11/2024

Škoda Mobil November

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  Number of experts from Area F who gathered at the workshop.
  

  Workshop for F Experts
  

  An inspiring atmosphere of networking and experience sharing characterised the first workshop for Area F – Finance, IT and Legal affairs experts, which took place on 17 October at the Laurin & Klement Kampus. Participants engaged in six interactive stations, met their colleagues and performed various tasks either together or on their own. Organised by Škoda Academy with support from colleagues in Area F, the workshop was also attended by Holger Peters, Board Member for this area, and Dana Němečková, Head of FR – Accounting unit. The experts clearly appreciated the opportunity to make new contacts and network with colleagues from different areas. These new forms of training allow them to realise their own added value for the car company and make it clear that Škoda Auto greatly values their know-how and work. Škoda Academy plans to develop similar workshops for other areas.

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  More Škoda Cars Will Be Used for Social Services
  

  In mid-October, representatives of the carmaker handed over 14 new Octavia and Octavia Combi cars to social care providers near the Vrchlabí and Kvasiny plants. These cars will enhance the accessibility of their services for disabled and mentally disadvantaged citizens, the elderly and the seriously ill, especially in the less accessible areas of the regions. They will also facilitate field workers in visiting clients and transporting people to medical appointments and other necessary assistance. Škoda Auto has supported social care providers in this way for seven years.

  Talent Discussion with Board Members
  

  On two occasions in October, members of the talent programmes (Student Talent Programme, Trainee Programme, PhD Programme) had the opportunity to engage in discussions with Board members. First with Andreas Dick (P – Production and Logistics), who presented his views on the future of car manufacturing and career opportunities in production to the young talents, and then with Maren Gräf (S – People & Culture). She gave them an overview of her career path in the automotive industry and focused on diversity, agility, work culture and their impact on the S area.

  Škoda Mobil in the eSměny App

  The eSměny app, in which you can also open your payroll or menu, now offers access to the electronic version of Škoda Mobil that is also adapted for display on mobile phones. You can download the eSměny app on your Android device from Google Play and on your iPhone from the App Store. It does not require a login or any user identification.
  

  As of October, the total number of cars from all Group brands produced at the Indian plants of Škoda Auto Volkswagen India Private Limited has surpassed 1 million units. The Kushaq compact SUV and Slavia sedan also contributed to this milestone.
  

  Exclusive Event for Enyaq Owners

  While the world premiere of the Elroq did not take place until the beginning of October, Enyaq owners had the opportunity to experience it two weeks in advance. On 14 September, a special programme was held in Mladá Boleslav, largely attended by members of the Škoda EV Lounge Facebook group. More than 5,700 people have joined this community since last year. They enjoyed test drives on a polygon featuring the Elroq. Most importantly, they also joined workshops on software, energy management and design. During these sessions, the brand-new electric SUV were introduced by Karl Neuhold, Head of EDE – Exterior Design. The CEO Klaus Zellmer also discussed with the participants.
  

  First International Hackathon 42 Prague

  From 11 to 15 October, more than 50 students from 42 Prague and other branches of this network of training institutes took part in an international hackathon. They competed to develop the most interesting ideas and solutions for the Škoda Connect and MyŠkoda applications. The winning team, Škoders from 42 Heilbronn, Germany, developed a project for an interactive map that displays an electric car’s range after charging. The winners were chosen by an expert jury comprising representatives from Škoda Auto and Green:Code, who are responsible for developing the aforementioned apps and other connectivity and infotainment solutions. Read more about 42 Prague’s other activities here.
  

  In France, the Škoda brand is growing. This year, it backed this up with a presence at the Paris Motor Show, which we write about here.
  

  Deliveries to customers

  2023

  39,616

  2024*

  47,157

  Market share

  2023

  2.24%

  2024*

  2.7%

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  How they see us
  

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  Kodiaq 2,0 TDI 110 kW
  

  The new generation of Škoda’s largest diesel SUV has been put through a thorough week-long test.
  

  (27 September 2024)

  Very rich standard equipment

  Significantly improved interior

  Reliable infotainment

  Fabulous Smart Dials

  Lots of storage

  Space in the second row

  Great fuel economy

  Inconsistent design of tail light

  Slow acceleration, engine doesn’t want to rev up

  

  Modernisation of the Heating Plant Has Begun  

  On 22 October, ŠKO-ENERGO laid the foundation stone for the modernisation of the heating plant, attended by representatives from Škoda Auto, the KOVO Trade Union and the town of Mladá Boleslav. The modifications, aimed at completely replacing coal with wood chips and phyto pellets, involve modernising two existing boilers and constructing a new one. Large-capacity silos for storing wood chips, as well as a sorting plant, will also be built on the site, and the railway siding will be extended. This project represents one of the largest investments in renewable energy in the Czech Republic, with a total cost of EUR 180 million (approximately CZK 4.5 billion), about half of which is financed by the Modernising Fund of th State Environmental Fund.

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  Replacing the fuel in the modernised heating plant will reduce CO2 emissions by 290,000 tonnes per year.
  

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  Enyaq and a Tent in the Pyrenees
  

  Swiss cousins Valentin Manhart and Roman Flepp, known as the duo Twintheworld, venture into the mountains to take photographs. Recently, they headed to the Pyrenees using an Enyaq 85x equipped with a rooftop tent for overnight stays. On the journey of over 2,000 kilometres, they praised the electric car‘s spaciousness and range. You can read their impressions and see breathtaking photos of the mountains in the online magazine Škoda Storyboard.
  

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• Launching a new era in India

  Four metres is a critical threshold in the Indian automobile market and its segment with this maximum length accounts for nearly 30%. Škoda Auto is entering this segment with the new compact SUV, the Kylaq, which is developed and manufactured in India specifically to cater to the preferences of local customers. This launch follows the earlier introductions of the Kushaq SUV and Slavia sedan.

  Kylaq Ushers in a New Era in India

  The world premiere of the compact SUV for the Indian market will take place on 6 November, but a select group of journalists and influencers already had the chance to test-drive it.

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  Four metres is a key benchmark in the Indian car market. The segment of cars with this maximum length accounts for nearly 30% of the market and continues to grow rapidly. That is why Škoda Auto is targeting this segment with a new compact SUV, the Kylaq, developed and manufactured in India specifically to suit the preferences of local customers. This follows the previously launched Kushaq SUV and Slavia sedan, both of which are also based on the MQB-A0-IN platform developed specifically for the Indian market. Among other things, it aims to be an entry-level model for new customers in the region. 

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  During extensive testing, the Kylaq covered more than 800,000 kilometres across various Indian terrains.

