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Few automotive brands can draw on as much history as Škoda. Landmark cars of the past such as the original 1950s Octavia and the 1930s Superb have provided a constant source of inspiration for Škoda’s design teams developing and refining their modern counterparts. Now, Škoda is shining a modern spotlight on another milestone from its past with the reveal of a new, all-electric reinterpretation of the Škoda 100 – the brand’s first ever million selling model.

Škoda Auto has produced 100,000 units of the all-electric Elroq since its launch earlier this year. The milestone car is an Elroq vRS in Hyper Green. As the first model with Škoda’s Modern Solid design, it’s built on a flexible line alongside the Enyaq and Octavia, enabling EV and ICE production. The Elroq ranks second among Europe’s best-selling BEVs in 2025 and has earned major awards, including the Red Dot Design Award and ‘German Car of the Year 2026’, highlighting strong demand for Škoda’s electric SUVs.

Škoda Auto is advancing its internationalisation strategy by entering the fast-growing Saudi Arabian market in partnership with SAMACO Motors, which has represented other Volkswagen Group brands in the country for more than 15 years. The portfolio includes the Octavia hatchback and the Kushaq, Karoq and Kodiaq SUVs. The Superb hatchback and estate will follow soon. In 2026, Škoda will introduce the Slavia compact saloon. Retail sites will open in Jeddah, Al Khobar, and Riyadh.

Škoda is celebrating a standout performance at this year’s Auto Express Used Car Awards, driving away with two major category wins that underline the brand’s enduring appeal in the pre-owned market. Škoda once again impressed judges with models that deliver real-world value for buyers looking to maximise their budgets. These latest honours reaffirm the brand’s strength where it matters most to buyers: long-term quality and everyday dependability.

The new Škoda Enyaq, along with the Elroq and Kodiaq have added to their impressive tally of titles by driving off with a category award along with two further Highly Commended honours in the 2026 Carwow Car of the Year Awards.

Škoda has reinforced its reputation for exceptional long-term quality and value, after securing two major used-car awards in the space of just one week. The back-to-back accolades highlight the brand’s continued strength in the pre-owned market, recognising Škoda’s commitment to reliability, customer satisfaction and outstanding ownership experience. These latest honours further cement Škoda’s position as a trusted choice for buyers seeking quality and peace of mind in the used-vehicle sector.

Škoda is expanding its award-winning Kodiaq range with the introduction of a new flagship L&K model. Named after brand founders Václav Laurin and Václav Klement, the new edition builds on the success of its predecessor and once again offers one of the most comprehensive specification lists in the Škoda line-up.

Škoda Auto posted strong results in Q1–Q3 2025: revenue rose to €22.344B (+9.5%), operating profit to €1.790B (+5.4%), and net cash flow reached €1.934B (–2.8%). RoS held steady at 8.0%. Global deliveries hit 765,700 units (+14.1%), with 616,300 in Europe, securing 3rd place. BEV/PHEV share rose to 24.1% (2024: 11.1%), led by Elroq and Enyaq. Elroq surpassed 100K orders. India saw record growth (+106.1%), and Vietnam began production of Kushaq and Slavia.

Škoda Auto is an official partner of the Bolero UCI Gravel World Championships for the first time. Held this weekend in Limburg, the fourth edition unites elite pros and amateur riders on the same course. Škoda is supporting the event with seven electrified vehicles, including five Enyaqs and showcasing the all-electric Elroq trackside. Visitors can enjoy a full programme, including the mobile café in the Elroq. The partnership reflects Škoda’s commitment to cycling and active lifestyles across Europe and global markets.

Škoda is marking 130 years of innovation and performance with a special addition to its line-up: the Fabia 130. Building on the specification of the current Monte Carlo variant, the special-edition model is Škoda’s fastest series-produced Fabia model to date with an output of 177 PS and a top speed 142 mph.

Škoda has always had one eye on the future while never forgetting the legends that built its past. With 130 years of history under its wheels, the brand can draw on a remarkable back catalogue of classic models that have shaped automotive history.

Thanks to the cutting-edge technology of Škoda’s electric vehicles, excellent coffee can now be enjoyed in unexpected places. The Elroq and Enyaq have been transformed into mobile cafés – the Škoda Coffee Cars – from which fans along the Tour de France route were served more than 15,000 cups of coffee.

The Škoda Museum in Mladá Boleslav is celebrating its 30th anniversary. Since its opening in 1995, it has showcased a plenty of unique historic vehicles, hosted many themed exhibitions and welcomed more than four million visitors.

Škoda’s all-new Elroq has added to its growing list of honours, securing the title of Medium SUV of the Year at the prestigious Business Car Awards 2025. The recognition comes just months after the mid-size all-electric SUV’s market debut, underlining it immediate impact and strong appeal among fleet and business users.

Škoda continues to build its reputation as the go-to choice for UK emergency services with the approval of the fourth-generation Superb Estate. Over 20 years, Škoda models have become a trusted sight on Britain’s roads, relied upon by police, ambulance, and fire crews. Demonstrating engineering excellence, the Superb SportLine Estate 2.0 TSI 265PS DSG 4x4 has passed the Metropolitan Police’s rigorous brake test, earning official approval for operational deployment.

Škoda’s all-electric models have added to their growing collection of industry titles with two more victories in the annual What Car? Electric Car Awards. Continuing its remarkable winning streak, the new Elroq was named Best Electric Family SUV, while the Enyaq won the Best Used Electric Family SUV award.

