10/2025

Škoda Mobil October

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  Years that the highest trim level of Škoda cars has been called Laurin & Klement.
  

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  100 Years Have Passed Since the Merger of L&K and the Škoda Group
  

  The merger of the Laurin & Klement carmaker and the Pilsen‑based Škoda industrial group took place on 12 September 1925. In the 1920s, both companies struggled with post-war economic difficulties and the collapse of traditional markets. Furthermore, in 1924, the L&K factory in Mladá Boleslav was devastated by fire. Therefore, Václav Laurin and Václav Klement decided to find a strong strategic partner. At the time, L&K employed 1,125 people, while Škoda Plzeň had over 30,000 employees; however, its automobile production was rather symbolic and focused on the licensed production of English Sentinel steam wagons and Hispano‑Suiza luxury passenger cars. Unlike other options under consideration, the merger with Škoda Plzeň guaranteed the continuation of independent car development and production in Mladá Boleslav. The strong partner launched an ambitious investment programme under the Škoda brand: the transfer of cutting-edge technologies, including the introduction of assembly line production, an expanded model line‑up and the strengthening of positions on both domestic and foreign markets. The merger with the Plzeň headquarters was forcibly severed by nationalisation in 1945.

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  Choose your clothing interactively

  A comprehensive overview of workwear, protective clothing, uniforms and technical clothing designed for paint shops can be found now in a new interactive catalogue that lets you quickly find specific items. The catalogue was created in collaboration with HR, production and representatives of the KOVO trade union, and it contains information on eligibility, distribution methods, material composition and sizes. You can find it on Škoda Space. A Škoda footwear catalogue will also be published soon.

  Škoda Auto at NATO Days

  Škoda also supported Europe’s largest military and rescue equipment show, which took place on 20 and 21 September at Leoš Janáček Airport in Ostrava–Mošnov. It provided 25 cars for VIP transport and presented a number of exhibits to visitors. These were mainly SUVs, which interested visitors could test in challenging conditions on an off‑road track. A historic Škoda 1100 MBX from 1969 was also on display, and there was a range of activities for families and children.

  Jozef Baláž is the new head of corporate communications

  After more than 25 years, Tomáš Kotera, the former head of GKU – Corporate Communications, has left Škoda Auto. He has been replaced by Jozef Baláž, who previously held this position from 2011 to 2017. Since then, he has worked as Director of PR and Communications and later as Head of the Škoda brand at Volkswagen Group China in Beijing. From 2023 until now, he has been Head of VX4 – Customer Experience & Engagement. In his new role, J. Baláž is responsible for corporate matters and reports directly to Thomas Drechsler, Head of GK – Communications.

  Since 2009, when it launched the Yeti model, Škoda Auto has produced 4 million SUVs. More than a quarter of these are the top-of-the-range Kodiaq model.
  

  Shelter receives food from Škoda Auto

  Since 1 October, meals from the central kitchen are helping families at the shelter for mothers with children in Mladá Boleslav. The project, which involves Škoda Auto, the KOVO trade union, the city of Mladá Boleslav and GTH catering, aims to provide concrete help to people in difficult life situations while fulfilling the values of social responsibility and sustainability. The meals are prepared in a state‑of‑the-art central kitchen and then frozen to extend their shelf life to up to 30 days while maintaining their taste and quality. They are delivered to the shelter once a week.

  The successful Kodiaq is now rolling off another production line 

  There is extraordinary interest among customers in the new generation of this top-of-the-range SUV. The Kodiaq has become Škoda’s second best‑selling model, so the carmaker has expanded its production in Kvasiny to include another line. Doing this required extensive modifications to almost all key equipment. For example, the ML1 assembly line saw the conversion of the manipulator that installs the dashboard and the complete reconstruction of the automatic station for positioning the front of the car. It now has new equipment for attaching components and a more advanced camera system to guide the robot.

  Measures for hot days have once again made the summer months easier for Škoda Auto employees. Take a look at what employees consumed from June to August this year.

  442,933

  fruit and vegetable salads served. That is 10% more than last year.

  46,718

  Packages of effervescent tablets. That is 41% more than last year.

  
  

  Isotonic drinks

  Total since the beginning of the year 146,024 l

  On hot days 69,326 l

  How they see us
  

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  Vision O
  

  The Vision O concept filled the Czech and world media in September. See how it caught the eye, especially with its appearance.

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  The designers have finally let loose – the concept looks completely different from all previous models

  A very well‑designed rear end with remodelled headlights and a negatively sloped boot lid

  Generous boot space

  Clean interior design

  Use of recycled and recyclable materials

  Features, such as rear doors that open against the direction of travel, will probably remain only in the concept

  Some compromises in the interior will be necessary for production feasibility

  Test drive the Elroq for free 

  The latest electric car from Škoda offers a comfortable, quiet and efficient ride with zero emissions. You can see for yourself on a family trip, for example. Thanks to cooperation with the KOVO trade union, a new project is being launched to provide free Elroq short-term loans to Škoda Auto employees. You can try out the electric car either from Friday to Monday or from Tuesday to Thursday. The only condition is to take a photo with the car and send it to interni.komunikace@skoda-auto.cz. The project is starting in Mladá Boleslav and will gradually expand to Kvasiny and Vrchlabí. Details about reservations, rental times and charging can be found on Škoda Space.

  
  

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  You can rent an Elroq for up to four days.

  

  On the net
  

  Chief designer shares sketching tips

  Pencil and paper are still essential tools for Oliver Stefani, Head of ED – Škoda Design. He is a master of sketching and has now decided to share some of his skills with anyone interested. In this video lesson, he offers several useful tips, from warm-up exercises to working with perspective.

