement connectivity/electrics department hosted the Czech Software Day in Wolfsburg. Four IT partners of Škoda Auto – Etnetera, Trask Solutions, IXPERTA and Qinshift – presented software solutions related to mobile app development, connectivity, AI and data analytics, among other services, to colleagues from the Group. The event aimed to foster synergies between the supply partners of innovative software solutions within the VW Group.
New Hall M7 for Logistics and Production
After 16 months of construction, the new multifunctional Hall M7 at the Mladá Boleslav plant was inaugurated on 25 July. This building, with a usable area of 22,000 m2, will serve the needs of logistics and production. Approximately 7,500 m3 of reinforced concrete was used during its construction, and the design also incorporated the location of the civil defence shelter, which was eventually enclosed and remains under the hall.
A quarter-million units of the popular hatchback have been produced since the fourth-generation Fabia was launched in 2021. The anniversary car rolled off the line – at the beginning of August this year.
Protective Wall at Kvasiny Plant
Residents of the adjacent municipal areas can look forward to a reduction in noise and other disturbances from the production facility in Kvasiny. In July, the construction of a protective wall began. This barrier features a distinctive green belt, a water feature and a crushed stone path with benches. The slopes of the earthen wall will be landscaped with shrubs and climbing plants, topped by a three-metre-high fence. On the plant side, the entire wall will be reinforced with concrete fittings.
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The protective wall at the northern part of the plant will be 12 metres high.
Octavia Already in Production in Kvasiny
As of the end of August, the first unit of the modernised Octavia model was produced at the Kvasiny plant. At the same time, production of the brand’s bestseller continues in Mladá Boleslav, where the carmaker has gained the capacity to produce the Enyaq and Elroq electric cars. The production shift of the new-generation Superb to the Volkswagen plant in Bratislava enabled production of the Octavia on the same line as the Karoq in Kvasiny.
The Tour de France avec Zwift women’s cycling race was again able to rely on the support of Škoda Auto this year. The carmaker also supplied crystal trophies for the winners.
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Škoda Auto was the main partner of the most prestigious women’s cycling race for the third time.
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Škoda Auto supplied 70 electrified cars for the event.
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Kodiaq 2.0 TDI 110 kW
Independent testing has already been carried out on the new-generation Kodiaq. This generation convinced with its traditional Škoda brand strengths.
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Wide selection of powertrain options, including plug-in hybrid
Extremely practical and spacious
New, well-integrated technologies
Good handling and visibility from the car
Spacious centre console
Rotary Smart Dials
Higher prices than the previous generation
New design may not appeal to everyone
New SUV for India Will Be the Kylaq
Škoda Auto has revealed the name of its new compact SUV developed specifically for the Indian market: the Kylaq. Derived from the word for crystal in one of the oldest written languages, Sanskrit, the name was chosen through a public contest that attracted over 24,000 entries. It was required that it start with the letter K and end with Q, in adherence to Škoda’s naming conventions for SUV models. The authors of the 10 most successful designs will enjoy a trip to Prague, and the winner will receive the first Kylaq car when production begins next year.
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New Superb Sportline
The fourth generation of Škoda’s flagship car, the Superb, arrives in the Sportline variant with traditional black design elements that enhance its sporty, sleek appearance. The interior includes seats with integrated headrests and other details like adjustable ambient lighting that reflect the sporty theme. The Sportline’s chassis is lowered by 15 millimetres, and progressive steering is part of the basic equipment. A video dedicated to the car’s introduction, along with further information, can be found in the online Škoda Storyboard magazine.
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