#ExploreŠkoda Podcast 2.0

#ExploreŠkoda Podcast 2.0 episodes:

• 06.11.2024

  #ExploreSkoda News: Škoda Auto appoints Chan Park as new Head of Interior Design

  Mladá Boleslav, 11 June 2024 – Effective from 3 June 2024, Chan Park has assumed the role of Head of Interior Design at Škoda Auto. The alumnus of the Royal College of Art joins the Czech carmaker with a wealth...

  
• 06.03.2024

  #ExploreSkoda News: European Diversity Month: Škoda Auto focuses on fostering mutual respect across genders and generations

  Mladá Boleslav, 3 June 2024 – Škoda Auto has taken part in European Diversity Month for the fourth consecutive year. This initiative, promoted by the European Commission each May, underscores the importance of diversity and inclusion in both the workplace...

  
• 05.30.2024

  #ExploreSkoda News: Škoda Auto launches state-of-the-art Simulation Centre for advanced vehicle testing

  Mladá Boleslav, 30 May 2024 – Škoda Auto has inaugurated new facilities for the Emissions Centre and a brand-new Simulation Centre in Mladá Boleslav. Following investments of almost €22 million, the laboratory will bolster the car manufacturer’s in-house development capabilities...

  
• 05.27.2024

  #ExploreSkoda News: IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship 2024: MVP Trophy made by Škoda Design presented to Kevin Fiala

  Mladá Boleslav, 27 May 2024 – The Czech Republic has won the home IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship, which took place from 10 to 26 May. In a closely contested final, the Czechs won 2:0 against Switzerland in the capital...

  
• 05.24.2024

  #ExploreSkoda Podcast: Connectivity fans will find their match in The new Octavia

  The dynamic presentation of The new Škoda Octavia took us to Southern Moravia. We thoroughly discussed the brand's bestseller from A to Z, with a particular emphasis on connectivity, which has noticeably advanced. Insights were provided by František Budinský, Škoda...

  
• 05.22.2024

  #ExploreSkoda News: International Day for Biological Diversity: Škoda Auto supports environmental protection and sustainability measures worldwide

  Mladá Boleslav, 22 May 2024 – To mark the International Day for Biological Diversity, Škoda Auto is presenting its measures and projects aimed at promoting biodiversity around the world as part of its GreenFuture strategy. The carmaker’s goal is to...

  
• 05.22.2024

  #ExploreSkoda News: Škoda releases the first silhouette of the all-new battery-electric Elroq

  Mladá Boleslav, 22 May 2024 – Škoda Auto has released the first official silhouette images of the all-new Elroq. The fully electric compact SUV is Škoda’s first production model to adopt the Modern Solid design language. The minimalist exterior combines...

  
• 05.13.2024

  #ExploreSkoda Podcast: The all-new Superb Combi is even more spacious

  The flagship of Škoda's car portfolio with combustion engines is arriving with a new generation. Featuring the latest Matrix LED headlights and a new generation of adaptive DCC+ chassis and the latest generation of plug-in hybrid drive. We discussed all...

  
• 05.07.2024

  #ExploreSkoda News: Škoda Auto is the official main sponsor of the IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship for 31st time

  Mladá Boleslav, 7 May 2024 – Škoda Auto is the official main sponsor of the IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship for the 31st time. The car manufacturer will also serve as the official mobility provider for the event, taking place...

  
• 05.02.2024

  #ExploreSkoda News: First sketches of Škoda Enyaq RS Race: Concept study combines motorsport DNA and sustainability

  Mladá Boleslav, 2 May 2024 – With the new Enyaq RS Race concept study, Škoda Auto is exploring new sustainability possibilities in motorsports while further enhancing the brand’s emotional appeal. Raising Škoda’s motorsport DNA to the next level, the Enyaq...

  
• 05.02.2024

  #ExploreSkoda News: Škoda Auto delivers solid performance in first quarter, strengthens position in European market

  Mladá Boleslav, 2 May 2024 – Škoda Auto has begun 2024 with solid financial and sales results. Demand for the Czech car manufacturer’s models remains high: in the first three months of the year, Škoda Auto delivered 220,500 vehicles worldwide...

  
• 04.30.2024

  #ExploreSkoda Podcast: Kodiaq excels not only with efficient engines

  The all-new Škoda Kodiaq presents a more captivating design, comfortable seats, multifunctional Smart Dials controls and an extensive range of efficient engines. Our recent tour of this SUV in Barcelona revealed its highlights. What impressed us? A detailed conversation with...