• Customers and AI take centre stage

  One of the year’s biggest internal events, the MMK management conference, was held for the first time at the spacious Křižík Pavilions on the Prague Exhibition Grounds under the slogan “Take Charge – Shaping the Next 130 Years”. The event aimed to strengthen corporate culture, gather direct customer feedback, expand knowledge of artificial intelligence and develop modern management methods.

  Focus on Customers and AI

  MMK 2025: Approximately 600 senior managers from all areas of Škoda Auto attended the internal MMK management conference, which was held for the first time at the Křižík Pavilions in Prague.

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  One of Škoda Auto’s biggest internal events of the year took place on 10 and 11 September under the slogan Take Charge – Shaping the Next 130 Years. The aim was to strengthen the corporate culture, provide direct feedback from customers, deepen knowledge in the field of artificial intelligence and develop modern ways of leadership. The venue was the Křižík Pavilions at the Prague Exhibition Grounds in Holešovice. Key presentations took place in the main hall, while separate exhibitions, including an exhibition of competing cars, were prepared in other areas. Participants could see the spacious Vision O electric estate car concept and learned more about the upcoming Epiq and large electric SUV and found out new features in the MyŠkoda app. Of course, the carmaker’s 130th anniversary did not go unmentioned.

  Klaus Zellmer, CEO, summarised the key topics at the conference. “Now we need to secure our position, take the initiative, and lay the foundations for the next 130 years. And we’re succeeding – in the first half of the year, we delivered excellent financial results despite the challenging environment in the industry,” said K. Zellmer. He mentioned the significant increase in sales of Škoda cars, including the Enyaq and Elroq electric cars, which were among the most sought-after in Europe in the first half of the year. In addition to the record results, he also pointed out that Škoda became the third best-selling brand in Europe.

  This was my first time attending a management meeting like this, and my overall impression is very positive. For example, I liked the comparison of competing cars and the breathtaking presentation of our new products, including the Vision O concept at the end of the program. The lectures focused on leadership and the practical use of AI technology were very inspiring. The informal meeting with the company‘s management and other colleagues was also interesting, as was the panel discussion with our customers.

  Vladimír Sedláček

  Head of PFO-I – Internal Logistics MBO

  Artificial intelligence as a tool of the future

  Škoda Auto has the potential to become one of the world’s most successful carmakers. To achieve this goal and maintain it in the long term, it must integrate artificial intelligence into its processes as effectively as possible. For example, AI can help improve financial results through better sales planning. “In the future, we’ll launch a pilot project using AI to redesign job roles – to identify which tasks can be improved with its help. This is not about reducing headcount, but about freeing up more capacity for higher‑value work such as innovation, strategy, and customer focus,” added K. Zellmer.

  Artificial intelligence was addressed not only by the CEO but also by several booths and workshops in the unique Nová Spirála space. Steve Basra, Global Director for the Automotive Industry at Google, also spoke about trends and practical applications of AI.

  1,140 m²

  Total area of outdoor booths

  825 m

  Total length of fences

  415 m²

  Area of decorative curtains in Hall B

  Customer focus and data utilisation

  The car manufacturer has placed the customer at the center of attention since its founding.  This approach is even more important now. The carmaker’s success is based on the principles of Human Touch:  empathy, courage to face challenges and a pro-active approach to customer requirements. Their needs can best be met with a deep understanding of data. You cannot rely solely on experience and estimates.

  MMK participants tried this out in an unusual way – through the Experience Bar. An incomprehensible menu, unhelpful staff, unavailable drinks and a complicated bill. They had to go through all of this, and their reactions clearly showed how strongly the quality of the customer experience affects satisfaction and loyalty. Specifically, it was mentioned that while the carmaker excels in the quality of its car design and car handling and practicality, especially for families or in the reliable service network, it still faces challenges in improving the car’s software equipment and the customer experience with infotainment.

  Success is based on leadership development

  The challenges in the automotive industry also require a modern approach to leadership. Radka Dohnalová from ATAIRU and Gabriela Končitíková from the Tomáš Baťa Foundation focused on this in their contributions. They showed the carmaker’s managers how to be pro‑active, courageous and prepared to face obstacles.

  Maren Gräf, Board Member for People & Culture, also spoke about courageous leadership. “Our Employees call for Bold Leadership. You may ask what it means? Not the loudest, the wildest nor necessarily the smartest people are the real leaders. In my view, this are those who have the courage to make decisions, to be close to the people with trust and inspiration,” said M. Gräf. She also focused on the results of the annual CMX – Cultural Mindset Index survey.

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  How MMK was prepared

  More than a thousand people from Škoda Auto, production, suppliers, and other partners were involved in organizing the conference. It was therefore a major challenge requiring careful planning and coordination between many teams. „This year, we started preparations several months in advance because we knew that the success of the event would depend on every detail,“ says Pavel Miffek from the SX – Transformation department. Everything had to be taken care of, from the program content and logistics to accommodation and transportation for guests, as well as technical support and communication. „It was a great opportunity to show how we can work together as a team across departments. Everyone contributed their part, and the result was truly professional. I am most pleased that we not only managed the organizational side, but also created an inspiring atmosphere for all participants. The conference was not just about presentations – it was a platform for sharing visions, inspiration, and strengthening cooperation across the entire organization,“ emphasized P. Miffek.

• Topic / MMK-AI

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  The stage belonged to artificial intelligence

  AI: MMK conference participants were able to spend more than three hours in the world of artificial intelligence, which was the focus of the AI Experts Discovery Lounge marketplace at the Nová Spirála theatre in area of Křížík Pavilions.

