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  Editorial
  

  Dear Škodians, 

  ŠKODA AUTO is undergoing a successful transformation and changing right in front of our eyes into a more modern and dynamic carmaker with a strong emphasis on practical innovation and environmental protection. I am very pleased that we are accelerating in the field of electromobility. At the end of August, together with ŠKODA’s new visual identity, we presented the study of the purely electric VISION 7S, which showcased elements of our new design language. Our customers can look forward to three new fully electric models by the end of 2026, with more to follow. Electric vehicles are the future of the automotive industry, and our goal is to have a BEV share in Europe of above 70% by 2030. We will reinforce our position as the green car manufacturer for the new era of mobility by investing EUR 5.6 billion in electric mobility and EUR 700 million in digitisation over the next five years. This will ensure our company’s long-term competitiveness and guarantee the preservation of jobs. 

  By 2030, all our Czech and Indian production plants will be CO2-neutral. The Vrchlabí plant is a pioneer in this regard as it already reached this milestone in 2021
  

  In this supplement, you will find an overview of the electromobility highlights at ŠKODA AUTO. These are the results of the extraordinary efforts and enthusiasm of all the carmaker’s employees who have contributed to them. I’m sure that our customers will appreciate them as well.

  Klaus Zellmer 

  ŠKODA AUTO CEO

• Electromobility in full swing

  Electromobility in full swing
  

  In September 2020, ŠKODA AUTO presented the ENYAQ iV to the public and took a step towards its purely electric future. The first two years of the model range have been eventful
  

  The quietness of the driving experience or the absence of engine vibrations is captivating. When you stop, nothing is running under the bonnet. The throttle response is immediate, and the acceleration is mesmerising.
  

  Josef Patočka

  First Czech owner of the ENYAQ iV

  
  

  25 November 2020

  Start of series production
  

  The carmaker has started assembly of the pure electric SUV on the production line of the Mladá Boleslav plant, from which the OCTAVIA and KAROQ models are also rolling off. The line’s unique technology is the only one of its kind in the entire VW Group.
  

  
  

  12 April 2021

  Red Dot for a Czech electric car

  A distinctive design with balanced proportions, sculptural shapes and a distinctive Crystal Face radiator grille impressed the expert jury, which awarded the ENYAQ iV the prestigious award for outstanding product design.

  
  

  27 April 2021 

  Proud owners

  A young Norwegian family was the first in the world to take delivery of an ENYAQ iV. Silje Talsæte and her partner, Øyvind Espelund, only knew the model virtually at the time of ordering. “I was particularly impressed with the boot. I was almost shocked when I opened the fifth door,” Espelund said when taking delivery of the car.

  
  

  19 July 2021 

  Company Car of the Year

  The fully electric SUV won the Medium-Sized Electric Car category of the 2021 Company Car of the Year poll organised by the German trade magazine “firmenauto”. Its popularity among corporate customers is proved by Komerční banka’s order of 131 company EVs in January 2022.

  
  

  4 January 2022

  First in safety

  The ŠKODA ENYAQ iV scored five stars and 86% of the total available points in the Euro NCAP test. This makes it the safest car in its class for 2021.

  
  

  31 January 2022

  The brand’s fastest car

  ŠKODA AUTO has introduced the body variant of the ENYAQ COUPÉ iV. The elegant coupé is the best in its segment with a drag coefficient of cx = 0.234. The sports version of the ENYAQ COUPÉ RS iV is also the brand’s most powerful production car.

  
  

  25 February 2022

  Upgrade

  The new ME3 software version has brought extensive updates to the functions, controls and design of the infotainment system, virtual cockpit and head-up display. The ŠKODA Connect online services have also been improved. Innovations in battery management ensure higher charging performance, shorter charging times and a longer range in a winter period. 

  
  

  1 July 2022

  The car for Europe

  The Czech Government Office is using a total of 55 ŠKODA ENYAQ iVs to transport top European officials during the Czech Presidency of the EU Council.

  114.8 g/km

  were the average emissions of all the ŠKODA models delivered in 2021, that is, 3 grams below the limit stipulated by the European Union. ŠKODA’s pure electric cars have made a significant contribution towards meeting the target.