  
• 04.22.2024

  #ExploreSkoda News: Closing the loop with every cup: Škoda Auto launches sustainable ‘Curiosity Fuel’ coffee in its Czech plants

  Mladá Boleslav, 22 April 2024 – Škoda Auto has introduced its own ‘Curiosity Fuel’ coffee at its Czech plants and offices. The coffee, which is grown, roasted and packaged specially for the car manufacturer, preserves the local environment and supports...

  
• 04.17.2024

  #ExploreSkoda News: Škoda Vision Gran Turismo: Škoda Auto announces world premiere details

  Mladá Boleslav, 18 April 2024 – Škoda will unveil the Škoda Vision Gran Turismo concept car on 24 April at 18:00 CEST. The world premiere will be broadcast live from the PLAYzone Arena in Prague and can be followed on...

  
• 04.12.2024

  #ExploreSkoda Podcast: New MyŠkoda app brings everything in one place

  The enhanced MyŠkoda app impresses with its sleek design, user-friendly interface,and above all, a wide range of practical features conveniently consolidated in one place. What posed the most significant challenge during its development? All of these aspects and more were...

  
• 04.08.2024

  #ExploreSkoda News: Škoda Auto launches production of refreshed Octavia: a new chapter in sustainability and innovation

  Mladá Boleslav, 8 April 2024 – Škoda Auto has launched series production of the refreshed Octavia at its main plant in Mladá Boleslav. The upgraded fourth generation of the brand’s bestseller features a redesigned Škoda grille, new second-generation LED matrix...

  
• 04.04.2024

  #ExploreSkoda News: New MyŠkoda app combining several new functions in one application for enhanced customer experience

  Mladá Boleslav, 4 April 2024 – The refreshed MyŠkoda app now serves as a unified platform for owners of all current compatible Škoda models. It offers seamless vehicle access and introduces a wide range of new and further improved features,...

  
• 03.28.2024

  #ExploreSkoda News: New IT hub in the Czech Republic: Škoda Auto and Volkswagen Group Technology Solutions India (VWITS) strengthen strategic partnership

  Mladá Boleslav, 28 March 2024 – Škoda Auto is opening a Volkswagen Group Technology Solutions India (VWITS) regional office in Prague. The new facility will strengthen collaboration and create new links with specialists in India, where VWITS operates one of...

  
• 03.22.2024

  #ExploreSkoda Podcast: The acoustic landscape shifts with the rise of electric cars

  Vehicle acoustics is becoming an increasingly important topic. What are the key trends in this field? How will car sounds evolve in the foreseeable future? And what makes electric vehicles distinct? These and many more topics were explored in our...

  
• 03.20.2024

  #ExploreSkoda News: Škoda Auto’s 2023 Sustainability Report: Updated ESG strategy and advancements towards a more sustainable future

  Mladá Boleslav, 20 March 2024 – The 2023 Škoda Auto Sustainability Report provides a comprehensive overview of the Czech carmaker’s updated sustainability strategy, detailing initiatives and advancements across all Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) areas. Škoda Auto is dedicated to...

  
• 03.20.2024

  #ExploreSkoda News: Celebrating 65 Years of the Octavia and Felicia: Two iconic model designations in Škoda’s rich heritage

  Mladá Boleslav, 20 March 2024 – This year marks the 65th anniversary of two iconic model designations, which have carved out their place in Škoda Auto’s current era: the Octavia and Felicia. Both vehicles were first presented to the public...

  
• 03.15.2024

  #ExploreSkoda News: Electric mobility: Entry-level BEV will be Škoda Epiq

  Mladá Boleslav, 15 March 2024 – Small becomes epic: Škoda Auto has revealed the name of its battery-electric city SUV crossover, along with a design study showing a first glimpse of the new model. The Škoda Epiq, due to be...

  
• 03.15.2024

  #ExploreSkoda News: Strong earnings in 2023 demonstrate robust business model within ongoing transformation

  Mladá Boleslav, 15 March 2024 – The Škoda Auto Group achieved a record revenue of €26.5 billion in 2023 (2022: €21.0 billion; +26.2%). The company significantly increased its operating profit by 182.3% compared to the previous year to €1.8 billion...

  
• 03.13.2024

  #ExploreSkoda News: Friday: Škoda Auto presents 2023 financial results & Small BEV design preview at Annual Press Conference

  Mladá Boleslav, 13 March 2024 – This Friday at 10:00 CET, Škoda Auto will present its 2023 financial results and provide an outlook on its current developments and strategic plans via livestream. Additionally, Škoda Auto will offer an exclusive sneak...

  
• 03.07.2024

  #ExploreSkoda News: Škoda Auto’s Annual Press Conference: financial insights & BEV design preview

  Mladá Boleslav, 7 March 2024 – Škoda Auto will be broadcasting this year’s Annual Press Conference live online on Friday, 15 March at 10:00 Central European Time. The livestream will be accessible on the Škoda Storyboard and the company’s official...