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  On Thursday, 11 September, this unusual space with a stage in the middle and a spiral auditorium around it was dedicated to a Škoda Auto exhibition on artificial intelligence. Led by Aleš Beneda, Head of FIT – IT Enterprise Architecture & Technology, and a team of other experts from FI – Information Technology, FIT, FIO – IT Services, Digitisation Centres centers that operate across the entire company, and the subsidiary Green:Code, participants immersed themselves in the world of modern technologies. At the Nová Spirála theatre, they were able to visit six themed stands at the AI Experts Discovery Lounge marketplace. The main stage was reserved for the presentation of the AI Think Big strategy, which helps drive innovation and transform Škoda Auto’s processes.

  AI allows us to pursue our ambitious plans without proportionally increasing costs. This is our path forward, and we have a clear strategy to deploy AI across all our business processes.

  Holger Peters

  Board Member for Finance and IT

  In the marketplace area, visitors met with representatives from Digitisation Centres (DDCs) and AI Business Partners who shared their experiences with implementing AI projects in their departments.

  At the Prompting Station booth, they learned how to properly create functional and effective prompts in the internal ŠkodaGPT application and other tools.

  The Microsoft Copilots & Agents station presented real-life examples and scenarios that save time, improve decision-making or help with information processing. The demonstrations focused on using the Microsoft Copilot tool in the role of a researcher or analyst. Visitors also learned how to create their own agent.

  The Synthesia tool uses AI to create content. At the booth of the same name, visitors could learn how to make presentations more engaging using a virtual character, an avatar.

  The theme of the AI & Ethics booth was to teach visitors how to recognise fake videos, which can be identified by unrealistic movements and facial expressions, distorted sound or suspicious content.

  Guests usually ended their visit at the AI Snacks booth, where they could relax in a comfortable chair and enjoy a series of short educational videos prepared by the Škoda Academy in collaboration with FI and SB – Operational HR & Digitisation. The videos have been released every Monday since June this year and show how AI helps save time and simplify tasks without complicated theory.

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  Information on AI topics can be found on the AI Competence Centre website.

  Watch the educational videos from the AI Snacks series.

• Slavia reaches the Vietnamese market

  Three years after Škoda Auto and Vietnam’s Thanh Cong Group formed a strategic partnership, the Czech brand is winning over local customers. This year, it began offering not only European models but also locally produced cars developed in India. Following the Kushaq SUV’s launch in June, the Slavia saloon arrived in September, setting a new benchmark in its segment.

  Slavia Now Available on the Vietnamese Market

  Following the compact SUV Kushaq, a locally manufactured sedan is now also available to customers.

  From Around the World

  September marked three years since Škoda Auto and Vietnam’s Thanh Cong Group concluded a strategic cooperation agreement that opened the way for the carmaker to enter an attractive growing market. Since then, the Czech brand has attracted the attention of local customers, offering them not only European models but also, starting this year, locally produced cars developed in India. Following the launch of the Kushaq compact SUV in June, the Slavia sedan was introduced in September.

  70,000

  That is how many kilometres Slavia models covered during testing in Vietnam.

  The car is expected to appeal to Vietnamese customers as a segment leader. Media coverage and social media feedback confirm this. The Škoda brand offers a reliable and well-equipped sedan that meets European standards. The Slavia stands out from the competition with its ground clearance, which allows for more flexible use of the car. Other notable advantages include top-notch safety backed by a five-star Global NCAP rating and a range of advanced driver-assistance features. Another highlight is the ventilated front seats, which can be electrically adjusted in six directions.

  The Slavia is available in three trim levels and four colours. Its price, which is considered favourable in Vietnam given the car’s features, starts at the equivalent of CZK 330,000 as part of an introductory offer. European carmakers in the country struggle with perceptions that their servicing is expensive and hard to access. The Vietnamese representative of the Czech brand, therefore, emphasises low servicing and maintenance costs when promoting the Slavia model. 

  Anniversary trip

  On 2 September, Vietnam commemorated 80 years since declaring independence. The local Škoda dealership joined in the celebrations and organised a trip during which Škoda cars covered almost 2,500 kilometres in seven days. The Kushaq and Slavia models have proved their reliability in various terrains and weather conditions, catching the attention of numerous potential customers.

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  The best dealers gather in Karlovy Vary

  While the beginning of summer belonged to film personalities in the West Bohemian spa town, at the end of the summer, Škoda’s star salespeople headed there.

  From Around the World

  From 2 to 5 September, Karlovy Vary hosted the Best Dealer Event 2025, to which the carmaker invited representatives of the brand’s best authorised dealers. A total of 125 participants, including dealers from Europe, the Middle East and India, as well as representatives of importers, were present there.

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  Number of countries represented at the Best Dealer Event in Karlovy Vary.

  In addition to the official award ceremony, attended by Martin Jahn, Board Member for Sales and Marketing, a rich programme of side events awaited the participants. The organisers from the VME – Brand Experience department joined in this year’s celebrations of the carmaker’s 130th anniversary and prepared rides in historic Škoda cars to Lake Michal in Sokolov. There, dealers tested their driving skills with the Škoda 1203 and Felicia Cabrio models. However, they could also get behind the wheel of the latest models from the top-of-the-range RS sports series and set off on a route that included Loket Castle.

  The Best Dealer Event is held annually to recognise the outstanding work of dealers and strengthen their partnership with Škoda Auto.

• Against the wind

  In the next part of our series marking 130 years of car manufacturing, we look at the development of aerodynamic cars. Long before World War II, the company was already introducing models such as the Škoda 935 Dynamic and Škoda Rapid 1500 OHV. Today, smooth airflow helps reduce fuel consumption and noise, so aerodynamics is carefully considered in every detail of all models.

