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What do influencers love about EVs? Peace, power, and practicality. The Škoda Elroq wins over journalists, audiences, and female juries alike. Emotion and reason speak for electromobility - the thoughts of Matthias Speicher and Tereza Tobiášová in the latest edition of #ExploreŠkoda podcast.
In the latest #ExploreŠkoda podcast, Rob Cameron talks to Michal Velebný about the legendary Škoda 130 RS, celebrating its 50th anniversary, and Aneta Sodomová about the all-new Elroq RS – Škoda’s fastest and most powerful EV, set to debut at Milan Design Week 2025.
It’s a new year and a new Enyaq – the latest facelift features a host of modifications including a new Tech-Deck face, a new Light Band, enhanced aerodynamics and an increased range of more than 590 kilometres. But there’s also a major upgrade on the inside – this latest Enyaq is now rocking the SW5.4 software platform, and that brings with it a whole range of improvements and new possibilities in digital connectivity for the driver, from intelligent charging to navigation to battery preheat...
Painting car bodies is a highly sophisticated process that is continuously evolving. One of the most advanced paint shops in Europe is situated in Mladá Boleslav. What sets it apart? How does the painting process unfold? Which stage is the most challenging? Pavel Saska, Paint Shops Process Planning Coordinator at Škoda Auto, provides the answers.
Škoda Auto's portfolio has expanded with the all-electric model Elroq. This attractive new compact SUV stands out with its new design language Modern Solid, spaciousness, and agility. Elroq is ideal for both city driving and beyond. We discussed its design, advanced technologies and assistance systems with Elroq Project Manager Radek Špic.
What are the key pillars for digital transformation at Škoda Auto? What role does AI play in car manufacturing? Or what trends are emerging in electric vehicle production? We also discussed sustainable manufacturing and future outlooks. We talked about all this with Mr. Andreas Dick, Member of the Board for Production and Logistics at Škoda Auto.
How long does it take to develop lights for one model? What is the most technologically challenging aspect of the whole process? How are Scala and Kamiq different from other models? What does the headlight testing process look like? Or what are the trends? All of this is answered by Front Lighting Development Engineer at Škoda Auto Vilém Holeček.
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 Connect Specialist, and Michal Polma, Product Marketing Specialist - Škoda Octavia.
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 Jil Katharina Mahler, Head of SUV Product Marketing at Škoda Auto.
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 discussed by Škoda Auto experts Chloe Hoi Ying Wong and Adam Klas.
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 conversation with Jaromír Žák, Specialist of technical regulations for external noise at Škoda Auto.
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 of this is Denisa Pánková who is responsible for Car projects model line A at Škoda Auto.
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 changes have taken place in the exterior and interior? Jiří Brynda, the spokesperson at Škoda Auto for Enyaq, answers these questions and much more.
Dutch couple Renske Cox and Maarten van Pel embarked on an incredible journey across Africa in Škoda Enyaq 4x4. They managed half of the expedition solely on solar energy they generated themselves. How did this extreme adventure unfold? What do they consider the most extraordinary moment? And what are their future plans?
The new Pay to Fuel service simplifies and speeds up the refueling process by allowing remote payment for fuel through the vehicle's infotainment system. How does this new feature work? What are its main advantages? In which countries is it available? Tomáš Dražil, Business Owner Digital Services at Škoda X, shares his insights.
Škoda unveiled the fourth generation of the Superb model in Dolní Břežany, Czech Republic. What are its key design innovations? What were the most intriguing aspects of its development? And which part of the preparation process was the most challenging? Exterior Design Coordinator Petr Matušinec at Škoda Auto, addresses all these questions and more.
The Škoda Superb introduced a series of groundbreaking features in 1934. What were these innovations? Who could afford this car back then? Where in the world was it being driven? And how does it compare to the modern Superb? All of these aspects and much more are discussed by Michal Velebný, the coordinator of the restoration workshop at the Škoda Museum in Mladá Boleslav.
What do customers like the most about the Škoda Kodiaq? What are the main innovations they can look forward to? For whom is the Škoda Kodiaq the ideal car? What color options will be available for the new Kodiaq? And what new safety features does the Škoda Kodiaq offer? Head of Product Marketing SUV at Škoda Auto Jil – Katharina Mahler has the answers to this and much more.
Head of Interior Desing at Škoda Auto, Peter Olah, along with his team, provide a description of the new Škoda Kodiaq interior down to the last detail. What are the key changes in the vehicle's interior? In what configurations will the interior be available to customers?
Where do the Scala and Kamiq models use recycled materials? What are the main trends in interior design? What will the future of interior design be like in Škoda Auto? Color and Trim Designer in Škoda Auto Caroline Liehr answers all of that and much more.