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2020
Škoda announces Enyaq global reveal plan
Škoda announced that it planned to hold the global reveal of its Enyaq electric SUV in Prague on September 1; the source describes the reveal as a future event.
2020
Škoda Auto announces chairman Bernhard Maier’s departure
Škoda Auto reported that chairman of the board of directors Bernhard Maier had stepped down from his role; his last day in office was scheduled for July 31, 2020.
2020
Skoda discontinued BS4 models in India
Skoda India discontinued the BS4 Rapid, Superb, Kodiaq, Kodiaq Scout, and existing Octavia in India. The article says the nameplates would return with BS6-compliant petrol engines.
2020
Volkswagen recalls vehicles in China over transmission component risk
Volkswagen recalled specified imported and domestically produced vehicles in China because a transmission mechatronic unit housing may crack, reduce oil pressure and cause loss of drive. The recall covers 76,432 vehicles across the listed Volkswagen, Audi and Škoda models. Affected parts will be inspected using a new method, and qualifying parts will be replaced free of charge.
2020
Škoda cuts prices across its product range in China
SAIC Volkswagen Škoda launched price reductions of more than 20,000 yuan across its range in China, with prices after the reductions ranging from 77,900 to 247,900 yuan.
2020
Skoda begins repositioning its brand in China
Skoda began a broader brand repositioning in China, with the company describing the all-model price reduction as its first step. The planned positioning measures also include changes to product and customer targeting, communications, and communication channels.
2020
Skoda adjusts new-car prices in China
Skoda adjusted in-store new-car guide prices in China, with the largest adjustment reaching 24,500 yuan. The article also reports separate financing and trade-in offers.
2020
Skoda Octavia offered at a discount in Beijing
The report says the currently sold Skoda Octavia in Beijing had discounts of 30,000–33,000 yuan.
2020
Škoda officially releases the Octavia RS iV
Škoda officially released the Octavia RS iV on March 3. The model was presented online after its planned Geneva Motor Show launch was affected by the COVID-19 outbreak.
2020
Skoda Auto India announces five SUV launches
Skoda Auto India announced the launch of five new SUVs for the Indian market at Auto Expo 2020.
2020
Skoda and Volkswagen unveil India-developed SUVs
Skoda Auto Volkswagen India unveiled the first products developed for India: Skoda’s Vision IN and Volkswagen’s Taigun SUVs.
2020
Škoda unveils Vision In design
Škoda revealed the first design sketches of the Vision In, a mid-size SUV intended for the Indian market. The article says the vehicle was slated for launch in India in 2021 and that production was planned to start in 2020–21.
2019
Škoda publishes official images of updated Kamiq
Škoda published official images of an updated Kamiq model, which the article says is expected to go on sale in 2020; the article describes interior upgrades.
2019
Skoda and De'an Motorsport form FABIA R5 racing team
De'an Motorsport established the De'an Motorsport Skoda FABIA R5 team, with Skoda China and Skoda Motorsport providing technical support. The team held its launch ceremony in Beijing on November 27, 2019.
2019
Recall issued for Volkswagen, Audi and Skoda vehicles
A recall was issued for 80,000 Audi, Volkswagen and Skoda vehicles over a possible interruption of power in DSG dual-clutch transmissions. The report says about 62,000 Volkswagen vehicles, 4,500 Skodas and 14,000 Audis are affected.
2019
Volkswagen Group Australia announces DSG vehicle recall
Volkswagen Group Australia announced a nationwide recall affecting more than 60,000 Volkswagen, Audi and Skoda vehicles over incorrectly manufactured DSG gearbox pressure accumulator housings that could cause oil and hydraulic-pressure loss and interrupt power.
2019
Škoda launches Octavia Onyx edition in India
Škoda launched the Octavia Onyx edition in India, offering petrol and diesel variants in three colour options.