List of articles tagged: Skoda

This year, the Volkswagen Group will be introducing the Modular Transverse Matrix – the German acronym is MQB (Modularer Querbaukasten) – for the Volkswagen, Audi, ŠKODA and SEAT brands. The MQB strategy represents a turning point in the design and production of future automobiles with transverse-mounted engines. The Modular Transverse Matrix standardises many vehicle component parameters – across brands and vehicle classes. At the same time, it offers access to new technologies.

Skoda will present the new Citigo subcompact to the public as a five-door version for the first time at the Geneva Auto Salon in early 2012. 

Sudhir Rao will become managing director of ŠKODA AUTO India Private Limited, effective March 1st , 2012. Born in India, Rao has extensive experience in the international automobile industry and is considered a profound expert on the Indian market.

Jan Kopecký of Skoda Motorsport (factory team) has won the Rally category of the 2011 Golden Steering Wheel, a long-established survey among Czech motoring journalists and experts. After winning this award for four consecutive years, Kopecký has now won his fifth Golden Wheel. Petr Starý, Kopecký's co-driver, has been also been selected as best co-driver.

In 2011, we did witness that most of the best-selling cars were recently launched. The older generation cars weren't the best sellers. Even if they were, the sales of the same product in 2011, was lower when compared to the figures of 2010.

The Volkswagen Group clocked a growth of 109.3% in sales from January to December 2011. The three brands – Audi, Škoda and Volkswagen together delivered a total of 1,11,623 vehicles to customers in 2011 as compared to 53,341 cars in 2010.

Skoda opened its new Service Training Center in the Czech town of Kosmonosy today. The building, located near Skoda’s Headquarters, is one of the most advanced training centers in the international automobile industry. It now combines the technical and business training for the brand's importers and dealers from all over the world.

Skoda has released new images of its stunning VisionD concept.  The car was unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show in March 2011. The new design offers a clear indication of the future design direction for all future Skoda cars.

Skoda Auto announces the commencement of its first online Booking Engine initiative for the Rapid today, following the launch of the much awaited C segment sedan in India recently. Recognizing the growing need of an online presence, ŠKODA launched this service to ensure all their customers can book the Rapid at their convenience. One of the unique offerings of this engine is that customers can not only book the Rapid online, but track their bookings as well, which will make the process significantly transparent.

Skoda’s new Citigo small car has received 5-Stars in Euro-NCAP crash tests. Euro NCAP assessors commended the Citigo’s overall safety package, including its passenger, infant and pedestrian protection. The car’s additional safety assistance systems also attracted praise.