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As part of its software strategy, the Volkswagen Group has
reorganised the working relationships between CARIAD and
the Volkswagen Passenger Cars, Audi, and Porsche brands to
improve speed, eciency, and overall performance.
During a digital information session, CEO Oliver Blume, Head of
Group Development Michael Steiner, and CARIAD CEO Peter
Bosch were joined by senior brand representatives to present
the new Software Governance principles. These principles clearly
dene responsibilities between CARIAD, the individual brands,
and other Group divisions, streamlining decision-making
processes. Several thousand employees from Development
departments took part in the event.
Read the full article on Škoda Space.
Want to know more? Read the full press release on the Škoda Storyboard.
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It has been years since
the foundation stone
was laid for the M
production hall by then-
President Václav Havel and
Volkswagen Group Chairman
Ferdinand Piëch. This
modern and highly exible
production line was
originally designed for
the groundbreaking Škoda
Octavia series. Today, it continues to adapt to evolving customer demands,
producing Octavia models with powerful combustion engines as well as fully
electric Enyaq and Elroq models.
“Thirty years ago, the foundation stone was laid for our advanced M
assembly hall, marking the beginning of a new chapter in Škoda Auto’s
success story with the Octavia. Featuring cutting-edge technology,
an innovative modular production system, and a strong focus on sustainability,
this Volkswagen Group investment has continued to benet Škoda Auto.
Today, the Octavia still rolls o the M production line, also as a mild hybrid,
alongside our all-electric Elroq and Enyaq family models. This exibility ensures
that Škoda’s Mladá Boleslav plant remains one of the most ecient production
sites in Europe with an annual capacity by our M assembly hall alone of
around , vehicles.”
Andreas Dick,
Škoda Auto Board Member for Production
and Logistics, commented:
Enhancing collaboration
in software development
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For Škoda Auto employees
Škoda Auto is strengthening its collaboration with
the Technical University of Liberec (TUL), leading
to its company-run vocational school being designated
as a faculty school of the Faculty of Mechatronics,
Informatics, and Interdisciplinary Studies. This unique
partnership bridges secondary vocational education with
university-level studies – an exceptional model within
the Czech Republic. TUL has awarded this status for ve
years in recognition of the close cooperation and the high
standard of education at the vocational school. Talented
students who meet the required criteria will be granted
direct admission to the university without entrance exams.
Škoda Auto’s Vocational School
becomes a faculty school of TUL
Read the full press release here.
Join us for the third annual Škoda Women’s Day on March – this year
taking place both in person and online via live stream! Be part of an inspiring
morning featuring insightful guest speakers, networking opportunities,
and presentations on innovative projects from Škoda Auto, showcased
in dedicated marketplaces. The key themes include culture, education,
personal development, change, and entertainment. Get inspired and enjoy
a programme specially curated for International Women’s Day.
Škoda Women’s Day
Secure your spot for the livestream here.