  Against the Wind 

  The carmaker has been working on car aerodynamics for longer than you might expect. While sharply defined lines help reduce air resistance today, rounded shapes were once preferred.

  From an aerodynamic point of view, a drop of water is the shape that has the least air resistance. Before World War II, several Škoda cars tried to approximate this shape. A prototype known as the Škoda 935 Dynamic caused a sensation at the Prague Motor Show in 1935, followed by the Škoda Popular Monte Carlo (1937) and the “highway” version of the Škoda Rapid 1500 OHV (1939). These three cars set the trend in aerodynamics decades ago.

  At the end of the 1930s, highways began to appear, and people started driving faster. Speed became more important to customers, and carmakers gradually began to strive for teardrop-shaped aerodynamic designs inspired by nature.

  Jan Jagrik

  Head of ESW – Aerodynamics and CFD Simulations

  Škoda 935 Dynamic

  The streamlined shape of the Škoda 935 Dynamic immediately attracted well-deserved attention, as did its unusual technical solutions. Its strictly streamlined shape reflected  the early use of aerodynamic science in car body design. As early as 1935, this unique prototype achieved a remarkably low air drag coefficient of cx = 0.37, and subsequent production models also benefitted from the know‑how gained. Incidentally, the only completed example of the Škoda 935 Dynamic aerodynamic saloon was sold as a used car to a private owner in 1939. In the 1960s, the carmaker bought it back for its emerging collection of historic models, and after extensive renovation, it is now part of the Škoda Museum collection.

  Škoda Popular Monte Carlo

  In January 1936, the Škoda Popular took an impressive second place in the under 1,500 cm3 category on the demanding Monte Carlo Rally. The carmaker’s management soon offered customers a sports car in roadster and coupé versions, celebrating this outstanding sporting achievement. In addition to progressive technical solutions, such as a rigid yet lightweight backbone chassis frame, independent suspension on all wheels and a transaxle drive chain configuration, the Škoda Popular Monte Carlo also scored points with its elegant aerodynamic body. 

  Škoda Rapid 1500 OHV

  This model was produced from August 1938. Compared with the original 1.4-litre four-cylinder engine with SV valve timing, the OHV version was equipped with a 1,564 cm3 engine with its output of 42 hp. With a three-speed transmission, the Rapid 1500 OHV could reach speeds of up to 110 km/h. Between 1939 and 1941, a version with an aerodynamically optimised two-door “highway-type” body was also produced, with only 110 units rolling off the production lines.

  Aerodynamics testing

  You may be surprised to learn that aerodynamic testing of cars in wind tunnels began almost 90 years ago. The Prague Research and Testing Institute had an aerodynamic tunnel as early as the 1920s. The youngest of the three cars – the Škoda Rapid 1500 OHV “highway” model – is mentioned in a report from 1938 in the company archives, when a wooden model on a scale of 1:6 was tested in the tunnel in Letňany, Prague, and compared with a model of a car with a standard body.

  Škoda’s traditionally strong involvement in motorsport also intersects with the topic of aerodynamics. An example of this is an unusual version of the legendary Škoda 130 RS A5 (type 738) coupé in Essen. In 1978, it was used at Hoškovice Airport for a series of measurements aimed at optimising aerodynamic drag and increasing downforce on the rear drive wheels at high speeds. The prototype with several spoilers could reach speeds of up to 250 km/h, and the 140 kW four-cylinder engine was cooled by a series of additional air intakes.

   

  What happened in October

   

  1868

  Václav Klement is born on 16 October.

   

  1899

  According to preserved technical documentation, Václav Laurin works on the development of a motorcycle.

   

  1905

  The Allgemeine Automobil Zeitung publishes news that sales of the LK Voiturette A will begin.

   

  1929

  The Škoda 430 and Škoda 645 go on display at the Prague Motor Show, with the Škoda 860 being the highlight of the range.

   

  1931

  The Škoda 633, the smallest Czechoslovakian six-cylinder car at the time, makes its debut at the Prague Motor Show.

   

  1943

  Production of the first 4×4 car – the Škoda 956 is launched.

   

  1951

  The first Tatraplan cars roll off the line in Mladá Boleslav.

   

  1955

  Production of the Škoda 1200 Sedan ceases in Mladá Boleslav and moves to Kvasiny.

   

  1964

  The Škoda 1000 MB is unveiled at the Paris Motor Show.

   

  1981

  The operational prototype of the Škoda 781 is completed.

   

  1983

  The career of the Škoda 130 RS sports car comes to an end.

   

  1991

  Production of the Škoda Pick-up light commercial vehicle commences at the Kvasiny plant.

   

  1994

  The Škoda Felicia model is introduced to the public.

   

  2004

  The second generation of the Octavia Combi with 4×4 drive premieres at the Paris Motor Show.

   

  2011

  Production of the Indian model Škoda Rapid for Europe starts in Pune.

  1935

  Škoda 935 Dynamic 

  This model demonstrates the principles of aerodynamics that were valid at the time.

  1937

  Škoda Popular Monte Carlo

  It combines the best of Škoda’s technical, design and sporting expertise.

  1939

  Škoda Rapid 1500 OHV

  Only 110 units of this sports model with streamlined bodywork were produced.

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  Who raced for the company

  1908–1911 Before World War I, on 8 October 1908, Otto Hieronimus broke the world record in Neunkirchener Alle near Vienna with his own LK FCS car. A few days later, a man nicknamed Doconald won in Gaillon, France, in his own LK F car, and three years later, Alexander Comanos Pascha won the same race with an LK FCR car. 