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  Škoda Auto Volkswagen India Private Limited’s projected car sales in the Indian market in 2026.

  Distinctive Design

  The Kylaq brings elements of the new Modern Solid design language, which combines robustness, functionality and authenticity. These features give owners a sense of strength and protection, which is further enhanced by a range of cutting-edge active and passive safety features that come standard. These include, for example, six airbags and the multi-collision brake. In the event of an accident, this brake system helps to prevent further collisions with oncoming vehicles or roadside objects by automatically slowing down the car, thereby mitigating the consequences.  

  The camouflage of the Kylaq prototypes has a special design that reflects Indian cultural motifs. It was designed by popular local artist and influencer Harun Robert in collaboration with fans of the brand.
  

  The model also makes an imposing impression on the road thanks to its distinctive fenders. Its characteristic look is enhanced by the new design of the daytime running lights and the hexagonal pattern on the sides and rear.

  95%

  Localisation of production of the Kylaq and its components in India.

  24

  Number of years the Škoda brand has been present in the Indian market.

  Tuned for Tough Conditions  

  The new compact SUV measures 3,995 mm in length with a wheelbase of 2,556 mm and a ground clearance of 189 mm. It is powered by a three‑cylinder 1.0 TSI petrol engine with 85 kW and 178 Nm of torque. Customers can choose either a six-speed manual or automatic transmission. For its passengers, the Kylaq will offer a spacious and comfortable interior. In addition, it features ventilated seats that are electrically adjustable in six directions, a first for a Škoda car in this class.

  The Kylaq is perfectly suited to busy city streets while also coping with difficult-to-navigate roads. In fact, this has been proved by long‑term demanding testing in urban environments and on motorways, as well as in hilly terrain and on rough roads. Tests were conducted at temperatures ranging from -5 °C to +50 °C and at altitudes of up to 3,000 m above sea level. 

  Moreover, the new Indian model fulfils Škoda Auto’s commitment to sustainability and innovation. Not only will it be produced at the Pune plant, which is powered by an 18.5 MWp solar power plant, but it also uses environmentally friendly materials. For example, bamboo fabric was used for the cabin upholstery and some other components.

  Jiří Dytrych

  Head of G1 – Product line ICE & A0 MQB 

  Known for its versatility, the MQB-A0-IN platform is designed to be the foundation for larger models, such as the Kushaq and Slavia, as well as the sub-four-metre Kylaq. We have maintained excellent driving dynamics, superior safety and proven quality. In addition, the Kylaq incorporates hot-formed steel in the frontal impact module, achieving the highest level of passive safety in its class.

  Camouflaged Demonstration
  

  Test drives for selected journalists and influencers took place with the masked Kylaq prototypes from 7 to 10 October at the Koyamputtur circuit in South India. Participants were required to follow strict rules; for example, they were not allowed to take photos of the interior or carry mobile phones or other recording devices during the test drive. In mid-October, after the information embargo expired, they shared their impressions. “The Kylaq drives beautifully and feels like an upmarket car. The power of the 1.0 TSI engine is sufficient, and the car reaches high speeds very easily. It responds well to sharp cornering and braking, and its steering feels very predictable overall,” commended Parth Gohil on MotorBeam. Arup Das of Financial Express also praised the car’s pleasant handling. “The steering wheel provides enough feedback to easily navigate sharp corners. In everyday conditions, parking this SUV should be an easy task,” he highlighted. Other feedback on the car has been positive as well. “Overall, the Kylaq makes a very good impression. Its ergonomic and spatial characteristics, which are among the biggest challenges in this segment, along with its exterior proportions, deserve an A. Add to this the impressive technology, which draws heavily from the higher end of the segment. Thus, the Kylaq has the potential to make quite a splash in its class,” said Aatish Mishra of the Evo India website.

  Camouflaged Kylaq during test drives

  

• Conquering the French market

  More than half a million visitors flocked to the Paris Motor Show in October, where global carmakers were in attendance. The Škoda Auto stand featured the new electric Elroq, which garnered much attention. Other cars from Škoda’s portfolio were also on display, including a specially modified fourth-generation Superb for the Tour de France race director and the Fabia RS Rally2 competition special.

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  Conquering the French Market

  The Paris Motor Show has long attracted interest from global car brands and visitors. Škoda has also featured prominently at the event.

  More than half a million visitors headed to the 90th Paris Motor Show in October, featuring nearly 40 global carmakers. The Škoda booth, provided by the French importer, drew considerable attention. It showcased the latest electric Elroq model during its debut, along with other cars from the current portfolio displayed in the nearly 600 m2 exhibition space. Highlights included a specially modified fourth-generation Superb for the Tour de France race directors (introduced in the August 2024 issue of Škoda Mobil) and the Fabia RS Rally2 competition special. 

  The Škoda brand certainly gained significant visibility by participating in the motor show, recording more than 1,200 new orders in the French market during the week of the event. 
  

  336

  Number of test drives conducted during the Paris Motor Show.

  111

  Number of orders signed directly at the Škoda booth.

  33

  Number of Elroq customer orders.

  Teamwork Success
  

  From Škoda Auto’s perspective, France is a key market, currently its fifth‑largest. Next year, the brand is targeting annual sales of 50,000 cars, which corresponds to a 3 percent market share. This is a challenging environment with a strong presence of traditional domestic carmakers. To stand out, the brand continually engages in media and communication efforts, bolstered, for example, by its long-standing partnership with the world’s most famous cycling race, the Tour de France.

  Sales of Škoda cars in this market have been growing in recent years, and the brand has been improving its position. “This improvement stems from the importer’s close cooperation with the dealer network and individual departments within Škoda Auto. This synergy has led to Škoda cars’ growing popularity in recent years,” emphasised David Konupčík, Expert Coordinator Sales Manager FR from VE2 – Region 2.  

  As in other markets, French customers favour the Czech brand for its practical, spacious cars that offer smart solutions. Škoda customers are among the most loyal, as evidenced by the results of customer surveys over the past few years. The market is dominated by small compact cars, making the Fabia the best-selling model, followed by the Octavia. The Enyaq electric car has also been successful there.
  

• Reducing software complexity

  The second of the Brand Group Core’s six strategic packages is titled Reducing Complexity and focuses primarily on software. The increasing number of drives and assistance systems and the integration of other vehicle functions have led to a complex array of software variants. The aim of reducing the number of software variants is to decrease costs and enhance cybersecurity.

  Why We Reduce Software Complexity

  The VW Group’s volume brands are reducing the number of software variants in their cars to cut costs and increase cyber security.

  In electric vehicles, most optional equipment is offered as packages, which significantly reduces the number of software options. 