  Watch the drivers’ experiences of operating an electric SUV in the My ENYAQ iV series on the ŠKODA Storyboard.

• First-hand

  First-hand

  ŠKODA AUTO foremen and forewomen took advantage of the carmaker’s offer and borrowed the ENYAQ iV for three days in the summer. They praised the comfort and dynamic driving characteristics of the car
  

  Our family members and friends liked the car already at first glance and even more when I gave them a ride
  

  I liked the car itself, its exterior, interior and driving characteristics. I tried all the driving modes and was happy with everything. We were in South Moravia, drove a few kilometres in Austria and also went to visit friends in Beroun. Our family members and friends liked the car already at first glance and even more when I gave them a ride. The ENYAQ iV met my expectations, and I didn’t find any fault with it. Apart from the higher acceleration, I don’t see a big difference with combustion-powered cars. However, I was unpleasantly surprised by the lack of charging infrastructure. When the latter is extensive enough, I will definitely recommend the car to my neighbours.

  Roman Budinský

  Foreman PFO-P/127 V – Surface Treatment of Mouldings

  
  

  The electric car is great, and I would buy one in a heartbeat
  

  We took trips to Prague, Doksy and the old quarry at Velká Amerika, and we travelled across the Bohemian Paradise. I liked everything. The electric car is great, and I would buy one in a heartbeat. I was most surprised by the driving properties, acceleration and the fact that it doesn’t need to be recharged as much when using the regeneration. In the beginning, when I talked about borrowing this car, my family members didn’t have a lot of nice things to say about it. The purchase price of the car seemed high to them, and they were worried that the price of electricity has been going up and its operation would be a disadvantage. When they saw that the car could be charged at home and the number of charging stations has increased, they changed their mind. Even my father-in-law is now thinking of buying one. I haven’t driven a better car yet, and I recommend it to everyone. 

  Pavel Podhajský

  Foreman PF1-M/154 V – Assembly SHOP MB

  
  

  The car is as easy to control as a child’s toy
  

  What I liked the most was the ease of controlling the car, which weighs almost 2.6 tonnes. The Travel Assist, which recognises traffic signs, is also great. In my opinion, the main difference between an electric car and a car with an internal combustion engine is that once you have set the car up, all you have to do is turn the wheel. We travelled around South Bohemia in the car and visited Hluboká, Písek and Orlík. After a full day in the car, my family appreciated the comfortable seats. I haven’t changed my opinion about electric cars. It is the future, and we all have to learn to work with it. 

  Luboš Meloun

  Foreman PF2-K/133 V – BODY SHOP MB II

  I wanted to test the concept of a pure electric car, including its charging, and see if it was realistic to operate it in everyday life.
  

  
  

  The curious Polish police wanted to take a closer look at the car
  

  It’s a beautiful car. I was surprised by its acceleration and numerous assistants, including Laura, who guided me through the whole trip with a pleasant voice. The car has comfortable and intuitive controls, and I appreciated the quietness of the cabin, the view from the car and the Lane Change Assist while driving. We drove nearly 600 km in the car, visiting our relatives in the vicinity of Mladá Boleslav and Česká Lípa. We also went to Liberec and Ještěd and visited Germany and Poland, where we had a funny story. Near the Turów mine, we were stopped by local security who called the Polish police. They just wanted to take a closer look at the car. My relatives were pleasantly surprised by the car. 

  Petr Kupec

  Foreman PKP/25 V – Axle Assembly-MEB

• Electric family ENYAQ iV

  Electric family ENYAQ iV

  The ENYAQ iV is ŠKODA’s first pure electric SUV. Since its introduction to the public, the model’s portfolio has grown to include additional versions and variants
  

  ENYAQ iV

  The practical and comfortable SUV with rear- or all-wheel drive offers a completely emission-free and dynamic driving experience. Thanks to the modular MEB platform developed specifically for electric cars, the car offers cutting-edge technology, fast charging and a long range. The versatile car is made for everyday use.