  
• 03.05.2024

  #ExploreSkoda News: Škoda Auto’s ‘BeeGreen’ hackathon delivers pioneering IT solutions for sustainable development

  Mladá Boleslav, 5 March 2024 – From 29 February to 1 March, Škoda Auto hosted the BeeGreen hackathon. The carmaker extended invitations to seven teams consisting of 60 international IT experts to take part in the competition. The participants were...

  
• 03.04.2024

  #ExploreSkoda News: Laurin & Klement Kampus: Construction of Škoda Auto’s new headquarters completed

   Mladá Boleslav, 4 March 2024 – After laying the foundation stone in May 2022, Škoda Auto is pleased to announce the completion of its new headquarters in Mladá Boleslav, the Laurin & Klement Kampus (LKK). The first employees of the...

  
• 02.29.2024

  #ExploreSkoda News: Škoda Auto extends its sponsorship agreement with Tour de France and Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift until 2028

  Mladá Boleslav, 29 February 2024 – Building on two decades as the Tour de France’s official main partner and vehicle provider, Škoda Auto announces the extension of the partnership to 2028. The renewed agreement with Amaury Sport Organisation (A.S.O.) also...

  
• 02.27.2024

  #ExploreSkoda News: All-new Škoda compact SUV for the Indian market announced

  Mladá Boleslav, 27 February, 2024 – Škoda Auto India has announced an all-new compact SUV as the next step of its product offensive in the country after Kushaq and Slavia. The strategically important new car in the popular compact segment...

  
• 02.22.2024

  #ExploreSkoda News: Škoda’s Enyaq family surpasses 200,000 production milestone

  Mladá Boleslav, 22 February, 2024 – Škoda Auto has reached a significant milestone in advancing its e-mobility strategy, marking the production of 200,000 units of the Enyaq and Enyaq Coupé models. The jubilee car is a white Enyaq Coupé Sportline,...

  
• 02.15.2024

  #ExploreSkoda News: Škoda Museum has unveiled sustainability-focused exhibition

  Mladá Boleslav, 15 February 2024 – Protecting the environment and minimising the company’s environmental impact has long been central to Škoda Auto’s corporate strategy. Between 17 January and 16 June, the Škoda Museum is hosting a comprehensive exhibition showcasing the...

  
• 02.15.2024

  #ExploreSkoda News: Škoda Octavia and Fabia win at the ‘auto motor und sport’ Readers’ Choice Awards

  Mladá Boleslav, 14 February 2024 – A repeat success: this year, both the Škoda Fabia and Octavia have secured the title of best import car within their respective classes in the renowned Best Cars Readers’ Choice Awards. In the 48th...

  
• 02.14.2024

  #ExploreSkoda Podcast:The refreshed Škoda Octavia is more powerful and refined

  The refreshed Škoda Octavia has had its digital premiere. The facelift of Škoda Auto's best-selling model brings a variety of novelties. Where have the key changes taken place? What about the individual engine options? Adding her intriguing perspective to all...

  
• 02.12.2024

  #ExploreSkoda News: Curtains up for the updated Škoda Octavia

  Mladá Boleslav, 12 February 2024 – The world premiere of the refreshed Škoda Octavia is drawing closer: Škoda Auto will reveal its updated bestseller on Wednesday, 14 February at 10:00 CET. The event will take place in a Virtual Studio...

  
• 02.06.2024

  #ExploreSkoda News: Škoda releases first sketches of the refreshed Octavia

  Mladá Boleslav, 6 February 2024 – Škoda Auto has published exterior sketches of the refreshed Octavia. The fourth modern generation continues the legacy of the brand’s iconic model, which has achieved over seven million sales since its launch in 1996....

  
• 02.05.2024

  #ExploreSkoda News: Škoda Auto opens new training facility in Kvasiny

  Mladá Boleslav/ Kvasiny, 5 February 2024 – Škoda Auto announces the opening of advanced technical training facilities at its Kvasiny site, aimed at strengthening robotics and automation skills among its workforce. The initiative is designed to equip employees with both...

  
• 01.31.2024

  #ExploreSkoda News: Škoda celebrates 90 years of the Superb at the Rétromobile Exhibition

  Mladá Boleslav/ Paris, 31 January 2024 – At the Rétromobile exhibition in Paris, Škoda is celebrating the 90th anniversary of the Superb’s production launch. Along with the Superb, the carmaker’s display at Porte de Versailles includes the sporty Škoda 1100...

  
• 01.31.2024

  #ExploreSkoda News: Škoda Auto releases teaser of the updated Octavia

  Mladá Boleslav, 31 January 2024 – Škoda Auto is offering a sneak peek at the modernised Škoda Octavia with a short exterior teaser. The updated bestseller, available in both hatchback and Combi estate body styles, will be officially unveiled soon. This...