  The second of the six strategic packages (i.e. the Core Drivers) of the Brand Group Core (BGC) is titled Reducing Complexity. It focuses not only on hardware components, such as steering wheels, wheels or equipment packages, but primarily on software. The increasing number of drives and assistance systems and the integration of other car functions have led to a complex array of variants, amounting to thousands for each model.

  “Each individual software variant causes maximum effort in the development and test phases as well as in maintenance. Generally speaking, the higher the software variance in our vehicles, the more difficult it is to manage the different variants and the greater the potential risk of errors – for example, due to an attack by hackers,” emphasises Axel Heinrich, Head of System Architecture, Concepts and Innovation at Volkswagen Passenger Cars. Moreover, in terms of cybersecurity and software updates, the new UNECE directives have significantly raised the technological requirements (more on this in the April 2023 issue of Škoda Mobil). “Our current sales portfolio still offers customers a very high number of software variants. Especially for our vehicles based on the MQB platform” admits Andreas Dick, Škoda Auto Board Member for Production and Logistics. However, EVs on the MEB platform, such as the Enyaq, have greatly reduced complexity through the concept of “Smart Offers”, where most optional equipment is offered exclusively in packages. The challenge arises as the initial number of variants multiplies during the car’s life cycle, with additional variants introduced in different country groups where cars must differ; for example, due to right-hand drive and other contexts. “From only 100 variants initially, around 56,000 different software variants are in existence after a 3.5-year period,” notes A. Dick. 
  

  Software variability in cars is the biggest challenge in reducing complexity, with extensive implications for development, production, sales and after-sales services.

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  Head of System Architecture, Concepts and Innovation

  Volkswagen Passenger Cars

  Savings and Greater Competitiveness

  Cost savings are also a key motivation for reducing software complexity. “The reduction potential of the various cost types such as manufacturing, warranty, development, ramp-ups, and more is approximately 10%,” says Dirk Mayer, Head of Modules, Functions and Processes for the Volkswagen Passenger Car product line. Moreover, the overly complex structure of software variants is time-consuming and error-prone, giving competitors a head start. “The consequence is that by significantly reducing the number of variants, we are strengthening our competitiveness, reducing costs and improving cyber security,” adds Axel Heinrich. 

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  The Kodiaq has more than that many software variants.

  900

  Approximate number of software variants for the Enyaq.

  Klaus Zellmer Is a Mentor

  The initiative is already underway. A project team has been formed, comprising experts from Audi in addition to BGC representatives. A series of online meetings and several workshops have been held in Mladá Boleslav, Wolfsburg, Hanover and Ingolstadt. Klaus Zellmer, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Škoda Auto and mentor of this Core Driver, oversees this project and sends in monthly suggestions.

  BGC has set a goal to reduce the average number of software variants in sales to 1,000. “For the current year, we have set ourselves three main goals: firstly, to confirm the new rollout plan of the optimised offer concept with regard to fewer software variants. Our current plan is to roll out the first vehicle models towards the end of next year. Secondly, from an organisational point of view, our goal is to reduce the number of country clusters from currently more than 35 to 10. And thirdly, our goal is to reorganise the changes in the sales range from what are at present hard-to-plan continuous changes to a maximum of four discrete and controlled adaptations per year,” concludes A. Dick.
  

  Andreas Dick, Axel Heinrich and Dirk Mayer (the first two pictured from left) recently gave a comprehensive interview about reducing software complexity to 360° magazine. An interview is available on Škoda Space.

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  New Meeting Format Launched

  October’s meetings with forepersons were held for the first time in a completely new format, which allowed more questions for the speakers and made the sessions more engaging for everyone.

  In a completely new spirit, the meeting in Mladá Boleslav was held for the first time at the Laurin & Klement Kampus, while in Kvasiny everyone had already tried it in the spring. At both locations, the forepersons were divided into several groups, each following the same program but in a different sequence as the groups rotated through the lectures or tours. The new format has had a great response from forewomen, foremen and speakers alike. It allowed them to interact more closely with the audience, which was reflected in the increased number of questions.

  Marek Jancák, Head of PF – Car Production department, again guided the participants through all the meetings, introduced the programme and presented the individual lecturers. In Mladá Boleslav, the participants enjoyed a guided tour of the Laurin & Klement Kampus, while those in Kvasiny had the opportunity to visit the local Quality Centre, where everyone gathered, and each of the four groups was guided by a speaker at each station. Before the final discussion on all the topics presented, Jancák also urged everyone to instruct the teams not to take pictures of exceptional events, explaining how this rule is essential for the carmaker and highlighting that such behaviour does not align with Škoda Auto’s rules. 
  

  For this cooperation between forepersons and management to be effective, everyone must communicate well with each other.

  Lenka Bočková, Head of SBB – HR Business Partnering, and Jiří Bartoň, Head of SBC – HR Consulting Center, presented information about the new HR environment at the carmaker in Mladá Boleslav. Bartoň also presented the same topic at the Kvasiny meeting, together with his colleague Sina Almiran, HR Business Partner of the Kvasiny plant from the same department. They briefly introduced the forepersons to the upcoming Group HR platform, Hello Success, which you will learn more about in the next issue of Škoda Mobil. This platform will enable employees to manage their entire career path in one place. The HR cockpit tool, developed collaboratively with managers and tutors, will be used for production purposes and its staff. 

  The transformation of production from the perspectives of Škoda Auto and the VW Group was presented in Mladá Boleslav by Aleš Bureš, Head of PPF – Vehicle Production Planning, and in Kvasiny by Jiří Drbout, Head of PP – Brand Planning. Their presentations covered the utilisation of all Czech production plants and outlined the future of car production on the MQB platform, which is now used to build both internal combustion and hybrid cars.

  In the end, they also learned more about news in the Forewomen and Foremen for Themselves team group. Established in 2021, this group serves mainly as a space for sharing experiences and addressing challenges faced by forepersons. So everyone can refer back to the information from the October meetings within this community.
  

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  In September, the Škoda Academy launched a new curriculum on the Degreed platform entitled Forewomen and Foremen at Škoda. This programme is tailored to the needs of employees in these roles and includes various topics that are beneficial not only for their professional lives but also for personal development.
  

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  Savings in Non‑Manufacturing Operations 

  Programme to reduce energy consumption in the Technical Development department  

  An example of an energy-intensive device is a chamber with power cylinders and altitude simulation, where the effects of airflow under extreme conditions, such as beyond the Arctic Circle or during a hot southern summer, are tested, all while simulating different altitudes.

