SUSTAINABLE
MOBILITY
CARS
CIRCULAR
ECONOMY IN
PRACTICE
OCTAVIA iV
These models’ family is represented
by plug-in hybrids that are also
available in the RS sports version.
They provide emission-free driving
with a range of up to 60 km in the
WLTP mode.
ORGANIC PACKAGING
MATERIAL IS COMPOSTED IN
PUNE AND IMPROVES THE SOIL
OF THE LOGISTICS PARK
OCTAVIA e-TEC
The first ŠKODA model
offered with mild-hybrid
technology enables a faster
and quieter start. It also
reduces consumption by up
to 0.4 litres per 100 km.
I
n July, the brand’s Logistics department
launched a pilot project in which it tests biodegradable films for packaging parts
prior to them being shipped to our plant
in Pune, India. It checks whether the innovative packaging concept can be used
on a larger scale than before. “At ŠKODA
AUTO, we take a holistic approach to constantly shrink our ecological footprint and
also encourage our employees chip in. Together with our Pune colleagues, we test
films based on corn starch. Using this concept, we have already halved the amount
of conventional plastic packaging used
for parts deliveries to this plant”, says David Strnad, head of PL – Brand Logistics,
which expects to have the testing results
by June 2021.
The so-called compostable films protect parts just as efficiently as conventional plastic packaging. The significant difference is that after use, it decomposes
within three to six months and then serves
as an organic fertiliser in the logistics park
in Pune. The unique packaging concept is
a Green Logistics project and will save the
carmaker approximately 500 kg of conventional plastic films every month.
The brand’s Logistics department specifically targeted a new type of packaging
that is biodegradable. The CKD Centre employees tested several test consignments
to check that they meet the strict requirements for shipping overseas in containers.
The quality control following the delivery
to Pune revealed no damage nor any traces
of corrosion on the components that had
been transported. Subsequently, the carmaker checked on-site whether the packaging would degrade according to plan. The
Pune logistics staff built composters made
of recycled material, which were filled with
other organic waste, in addition to the films.
After only six months, the films had largely
biodegraded. ED
OCTAVIA G-TEC
In its natural gas mode, this version produces
up to 25 percent less CO2 emissions and
emits much less nitrogen oxide. Its range
with natural gas is up to 500 km in the WLTP
mode and another 190 km on petrol.
ON GAS AND
ELECTRICITY
THE NEW OCTAVIA IS OFFERING THE BROADEST RANGE OF ECOFRIENDLY DRIVES TO DATE
T
he fourth generation of
ŠKODA’s best-seller is expanding its range with three
alternative drives: the plug-in hybrid iV, the mild-hybrid e-TEC and
the environmental G-TEC on natural gas (see picture). “We have made
it a priority to reduce aerodynamic
resistance and CO2 and NOx emissions during the early development
stage already. We’ve managed to
combine efficiency and sustainability with a high level of functionality
and versatility”, emphasises Christian Strube, Board Member for
Technical Development.
In the iV series, the innovation is following last year’s plug-in
hybrid, the SUPERB iV. Likewise,
it is equipped with an electric motor that has an output of 85 kW,
though in a new development version. The increased range on electricity, which allows it to contribute
to lower pollution in city centres, is
provided by regenerative braking
that also reduces brake wear. The
Economical Driving Assistant also
contributes to the car’s frugality,
cooperating with the recovery system and adjusting its level according to an approaching roundabout
or speed limit so that the car decelerates as efficiently as possible.
The fourth-generation OCTAVIA
reduces CO2 emissions thanks to
not only alternative drives but also
excellent aerodynamics. The numbers 0.24 and 0.26 may not tell
you much at first glance. However, these are the values of drag coefficient for the OCTAVIA and
OCTAVIA COMBI that place these
cars at the top not only of their segment. ED
You can read more about
alternative OCTAVIA drives at
www.skoda-storyboard.com.
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