  Maximum power: 132–195 kW

  Maximum speed: 160 km/h

  Boot capacity: 585 l

  Maximum torque: 310–425 Nm

  Acceleration 0–100 km/h*: 6.9–8.8 s

  Range: 408–532 km

  Battery capacity: 62 or 82 kWh

  Consumption: 15.9 to 18.4 kWh/100 km

  * depending on the motorisation

  
  

  ENYAQ COUPÉ iV

  The four-door coupé with an emotional and sporty look is characterised by a roofline that slopes slightly backwards from the B-pillar. It still offers generous space for all passengers. Thanks to excellent aerodynamics with a drag coefficient of cx = 0.234, this model is even more economical than its older brother, the ENYAQ iV.  

  Maximum power: 132–195 kW

  Maximum speed: 160 km/h

  Boot capacity: 570 l

  Maximum torque: 310–425 Nm

  Acceleration 0–100 km/h*: 7.0–8.8 s

  Range: 416–544 km

  Battery capacity: 62 or 82 kWh

  Consumption: 15.5 to 18.0 kWh/100 km

  * depending on the motorisation

  ENYAQ COUPÉ RS iV
  is the brand’s most powerful production car
  

  ENYAQ COUPÉ RS iV

  The top-of-the-line 4 × 4 version with two electric motors and a system output of 220 kW is currently the brand’s most powerful production car. The extensive standard equipment includes Matrix LED headlights, rear top LED headlights with animated direction indicators and a Crystal Face front grille. 

  Maximum power: 220 kW

  Maximum speed: 180 km/h

  Boot capacity: 570 l

  Maximum torque: 460 Nm

  Acceleration 0–100 km/h: 6.5 s

  Range: 504 km

  Battery capacity: 82 kWh

  Consumption: 17.2 to 18.1 kWh/100 km

  
  

  ENYAQ SPORTLINE iV

  Black painted body elements, large alloy wheels and a lowered sports chassis give the ENYAQ SPORTLINE iV a confident look and enhance its dynamic driving characteristics. Inside, the sporty seats with integrated head restraints, three-spoke multifunction steering wheel and Carbon decorative trim strike a chord.

  Maximum power: 132–195 kW

  Maximum speed: 160 km/h

  Boot capacity: 585 litres

  Maximum torque: 310–425 Nm

  Acceleration 0–100 km/h*: 6.9–8.8 s

  Range: 408–532 km

  Battery capacity: 62 or 82 kWh

  Consumption: 15.9 to 18.4 kWh/100 km

  * depending on the motorisation

  Other additions

  ŠKODA AUTO will introduce at least three new all-electric models by 2026, reflecting the brand’s new design language unveiled on 30 August. All will be below the ENYAQ iV in terms of price and dimensions.

• My life with an electric car

  Tomáš Kotera

  My life with an electric car

  After getting to know the ENYAQ iV, the Head of Corporate Communications (GKU) easily and quickly lost his prejudice against electric cars 
  

  My ENYAQ iV 80

  Drive: 4 × 2 

  Maximum power: 150 kW

  Torque: 310 Nm

  Acceleration 0–100 km/h: 8.6 s

  Maximum speed: 160 km/h

  Consumption: 18 kWh/km

  Battery capacity: 82 kWh

  Range: 532 km

  Energy for the whole day
  

  When Tomáš Kotera started driving a fully electric SUV, he soon discovered that it brought him no limitations. On the contrary, he finds it more comfortable than conventionally powered cars because of its sophisticated interior and user-friendly controls. “I’m not saying that electric cars are for everyone. Every model has its own target group. For me, the range of my car is sufficient,” says the Head of Corporate Communications (GKU). “Above all, I’ve realised how extremely important it is to allow people to experience an electric car in traffic.” He did not get a negative reaction when he lent the ENYAQ iV to colleagues and friends for a test drive. “They’ve returned it to me with a smile on their face and praise for how quiet, comfortable, dynamic and modern it is. That is why I also welcome the initiative of Marek Jancák, Head of Car Production (PF), which has allowed colleagues from the factory to test drive the car.”

  According to T. Kotera, it is important for the development of electromobility to build a sufficient network of fast-charging stations in the future. “As part of the NEXT LEVEL – ŠKODA STRATEGY 2030, we want to sell 50–70% of pure electric cars on the European market in 2030. By then, the charging rate at a ‘slow’ charger, where one car spends four or five hours, will be insufficient,” he says. The major players should go all in on developing electric mobility together: carmakers by increasing range and model offerings, and the state by building infrastructure. “I’ve already experienced the dynamic transition from internal combustion engines to electric cars during my years in China. There, too, it took state-level support at the beginning for ordinary users to get the system up and running quickly.”