  Energy efficiency is crucial in all areas of Škoda Auto, including the Technical Development department. This department accounted for 4.5% of the total energy consumption in Mladá Boleslav in 2023, making it one of the most energy-intensive areas. Therefore, it was necessary to identify and monitor high-energy appliances and implement measures to optimise them, particularly the significant consumption from the heating systems in the old Česana plant and the Motor Centre. 

  Improving energy efficiency in the Technical Development department is a crucial step towards sustainability. Therefore, implementing energy-saving measures in administrative buildings, test laboratories and workshops is absolutely essential. 
  

  Specific Savings
  

  This year, an Energy-Saving Programme is underway in the Technical Development department. To date, 35 measures with an annual savings potential of EUR 381,000 (approximately CZK 9.7 million) have been identified, quantified, approved for further exploration and partially implemented. 

  At the Akuma site, for example, a significant savings potential was identified in the reconstruction of the boiler rooms. The existing old boilers will gradually be replaced with new condensing gas boilers that can adapt their output to the building load. With a two-year return on investment and a saving of 350 MWh per year (which amounts to approximately 20% of the gas consumption on the premises), this also secures future heat supply for the development of the entire Akuma premises.

  Similarly, the Technical Development department, like the production facilities, is equipped with compressed air pipelines. An analysis of the required pressure in different parts of the premises, conducted in cooperation with ŠKO-ENERGO, enabled the refinement of the minimum required pressure in the pipelines and the adjustment of the compressor settings. By reducing the pressure by an average of 1 bar, over 400,000 Nm3 of compressed air will be saved – about the same amount of compressed air that one would use to pump into a bicycle using a manual pump over 16 years of continuous pumping.

  Road to Sustainability

  Office buildings are also a major contributor to the Technical Development department’s energy consumption. Measures to reduce energy consumption include the use of modern lighting and efficient space heating and cooling systems. LED lights equipped with motion sensors and automatic control based on the intensity of natural light significantly reduce energy use. Similarly, an optimised system of air handling and cooling units, which adjusts to current needs with timed modes, also cuts down on energy consumption. However, simulations that mimic conditions beyond the Arctic Circle, hot southern summers and intense sunlight or stress tests on engines and other car parts are very energy-intensive.

  It is, therefore, essential to use the capabilities of modern testing equipment to run laboratories and workshops economically. For example, generating sets are equipped with frequency converters to ensure their power output is not unnecessarily high. Devices based on heat pumps can produce heat and frost simultaneously. Another principle is responsible behaviour; maintaining conditions in the test booths only as long as necessary and planning tests to use the individual devices efficiently are key strategies.

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  Results of the Energy‑Saving Programme in Kvasiny
  

  The Energy-Saving Programme at the Kvasiny plant ran for two years, from 2022 to 2024. The PSU/3 – Green Office has introduced measures that are now also being examined at the Mladá Boleslav paint shop. Impressively, external collaborators of the PSU/3 department have identified savings in Kvasiny totalling 1,700 hours (equivalent to 212.5 days with an eight-hour working day). Along with local operations staff, they identified 52 measures with estimated total savings of EUR 2.81 million (more than CZK 71 million). Of these, 16 have already been implemented, saving EUR 1.14 million (almost CZK 29 million), and the remaining 18 viable measures are currently being addressed. Among the most significant measures was the investment-free adjustment of technological parameters in painting, which will save more than 6,000 MWh per year.
  

  52 

  Measures discovered by the Energy-Saving Programme in Kvasiny. 

  71 

  Total value of the savings achieved, in millions of Czech crowns. 

  As part of the programme, a new imaging tool has been introduced across all Kvasiny operations to monitor energy management results. This tool allows for the continuous comparison of measured consumption with a mathematical model calculated based on production volumes, weather and other factors. Every instance of savings or waste is reflected in the report, thus providing the individual plants with a tool to implement savings in other areas or to prevent unnecessary waste. 

• A look inside the battery

  The new tomography centre in Hall M6 allows for non-destructive testing of the quality of MEB’s electric platform batteries. Škoda Auto inaugurated this state-of-the-art facility in June this year, and there may not be another facility like it in any other carmaker. Historically, the industry has employed computed tomography technology, or CT scanning, mainly for smaller parts.

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  Detailed Look Inside the Battery

  The new tomography centre in Hall M6 allows non‑destructive testing of MEB’s electric platform batteries.

  You may not find a comparable facility to the new tomography centre opened at Škoda Auto this June in any other carmaker. Until now, the industry has been primarily using computed tomography technology, or CT scanning, for smaller components. 

  The Lometom LargeScan 2.0 CT tomograph from Czech supplier Esperanto accommodates components up to 2 metres in length, features a 2 × 1.6-metre loading area and includes a scanner head that moves half a metre above it. This defines the maximum dimensions of the part that can be scanned. The machine can handle precision handling of parts weighing up to 750 kg. The scanner’s steel structure weighs 30 tonnes, and the lead shielding adds another 20 tonnes. 
  

  25,000

  The number of components that make up the Lometom LargeScan 2.0 computed tomograph.

  1.5 km

  Length of cabling used in the device.

  When working with large components, the tomograph delivers the same high resolution as smaller similar devices. “In regular operation, we scan batteries at a resolution of 30–80 microns, but if necessary, the tomograph can display details at a resolution of about 4 microns (four-thousandths of a millimetre – ed.),” says Petr Černý, Coordinator of the GQH-1/5 – Q production MEB battery GS3 department. “At the highest resolution, it is possible to examine the structure of certain materials such as adhesives and plastics,” says Jan Horáček from the supplier company.

  Speed and Efficiency
  

  The technology provides a detailed view of most internal parts of the battery without the need for disassembly or cutting, which was sometimes necessary in the past. “Previously, it could take up to a week to investigate, and we could no longer use the battery as a whole. Now, a more demanding scan takes about eight hours, and we can return the battery to production. We can also examine batteries that have already been in use in cars, observe how they perform over their lifetime and return them to the car after examination. This procedure can be repeated, allowing us to use a scanner in the car or factory to observe the dynamics of changes inside the battery,” explains P. Černý. This helps to improve battery quality and extend their lifespan.

  While traditional medical ring tomographs have an accelerating voltage of around 120–140 kV, the tomograph used for scanning batteries operates at up to 220 kV. “This is necessary to effectively penetrate materials such as aluminium, iron and others,” says Horáček.

  Not Only for Batteries

  The tomograph’s capabilities extend beyond batteries. “We can scan wide range of car parts, except perhaps entire engine blocks, because our special tomograph cannot penetrate the dense internal structure of such large castings. This is due to the chosen parameters and the focus on high detail scans,” says P. Černý. It is used to scan body parts, large aluminium castings, dashboards, seats, electronic components and other parts. This will always involve examining the internal microstructure of materials or joints to identify potential failure points. As a result, the carmaker can learn how to enhance joining technologies or ensure better quality of the supplied parts.