  Who were these first racers? They were recruited from among the ranks of entrepreneurs, lawyers, aristocrats and even company designers – people who could afford L&K cars. Hieronimus was one of them. He designed the latter LK FCR car, which was driven by a truly versatile personality, Pasha A. Comanos, a high-ranking official of the Ottoman Empire. He was an ethnic Greek living in Egypt, an erudite lawyer with a degree from Geneva and, above all, the secretary general of the Royal Egyptian Automobile Club. The nickname Doconald was invented by Alexandr Kolowrat-Krakovský, a Czech racing driver, aviator and founder of the Austrian film industry. He used the pseudonym mainly because, initially, his family was not very supportive of his racing hobby.

  From private hands to state ownership

  1945 The Mladá Boleslav carmaker became a joint‑stock company at the beginning of the 20th century, which meant an influx of funds for investments enabling the company’s development. However, after the end of World War II, large industrial, financial and other companies in Czechoslovakia, as in many other European countries, were nationalised. This transpired on 27 October 1945 when the president’s decree on nationalisation came into force, and the entire Škoda Group, including the carmaker, ended up in the hands of the state. In addition, the company was renamed. From 1 January 1946, the carmaker officially bore the name AZNP, which stood for Automobilové závody, národní podnik (Automobile Works, National Enterprise). Investments, production programmes and pricing policies were initially subject to a two-year plan, and after 1948, to a five-year plan.

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  Oleg Dohalský recalls the renovation of the Škoda 935 Dynamic

  1969–2016 He joined the carmaker as an apprentice and, except for his military service, remained there for his entire professional life. He spent most of his career as a technician in the refurbishment department, and from 1998, he worked in the Škoda Museum restoration workshop.

  Oleg Dohalský’s career at Škoda Auto was long and very stable. From the beginning of his time at the carmaker, he worked on finishing and correcting cars that, for various reasons, had not been fully assembled on the main line. “This is where the biggest change took place after the merger with the VW Group. The Favorit model was replaced by the Felicia, the car was produced in several variants with different engines,” says Oleg. 

  In 1998, he took up his dream position as a mechanic in the Škoda Museum restoration workshop. “I’ve always been drawn to old cars, and I restore motorcycles myself. Here, I was able to put my years of experience from my previous position to good use,” he describes. 

  In the restoration workshop, he participated in the renovation of some unique cars, such as the Škoda 935 Dynamic. “Everything about that car was unique: the engine, the transmission and even the body. We had to figure out a lot of things during the renovation, come up with solutions somehow,” he recalls. The Dynamic was the last project he worked on; he retired in 2016 before its completion.

• Škoda Classic Tour through employees’ eyes

  Despite rainy weather, a record 237 historic cars lined up for this year’s vintage and youngtimer rally. Four participants shared their impressions, and highlights included a stop at the FabLab, where a robot served drinks, and a drive across the new L&K Bridge. An interview with one organiser explains why driving through the factory is an essential part of the route.

  Škoda Classic Tour Through the Eyes of Employees

  As part of this year’s precision-timed rally, which the carmaker organises for its employees and their families, we asked several participants to share their experiences.

  Changeable weather

  A total of 237 historic cars (veterans and youngtimers) lined up at the start of the 12th annual Škoda Classic Tour employee vintage car rally on 6 September. All Škoda employees showed their love for cars despite the rain that accompanied the start of the rally. For lovers of historic cars who care for and pamper their cars as much as they can, rain is usually unpleasant, especially for owners of open-top cars. “We set off early, before it started raining, then the car stood with the roof covered, and then we were able to drive without the roof. The end of the race was traditionally sunny,” said Miroslav Vlasák (Head of BN – Procurement New Product Launches), who drove in the race with his adult son and daughter in a beautiful red 1961 Škoda Felicia convertible.

  Unusual drive through FabLab

  As always, this year’s race started from the car park between the Customer Centre and the Škoda Museum in Mladá Boleslav, and the first instructions guided the crews straight onto the course. This is already a traditional and almost “mandatory” part of the rally. “This year, we managed to impress the crews with a tour of FabLab, featuring an exhibition of student cars, a demonstration of predictive maintenance technologies, a drive across the new Laurin & Klement bridge over the D10 motorway and a visit to the LZO Logistics Centre,” said Marek Jancák (Head of PF – Car Production), describing the opening part of the rally. 

  The crews were served by a robot 

  This opening part already brought some pleasant surprises for the participants. “I’ve been working at Škoda Auto for 12 years, but we entered the race through a gate I didn’t even know existed,” said Michal Daněk (EEB/4 – Wiring Harness Class A, B), who raced in a Škoda Favorit. He also added another detail: “The organisers always come up with something unusual; this time, for example, a robot served us drinks.” 

  First timed test on the new bridge

  At the Laurin & Klement Bridge, the crews faced the first of a total of five timed trials, in which they had to drive through a given section as accurately as possible within a defined time period. “Given that I was driving a Velorex 16/350, which is not exactly known for its acceleration, my results in the trials varied greatly, from 24th to 174th place,” said Bohuslav Brejša (GQD-2/1 – Purchased Parts – Series Care MB).

  Have you taken a selfie with Laurin yet?

  The rally route led from Mladá Boleslav north to the Liberec region. One stop was the village of Kamení near Pěnčín, the birthplace of one of the company’s founders, Václav Laurin. There, actors dressed as Laurin and his wife welcomed participants, accompanied by a beautiful Laurin & Klement 110.