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.

Škoda reveals first details of the Vision O concept car due to premiere in Munich in early September. The study will give an outlook on the brand’s future in the estate segment and is marking an evolution of the Modern Solid design language. At the same time, the Vision O is reflecting Škoda's 130-year tradition and underlines the company’s commitment to sustainable innovation.

For the fourth consecutive year, Škoda Auto is the official main partner of the world’s most prestigious women’s cycling race, the Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift.

Škoda has added two striking new paint colours to the Octavia vRS range – all thanks to the voice of its fans. Following a public vote hosted across Škoda’s official X and Instagram accounts, Space Violet and Water World Green came out on top as the most popular colour options among hundreds of voters.

British holidaymakers want to explore more of what’s on their doorstep, as Škoda UK finds 83% of motorists are keen to holiday on home turf this year. As a result, Škoda has kitted out two adventure-ready Octavia vRS Estates with essential kit to create the perfect road trip companion.

Škoda UK has developed a new addition to its award-winning Enyaq range in the form of a commercial Cargo variant. The new model, which has been developed with conversion specialists Strongs Plastic Products Ltd, will be available exclusively to fleet customers via Škoda’s Area Fleet Managers.

Škoda UK has launched a new TV advert campaign, called ‘Electric, but Škoda’, a tongue in cheek take on outdated and misconceived stereotypes of electric car drivers.

Seventy-five years ago, Škoda lined up for the first time at the legendary 24 Hours of Le Mans with the Škoda Sport racing special. This unique car, meticulously restored to its original condition, has since made several return appearances on the renowned circuit as part of the prestigious Le Mans Classic for historic sports cars. This year, as Škoda celebrates its 130th anniversary, the car was again among the highlights of the event, also due to its performance on the track.

The 112th Tour de France gets underway tomorrow, and Škoda Auto is once again joining as the main partner – its 22nd year in this role. The carmaker is providing up to 225 fully electric or plug-in hybrid  support vehicles for the organisers. Among them will be two ‘Red Cars’ – the new Škoda Enyaq and Superb iV – for Race Director Christian Prudhomme. Škoda is also the longstanding sponsor of the green jersey for the leader of the points classification and supplies the trophies for the overall winner, points leader, mountain classification leader, and best young rider.

Škoda has dominated the 2025 Auto Express New Car Awards by claiming no fewer than four category wins along with the coveted Car of the Year award. In a remarkable haul of silverware, the new Elroq took top honours by winning both its sector and the overall title. The brand’s latest all-electric SUV was joined on the winner’s podium by the Octavia, Superb and Kodiaq, all of which proved unbeatable in their respective categories. The Elroq’s win marks the fifth time that a Škoda model has been named Auto Express Car of the Year.

Apparently, Gus Greensmith and co-driver Jonas Andersson are made for rough events. After winning WRC2 at Safari Rally Kenya with RaceSeven’s Škoda Fabia RS Rally2, the British-Swedish duo finished the gruelling Acropolis Rally Greece second in the category.

Škoda Auto has taken another significant step toward future-proofing its main plant in Mladá Boleslav by laying the foundation stone for an advanced paint shop. Scheduled to open in 2029, the facility will have a daily capacity of up to 1,600 units. The state-of-the-art facility will utilise automation, robotics, and advanced technologies to enhance the quality of each protective coating applied. Capable of painting vehicles built on both internal combustion (ICE) and electric platforms, the facility will significantly enhance operational efficiency and flexibility.

The new Škoda Superb has been hailed by Autocar as one of the finest cars it has ever tested, earning the magazine’s prestigious Five-Star Car award. Reserved for only the most exceptional vehicles, Autocar’s five-star rating is rarely given.

The upcoming Acropolis Rally Greece (26-29 June 2025) is one of the toughest gravel events across the calendar of the 2025 FIA World Rally Championship (WRC). On the back of their WRC2 victory at Rally Italia Sardegna, Italian Škoda pairing Roberto Daprà/Luca Guglielmetti aim again for a top position. Britain‘s Gus Greensmith, who shares a Škoda Fabia RS Rally2 with Swedish co-driver Jonas Andersson, aims to improve on his fourth position in the current WRC2 overall standings.

The new Škoda Enyaq has added another award to its growing list of industry accolades by scooping one of the automotive world’s more unique awards. Thanks to its exceptional practicality and calming drive, the all-electric SUV and Coupé was named Best Car for Dogs at Autotrader’s annual Drivers’ Choice Awards.

The tenth Škoda Student Car sees 28 trainees writing another chapter in the history of the Škoda Academy in Mladá Boleslav. The Škoda L&K 130 and its special colour scheme pay homage to company founders Václav Laurin and Václav Klement, who started by building bicycles 130 years ago. The one-off model is the first Student Car to be based on the Škoda Superb Estate model. With a pick-up-like loading area and many clever ideas, it is designed as a support vehicle for professional bicycle races.

Škoda Motorsport is showcasing the latest version of its recently presented all-electric racing car concept: the new Enyaq RS Race. Rooted in the Czech brand’s racing DNA, this concept supports the development of innovative technologies and sustainable materials. The lower and wider concept car incorporates innovative, sustainable biocomposite parts that provide the same rigidity and weight advantages as carbon fibre, contributing to an overall weight reduction of more than 300kg.