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Škoda is set to deliver a double bonus for customers with the addition of a new long-range model to the award-winning Elroq line-up along with official confirmation of models eligible for the Band 2 £1,500 UK Government’s Electric Car Grant (ECG)‡. Announced in July, the Government scheme gives buyers instant savings on eligible EVs and marks a further step in Škoda’s drive to make electric motoring more accessible and affordable for UK drivers.

Škoda has revisited one of the most characterful cars in its history, unveiling a contemporary reimagining of the classic Felicia Fun pick-up. The new design study, developed by French stylist Julien Petitseigneur, channels the spirit of the late 1990s cult model while incorporating Škoda’s Modern Solid design language.

Škoda Auto is an official partner of the UCI Mountain Bike World Championships for the first time this year. The event runs from 30 August to 14 September across seven venues in Valais, Switzerland. Škoda is supplying 13 electrified vehicles and designing the ‘hot seat’ for downhill race leaders. Coverage will be featured on Škoda’s WeLoveCycling.com platform, with engaging content and competitions for mountain-bike fans.

For more than 20 years, Škoda has been a trusted partner to the UK’s emergency services, supplying dependable, high-performance vehicles that keep pace with the toughest demands on the road. Now, that legacy takes another step forward with the new, second generation Kodiaq having successfully passed the rigorous Metropolitan Police brake test, earning approval for operational use across the force.

Mladá Boleslav, 14 August 2025 - Škoda Auto reveals the first exterior video of the Vision O design study, unveiling details of development of the Modern Solid design language. A glance at the sleekly styled rear of the estate model underlines the clear focus on aerodynamics. With the Vision O concept, Škoda Auto reinforces its leadership in the European estate segment and boldly sets a new course of innovation for future models.

Škoda Auto took part in the 15th Prague Pride Festival for the 4th consecutive year and, for the first time, served as the event’s main partner. More than 100 employees joined workshops and the main parade. Colleagues from partner organisations 42 Prague, Digiteq Automotive and Škoda Auto University also marched alongside the Škoda team. Festival-goers were able to view the Elroq Respectline, a car celebrating mutual respect, diversity and inclusion. In June this dedication earned the company the Pride Business Forum’s Award in Bronze category for LGBTQ+ Friendly Employer.

This year, Škoda Auto again served as the official main partner of the Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift, the largest women’s cycling event. In addition to the year-round vehicle fleet provided to the organiser A.S.O., the Czech carmaker supplied a fleet of 32 electrified Enyaq and Superb iV vehicles. Also, Škoda Design created the green crystal trophy for the winner of the points classification, Lorena Wiebes. The 2025 staging saw 154 riders in 22 teams compete over nine stages and 1,165 kilometres – the longest route in the event’s history.

Škoda UK is offering a £1,500 ‘Grant Guarantee’^‡ from 1 August, giving customers a saving when they order selected Elroq and Enyaq SUV models^* by 31 August and take delivery with the new ‘75’ plate from 1 September 2025. The initiative, which covers 11 models in Škoda’s award-winning line-up (excluding Enyaq Coupé), ensures that customers benefit from a lower price, ahead of the Government confirming eligibility for its recently-announced Electric Car Grant.