  When math comes in handy

  The trick question in the first secret trial was the time recording. The racers were tasked with completing a given route in 1.1 minutes. However, many teams made mistakes there. “Maybe we didn‘t focus on it enough, but we hesitated whether it should be 1.1 minutes or one minute and 10 seconds,” said Róbert Schmögner (Head of GQK-2 – QM Body & Paint Shop, Assembly KV), describing the dilemma faced not only by him and his 12-year-old nephew as navigator but also by numerous other teams. A four-second difference is really significant in such a race, even though the participants are more interested in having fun than racing. “This trial got the better of us, too, since 1.1 minutes had to be converted to one minute and six seconds; however, we took it as one minute and 10 seconds. It probably cost us a better position because otherwise, we had deviations of less than half a second in the trials. On the other hand, 64th place is our best result so far, so overall, it’s a great success,” admits M. Daněk, who raced with a friend.

  The basis of every crew

  During the first stage, which ended at the castle in Svijany, the crews underwent further hundredths-of-a-second accuracy trials. This included one secret trial, which caused some racers a bit of trouble. “We know it’s coming, it’s indicated in the roadbook, but we don’t know what it will specifically involve. We have to find out directly on the track and adapt to it almost immediately,” said R. Schmögner, who raced in a Škoda 1000 MB, describing the essence of the secret trial. 

  Can Škoda employees drive in reverse?

  From Svijany, the tour returned in a loop to its destination, which as usual was the Metoděj Vlach Aviation Museum. During this route, the crews had to complete a guessing quiz and, just before that, another accuracy trial – this time in reversing. The task was to reverse as close as possible to a narrow board (which disappears from the exterior mirrors as you approach) without touching it. “You have to turn around and look through the rear window and have a knack for it, so to speak. I ended up reversing to a distance of 59 centimetres from the board,” said M. Daněk. However, the winner of this discipline got as close as four centimetres.

  Good mood at the finish line

  The racers evaluated the current year and looked back on previous ones. “I praise the organising team above all for not repeating the sections and tasks,” said R. Schmögner when evaluating the race. And the last surprise? M. Vlasák returned to the race track on Sunday – as a motorcyclist, he was intrigued by the S-bends near the village of Šimonovice, which were part of the route.

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  This year’s rally winner was Roman Havelka with his Tatra 57. However, the race is not about the brand; the condition for participation is that the car must have been manufactured in 1994 or earlier. “We think that whatever the results, everyone is in it for a great experience,” as participants told us.

  This event attracted my children to cars, especially my son who got a taste of what old cars are all about and now sometimes helps me repair our Felicia model.

  Miroslav Vlasák

  Škoda Felicia (1961)

  The organisers always come up with something unusual; this time, for example, a robot served us drinks.

  Michal Daněk

  Škoda Favorit (1989)

  I only missed the first three years of the Škoda Classic Tour, and I have to say that the route selection is always really great.

  Bohuslav Brejša

  Velorex 16/350 (1970)

  I’ve watched the event grow from its original smaller format to its current size with hundreds of participants, but it still has an excellent atmosphere.

  Róbert Schmögner

  Škoda 1000 MB (1964)

  Škoda Classic Tour from our perspective

  During this year’s event, a video was made that presents the rally from the perspective of one crew. They completed the rally in a Škoda 1000 MBX.

  

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  Driving through the busy hall is a must

  The team that regularly prepares and plans the route for the Mladá Boleslav race is in the lead. We talked to Marek Jancák, Head of PF – Car Production, about when this idea came about and who is responsible for organising it.

  Marek Jancák is one of those who have completed all 12 years of the tour to date and has experience with the race from multiple perspectives. In addition, he and his navigator finished this year’s race in fifth place in a DeLorean DMC-12.

  How is the route planned?

  I propose only and exclusively a route through the Mladá Boleslav plant. A professional team led by Vítězslav Kodym (Head of GKP – Product Communication) then incorporates all of this into the roadbook and the organisation of the entire rally. They are masters in their field.

  I appreciate that I was able to be there when the idea to start such an extraordinary tradition was born.

  When did the idea of driving through the plant actually come about?

  In 2017, it was proposed by one of the tour’s co-founders and former Board Member for Production and Logistics, Michael Oeljeklaus. I added the idea of driving through the production hall along the state-of-the-art PXL pressing line, all while production was in full swing. 

  What needs to be done to include these routes in the race?

  Over the past nine years that the race has led through the plant, we’ve established several firm principles. These include, for example, a photo point in front of Hall M13 and the obligation to offer participants a drive through one of the halls where something is happening.

  Does the preparation require any special steps?

  Alena Víznerová (PF – Car Production) is responsible for preparing the route with the support of the relevant production teams. She would probably tell you that the hardest part is defending the prepared route on Saturday morning against the weekend rush of construction and technology companies, which use this time of production downtime to carry out orders.

  And your impressions of this year’s tour? 

  This year was the first time it rained during the rally. Veteran car drivers, especially those who only drive in good weather like me, are afraid of this. However, the high turnout confirmed that this was not an obstacle. Fortunately, the route was on completely clean roads, so I believe the cars survived without damage. I’m already looking forward to next year.

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• Akce – fotogalerie

  Komunita Škoda EV Lounge se na zářijové akci setkala s předsedou představenstva Klausem Zellmerem a dalšími zástupci automobilky.

  Na polygonu v Úhelnici si vyzkoušeli modely sportovní řady RS a prohlédli si legendární vozy z historie škodováckého motorsportu.

  Zážitkem byla rovněž projížďka v konceptu elektrického soutěžního speciálu Enyaq RS Race.

  K vidění byl také model Elroq Respectline, kterým Škoda Auto vyjadřuje podporu diverzity.

  Na programu byla diskuze s Klausem Zellmerem v Bezděčíně.

  Workshopy seznámily účastníky například s novinkami v aplikaci MyŠkoda.