  At the end of April, T. Kotera purchased a photovoltaic power plant for his house, including an 11 kW battery that covers his household operation. “Combined with photovoltaics, electromobility makes a lot of sense to me. The excess energy in sunny weather goes into the car battery. My consumption from the grid is almost zero,” he points out. However, when using an electric car and photovoltaics, one has to change one’s mindset. One must plan high-energy activities ideally for the part of the day when the sun is at its most intense. And it is the feeling of running on clean energy from the sun that he really enjoys.

  The development of a network of super-fast chargers will be crucial for electromobility
  

  8:37 a.m. 

  Round of meetings

  Today, I have several meetings in various places in Mladá Boleslav. The carmaker’s car park offers plenty of recharge points, which are easy to use via the MFA card. But today’s meetings are too short; 20-minute charging is only effective at the fast-charging stations.
  

  11:15 a.m. 

  Preparing for the ride 

  I have a meeting with journalists in Prague this afternoon, so I charge my battery at the 50 kWh charger outside the Pentagon. When I spend all day at the office, I opt for less powerful chargers as it is more battery-friendly.

  0:45 p.m.

  Remote control

  The outside temperature has risen to 30°C. I turn on the air conditioning in the MyŠKODA app to make the car temperature bearable by the time I leave. When I’m sitting in a meeting and see that my car is sufficiently charged, I remotely switch off the charging, the cable unlocks, and someone else can use the charger.

  1:30 p.m.

  On the way to Prague

  I select Eco driving mode for 90% of my trips and would welcome the ability to set the individual car function selection as the default. I often use B-mode with maximum recuperation. I don’t slam on the brakes before junctions – I just take my foot off the accelerator to recharge the car battery.

  
  

  3:00 p.m.

  Meeting the press

  I go to Prague up to three times a week. I have benefitted enormously from free parking in the blue zones. Sometimes, I use fast chargers when I’m there; for example, the 150 kW at the V-Tower in Pankrác, where it takes me 20 minutes to recharge.

  
  

  5:20 p.m.

  Arriving home

  On one trip to Prague and back, with the city’s stop-and-go driving included, my range is reduced by a maximum of 150 km, so if I leave Mladá Boleslav with the battery charged to 80%, I can get by with home charging from the sun for the rest of the week.

  Great to go fishing and hiking
  

  This Mladá Boleslav native often drives his electric car in his free time. The spacious car, which also performs well off the road, is used for his favourite fishing and other trips. The eco-friendly car with a Lodge interior made from recycled materials fits with the nature and mountains he loves. “My friends and I go on long hikes. We drive the car to our favourite Jizera Mountains, for example, where we leave it parked over the weekend. Even here, I also strive to find places to park where there is a charging station,” explains T. Kotera. Space-wise, the ENYAQ iV is generous and fits everything you need: tents, walking sticks and heavy boots, as well as warm sleeping bags and winter gear in the winter. “We regularly travel in a group of four people, but we’ve also taken the trip in a group of five,” he says, praising the car’s practicality. 

  He also makes great use of the towbar, which is comfortable and easy to install with the touch of a button. “By contrast, I miss being able to use the car as a power bank. I spend a lot of time away from the official campsites, and I would like it if the car were connected to a grill or other electrical device requiring 220 V, for example. I would also like a universal app that allowed me to find a free public charging station and book it 20 minutes in advance,” he adds. The development of electromobility is close to T. Kotera’s heart because he has a great affinity for Mladá Boleslav and ŠKODA AUTO. He has been working at the company for more than 20 years, his father spent his entire life working for the carmaker, and his sister also works there. “It’s important for the region and the Czech Republic that the carmaker thrives. For this reason, we must successfully manage the transition to electromobility to secure the future for all our employees. I’m pleased that the transformation is well underway and that electric models smaller than the ENYAQ iV are being added so that customers will have more to choose from,” concludes T. Kotera.

