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Škoda is expanding its Simply Clever range with an innovative new power washing system – Hound Hose. The new accessory is designed to clean the paws of dirty dogs before getting back in the car after long walks, keeping customers’ beloved canines and cars squeaky clean.

Škoda has secured yet more silverware for its best-selling electric models at the annual Fleet News Awards. The Elroq and Enyaq were named as clear winners in two of the most competitive categories in the industry, comfortably outscoring both electric and ICE-powered rivals to take their respective titles.

Škoda UK has announced the winners of its 2025 Retailer of the Year (ROTY) Awards, with Vindis Škoda (Bury St Edmunds) recording back-to-back wins to retain its title for 2025. In a remarkable night for the Suffolk-based retailer, Vindis also recorded two major category wins – a first at the Škoda Retailer of the Year Awards.

The Škoda Museum is continuing to expand its exhibition offering with another attractive depository space now open to the public. Following the first phase, ‘Sleeping Beauties’, which opened in December 2025, the second hall, named ‘Concepts Unmasked’, is now opening its doors to visitors. Here, Škoda Auto presents concepts, design studies and prototypes from the late 1950s to the present day. Visits are available by prior reservation and as part of a guided tour. Together, the two depositories add more than 50 attractive exhibits to the main Škoda Museum exhibition.

Škoda has once again demonstrated the real-world capability of the all-electric Enyaq by embarking on an epic journey into one of the planet‘s most remote environments. The adventure saw drivers from BBC Top Gear and BBC Earth take a standard production Enyaq Coupé vRS to the Great Rift Valley in northern Kenya – often described as the Cradle of Humankind – to explore one of the most significant landscapes in human history.

Škoda UK is marking the 30th anniversary of the Octavia with the introduction of a dramatic new colour – chosen by Škoda UK fans who took part in online polls. Following a vote across Škoda UK’s social media platforms, the brand’s followers decided that Dragon Skin should be added as a new colour option for the Octavia vRS. As a result of the vote, Octavia vRS buyers in the UK will be able to specify their car in Dragon Skin from 4 March.

Škoda Auto continues to build on its long-standing all-wheel-drive heritage and currently offers customers its broadest 4x4 portfolio across a wide range of segments: from the Octavia and Superb, through the Karoq and Kodiaq SUVs, to the all-electric Elroq and Enyaq models. State-of-the-art all-wheel-drive technology improves traction, stability, safety and comfort by supporting driving dynamics in demanding conditions, for example on wet roads, snow and unpaved surfaces.

Škoda Motorsport’s legacy dates back to 1901, when it started with motorcycle racing events. In the present day, victories and titles are fought for and won in in the WRC2 category of the FIA World Rally Championship, the FIA European Rally Championship and other regional and national rally series. To celebrate its 125 years anniversary, Škoda Motorsport is equipping each new Škoda Fabia RS Rally2 sold to customers with additional features for the anniversary year.

Škoda is adding a special limited-edition model to its award-winning Kodiaq line-up. The new Kodiaq Edition X marks 10 years since the unveiling of the SUV that helped transform Škoda into the brand it is today. The new model, which features a value-packed standard specification, celebrates the ongoing success of Škoda’s flagship SUV, which has sat at the top of the brand’s product line-up since its introduction in 2016. Priced at £40,590 OTR (P11D £39,995), the new Kodiaq Edition X sits below the Government Expensive Car Supplement threshold, meaning even lower running costs for owners.

Škoda has updated the infotainment systems of its all-electric Enyaq (with software 4.0 and higher) and Elroq models, adding new on-board entertainment features: the AirConsole gaming platform, the Škoda Play video service offering personalised news and learning content from a wide range of authorised partners, and native Spotify integration.

Škoda is celebrating 25 years of vRS in the UK, marking a quarter century of performance models that have shaped the brand’s modern identity.

Škoda Auto will unveil its all-new, all-electric Epiq in the first half of this year.

Škoda has secured a remarkable six category wins in the annual Diesel&EcoCar Used Car Top 50 awards. The Enyaq, Octavia, Superb and Kodiaq were all named as the best in their sectors, with no fewer than seven Škoda models appearing in the top 15.

In 2025, 1,065,000 Škoda cars were produced worldwide, representing a year-on-year increase of 15%. In addition, the carmaker built more than 329,000 battery systems for Škoda electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles, as well as for other Volkswagen Group models, along with more than 1,030,000 transmissions and over 500,000 engines.

Building on the an already impressive collection of industry accolades the Škoda Elroq has added another major honour to its name by being crowned Best Medium Crossover at the 2026 UK Car of the Year Awards. Judges commended the Elroq for its refined driving dynamics, clever interior packaging and outstanding overall value, noting how convincingly it leads its class.

Škoda has secured another impressive raft of category wins and coveted Best Buy awards at the annual What Car? Awards. The Superb claimed back its Estate Car of the Year title after a two-year hiatus, while the Scala, Elroq and Kodiaq were all recognised for their unbeatable qualities and value for money.

Škoda Auto India has introduced the updated Kushaq in the key Indian market. Featuring segment-first technologies – including an all-new eight-speed torque-converter automatic transmission and a Rear Seat Massage function – together with additional features and standard equipment, the model follows Škoda Auto India’s principle of making European engineering more accessible on Indian roads. The updated Kushaq builds on the success of its predecessor, which sold more than 94,900 units and is exported to growth markets such as Vietnam, the Middle East, and Africa. 

Having already scooped a host of awards in 2025, the Elroq has started its 2026 collection with top honours in the annual Company Car & Van of the Year Awards.

Škoda Auto delivered 1,043,900 vehicles to customers worldwide (+12.7%), recording its strongest sales performance in the past six years. In Europe (EU 27+4), Škoda delivered 836,200 vehicles (+9.9%), for the first time becoming the third best-selling car brand in its core market. A key driver of this performance was the success of Škoda’s BEV and PHEV models: one in four Škoda models (25.7%) were delivered with a plug. Additionally, strong demand for the Elroq and Enyaq lifted Škoda to fourth place among Europe’s electric vehicle manufacturers.

Learning from data: Volkswagen Group launches Europe-wide initiative for greater road safety

• Volkswagen Group brands including Škoda aim to further optimise driver assistance systems using sensor and image data from customer vehicles and real traffic situations

• Positive contribution to overall road safety is expected

• Customer consent is a fundamental prerequisite

• Planned rollout across around 40 European countries starting January 2026

Following last year’s 130th-anniversary celebrations, Škoda Auto will mark a series of anniversaries in 2026, recognising key moments and model lines from both its early years and recent history: Škoda Motorsport turns 125, it is 35 years since the Czech carmaker joined the Volkswagen Group, and the modern-era Octavia celebrates its 30th birthday.

Škoda’s remarkable growth in the UK continued in 2025 with the Czech brand once again outperforming the new car market to set new records across both retail and True Fleet channels. The brand also recorded a record full-year market share, successfully increasing on the previous best figures set in 2024.

In spring 2022, Škoda introduced its new Modern Solid design language with the Vision 7S concept. The concept clearly signposted the brand’s future direction, shaped by sustainability, functional design and cutting-edge technology. It also provided an outlook on a future all-electric 7-seater production model. Škoda’s new flagship will celebrate its world premiere in summer 2026, and its name reflects its position at the top of the Czech car manufacturer’s portfolio: ‘Peaq’.

Škoda is set to end the year with another Car of the Year award. The Czech brand’s mid-size all-electric SUV has added to its remarkable haul of industry titles by topping The Car Expert’s list of the best cars for 2026.