• Technický vývoj / UX-team – fotogalerie

  UX tým se sestěhoval do společného pracoviště v Česaně.

  Moderní pracoviště umožní urychlit a zlepšit vývoj budoucích řešení pro interiéry vozů Škoda.

  Vše je propojeno tak, aby mohl celý UX tým efektivně spolupracovat a nad řešením nejen diskutovat.

  Ke slavnostnímu otevření nových prostor došlo začátkem září za účasti představitelů z vedení Škoda Auto.

• Prvňáčci – fotogalerie

  Barunka Gáboríková 

  Naše Barunka v den svých 6. narozenin také nastoupila do prvního ročníku ZŠ. Jsme na ni moc hrdí a přejeme jí jen to nejlepší.

  Klárka Machutová 

  Naši Klárku (vpravo) do první třídy doprovodila i starší sestra Kačka, která chodí do 4. třídy stejné školy, a malý bráška Kryštof, který šel poprvé do jesliček.

  Matěj Macoun 

  Matěj se do školy moc těšil a nastoupil do 1. třídy Základní školy v Sobotce. Nechyběla u toho celá rodina – maminka, tatínek i mladší bráška Matouš, kterého zároveň čekal první den ve školce.

  Nikolka Smolová 

  Do školního roku vykročila Nikolka s úsměvem a z prvního dne ve škole měla velkou radost. Přejeme Nikolce a všem dětem mnoho úspěchů i kamarádů.

  Ayansh Dhamane 

  Na tento výjimečný den jsme připravili dárky podle indické tradice, kde se první školní den začíná požehnáním bohyně Saraswati. Připravili jsme proto učitelům na počest jejich důležité role malý dárek v podobě rámečku se symbolem této bohyně.

  Oskar Láník 

  První velký den v jedné z největších základních škol v České republice byl pro našeho Oskara plný očekávání a nakonec i příjemných překvapení.

  Jéňa Flodrman 

  Syn se strašně těšil do školy, protože školka už prý nebyla pro něho. Uvidíme, s jakým nadšením bude mluvit za pár týdnů...

  Kateřina Paulusová 

  Naše dcera nastoupila do ZŠ v Bělé pod Bezdězem a společníka jí v její velký den dělal i mladší bráška Ondřej. Káťa byla z prvního dne nadšená, a ačkoli Ondra teprve nastupuje do školky, odmítal po ukončení zápisu opustit třídu, kde byla spousta zajímavých věcí.

  Adélka Zbudilová 

  První den bylo velké očekávání – sešla jsem se ve třídě s kamarády ze školky. Byla jsem zvědavá, jaká bude paní učitelka a co nás čeká. Nakonec nám paní učitelka řekla, že dělat chyby je v pořádku, a já se už těšila na další den.

• Diverzita / prague-pride – fotogalerie

  „Jsem zastánce toho, že každý z nás má právo si jít za svým štěstím, a proto se rád této akce účastním a tím vyjádřím svou podporu tématům diverzity a inkluze,“ říká Peter Podprocký, vedoucí SE – Škoda Academy, který nesl prapor v čele průvodu (vlevo vedle vozu Respectline).

  „Jako matka transdítěte každý den vidím, s jakými výzvami se potýká. Prague Pride je naděje, že naše děti vyrostou ve světě, kde nebudou muset skrývat svou pravou identitu, budou moci žít autenticky bez strachu z nepochopení nebo odmítnutí,“ říká Helena Chudá (vlevo), IT Enterprise Architect FIT/1 – Enterprise Architektura & Cloud.

  „Letošní Prague Pride byl více než jen oslavou – šlo o silný projev spojení, respektu a komunity. Jsem hrdý, že jsem mohl kráčet po boku inspirativních kolegů ze Škoda Auto, 42 Prague, Digiteq Automotive a Škoda Auto Vysoké školy,“ říká člen představenstva za oblast Nákupu Karsten Schnake, který se průvodu zúčastnil.

  Výrazným symbolem festivalu se stal Elroq Respectline s duhovým zbarvením, navržený jako pocta vzájemnému respektu, rozmanitosti a inkluzi. Návštěvníci si ho mohli prohlédnout na pontonu na Vltavě i přímo v hlavním průvodu.

  Nejkrásnější ozdobou byly barvy hrdosti, které obléklo více než 100 zaměstnanců automobilky včetně zaměstnanecké skupiny Škoda Proud. I díky nim panovala během průvodu mezi všemi přátelská atmosféra.

  „Chci stát za svými přáteli i za lidmi, kteří to mají jinak než většina. Přeji si, aby měl každý možnost svobodně rozhodovat o svém těle, lásce a emocích a aby moje děti jednou vyrůstaly ve světě, který je otevřenější, laskavější a bezpečný pro všechny,“ přeje si Simona Batková (vlevo), IT Delivery manager FIP/7 – IT projekty – Technický vývoj.

• Cyklistika – fotogalerie

  Ženská Tour odstartovala v Bretani a zamířila napříč Francií do Alp.

  Závod poutá rok od roku větší pozornost diváků.

  Škoda Auto dodala flotilu vozů pro pořadatele včetně modelu Enyaq pro ředitelku závodu Marion Rousse.

  Zápolení v celkovém pořadí bylo napínavé až do posledních horských etap.

  Vítězství nakonec vybojovala všestranná francouzská cyklistka Pauline Ferrand-Prévot.

  Souboj o zelený trikot pro nejlepší sprinterku měl jednoznačnější průběh. Vládla mu Nizozemka Lorena Wiebes.

  Trofej sponzorovanou značkou Škoda jí pak předal Johannes Neft, člen představenstva za oblast Technického vývoje.