  The device has also caught the attention of colleagues at VW. “They have already expressed interest in using it, so we plan to carry out custom scans for them,” mentions P. Černý. According to him, this collaboration will bring not only prestige to the carmaker but also financial benefits. Potential orders from the Group’s brands will help with the scanner’s capacity utilisation and may improve the return on investment in the device.

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  Intensive Cooperation with 42 Prague

  Škoda Auto supports internships for students of the training institute, a mentoring programme and several other joint projects.

  42 Prague students appreciate the personal approach of mentors and especially the experience grounded in practice, which allows them to work on tasks based on real situations.

  Training for IT professionals at the newly independent institute 42 Prague is already underway. At the same time, there is intensive cooperation with Škoda Auto.

  The students are currently preparing for their first internships, and Škoda Auto is offering them 18 projects across all areas, with more in the pipeline. “The peer-to-peer form of study at 42 Prague is characterised by students evaluating each other’s projects and activities. For an individual to successfully continue their studies, they need peers at the same or a higher level than them. Naturally, it takes some time to form such a group of students,” explained Iryna Hradilová, who is responsible for cooperation with 42 Prague in the STR – Recruitment and Employer Branding department.

  Students from this institute also apply to Škoda Auto full-time, and the FI – Information Technology department has already employed five of them.

  Mentoring with Benefits for Both Parties 

  For professionals from various areas within the carmaker, 42 Prague offers an exciting opportunity to join the mentoring programme. By interacting with young, talented individuals, mentors can gain new insights and perspectives on various topics. Mentors are expected to meet with their mentees at least three times a quarter. Twelve mentors from Škoda Auto, not only from IT but also from Production, Technical Development and the Škoda Academy, have joined the latest run of the programme.

  Škoda Auto employees can also improve their qualifications by studying in 42 Prague. After concluding a qualification agreement, they have the opportunity to study at work and use part of their working hours for upskilling. They can consult their supervisor or HR Business Partner (SBB department) about study options.

  42 Prague also cooperates with the carmaker on various events at the Prague campus and in Mladá Boleslav. These include master classes taught by experts, educational visits, a Summer IT Camp and numerous other activities.

  The next generation of IT talent 

  42 Prague is non-profit educational institution founded by Škoda Auto in 2021. It educates the next generation of IT talent according to a unique model based on peer and project-based learning and flexibility and by building a community of programmers. The Prague campus in AFI City Tower is open 24/7. 42 Prague currently has 332 active students.
  

  Call
  

  Would you like to join the next run of mentoring at 42 Prague, starting in February 2025? 

  Contact Irynu Hradilovou  or Martina Hořenína for more information.

  
  

  Through the Mentors’ Eyes
  

  I applied to be a mentor at 42 Prague because, not too long ago, I was a student considering different career paths. That can be a daunting task, so I’d like to help others with it. Besides, I enjoy working with motivated people, and 42 Prague is full of them.

  Martin Hořenín

  PP Application Coordinator – Finances & BW VW

  FIC/4 – Financial process BW VW

  I experienced mentoring when I was studying, and it helped me, so I got involved in 42 Prague. Now I’m trying to give back to the students. It’s great to meet motivated young people who wish to work on themselves. I would love to meet some of them in the future as colleagues at the carmaker.

  Matúš Tomečko

  Project dproduction

  PPD/2 – Production control systems
  

  When I started in the IT department, the help of my experienced colleagues was invaluable. In the beginning, you often don’t have a broader perspective, and that’s the role of a mentor: to show and open doors and also to share experiences with mistakes so that others don’t have to repeat them. That’s why I decided to become a mentor at 42 Prague, and I look forward to welcoming the graduates into my team one day.

  Vojtěch Marek

  Data Analytics Platform Architect

  FIT/2 – Data Analytics & Platforms
  

  As a mentor at 42 Prague, I get the opportunity to meet different personalities from different industries, countries and world views and learn more about them. In this way, mentoring enriches not only the mentee but also the mentor. It also makes sense to me to support people who are interested and find our conversations useful.

  Kamil Veselý

  Coordinator SAP Archiving services

  FIA/2 – SAP VWG archiving

  The Car Production Management department has been working with 42 Prague since its inception. We offer internships to the institute’s students and regularly participate in joint events with STR as part of this project. I also recently became a mentor to a great student. This whole multicultural community is very inspiring and motivating for me. I’m happy to be a part of it.

  Matúš Varjan

  Coordinator of product launch MB

  PFS-P/11 – Product launch MB

• Škodováci / jan-bares – fotogalerie

  Jan „Bary“ Bareš renovuje skládačky Eska speciálně pro nadšence těchto kol.

  Dříve se věnoval tuningu aut a to se odráží i v jeho současném koníčku – kola totiž také „tuní“.

• Reportáž / ekologicka-likvidace – fotogalerie

  Cvičení hasičů se zkouškovými vozy Škoda určenými k ekologické likvidaci probíhá v areálu hlavního závodu Škoda Auto nebo na polygonu v Úhelnici. 

  Slisované vozy zpracovává na separovanou drť provoz KOVOŠROT GROUP CZ v České Lípě.

• Historie / skoda-popular – fotogalerie

  Vůz Škoda Popular ve verzi roadster se do Britské Indie dostal pravděpodobně po roce 1937.

  Model Škoda Popular ve verzi roadster je vystaven v muzeu Payana ve Šrírangapattanamu.

  Objem vývozu vozů Popular se tehdy pohyboval na úrovni 90 kusů ročně.

• Ze světa / paris-motor-show – fotogalerie

  OK

  The Škoda Auto exhibition at the Paris Motor Show was one of the most popular among visitors.

  The presentation of the new electric Elroq model naturally aroused interest.

  Its two exhibited examples dominated the stand.

  The importer presented Škoda's achievements and plans for the French market.

  Visitors were also entertained, for example, by a realistic racing simulator.

• Téma / kylaq – fotogalerie

  OK

  Test drives with the car in camouflage for selected journalists took place on a closed circuit in South India.

  The Kylaq's distinctive features include the arrangement of the lights on the nose.

  Kylaq brings elements of the Modern Solid design language to the Indian portfolio.

  The entire car looks robust despite its compact dimensions.

  Its shapes reflect Škoda's classic hexagonal patterns.

  The camouflage design reflects Indian cultural motifs.