  Powerpass has made recharging easier. You can use almost any public station
  

  Tomáš Kotera

  Head of Corporate Communications (GKU)
  

• An experience worth having

  An experience worth having 

  Is it cheaper to run on petrol or electricity? Does the range of purely electric cars allow the average driver to travel in comfort? Don’t they spend half their life waiting for the car to charge? 

  The actual consumption and range of electric cars are frequently debated by both supporters and die-hard opponents of electromobility. However, their fiery discussions on online forums and social media are rarely based on actual experience with the cars. That is why we went on a test drive to help us determine how much the average Czech driver would pay when driving an ENYAQ COUPÉ iV in July 2022.

  25%

  Using the roof box increases the electric car’s energy consumption by up to a quarter.
  

  Test parameters
  

  Route length: 111 km (27% motorway, 37% off-road, 36% municipal)

  Driving mode: Eco

  Outdoor temperature: 24 °C

  Air conditioning setting: 21 °C  

  Occupancy: 3 adults + 15 kg luggage

  Average speed: 47 km/h

  Consumption: 16.7 kWh/100 km

  Cost per 100 km*: CZK 125 (AC charging), CZK 192 (DC charging)

  * When using the Simply Charge tariff of the Powerpass service. In the case of homecharging, the price would be significantly lower.

  
  

  Travelling on electricity is cheaper

  Numerous variables affect the energy consumption and the range of electric cars. Purely electric cars are very sensitive to outside and inside temperatures, road type, driving style, occupancy and changes to the car’s aerodynamics or whether a trailer is attached. Therefore, we chose the most common conditions possible for testing. We completed the trip with three people on board and a corresponding amount of luggage. It was average summer weather, and we strived to observe the maximum speed limit. And how did the consumption turn out?

  The calculation of the actual cost of driving an electric car is affected by the different electricity prices from suppliers, as well as the charging methods. For our calculation, we chose the Powerpass Simply Charge tariff designed for drivers who drive mainly in and around cities. With a consumption of 16.7 kWh/100 km, as shown by the infotainment display of the ENYAQ COUPÉ iV 80 after our test drive, the cost per 100 km with AC charging amounted to CZK 125 (and CZK 192 with the faster DC charger). Comparing the cost of driving with the KODIAQ 1.5 TSI 110 kW DSG with a combined consumption of 7 l/100 km at the July price of CZK 46 per litre of Natural 95, the driver of the ENYAQ COUPÉ iV would save between CZK 130 and CZK 197. With a range of 15,000 km per year, the future owner of an electric SUV would theoretically save up to CZK 30,000.

  Service pricelist Powerpass

  valid as of 31 July 2022

  * AC – alternating current charging; DC – direct current charging; IONITY – charging at fast charging stations on the IONITY network

  
  

  Most people not limited by the range

  We did our test drive according to the rules and in the highest recovery mode while braking as little as possible. With the car’s incredible acceleration and occasional help from the driving assistants, it was pure fun. Of course, we also kept a close eye on how our agile car’s range would decrease as the trip progressed. In the end, it was reduced by 128 km, and since it was also due to 10-minute stop-and-go driving in traffic on the D5 motorway, this was an acceptable variation. We also thought about whether the range of the ENYAQ iV range is comfortable for most of us. Since the average Czech covers a distance of 18 km* on the way to work and drives slightly over 300 km per week, in the case of the electric SUV from Mladá Boleslav, this means charging “full” once a week. And all of us can find the time to do that. 

  * Nielsen Admosphere research, 2019

  How our range decreased

  Start of the test / Battery status: 73%
  

  Range: 354 km

  End of the test / Battery status: 47%

  Range: 226 km
  

  
  

  We will not run on empty

  Electric mobility is changing our travel habits, and we need to adapt. In our experience, a wallbox installed at home or access to one or a charging station at work will make life with an electric car comfortable. In fact, when charging from a 230 V socket, our test car only got enough juice for 7 km in an hour of charging. And that is a speed that is just enough for the cottage where the car is parked for the entire weekend. We had a completely different experience with the 150 kW speed charger. The car’s range increased by 12 km per minute, and we barely had time to finish our coffee before the next trip.
  