  
• 01.30.2024

  #ExploreSkoda News: Škoda Auto enters Brunei market, advancing its internationalisation strategy across ASEAN

  Mladá Boleslav, 30. January 2024 – Advancing its ongoing internationalisation strategy, Škoda Auto has officially entered the Brunei market. In the Bruneian capital, Bandar Seri Begawan, the carmaker inaugurated its first showroom alongside representatives of its local partner, T.C.Y. Motors....

  
• 01.29.2024

  #ExploreSkoda News: Škoda Auto launches production of upgraded Scala and Kamiq

  Mladá Boleslav, 29 January 2024 – Škoda Auto has started producing the updated Scala compact car and the Kamiq city SUV at its main plant in Mladá Boleslav. The latest enhancements to these product lines include new equipment features and...

  
• 01.26.2024

  #ExploreSkoda News: New Škoda Auto Experience Centre in Vietnam welcomes its first visitors

  Mladá Boleslav, 26. January 2024 – Škoda Auto has opened a new Experience Centre in Hanoi. This unique showroom, rolled out in the Czech automaker’s new corporate identity, serves customers during the day and transforms into a cultural centre at...

  
• 01.26.2024

  #ExploreSkoda News: Three decades on: Remembering the Škoda Favorit’s four consecutive Monte Carlo Rally victories

  Mladá Boleslav, 26 January 2023 – The Škoda brand has been closely associated with motorsport since the very beginning, with a history marked by significant achievements and heroic performances. The Škoda Favorit teams literally wrote their chapter in golden letters....

  
• 01.24.2024

  #ExploreSkoda News: Czech Republic as a European semiconductor centre: Škoda Auto showcases Automotive Technology Innovation with onsemi

  Mladá Boleslav/ Rožnov pod Radhoštěm, 24 January 2024 – Škoda Auto demonstrated the importance of continued technology innovation for the advancement of the automotive industry through its ongoing collaboration with onsemi. During a meeting in Prague, Karsten Schnake, Škoda Auto...

  
• 01.23.2024

  #ExploreSkoda News: Škoda Auto produces over 888,000 vehicles worldwide in 2023

  Mladá Boleslav, 23 January 2024 – In 2023, Škoda Auto manufactured over 781,000 vehicles at its Czech plants, and its international facilities contributed an additional 107,000 units. The company’s scope of production was not limited to vehicles; it manufactured key...

  
• 01.17.2024

  #ExploreSkoda News: Škoda Auto launches production of the all-new Kodiaq in Kvasiny

  Mladá Boleslav/ Kvasiny, 17 January 2024 – Škoda Auto announces the launch of series production of the second-generation Kodiaq, its SUV flagship model, at the plant in Kvasiny, Czech Republic. In preparation, the company has made considerable investments into modernising...

  
• 01.12.2024

  #ExploreSkoda News: Škoda Auto delivers 866,800 vehicles worldwide in 2023

  Mladá Boleslav, 12 January 2024 – In 2023, Škoda Auto achieved a notable increase in its vehicle deliveries, reaching a total of 866,800 units. This represents significant growth of 18.5% over the previous year. Germany continues to be the brand’s...

  
• 01.10.2024

  #ExploreSkoda News: Škoda Auto enhances user experience by integrating “ChatGPT” into its vehicles

  Mladá Boleslav, 10 January 2024 – Škoda Auto announces the integration of the AI-based chatbot ChatGPT into its Laura voice assistant. This important step will enhance the in-vehicle experience of many customers and help to make everyday life easier. Škoda...

  
• 12.21.2023

  #ExploreSkoda Podcast: The Enyaq 2024 will impress with new engines and faster charging

  In the Austrian Alps we thoroughly tested the electric Škoda Enyaq for the model year 2024. How did the new engines handle challenging terrain? How has charging speed improved? How does the latest vehicle software version 4.0 perform? And what...

  
• 12.18.2023

  #ExploreSkoda News: Škoda Auto launches the largest logistics system changeover in its Vrchlabí plant over the past 25 years

  Vrchlabí, 18 December 2023 – Škoda Auto is transforming its logistics processes to a uniform system under a Group-wide project called Project ONE Log. A new, standardised SAP solution will replace a large variety of existing systems. The Company thus...

  
• 12.13.2023

  #ExploreSkoda News: Škoda logo with the winged arrow first registered 100 years ago

  Mladá Boleslav, 14 December 2023 – The iconic circular Škoda logo with the winged arrow was first registered as a trademark at the patent office in Pilsen on 15 December 1923. Since its initial appearance on vehicles from Mladá Boleslav...