• Akce / be-more-elroq – fotogalerie

  Roadshow tentokrát zamířila pod střechu a nové vozy představila například v lobby Laurin & Klement Kampusu...

  ... nebo v Lean Centru v areálu mladoboleslavského závodu.

  Návštěvníci se s novinou detailněji seznámili i pomocí kvízu v mobilním telefonu po načtení QR kódu.

  Návštěvníci měli možnost vyhrát i škodováckou kávu Curiosity Fuel.

  Nová maska vozu Tech‑Deck Face, která navazuje na světlomety tak, aby vše působilo jednolitě, zaujala většinu návštěvníků.

  Součástí expozice byly také informační panely, interaktivní prvky nebo třeba šlapací rotoped.

  Roadshow v Mladé Boleslavi si nenechal ujít předseda představenstva Klaus Zellmer ani ostatní zástupci vedení.

  Nezůstalo jen u zkoumání vozu zvenčí, návštěvníci si ho důkladně prohlédli i s pozice řidiče nebo spolucestujícího.

  Možnost vyfotit se a vybrat si přitom pozadí hned z několika originálních designů využily stovky škodováků.

• VZOR2 – fotogalerie

  Upřímně děkuji všem škodovákům, našim prodejcům a obchodním partnerům po celém světě za jejich vytrvalé úsilí. Jsou to oni, kdo umožnili dosáhnout takového výsledku za náročných podmínek a v rychle se měnícím tržním prostředí.
  

  Klaus Zellmer 

  Předseda představenstva

  V roce 2023 jsme dosáhli skvělých prodejních čísel s modelem Enyaq, který obsadil čtvrtou příčku mezi plně elektrickými vozidly v celé Evropě. Na našem největším trhu, v Německu, skončil dokonce třetí a v České republice i na Slovensku byl vůbec nejprodávanějším elektromobilem. 

  Martin Jahn

  Člen představenstva za oblast Prodeje a marketingu

  Naše hospodářské výsledky jsou důkazem toho, že úsporný program Next Level Efficiency+ a přijatá opatření mají požadovaný přínos. Takto posíleni pokračujeme v transformaci a investicích do elektromobility a digitalizace i přes volatilní trh a nejistotu v oblasti geopolitické situace.

  Holger Peters

  Člen představenstva za oblast Financí, IT a právních záležitostí

• Okem škodováků / jan-havlat – fotogalerie

  Carnac je francouzská obec v Bretani proslavená svými neolitickými menhiry.

  Jedna s návštěv vedla Jana s rodinou i na zámek Langeais na pravém břehu řeky Loiry.

  Pláž Omaha, je kódové označení pro jeden z pěti sektorů, ve kterých proběhlo 6. června 1944 vylodění spojeneckých vojsk do Němci okupované Francie.
  

  Orleán, město, od jehož názvu se v minulosti odvozoval šlechtický titul příslušející mladším synům z královského rodu.

  V Colleville-sur-mer: navštívili největší americký vojenský hřbitov v Evropě.

  S dětmi nevynenachli ani návštěvu francouzského Disneylandu.

  Do přístavního města Honfleur přejížděl po nejdelším závěsném mostě na světě.

  Na výlet do Francie vyrazil Jan Havlát ve voze Karoq.

• Inovace / enyaq-rs-race – fotogalerie

  Enyaq RS Race představuje koncept soutěžního vozu plného inovativních řešení, které mohou v budoucnu najít uplatnění u sériových modelů.

  Inženýři týmu Škoda Motorsport vycházeli z modelu Enyaq Coupé RS, který snížili, výrazně odlehčili a vybavili řadou aerodynamických prvků.

  Interiér je kompletně přepracovaný. Ční v něm velká páka hydraulické ruční brzdy, zaujmou i prvky z lehký biokompozitních materiálů.

  Zadní sedačky nebo polstrovaný zavazadlový prostor byste v soutěžním konceptu hledali marně.

  Zato v autě přibyl bezpečnostní rám z vysokopevnostní chrom-molybdenové oceli.

  Brzdová soustava byla nahrazena vysoce výkonnou, která obsahuje karbon-keramické brzdové kotouče a nový systém chlazení.

  Udržitelné materiály nejsou samoúčelné, nabízejí i vhodné vlastnosti, jako je nízká hmotnost a vysoká tuhost.

• Novinky / enyaq – fotogalerie

  OK

  Enyaq owners gathered in Mladá Boleslav for the EV Lounge Meet-Up in September.

  In addition to workshops and a visit to the Škoda Museum, they also headed out for test drives on the polygon.

  For representatives of the large Facebook EV Lounge community, this was the first meeting in a real environment.

  They also had a discussion with the CEO Klaus Zellmer.

  And they got an exclusive preview of the new Elroq.

• Pravidla soutěže

  Pravidla soutěže ve ŠKODA Mobilu

  1. Pořadatel Soutěže

  Společnost Škoda Auto a.s., se sídlem tř. Václava Klementa 869, Mladá Boleslav II, 293 01 Mladá Boleslav, IČO: 00177041, zapsaná v obchodním rejstříku vedeném Městským soudem v Praze pod sp. zn. B 332 (dále jen „Pořadatel“), pořádá tuto čtenářskou soutěž (dále jen „Soutěž“), jejíž postup a podmínky upravují tato pravidla (dále jen „Pravidla“).

  2. Doba trvání soutěže

  Soutěž probíhá v době od 1. 11. do 29. 11. 2024 (dále jen „Doba soutěže“).

  3. Soutěžící

  Soutěže se může účastnit každý čtenář zaměstnaneckých novin Škoda Mobil, který v Době soutěže vyplní kvíz a své odpovědi zašle na e-mailovou adresu skoda.mobil@skoda-auto.cz (dále jen „Soutěžící“). Soutěžící se zavazuje uvádět v soutěžní registraci pouze pravdivé údaje.

  Soutěžící mladší 18 let se mohou Soutěže zúčastnit pouze se souhlasem svého zákonného zástupce, který je povinen se na žádost Pořadateli prokázat.

  Ze Soutěže jsou vyloučeni zaměstnanci útvaru GKU jako organizátora soutěže a osoby těmto osobám blízké podle § 22 zákona č. 89/2012 Sb., občanský zákoník, ve znění pozdějších předpisů.

  4. Princip Soutěže

  Úkolem soutěžícího je zaslat správné znění kvízu, které Pořadatel zveřejní v tištěné verzi zaměstnaneckých novin Škoda Mobil (vydání 11/2024), nebo v online verzi novin téhož vydání na webové adrese www.skodamobil.cz. Zodpovězením otázek se rozumí odeslání správných odpovědí na kvíz na e-mailovou adresu skoda.mobil@skoda-auto.cz. Každý soutěžící může odeslat své odpovědi za Dobu soutěže jen jednou. Ze správných odpovědí budou vylosováni 3 výherci (dále jen „Výherce“).