• Ze světa / best-dealer-event – fotogalerie

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  This time, the event for the best dealers took place at the Pupp Hotel in Karlovy Vary.

  Martin Jahn, Board Member for Sales and Marketing, welcomed the participants.

  Approximately 125 participants attended the meeting.

  The program also included a ride in oldtimers, including the 1000 MB model.

• 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 7. 5. do 30. 5. 2025 (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 zaslat správné znění Kvízu, Určete pořadí a Najděte 5 rozdílů, které Pořadatel zveřejní v tištěné verzi zaměstnaneckých novin Škoda Mobil (vydání 5/2025), nebo v online verzi novin téhož vydání na webové adrese www.skodamobil.cz. Zodpovězením otázek se rozumí odeslání správných odpovědí na Kvíz, Určete pořadí a Najděte 5 rozdílů 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 7. 5. 2025.

• Akce / rozhovor-marek-jancak – fotogalerie

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  Head of PF – Car Production Marek Jancák drove his twelfth tour in a DeLorean DMC-12.

  His co-driver and navigator was Dominik Vild, who is in charge of Front Loading Projects – a process in the PFS – Car Production Management department.

  It is precisely the role of the navigator, who has a roadbook at his disposal, that determines the overall result of the crew.

  The tablet showed the ongoing results in real time, which were not on paper.

  However, as it was also a rally celebrating the company's 130th anniversary, there was also a greeting from Václav Laurin and his wife.

  In the end, this crew finished in 5th place overall.

• 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

• Motorsport / saimaa-cycle-tour – fotogalerie

  Mistr světa v rally v kategorii WRC2 z roku 2022 se ve Finsku postavil na trať cyklistické Saimaa Cycle Tour.

  Hlavním partnerem maratonské jízdy, která láká tisíce účastníků, je značka Škoda.

  Nejnáročnější trasa dosahuje 300 kilometrů.

  Saimaa Cycle Tour je určena silničním cyklistům, má však i kategorii pro gravel.

  Účastníci si užívají krásnou jezerní krajinu i „bílou“ noc, kdy oblohu neustále alespoň částečně osvětlují sluneční paprsky.

  Emil Lindholm využívá cyklistiku jako fyzickou přípravu pro závody rally.

• Digitalizace / B2B-portal – fotogalerie

  Novou verzi B2B portálu spustil v červenci tým VVM/3 – Odbytové systémy a procesy ve spolupráci s kolegy z oblasti Škoda IT.

  Tým na novém rozsáhlém řešení pracoval jeden a půl roku.

  Zcela přepracované je i uživatelské rozhraní portálu, které nyní odpovídá nové korporátní identitě Škoda Auto.

• Logistika / projekt-VW – fotogalerie

  Tým Expedičního centra dílů s vedoucím PL – Logistiky značky.

  Převěšení karoserie Volkswagen Golf na dřevěný rack.

  Manipulace karoserie před nakládkou do kontejneru.

  Karoserie připravená pro nakládku do expedičního kontejneru.

• 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.

• Ze světa / Vietnam – fotogalerie

  OK

  The Slavia model was launched on the Vietnamese market in mid-September.

  As in Europe, Škoda emphasizes the practicality of its cars and their advantages for an active lifestyle.

  The launch of the Slavia model was accompanied by a promotional drive across Vietnam, with which Škoda Auto joined in the celebrations of the republic's anniversary.

  An important feature of the car for Vietnamese customers is high-quality connectivity.

  The Slavia is available in four colors – Carbon Gray, Candy White, Tornado Red, and Lava Blue.

• Akce / setkani-byvali-zaměstnanci – fotogalerie

  Setkání s bývalými zaměstnanci Škoda Auto a jejich blízkými proběhlo ve Škoda Muzeu.

  Zaměstnancům, kteří odešli do důchodu v roce 2024, osobně poděkovali Maren Gräf, členka představenstva za oblast Lidé a kultura, a Jaroslav Povšík, předseda Odborů KOVO.

  Ti na pódiu ocenili i dva nejdéle sloužící bývalé zaměstnance.

  Součástí akce byl bohatý doprovodný a kulturní program, například v podání Báry Basikové a Petra Kutheila…

  … nebo akrobatické skupiny AirGym.

  Hosté si však mohli prohlédnout i modely vozů z aktuální nabídky značky Škoda.

• Vzdělávání / welcome-week – fotogalerie

  Zástupci Škoda Auto, Odborů KOVO a Škoda Academy slavnostně přivítali žáky prvních ročníků SOUs ve Škoda Muzeu.

  Poté následoval jejich seznamovací týden (Welcome week) v prostředí tábora Nedamov.

  Adaptační program byl plný nejen společných her a akcí, žáci zde tradičně navrhovali své imaginární firmy a vozy.

• Téma / MMK – fotogalerie

  OK

  Klaus Zellmer summarized key topics, described the current situation at Škoda Auto, and outlined the outlook for the coming months.

  This time, MMK took advantage of the generous facilities of the Křižík Pavilions at the Prague Exhibition Grounds.

  MMK activities took place both inside the exhibition halls and around the fountain.

  Representatives of the carmaker's management and external guests spoke at the conference.

  Hundreds of managers took part in discussions, workshops, and informal meetings.

• Téma / MMK-AI – fotogalerie

  OK

  Marketplace AI Experts Discovery took place at the Nová Spirála theater, which features a unique circular stage in the middle of the auditorium.

  The building is located in the exhibition grounds right next to the Křižík Pavilions, so MMK participants had easy access.

  Managers were treated to practical demonstrations of the use of artificial intelligence.

  Short AI Snacks videos also show how to work with these tools.

  One of the tools presented was Synthesia, which allows you to generate videos with AI avatars.