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The pioneering ŠKODA AUTO India Virtual Conference witnessed the unveiling of the new RAPID 1.0 TSI, the luxurious new SUPERB as well as the newest member of its SUV family: the all-new KAROQ at a starting price of INR 7.49 lacs, INR 29.99 lacs and INR 24.99 lacs respectively. ŠKODA AUTO India put forth its powertrain and fuel strategy in view of the Bharat Stage 6 emission norms and safety standards while demonstrating a new range of Turbocharged Stratified Injection (or TSI) e...
ŠKODA AUTO DigiLab has played host to the global online ‘COVID-19 Mobility Race’ hackathon. The theme of this year’s ideas competition, which took place from 4 to 7 June 2020, set the tone: the event was dedicated to the current challenges facing the automotive industry as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. How can a vehicle be bought and delivered whilst following stringent social distancing measures? What options are there for car buyers to virtually vi...
Škoda Auto India introduces ‘Clever Lease’ solutions
Škoda Auto India introduced a range of innovative and competitive leasing services called 'Clever Lease'. With a gamut of flexible solutions: plain, dry, or wet lease, one can avail monthly rentals for a tenure of 24, 36, 48, and 60 months on the powerful yet efficient Škoda Rapid TSI as well as the luxurious new Škoda Superb. The monthly lease rental for Škoda model range will start at INR 22,580 and cater to retail and corporate customer...
Škoda Auto India partners with Twitter to launch a unique ‘Speed Challenge’ game
Škoda Auto India, in partnership with Twitter India has introduced a unique ‘speed challenge’ game exclusive for the digital audience. The game goes live today and interested participants can log on to https://tweet.octaviarsspeedchallenge.com/ to play this enthralling gripping game. This game promises to replicate the same thrill that is felt while reaching 0-100 in Kmph in just 6.6 seconds in the new Octavia vRS 245. This first-of-its-ki...
Å koda Auto India inaugurates its maiden 3S dealership facility in North East with SSB Automobiles
With the inauguration of the first dealership facility in Guwahati, Škoda Auto India aims to strengthen its position in Assam and push forward its campaign of establishing a strong foothold in the north eastern markets of India. The new state of the art dealership facility sports the new Corporate Identity and Design as a part of Škoda Auto global redesigning process. The Czech auto manufacturer, under the purview of the ‘INDIA 2.0’ project, will have at le...
Skoda unveils INDIA 2.0 project's first car - Skoda Kushaq
The brand-new ŠKODA KUSHAQ is the first production car as part of the INDIA 2.0 project. Under the lead responsibility of ŠKODA AUTO, Volkswagen Group is investing one billion euros in its model campaign on the Indian subcontinent to strengthen the presence of ŠKODA and Volkswagen there for the long term. The ŠKODA KUSHAQ is based on the MQB-A0-IN, a variant of the modular MQB platform specially adapted by ŠKODA for the Indian market...
Three design sketches offer a first glimpse of the new Å koda Kodiaq
Three design sketches give an initial impression of the new Škoda Kodiaq. The large seven seater marked the commencement of the Czech manufacturer's successful SUV campaign the world over. The new facelifted offering features aesthetical and technological enhancements. The new Škoda Kodiaq will be celebrating its global premiere on 13 April and will make way to the domestic market later this year. The first design sketch showcases the striking fro...
Å koda Auto India commences production of the all new Octavia
Škoda Auto India announced the start of production of the all new Octavia at its production facility in Shendra, Aurangabad. The celebratory Lava Blue vehicle dons the Lauren & Klement badge that pays homage to the founders of the longstanding Czech auto manufacturer as well as its 125 years of rich history and heritage. Slated to be introduced later this month, the latest Škoda offering will build on the Octavia's strong legacy - taking technology, featur...
Å koda Auto India extends warranty and maintenance for customers
Mr. Zac Hollis’ – Brand Director Škoda Auto India, spoke about the company extending its warranty and maintenance services for customers during these critical times. “Our priority at Škoda Auto India is to provide continued support to our customers during such unprecedented times. Hence, we have decided to extend our warranty, Schedule Maintenance Services and SuperCare Maintenance Plans, which were due between April and June, to 31st July, 2021. W...
All-new Å koda Octavia launched in India
Škoda Auto India unveiled the all - new Octavia at an attractive ex-showroom price of INR 25.99 lacs nationwide - taking forward the 'One Nation. One Price.' philosophy. The Octavia marked the beginning of Škoda Auto's model offensive campaign for India two decades ago. The fourth generation, with its timeless design, exquisite interiors, class leading safety, and intelligent connectivity features, pushes the yardstick further. Mr. Zac Hollis, Brand...
