Strana 2
The BEAT
Program for
More Ecient
Management
The successful companies act
proactively and adapt their
behavior early and decisively.
That is exactly our task today,
and that is the reason we
are launching the BEAT
Program: Business Essential
in Action – Together!
The program is based on the
principle that Every expense
must be Business Essential
and will provide clear
guidelines, practical decision-
making support, inspiration
and a pool of ideas for
entrepreneurial thinking across
the company. It will help us
regularly prioritize spending
more eectively, identify
better solutions, and ensure
that every CZK is invested
where it creates the greatest
value for Škoda. However,
the Business Essential
principle does not mean
preventing investments that
are necessary for our future.
If this topic interests you, you
can learn more on Škoda Space.
Reserve your time slot in advance by calling +420 326 832 038
or emailing muzeum@skoda-auto.cz.
At the nal round of the 2026
Rally Italia Sardegna, Estonians
Robert Virves and Jakko Viilo,
driving a Škoda Fabia RS Rally2,
clinched the championship
titles in the WRC2 and
WRC2 Challenger* categories.
Despite two punctures early in
the rally, they staged a brilliant
comeback and secured second
place, nishing just 0.7 seconds
behind the winner. Škoda’s
success on the demanding
gravel stages was underscored
by nine cars nishing in the top
15 of the WRC2 standings and
Miguel Granados’s successful
defense of his title in the WRC
Masters Cup* standings.
The family of our colleague Monika is facing a dicult situation. Her son
Jakub and his two children, 10-year-old Max and 3-year-old Stellinka,
live with myoclonic dystonia – a rare congenital neurological disorder that
causes involuntary muscle twitches and severely impairs mobility and
everyday activities. Jakub, their father, receives disability benets due
to his condition. Ten-year-old Max needs round-the-clock care –
the twitches prevent him from speaking, writing, and dressing himself.
Three-year-old Stellinka is losing her balance and can no longer feed
herself. There is no cure for the condition, but therapies – which are not
covered by insurance – are bringing about positive changes. The funds
raised through this fundraiser will be used specically for these therapies.
Let’s
help our
colleague’s
family
You can find the full story and the fundraiser on our verified partner’s site,
znesnáze21. Thank you for your help.
Teams at the Start
of the Economy Run
Editor’s Pick: Take
a glimpse into the Vault
Take advantage of this exclusive
oer and, for an additional 100 CZK
every Sunday, step inside the
historic factory halls, where more
than 50 unique cars, concepts, and
prototypes await you. The exhibition
is accessible only with a guide and is
intended for visitors ages 10 and up.
The 44
th
annual Škoda Economy Run competition brought 42 teams
to the starting line, where they put their skills and knowledge of fuel-
ecient driving to the test in a friendly atmosphere. The competition
once again demonstrated that low fuel consumption isn’t just a matter of
vehicle technology, but above all a matter of driving style, foresight, and
making the most of modern cars’ potential. Participants competed in six
categories, with electric vehicles yielding particularly interesting results
– including the debut of the new Škoda Epiq, which went on to win its
category.
If you’re interested in the results and an extensive photo gallery, visit
the Škoda Economy Run website.
Rally Sardegna:
WRC2 Champions
on the Podium
A detailed recap of the rally can
be found on the Škoda Motorsport
website.
*Subject to confirmation of the
results by the FIA.
Read the online version of the Škoda Weekly at www.skodatydenik.cz. Editorial team: V. Bryndová, S. Novotná, J. Kindl, (GKU – Corporate Communications). E-mail: tydenik@skoda-auto.cz.
Škoda Weekly 38/2026
Number of
the Week:
42
Škoda Auto will once again present itself at the DesignBlok
festival as an event partner, oering visitors a series of
exhibitions that connect automotive design, creativity, and
contemporary art. In line with this year's festival theme,
“Light“ – which symbolises knowledge, truth, hope, and life
– the carmaker has prepared a trio of installations focused
on discovery, curiosity, and the power of design to improve
everyday life. The highlights of the presentation will be
exhibitions dedicated to the new electric models Škoda Epiq and
Škoda Peaq, as well as the “Born To Explore“ interactive outdoor
zone for the youngest visitors.
Epiq and Peaq at DesignBlok
Whether you are planning to visit DesignBlok in person or just want
to find out more, click here.