  Charging time

  (77 kW battery from 10% to 80%)
  

  Public
  charging
  

  (125 kW)

  29 min

  ŠKODA iV
  Charger

  (11 kW)

  6 hr

  230V
  socket

  more than noon
  

  
  

• How far will go

  How far will the ENYAQ iV 80 go?
  

  Three illustrative examples from the range calculator show how the range can vary according to various factors.
  

• Simply clever charging

  Simply Clever charging
  

  ŠKODA AUTO strives to make it as easy as possible for electric car drivers to charge their cars at home, at work and on the road
  

  Together with our partners from the energy companies, we’re preparing pilot projects that will expand the portfolio of home charging products, also with regard to energy and charging availability in places with weaker connections. This also applies to the upcoming smart features that our electric cars will get.

  Jan Špatný

  VAP/3 – After Sales Business Development
  

  Home charging  

  Having convenient and efficient charging at home facilitates a comfortable life with an electric car. That is why ŠKODA AUTO is offering three eMobility packages that address the tasks associated with installing and operating the ŠKODA iV Charger for homes. By using it, the drivers can charge their cars up to five times faster than from a regular socket. In addition, they can monitor the status, charging history and charged energy in the Powerpass mobile app. The ŠKODA iV Charger Connect version offers a Wi-Fi connection. The Connect+ variant features LTE internet connectivity and an electricity meter, which allows charging to be distributed among multiple users (e.g. in a shared underground garage). 

  Half of Czechs live in apartments, so it will be important for the development of eMobility to provide charging in apartment buildings. This is partly addressed by a change in legislation. New and renovated housing developments with more than 10 parking spaces will need to have cables installed to make it possible to connect them to a charging station in the future. Infrastructure development is also helped by subsidies for the purchase of charging stations under the New Green Savings Programme.

  2

  The detailed electrical installation check, which is known as a home check and forms part of the eMobility packages, usually takes no more than two hours.

  Service coverage

  Powerpass

  (June 2022)

  ■ 80–100%

  ■ 60–79%

  ■ 40–59%

  ■ 20–39%

  ■ 0–19%

  A powerful card

  Drivers of electrified ŠKODA cars do not have to worry about running out of juice when travelling around Europe. If they use the Powerpass service, they can charge from more than 340,000 public charging points, including the IONITY network of super-fast chargers. With a single card, they can charge almost anywhere in the European Union, and all their charging and payment details will be available on the mobile app. ŠKODA AUTO has also connected the largest Czech energy providers to the Powerpass service. “The owners of electrified ŠKODA cars can easily charge their cars also in the networks of ČEZ, E.ON and PRE,” explains Barbora Kabátová, eMobility Specialist at VX2 – Online Customer Journey.

  Over 90% of customers who buy purely electric cars and plug-in hybrids are companies in the Czech Republic. Their needs are addressed by the Chargee charging platform, which currently has around 4,200 charging points in the Czech Republic, Poland and Slovakia. It allows drivers to use public, work and home chargers with just one card. It provides fleet managers with continuous and comprehensive online monitoring of all their cars and users and enables them to track the costs easily. “Chargee delivers the most comprehensive electromobility solution for fleet customers in the country to date. Its advantages are also appreciated by large leasing companies, which integrate it into their internal systems,” adds Miroslav Holan, Head of VTO – Strategy & Business Network Development in the Czech Republic.

  3

  One in three drivers of the ENYAQ iV model range in the EU uses the Powerpass service. The most popular tariff is Charge Faster.
  

  Chargee is currently available with four tariffs that take into account the number of electric cars in the fleet.
  

  ↑ The electrified parking lot at Gate 8 is already serving drivers.

  Employees charge for free

  The carmaker is also supporting the development of eMobility in the Czech Republic by building charging networks in and around its plants. In line with the original plan, it has built and fully commissioned 1,367 charging points in Mladá Boleslav, Vrchlabí and Kvasiny in car parks for company cars and employees, as well as for the internal needs of the Technical Development, Sales and Marketing, Quality and Production, and Logistics teams. By the end of 2024, up to 200 additional charging points for company cars and employees could be added based on the current needs. “We regularly monitor the consumption and usage of charging stations with ŠKO-ENERGO, so we know that our infrastructure covers the current demand of interested parties. Employees can charge their cars for free this year. The form of this service for next year will be decided in Q4,” explains Kamil Vepřek, eMobility project coordinator from SPP/4 – Social Services.