Å koda Auto to be present in more than 100 cities in India
Škoda Auto, the Czech Marque, has grown its network presence by almost 15% with the launch of the Kushaq, less than a month ago. This has been enabled by a focused effort on expanding the network, which formed an important part of the Kushaq launch strategy. The brand will be present in more than 100 cities across India by August 2021, and this will be its largest coverage in the country since it entered this market. With this, Škoda Auto India will have more than 170 ...
Å koda Auto sales increase 234% in July
Škoda Auto, the Czech Marque, announced a 234% increase in its July 2021 sales, compared to the same period last year. The company sold 3,080 cars in July 2021, compared to 922 cars sold in July 2020. Sales in June 2021 stood at 734 units, which account for a 320% increase in July 2021 sales over June 2021. As per the company’s strategy, the surge in sales is fuelled by the launch of Kushaq, which will be one of the important growth drivers of the brand going forward. 2021 ...
Å koda Auto India begins deliveries of 1.5L TSI powered Kushaq pan India
Škoda Auto India has started customer deliveries of the newly launched 1.5L TSI-powered Kushaq from today. The Kushaq launched recently on 28 June 2021, has received an overwhelming response from the customers. The 1.5L TSI-powered Kushaq will be available for test drives and sales at all Škoda Auto showrooms across India. The powerful and efficient 1.5L TSI Engine is from the Volkswagen Group's globally acclaimed latest generation EVO series and features the first-i...
Å koda Auto announces 'Compact Workshops': A unique service concept
Škoda Auto India announced a unique initiative - ‘Škoda Compact Workshops’, which aims to enhance customer service experience. Through this, the brand will open 30 new compact workshops across the country by the end of this year. The concept of compact workshops is aimed at expanding the service touchpoints, in line with Škoda Auto India’s focussed customer-centric strategy. Going forward, all sales branches in non-metro locations will ...
Å koda Auto India crosses 10,000 bookings mark for Kushaq
Škoda Auto India has achieved the milestone of 10,000 bookings for the Kushaq. The mid-sized SUV has bolstered the growth for Škoda Auto India. Witnessing an overwhelming demand for the Kushaq, Škoda Auto India will be equipping the automatic Style variants with 6 airbags (both 1.0L and 1.5L) and a Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) at an incremental cost of approximately INR 40,000. Mr. Zac Hollis, Brand Director – Škoda Auto...
Å koda Auto India registers 131% growth in September 2021
Škoda Auto India announced a 131% increase in its September 2021 sales, compared to the same period last year. The company sold 3,027 cars in September 2021, compared to 1,312 cars sold in September 2020. While Kushaq has fueled the growth for the brand in India, Superb, Octavia and Rapid have also contributed to the increase in sales volumes. Mr. Zac Hollis, Brand Director – Škoda Auto India, said, “Škoda Auto India has managed to cons...
Škoda Auto India’s new Rapid Matte Limited Edition hits showrooms
Škoda Auto, the Czech Marque, has introduced the new Rapid Matte edition at an attractive price of INR 11,99,000 (ex-showroom) in India. This new edition will be available in an exclusive carbon steel matte colour which adds to its style statement. It will be powered by the 1.0 L TSI engine and will be available in both automatic and manual transmissions. The Matte Edition sports many new features which makes the car distinctive and adds dynamism to the Rapid line-up....
Å koda Auto India announces winner of 'Camouflage With Å koda' design contest
Skoda Auto India has announced the winner of the Camouflage design contest after receiving an overwhelming response from the budding Indian designers. Shreyas Karambelkar from Badlapur, Maharashtra has been awarded with the winner’s title by the esteemed jury. Shreyas will travel to Prague to meet the Head of Design, Škoda Auto a.s. Mr. Oliver Stefani, at the Škoda headquarters. In addition, the winning design will be applied on the testing prototype of the upcom...
Škoda Auto takes on worldwide responsibility for Volkswagen Group’s MQB-A0 Global Platform
Škoda Auto is now responsible for developing the Volkswagen Group’s existing MQB-A0 Global Platform. This will be used by the Group brands Škoda and Volkswagen to develop new entry-level models for regions with high growth potential including India, Russia, Africa as well as the ASEAN countries and Latin America. On the heels of Škoda’s specially adapted MQB-A0-IN platform for the Indian market, the Czech carmaker is taking on responsibility for a global platf...
Škoda Auto Volkswagen India Pvt Ltd has announced the appointment of Berndt A. Buchmann as its Group Director, After Sales & Vehicle Logistics. Buchmann will report to Mr. Gurpratap Boparai, Managing Director at SAVWIPL and in his new role, will be responsible for supervising the after sales plan of action, ensuring a satisfied customer base for the Group. His appointment comes at a time when the festive season is accelerating automobile sales in the country and &Scar...
