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Škoda Auto confirmed its strong position in the global market in the first half of 2026, delivering 555,700 vehicles to customers worldwide, up 9.1% year on year. In Europe (EU27+4), the carmaker remained the second-best-selling brand, retaining the position it held after the first quarter. Driven by growing customer demand for electric vehicles, deliveries of the all-electric Elroq and Enyaq rose 48.3% year on year to 108,200 vehicles. These results make Škoda the fourth-best-selling BEV brand in Europe.

Škoda is renaming one of the UK’s most significant national parks to mark the introduction of the new all-electric Peaq. For one week only, the park will become the Peaq District, encouraging staycationers to explore the UK’s outdoor spaces after research revealed that nearly a third of people (29%) have never visited one of its national parks.

Škoda UK has delivered an exceptional performance in the first half of 2026, setting a raft of new records, from overall sales volume to market share. 

The 113th Tour de France gets under way on Saturday with the Grand Départ in Barcelona, Spain. Škoda Auto is the main partner of the world’s most famous cycling race for the 23rd consecutive year and will present its two new all-electric models to the public for the first time: the Škoda Epiq and the new flagship Škoda Peaq. The Peaq SUV will serve as Race Director Christian Prudhomme’s ‘Red Car’ on 12 of the 21 stages. For the remaining stages, he will use a Superb iV plug-in hybrid as his mobile command centre.

Škoda has continued its remarkable winning streak at the Auto Express New Car Awards by taking no fewer than three coveted category wins. The Superb, Elroq and Kodiaq were recognised as the very best in their respective sectors, with the Kodiaq recording its seventh win in nine years.

Today, Škoda Auto will present its new flagship, the all-electric seven-seater Peaq, in Monnetier-Mornex, France. For fans of the brand worldwide, the company will stream the reveal live from 18:25 CEST.

Škoda Auto has unveiled interior design sketches of its all-new electric seven-seater flagship, the Škoda Peaq. The illustrations show a cabin that combines generous space and clean architecture and provides a lounge-like atmosphere shaped by comfortable materials and an intuitive user interface. The world premiere will take place in Monnetier-Mornex, France, on 23 June 2026 at 18:25.

Škoda Auto has appointed Chris Froome, one of the world’s most successful road cyclists, as an international Brand Cycling Ambassador. The renowned rider will take part in a range of Škoda cycling activities, including those around the upcoming Tour de France. He will make his first appearance in his new role at the world premiere of the all-new electric Škoda Peaq on 23 June.

The Škoda Enyaq has added to its remarkable tally of industry accolades by taking the Best Car for Running Costs award at the annual Auto Trader Drivers’ Choice Awards. The award, which was voted for by owners, highlights the Enyaq’s exceptional efficiency, long driving range and value for money – qualities that Škoda buyers have come to expect.

Series production of Škoda’s new all-electric entry model, the Epiq, has begun at the Volkswagen Navarra plant in Pamplona, Spain. As part of the Electric Urban Car Family from the Volkswagen Brand Group Core (BGC), this marks an important step in strengthening synergies within the BGC: all four models from CUPRA, Volkswagen and Škoda will be produced at plants in Spain. 

Škoda Auto has revealed exterior sketches of its all-new electric seven-seater Peaq. The new flagship SUV’s visual presence is defined by clearly defined surfaces, precise lines, and distinctive lighting elements. The world premiere will take place in Monnetier-Mornex, France, at 18:25 on 23 June 2026.

Škoda has confirmed final UK specifications, pricing and order details for the new, all-electric Epiq. The Epiq extends the brand’s electric model range into the entry-level segment, combining compact dimensions with a spacious interior and high everyday usability.

Škoda is set to broaden the appeal of its best-selling Karoq by adding a new, value packed trim level. The new Karoq Design Edition features a striking exterior design package along with a high standard specification to give buyers even better value for money.

Next Tuesday, Škoda Auto will present its all-new electric SUV crossover, the Škoda Epiq, in Zurich. For fans of the brand worldwide, the company will host a livestream of the reveal starting at 14:00 CEST on 19 May.

Škoda has announced a limited time offer in collaboration with Forest Holidays, to celebrate the 10-year anniversary of the Kodiaq. With every Kodiaq SUV ordered between 8 -17 May 2026, Škoda UK and Forest Holidays will offer customers a free holiday of their choice.

Škoda Auto is offering a first glimpse of the interior of the new Epiq. The brand’s most affordable all-electric compact SUV is Škoda’s first series-production model to fully implement all aspects of the Modern Solid design language, focusing on clear layout and minimalist style. The world premiere will take place in Zurich at 2 p.m. on 19 May 2026.

In the first quarter of 2026, Škoda Auto continued its growth trajectory and became Europe’s second best-selling car brand*, delivering 222,500 vehicles (+17.1%) and significantly outperforming the overall market. Worldwide deliveries to customers rose 14.0% year on year to 271,900 vehicles. 

^{*Applies to the whole of Europe (EU27+4), source: ACEA, April 23, 2026}

Škoda Auto and Hasbro, a leading games, IP and toy company, have announced a one-year collaboration featuring Hasbro’s iconic PLAY-DOH brand. The cooperation accompanies the launch campaign of the new, all-electric Škoda Epiq and is built around the use of modelling compound as a central design element. The approach reflects the campaign’s focus on creativity and playful visual storytelling and is extended beyond campaign assets through co-branded materials. First joint activities are currently under way during Milan Design Week.

Škoda has scooped no fewer than four major titles at the annual Great British Fleet Awards. In what was a remarkably successful night for the brand, Škoda collected best in class awards for the Elroq, Kodiaq, Superb and the new Enyaq Cargo. Škoda’s haul of trophies in 2026 follows an equally successful performance in 2025 when it collected three top titles.

Škoda Auto is returning to Milan Design Week after a successful debut in 2025 to present a unique artistic brand exhibition at Palazzo del Senato. Combining art and innovation, the creative concept introduces visitors to Škoda’s current design approach. 

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.