  In cooperation with ŠKO-ENERGO, the carmaker has set up 32 charging points for the public in front of the ŠKODA Museum, the STC Kosmonosy building and other locations in Mladá Boleslav. All the charging stations are operated by ŠKO-ENERGO. Beyond the original electrification plan, a 100% electrified parking lot at Gate 8 opened this July and offers an additional 250 charging points. The ŠKODA AUTO dealer network is also helping with electrification across the Czech Republic and currently offers 300 charging points. Most of the clientele consists of the partner’s customers, with the number of uses from external and foreign clients growing continuously. “We are gradually trying to integrate most of these stations into platforms, such as Powerpass and Chargee,” says Branislav Schvarc, eMobility project coordinator for the Czech market at VTO.

  1,367

  The number of charging points that ŠKODA AUTO has built in and around its plants since 2018.
  

  
  

  The October 2022 issue of ŠKODA Mobil will take a closer look at the building of the electric infrastructure at ŠKODA AUTO plants.

• With respect for nature

  With Respect for Nature

  With a carbon footprint close to zero and eco-friendly materials, electric cars from Mladá Boleslav win their customers’ hearts
  

  ↑ The electric car side windows are partly made of recycled glass.

  The Czech carmaker is continuously reducing CO₂ emissions throughout the production process of electric cars. Energy for car and component production used in Czech plants will be CO₂ neutral in the second half of this decade. Consistently reducing emissions in the supply chain is also an integral part of sustainable electromobility. For example, the supplier uses only renewable energy to manufacture the batteries powering the ENYAQ iV. This produces a significant reduction in emissions because the production of high-performance battery cells is very energy-demanding. Currently, unavoidable CO₂ emissions are offset by investments in certified climate protection projects. Thanks to these activities, ŠKODA AUTO delivers its electric flagship to customers with a balance-neutral carbon footprint, as confirmed by the 2021 certificate from TÜV NORD CERT.

  Cleaner production is brought about by the carmaker’s continuous process optimisation. The production of batteries for the MEB platform launched this spring directly at the Mladá Boleslav plant has significantly reduced transport requirements. The electric tractors used in intra-plant transport have also contributed to more sustainable logistics. In addition to reducing the carbon footprint in the development and production of its cars, the carmaker has consistently supported the development of renewable energy sources in Europe. For example, it is involved in the construction of a new wind farm in Finland that will supply around 150,000 homes with green electricity – or can power ŠKODA’s zero-emission electric cars locally.  

  The emphasis on sustainable mobility is also reflected in the materials used in the production of the pure electric SUV. Some 70% of the upholstery in the Lodge variant consists of recycled plastics. Aluminium and steel are used in the production of the car, which is also composed in no small part of recyclables. However, the ENYAQ iV also features natural-based materials, such as cellulose fibres in the boot.

  30%

  is roughly the reduction in energy consumption at ŠKODA AUTO’s Czech plants between 2010 and 2020. By switching to greener energy sources, the carmaker has seen its CO2 emissions decrease by 58%. 

  ↑ Approximately 320 PET bottles are used for the interior trim in the Lodge variant.

• Just like your favourite room

  Just like your favourite room

  The ENYAQ iV’s interiors, among which customers can choose, are inspired by modern living
  

  Interior variants replace the ENYAQ iV model range trim levels

  Pleasing to the crew and nature

  On the inside, the electric SUV’s crew is pampered with soft and environmentally friendly materials created thanks to the carmaker’s collaboration with suppliers and the scientific community. For example, the interior of the ENYAQ iV Lodge features upholstery made from PET bottles. To make them, the plastic packaging is crushed, melted and processed into granulate before being turned into a durable yarn.