  5. Výhra v Soutěži

  Výhrou je následující cena:

  3x balíčky reklamních předmětů Škoda.
  

  6. Kontaktování Výherce a podmínky čerpání výhry

  Pořadatel bude Výherce informovat o výhře zejména telefonicky/písemně na kontaktní telefonní číslo / e-mailovou adresu, které Soutěžící uvedl v e-mailu se svými odpověďmi, a to nejpozději do 14 dnů od ukončení Soutěže. S Výhercem se Pořadatel následně dohodne na způsobu předání Výhry. Standardní způsob předání výhry je osobní předání. Podmínkou předání výhry je podpis předávacího protokolu nebo potvrzení o převzetí ze strany Výherce.

  Výhru není možné alternativně vyplatit v hotovosti ani v jiném plnění. Výhra není soudně vymahatelná. Poskytovatelem výhry je Pořadatel. Pořadatel nenese žádnou odpovědnost za jakákoliv rizika a závazky související s užíváním výhry. Pořadatel si rovněž vyhrazuje právo výměny výhry za výhru, která je odpovídající náhradou.

  V případě, že Výherce výhru nepřevezme osobně ve sjednaném termínu, ztrácí na výhru nárok a výhra propadne, aniž by Výherci vznikl nárok na jakoukoliv kompenzaci ze strany Pořadatele.

  7. Pravidla ochrany osobních údajů (v souladu s GDPR 2016/679)

  Vyplněním kvízu a vyluštěním osmisměrky a zasláním odpovědí na výše uvedenou e-mailovou adresu Soutěžící vědomě a dobrovolně souhlasí s Pravidly soutěže (viz tento dokument), což znamená:

  – zařazení do soutěže a příslušné evidence Soutěžících;

  – zasílání informačních e-mailů týkajících se této Soutěže;

  – případné zveřejnění jeho osobních údajů v rozsahu jméno a příjmení na výherní listině.

  Osobní údaje budou uchovávány pouze pro potřebu Soutěže a nebudou využívány k marketingovým účelům.

  Osobní údaje se zpracovávají po dobu od jejich poskytnutí v rámci Soutěže až do vyhlášení výsledků Soutěže, maximálně však na 1 rok od jejich poskytnutí. Osobní údaje jsou od Soutěžícího získávány na základě pravdivě vyplněného registračního e‑mailu (e-mail se správnými odpověďmi zaslaný na skoda.mobil@skoda-auto.cz). Osobní údaje Soutěžícího budou zpracovány ve výše uvedeném rozsahu v elektronické databázi správce osobních údajů, popř. zpracovatelem, se kterým správce osobních údajů (Pořadatel) uzavře příslušnou smlouvu.

  Požádá-li Soutěžící o informaci o zpracování svých osobních údajů, je mu správce a případně i zpracovatel povinen tuto informaci bez zbytečného odkladu předat. Každý Soutěžící, který zjistí nebo se domnívá, že správce provádí zpracování jeho osobních údajů, které je v rozporu s ochranou soukromého a osobního života Soutěžícího nebo v rozporu se zákonem, může požádat správce o vysvětlení nebo požadovat, aby správce odstranil takto vzniklý stav. Soutěžící má právo (omezení zpracování, oprava osobních údajů, doplnění nebo likvidace osobních údajů, podání stížnosti) se obracet na správce na: DPoffice@skoda-auto.cz.

  Kontakty:

  Pověřenec pro ochranu osobních údajů ve ŠKODA AUTO: DPO@skoda-auto.cz

  Úřad pro ochranu osobních údajů: www.uoou.cz.

  8. Ostatní ustanovení

  Pořadatel neodpovídá za přímé či nepřímé škody v souvislosti s účastí v Soutěži. Nebezpečí škody na výhře přechází na Výherce okamžikem předání výhry Výherci. Pořadatel není odpovědný za jakékoli technické problémy vzniklé při přenosu dat elektronickými prostředky.

  Pořadatel si vyhrazuje právo bez udání důvodu vyloučit Soutěžícího, jehož chování či jednání vykazuje známky nekalého či podvodného jednání. Osoby nesplňující podmínky účasti v Soutěži nebo jednající v rozporu s Pravidly Soutěže nebudou do Soutěže zařazeny. I pokud taková osoba splní některé podmínky pro získání výhry, např. v důsledku nepravdivých informací, které poskytla, nestává se Výhercem a nemá nárok na výhru. Výhra bude v takovém případě předána dalšímu Soutěžícímu v pořadí. Soutěžící bude vyloučen v případě, že Pořadatel zjistí nebo bude mít oprávněné podezření na spáchání podvodného nebo nekalého jednání ze strany některého ze Soutěžících či jiné osoby, která dopomohla danému Soutěžícímu k získání Výhry.

  Pořadatel si vyhrazuje právo i bez uvedení důvodů Dobu soutěže zkrátit, Soutěž přerušit nebo zrušit či změnit její Pravidla, a to i bez udělení výhry a bez poskytnutí náhrad. Pořadatel si rovněž vyhrazuje právo nahradit ohlášenou výhru předmětem podobného typu a odpovídající hodnoty a upravit podmínky předání výhry v případě, že výhra nebude poskytnuta způsobem umožňujícím předání výhry vítězům v souladu s těmito Pravidly.

  Pořadatel má právo konečného rozhodnutí ve všech záležitostech Soutěže včetně rozhodnutí o neudělení výhry v Soutěži a také si vyhrazuje právo konečného posouzení splnění či nesplnění podmínek stanovených pro získání výhry v Soutěži. Výhru nezískají ti Soutěžící, kteří nesplní byť jen okrajově či částečně stanovené podmínky pro získání výhry. Pořadatel tímto nepřebírá vůči Soutěžícím žádné jiné závazky, a tito nemají nárok na jakákoliv jiná plnění ze strany Pořadatele než uvedená v těchto Pravidlech.

  V případě, že dojde ke změnám podmínek a Pravidel Soutěže, bude toto učiněno písemně ve formě aktualizace těchto Pravidel. Aktuální verze těchto Pravidel je v plném znění dostupná na www.skodamobil.cz. Soutěžící nemá právo na náhradu nákladů spojených s účastí v Soutěži, a to ani v případě změny těchto Pravidel.

  Tato Pravidla jsou platná a účinná ode dne 1. 11. 2024.

