On June 25, Škoda Auto started construction of a new advanced paint shop at its main plant in Mladá Boleslav, which is set to open in 2029. It will replace the original 1996 facility and join the existing 2019 paint shop.
The new shop will increase the total painting capacity to 2,600 vehicles per day, with 1,600 bod

On June 19, the Ministry of Transport signed a memorandum with the Association of the Automotive Industry and the Union of Automobile Importers. The memorandum defines the main directions for the further development of autonomous mobility in the Czech Republic.
The memorandum supports the research and development of

On June 20, Tatra Trucks announced plans to invest over CZK 7 billion in its Kopřivnice plant, with the aim of increasing annual production capacity to 3,000 vehicles, enhancing global competitiveness, and transforming the plant into a modern, sustainable industrial complex.
The investment will enable the modernizati

On June 13, SJG CZECH s.r.o. announced that it will expand its production with a state-of-the-art ICCU (Integrated Charging Control Unit) electronic modules, a key component in the field of electromobility.
The ICCU is an electronic module that manages the charging and energy use of an EV battery. It allows the batte

Continental AG (Continental) announced that its Otrokovice tire plant in Czech Republic has received the International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC) PLUS sustainability certification.
The certification confirms that the plant meets specific documentation requirements relating to the use of sustainabl

On May 29, Škoda UK announced that it is expanding its Enyaq lineup with a new SportLine 85 version, available in both SUV and Coupé styles. It joins the 85x (4WD) model but uses a single motor for better efficiency and longer range, while keeping sporty looks and sharp handling.
The version has an 82 kWh (77 kWh usa

On May 27, Iveco Bus opened a new Prototype and Testing Center at its Vysoke Myto plant in the Czech Republic, with the Czech Minister of Transport attending the ceremony.
The center supports testing for all types of energy — natural gas, electric, and hydrogen. It’s a two-story facility with double the previous work

Hanon Systems has launched phase 2 of its photovoltaic system at Kladno plant in the Czech Republic, adding 20,000 sqm of rooftop solar panels to the existing 2,000 sqm of panels, with another 16,000 sqm planned in the coming weeks.
The project supports the company’s goal of becoming carbon neutral by 2040.
Once comp

On May 13, Siemens Digital Industries Software announced that Tatra Trucks, a leading truck maker in the Czech Republic, has adpoted the Siemens Xcelerator software, including Teamcenter for product management and Mendix for low-code platform, aimed at increasing production capacity and enhancing the company’s abilit

Trelleborg AB (Trelleborg)’s business area Trelleborg Industrial Solutions has acquired Sico Gesellschaft für Siliconverarbeitung GmbH and Czech joint venture company Sico Silicone s.r.o.
Trelleborg had held a 50% stake in Sico Silicone since 2016.
Sico develops and manufactures extruded and molded silicone rubber pr

On April 3, Skoda announced that it will introduce the Elroq vRS, the sporty top version of its all-electric compact SUV, at Milan Design Week 2025, Italy from April 8 to 13, 2025. Following its digital premiere, the car will make its first public appearance in Italy.
The Elroq vRS features dual electric motors which

On March 13, Škoda Auto Group reported its strongest financial performance to date, achieving record sales revenue of EUR 27.8 billion in 2024, a 4.7% increase from 2023.
Operating profit surged 30% to EUR 2.3 billion, with a return on sales rising to 8.3%. Net cash flow more than doubled, reaching EUR 2 billion, dri

On March 10, Škoda Auto announced that it will provide the first glimpse of an upcoming all-new fully electric vehicle on March 13, 2025. It will also present key financial figures for 2024, highlight current developments, and provide an outlook on its strategic plans.
Based on Škoda Auto press release 

On March 3, CHROPYNSKA Group partnered with Volvo Cars to launch the Volvo GPA VCK Battery Plant Battery Tray V326 project at Volvo Cars’ Košice Valaliky plant in Slovakia.
The partnership ensures a smooth production line launch, meeting the high standards of both companies in innovation, safety, and sustainability.

On March 4, Škoda Auto addressed recent media reports regarding potential job reductions, emphasizing that the claims were either inadequately researched or overly speculative. The company reaffirmed that no additional workforce measures are planned beyond those transparently communicated in 2024. 
In March 2024, Ško

On February 27, Uno Minda opened its new engineering and design center in the Czech Republic. The center will bring together its German and Czech lighting design and engineering teams to focus on automotive lighting technology. The facility will work on design, industrialization, and innovation in lighting solutions.

On February 27, Škoda Auto began production of the new Enyaq at its Mladá Boleslav plant, Czech Republic, following the success of its predecessor, one of Europe’s top-selling electric vehicles.
The new Enyaq adopts the Modern Solid design language, featuring improved aerodynamics, sustainable interior materials, and

On February 27, Škoda Auto officially entered the Omani market, marking the next step in its strategic expansion across the Middle East.  In partnership with Premium Motors, Škoda introduced a full range of European-built ICE models alongside the Kushaq imported from India. 
Škoda aims to achieve 10,000 annual delive

On February 25, Skoda unveiled the updated Octavia which offers all-wheel drive for both hatchback and estate variants. The 4×4 version comes with a 2.0 TSI gasoline engine which generates 204 hp (14 hp more than before) and 320 Nm of torque, paired with a seven-speed DSG automatic transmission.
The Octavia 4×4 hatch