• Worry-free travel

  Worry-free travel
  

  The simpler design of an electric car brings interesting savings compared with servicing cars with internal combustion engines
  

  The powertrain of an electric car has a minimum number of moving parts, especially when compared with internal combustion engines

  ŠKODA AUTO’s service network has also been carefully preparing for eMobility in recent years. Every authorised ŠKODA service centre can provide the right care for electric cars. Servicing them is very different from servicing traditional cars with combustion engines. “The interval is already different, as the ENYAQ iV is based not on mileage but only on time. The composition of the service is also different. This is because of the electric car power unit’s design, which has the absolute minimum number of moving parts, especially when compared with internal combustion engines,” explains Jan Pícha, Head of VTS – Servicing CR. “Thanks to the use of regeneration, the brakes are also less stressed, and there is no need to change oil fillings in the engine, gearbox, differential or fuel and oil filters. This makes the normal service plan for an electric car significantly more cost-effective. If the customer purchases the standard pre-paid service package for five years (with a maximum range of 150,000 km), the customer will pay only CZK 9,700, including VAT, to service their ENYAQ iV,” adds J. Pícha.

  ŠKODA AUTO offers an eight-year or 160,000 km warranty on the still relatively expensive traction battery. In addition, the battery consists of modules containing individual cells. If one of them breaks down, the service centre simply needs to replace the specific module, not the entire battery. This option keeps service costs to a minimum after the warranty expires.

  ŠKODA
  Prepaid service 

  Option: Standard 

  Duration: 5 years 

  Maximum mileage: 150,000 km

  Price: 

  New FABIA: CZK 33,100

  New OCTAVIA: CZK 50,300

  KODIAQ: CZK 58,300

  ENYAQ iV: CZK 9,700

  (The prices include VAT.)

• Even better car

  Even better car

  The new ME3 software will bring several useful benefits to ENYAQ iV owners

  The benefits of the pure electric SUVs from Mladá Boleslav include continuous improvements to their features and functions. In August, ŠKODA AUTO launched a free service campaign in which a new version of the ME3 software will be installed during the second half of this year in ENYAQ iV cars that have already been delivered. Improved battery management will extend battery life. The update increase also charging speeds and ensure a longer real range in winter. Drivers will appreciate clearer infotainment graphics and improvements to the virtual cockpit and head-up display. The range of ŠKODA Connect online service functions, which can now be used more intuitively, has also been expanded.

  All the cars in the current ENYAQ iV model range are already equipped with this software. In the future, pure electric SUVs that have activated ŠKODA Connect will be updated remotely without needing to visit a service partner in person. 

  More convenient charging

  The ME3 software will also make car recharging more convenient for drivers using the Powerpass service. It supports Plug & Charge, which allows charging stations to conveniently start charging by simply plugging in a charging cable. The car identifies itself and starts charging automatically. Plug & Charge is also supported by the European IONITY network of fast-charging stations, which Volkswagen is helping to expand. Other partners will soon follow.

  Benefits

  ME3 software

  Plug & Charge is automatically
  included in the contract for new customers
  

• Elekromobilita v plném běhu

  Production of the ENYAQ COUPÉ iV variant started in February 2022.

  The first owner of the ENYAQ iV is a Norwegian family who ordered the car before its launch.

  In September 2021, the collection of the National Technical Museum in Prague was expanded by the ENYAQ iV. It is placed alongside the L&K Voiturette B, ŠKODA SUPERB presidential cars and other models, motorcycles and components from the carmaker’s production that are among the milestones in the history of Czech technology.
  

  The ENYAQ iV was used by Pope Francis during his visit to Slovakia in September 2021. The car’s standard tinted rear windows were replaced with clear glass.
  

• Jako v pokojíčku

  Basic Loft with a two-tone dashboard evokes cosy living for young families.

  Innovative Lodge prides itself on sustainable materials.

  EcoSuite boasts eco-cleaned leather in cognac.
  

  Maximum comfort is offered by the soft leather interior of the RS Suite.
  

  The RS Lounge for the ENYAQ COUPÉ RS iV relies on Artisin, a synthetic material that resembles leather.

• Můj život s elekromobilem

  The car range is sufficient for Tomáš Kotera’s needs. He usually recharges once a week at work or continuously at home.
  

  He praises the control of the electric car thanks to the use of the MyŠKODA mobile app and charging with Powerpass.

  He plans to install a ŠKODA iV Charger wallbox in his garage.
  

  As a loyal Mladá Boleslav native, Tomáš Kotera prefers fishing on the Jizera River.

  The ENYAQ iV gives him plenty of space for all his hobbies.

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