• Výročí / skoda-felicia – fotogalerie

  „Doma mu neřekneme jinak než Pikápek. Koupil jsem ho v roce 2008 od stavební firmy a podle mě na své malé korbě odvozil několik baráků. Je to vytrvalý dříč všestranného využití a pro nás člen rodiny,“ říká Libor Nový, který má na starosti logistické projekty v útvaru  PFO-I – Interní logistika MBO.

  „Model je postavený roku 1998 podle homologace pro závody do vrchu, jichž jsem se v rámci MČR účastnil. Roku 2018 se mi podařilo auto přestavět na rally specifikaci a od té doby v něm jezdím Bohemia Rally Legend, kdy jsem každý ze sedmi ročníků v řadě dojel do cíle,“ říká Ivan Kališ, který má na starosti testování rádií UNECE v útvaru EEM/1 – Audio a ozvučení.

  „Posílám jednu fotografii z testovacích jízd čtyř vozů Felicia v Indii v roce 1997. Naším úkolem bylo zmapovat stav komunikací v Indii, zjistit vhodnost konstrukce našich vozů pro indický provoz a monitorovat reakci obyvatel. Snímek je z krátké zastávky v jižní Indii, kdy se do záběru bleskurychle dostal i kolemjdoucí,“ říká Michal Šlambora, doprovod vývoje akustiky EA211 z útvaru EIG – Fyzika a vlastnosti celého vozu.

  „Tuto Felicii z roku 1996 jsem před třemi lety koupil od kamaráda se záměrem postavit z ní závodní vůz. Od roku 2021 jsem s ní jezdil rallycross a od letošního roku dělá radost jinému jezdci,“ říká Petr Mičík, lakýrník z útvaru PFO-L/44 V.

  „Bohužel má Felicia už dosloužila, ale jsem nadšenec do umělé inteligence, tak jsem si z několika fotografií vytvořil AI model speciálně určený na generování obrázků. Nyní si mohu vygenerovat Felicii v jakékoli situaci a stylu,“ popisuje své ukázky Jiří Rudiš, IT Delivery Manager – B2X produkty z útvaru FID/1 – Sales IT – Podpora produktů.

  „Funku (rok výroby 2000) mám pět let a bez problémů zvládá každý rok výlet na Moravu a zpět. Nejlépe se s ní však cítím na srazu ‚žluťáků‘, kde se průměrně sjede kolem padesáti vozů,“ říká Michal Vaverka, koordinátor útvaru PPF-L/6 – Dopravníková technika.

  „Posílám ukázku mých vozů, mezi kterými je Škoda Felicia z roku 2021,“ napsal pravidelný účastník Škoda Classic Tour Martin Klapač, který pracuje v TSC – Karoserie a výbava vozu v útvaru VAT/21 – TSC – karoserie, lak, interiér.

  „Posílám foto s Felicií upravenou tak, abychom se do ní všichni vešli. Jedná se o tablo marketingu vyrobené k rozlučce vedoucího – Dietera Eichelmanna (za volantem). Někteří tehdejší kolegové stále pracují v automobilce a třeba se poznají,“ komentuje zaslanou koláž Irena Hozáková, archivářka Škoda Auto z útvaru GKM – Škoda Muzeum.

  „Naše Felicie je neobvyklá tím, že je přestavěná na obytný vůz. Má bodykit z Felicie Fun a zelenou khaki barvu ze škodováckého vzorníku. Letos s námi projela 12 zemí bez větších problémů a příští rok ji čeká dalších osm. Z cest stříháme dokument na YouTube Felda na tripu,“ popisuje své zážitky Michal Poliak, automechanik z útvaru PF1-M/155 V.

• Novinky / Workshop – fotogalerie

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  The Škoda Academy organised a workshop for F experts on 17 October.

  Participants met with their colleagues - experts from F - Finance, IT and Legal Affairs - and performed various tasks.

  Special guest of the workshop was Board Member Holger Peters.

  Holger Peters was interested in participants' opinions and feedback on the event.

  The invitation was also accepted by Dana Němečková, Head of the FR - Accounting Department.

• VZOR – fotogalerie

  Studie VISION 7S představuje sedmimístné elektrické SUV s řadou neotřelých řešení.

  V říjnu vyrazil částečně funkční model vozu nejprve do Anglie, k vidění byl v Londýně u Tower Bridge a následně si ho na vlastní kůži vyzkoušeli novináři v Peterborough.

  Následovala také novinářská prezentace studie ve španělském přímořském letovisku Marbella.

  Kola mají průměr 22" a aerodynamické ráfky jsou téměř zcela uzavřené.

  Studie vozu VISION 7S zaujme jak celkovým vzhledem, tak řadou netradičních detailů.

  Interiéru dominuje velká otočná obrazovka s úhlopříčkou 14,6".

  Při ukázce vozu řada novinářů oceňovala jednoduché mechanické ovládání některých základních funkcí.

  Spíše designérskou libůstkou studie je oválný volant. Že by v běžných řadových vozech nahradil klasické kulaté totiž není příliš pravděpodobné.

  Co by to bylo za vůz ŠKODA bez Simply Clever prvků? V případě vozu VISION 7S jde například o magnetické úchyty na mobilní telefon.

  Studie vozu zdůrazňuje přístup ŠKODA AUTO k udržitelnosti. Podlaha a zavazadlový prostor jsou tak celé vyrobeny z materiálu z recyklovaných pneumatik.

• Motorsport / stredoevropska-rally – fotogalerie

  Druhý ročník Středoevropské rally opět slavnostně odstartoval z Pražského hradu.

  Oliver Solberg už si v soutěži nemohl připsat body do hodnocení šampionátu WRC2.

  Na trati se mu ovšem dařilo a díky výsledkům soupeřů si udržel i šanci na celkové prvenství.

  Triumf v kategorii WRC Masters Cup na Středoevropské rally potvrdil Armin Kremer.

• Výročí / aznp-kvasiny – fotogalerie

  Takto vypadaly kvasinské provozy – svařovna...

  ... a lakovna – v 70. letech minulého století.

  Kabriolet Škoda 450 vyráběli v Kvasinách v letech 1957 až 1959.

  Roku 1970 zde zahájili výrobu sportovního kupé Škoda 110 R.

  To o jedenáct let později vystřídal model Škoda Garde/Rapid (1981).

• Inovace / tomograficke-centrum – fotogalerie

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  Petr Černý from the Quality Department shows the new tomograph for examining electric car batteries.

  The device can examine not only batteries but also other parts up to 2 × 1.6 metres and half a metre in height. It can accurately handle objects up to 750 kg.

  The powerful scanner can also screen materials such as aluminium or steel.

  The tomograph also examines the internal microstructure of materials and the joints between them.