The brand-new Å koda Slavia: the next model of the INDIA 2.0 product campaign
Following the launch of the Kushaq, Škoda is set to unveil the second stage in its product campaign for the Indian market later this year. The Czech car manufacturer's latest model, the Slavia, completes their range of sedans and offers generous amounts of space, as is typical of the brand. The mid-size premium sedan will be offered with a choice of two powerful and efficient TSI engines, as well as a host of comprehensive safety features which include up to six airbags and nu...
The introduction of the Slavia marks the start of Škoda Auto’s next stage in the INDIA 2.0 project. Following the successful launch of the midsize SUV Kushaq, the brand-new sedan is the Czech carmaker’s second India-specific model. The Slavia’s manufacturing process has a localization level of up to 95%.. As the sedan is based on the MQB-A0-IN platform – an MQB variant specially adapted by Škoda Auto for India – it offers...
Å koda Auto India begins production of New Kodiaq
Škoda Auto today announced the start of production for the New Kodiaq at its manufacturing facility in Aurangabad, Maharashtra. First introduced to India and the world in 2017, the Kodiaq's sales success has fuelled newer features, newer looks, powerful yet efficient engines and the same levels of customer satisfaction for what remains the Czech carmaker’s first-ever global SUV. Adding to the ideology of ‘Power should be beautiful’, the Kodiaq&nb...
Piyush Arora appointed as new Managing Director of Å KODA Auto Volkswagen India Private Limited
Piyush Arora is the new Managing Director of ŠKODA AUTO Volkswagen India Private Limited as of 1 March 2022. He succeeds Gurpratap Boparai. In this role, the experienced automotive professional will be responsible for expanding the Volkswagen Group’s business in India, including the recent INDIA 2.0 project of the brands Volkswagen and ŠKODA. SAVWIPL oversees the India operations of five Volkswagen Group brands – ŠKODA, Volkswagen, Audi, Po...
Å KODA AUTO Volkswagen India marks new milestone in its INDIA 2.0 journey
ŠKODA AUTO Volkswagen India Private Limited (SAVWIPL) has marked another important milestone in its INDIA 2.0 journey with the commencement of the export of the Made in India Volkswagen T-Cross today. The Volkswagen T-Cross is the first of the range of vehicles built on the MQB-A0-IN platform which will be exported from India. The first batch of 1,232 Volkswagen T-Cross units are being shipped to Mexico from the port of Mumbai. Commenting on the occasion, Mr. Christia...
Škoda Auto India launches All-New Slavia 1.0 TSI
Škoda Auto India has today launched the all-new Slavia 1.0 TSI sedan starting at an incredible INR 10.69 lacs. The Slavia 1.0 TSI will be available in three variants with an option of two transmissions and tops out at ₹ 15.39 lacs for the fully-loaded Style variant with the six-speed torque converter automatic and sunroof option. A six-speed manual gearbox will also be available in the Slavia 1.0 TSI across all variants offering outstanding value and main...
Klaus Zellmer appointed new CEO of Å KODA AUTO a.s. as of July 1st, 2022
As of 1 July 2022, the new Chairman of the Board of Management of ŠKODA AUTO a.s. will be Klaus Zellmer, who is currently the Volkswagen brand Board member responsible for Sales, Marketing and After Sales. Current ŠKODA AUTO CEO, Thomas Schäfer, will take over as Chairman of the Board of Management of the Volkswagen brand on July 1st, 2022, at the same time moving up to the Group Board of Management and becoming Head of the ‘Volume’ brand group. Kla...
Nalin Jain appointed as Executive Director – Finance and IT at SAVWIPL
Nalin Jain has been named as the Executive Director - Finance and IT of ŠKODA AUTO Volkswagen India Private Limited (SAVWIPL). He succeeds Martin Mahlke who successfully steered the financial strategy for the Group’s crucial INDIA 2.0 project over the last three years. In his role as CFO, Nalin Jain will be responsible for steering the future growth of Volkswagen Group in India within and beyond the INDIA 2.0 program. SAVWIPL oversees the India operations of five brands w...
Fans of Å koda drive Å koda Auto India to new peaks of customer engagement
In what will be a path-breaking initiative when it comes to customer engagement, customer satisfaction and customer involvement, Škoda Auto India has set the ball rolling on the revolutionary, yet fun, ‘Fans of Škoda’ movement. It’s a campaign that directly involves and engages with Škoda customers and with fans of the brand where Škodians directly participate in drives, events and product launches. Speaking on the project, Zac H...
Å koda Auto Volkswagen India starts exporting Volkswagen Virtus
Škoda Auto Volkswagen India Private Limited (SAVWIPL), which manages the India region for the five Volkswagen Group brands – Škoda, Volkswagen, Audi, Porsche, and Lamborghini, has today expanded its exports from India to include the India-built Volkswagen Virtus. With this move, the Group marks another significant milestone in its INDIA 2.0 journey as the Volkswagen Virtus joins the Volkswagen Taigun, which was the first in a range o...
Å koda Auto Volkswagen India commences production of Å koda Kushaq LHD
Škoda Auto Volkswagen India Private Limited (SAVWIPL), which manages the India region for the five Volkswagen Group brands – Škoda, Volkswagen, Audi, Porsche, and Lamborghini, has announced the Start of Production (SoP) of the Left-hand Drive version of the ŠKODA KUSHAQ. This was the first model to be launched in the country under the Group’s INDIA 2.0 project. The ‘Made in India’ Škoda Kushaq LHD...
Å koda Kushaq and Volkswagen Taigun achieve a 5-star rating in Global NCAP crash tests
The INDIA 2.0 cars Škoda Kushaq and Volkswagen Taigun from Škoda Auto Volkswagen India have been accredited with Global NCAP ratings of 5 stars, the highest in the segment. With this recognition, the Škoda Kushaq and Volkswagen Taigun have become the first models ever to achieve 5 stars for both adult and child occupant protection. The Group’s INDIA 2.0 project set out to custom-make cars of European quality stan...
Å koda Auto Volkswagen India commences exports of the Å koda Kushaq from India
Škoda Auto Volkswagen India Private Limited (SAVWIPL), which manages the Indian region of the five Volkswagen Group brands – Škoda, Volkswagen, Audi, Porsche, and Lamborghini, has announced another significant milestone in its exports program with the start of the shipment of the Made-in-India Škoda Kushaq LHD (left-hand-drive). This is a landmark achievement, as the Kushaq is the first-ever locally-built Škoda model to...
Å koda Auto poised to enter Vietnamese market
Škoda Auto continues to advance the company’s internationalisation and is on the cusp of entering the Vietnamese market. In cooperation with its local partner, the Thanh Cong Motor Vietnam (TC Motor), the Czech carmaker will be offering the first European models in the country as early as 2023. The assembly of the made-in-India KUSHAQ and SLAVIA models shipped from Škoda Auto Volkswagen India’s Chakan facility will also start in 2024. The production li...
Škoda Auto Volkswagen India’s Aurangabad Plant switches to 100% Green Energy
Global auto leader Volkswagen Group’s Aurangabad facility has transitioned to 100% ‘green’ energy, well ahead of its 2025 target. With this achievement, Škoda Auto Volkswagen India Private Limited (SAVWIPL), which manages the Indian region of five Volkswagen Group brands – Škoda, Volkswagen, Audi, Porsche, and Lamborghini – has taken another significant step towards fulfilling the Group’s goTOzero mission. The facility...
Å KODA AUTO Volkswagen India increases its solar rooftop capacity to 18.5 MW
As India targets net zero emissions by 2070 and plans to meet 50 percent of its electricity requirements from renewable energy sources by 2030, ŠKODA AUTO Volkswagen India has taken another significant step towards Green Energy. In line with the VW Group’s global ‘goTOzero’ mission, it inaugurated a 18.5 MW solar-power rooftop at its Chakan plant in Pune, Maharashtra. Besides reducing its dependence on non-renewable energy, this move will help meet the Group’s g...
Å koda Auto introduces innovative anytime warranty package
After wrapping up 2022 as its Biggest Year in terms of sales, Škoda Auto India opens 2023 with its first introduction. Not a new car, but an all-new, revolutionary, customer initiative aimed at enhancing ownership experience and customer satisfaction. Called Anytime Warranty, it is a 1-year/20,000 km warranty package that can be used to enhance any existing standard or extended warranties. Petr Šolc, Brand Director, Škoda Auto India, said, “We bega...
Å koda Kushaq Onyx Edition debuts
After revolutionising customer ownership and satisfaction with an effective warranty of 8-years or 150,000 kms, Škoda Auto India announces the launch of the Kushaq Onyx Edition. The Onyx edition has been introduced based on customer feedback, with an aim to provide even greater satisfaction and high value to customers. Petr Šolc, Brand Director, Škoda Auto India, said, “The Kushaq was the first launch under the INDIA 2.0 project, and is i...
Å koda Auto Volkswagen India launches its first-ever Student Car Project in India
Škoda Auto Volkswagen India Private Limited (SAVWIPL), which manages the Indian region of five Volkswagen Group brands – Škoda, Volkswagen, Audi, Porsche, and Lamborghini, has announced its first-ever student car project in India. Selected students from the Group Academy's Dual Vocational Training in Mechatronics program have created a unique cabriolet version of the Škoda Rapid sedan. This project offers students a hands-on experience in the automotiv...
