Latest news for Skoda 
Two new engines for Skoda Octavia hatchback and estate(01/02/2010)
The Škoda Octavia family hatchback and estate range is now even more attractive thanks to the addition of two new engines. A new, downsized 1.2 TSI 105bhp petrol engine is now offered along with the very latest 1.6 TDI CR 105bhp diesel engine with DSG dual-clutch transmission. The 1.2 TSI 105bhp is now available with both 6-speed manual and 7-speed DSG gearboxes, in either hatchback or estate bodystyles and in S and SE trim levels. This engi... [more]
Free winter health check for all Skoda customers(20/01/2010)
Sub-zero temperatures can seriously damage cars and, after a week of treacherous driving conditions, many vehicles will be feeling the strain. Snow and freezing conditions accelerate wear and tear on cars. With more bad weather due, it’s important that drivers check their car for winter readiness so they can remain safe on the roads. When temperatures drop a car’s battery can begin to fail, wiper blades can rip as they stick to the windscree... [more]
Skoda Superb Estate goes on sale in the UK in February(30/12/2009)
The new Škoda Superb Estate is set to become both the most luxurious and most practical car ever to wear the famous winged arrow badge. Trim levels and engine choices will mirror those of the Superb hatchback with S, SE and Elegance models available along with the same range of three petrol and three diesel engines. All engines, from 1.4 TSI to 3.6 V6 are equipped with direct fuel injection for optimum fuel efficiency, performance and low emis... [more]
Škoda Yeti prices will start at Ł13,750(27/08/2009)
Prices for Škoda’s newest – and fifth – model line, the Yeti, will start at just Ł13,750. With great prices and Škoda’s legendary high levels of specification, Yeti will provide the best value in its class when it breaks cover on 17 September. Combining the strengths of a traditional 4x4 with the practicality and low running costs of a hatchback, Yeti is a true crossover. Yeti will be available in four trim levels, with a choice of five eng... [more]
Škoda offering special deals to business users(17/08/2009)
Škoda is offering great deals across the Škoda range that are designed specifically for business users in order to meet their needs. Škoda Finance is offering monthly rentals on Superb and Octavia models that deliver Škoda’s value, from high fuel economy and low CO2 emissions to low servicing costs and excellent resale values, all delivered with the support of Škoda’s dedicated fleet team. The flagship Škoda Superb GreenLine is available to fl... [more]
Skoda enters Chinese AO-class market(25/01/2009)
Skoda has celebrated the launch of the Fabia Jingrui, marking the entry of the car into the Chinese AO-class market. Liu Jian, General Manager of SVW (Shanghai Volkswagen Group), stated that “The Fabia Jingrui is of very high quality. Boasting space and practicality, as well as a great price, the Fabia will offer a great experience for customers in the China market.” The Fabia Jingrui is available in China in two engines, 1.4 litre and 1.6 ... [more]
Skoda introduces Limited Edition Octavia vRS with sporty additions(24/01/2009)
Škoda has introduced the new Limited Edition Octavia vRS. The exclusive 500 run of the performance model features a number of sporty additions and is based on re-aligned vRS with increased specification and upgrades for 2009. The Octavia vRS Limited Edition has a unique production number stitched onto the seat and offers over Ł1,900 worth of added equipment for an added cost of only Ł750, which includes: * Bespoke design Italian leather s... [more]
MIRA retro-fit hybrid conversion reduces fuel costs without designing a new car(04/05/2008)
MIRA have unveiled a retro-fit hybrid conversion with the potential to save 61% on fuel costs and lower tailpipe emissions by 39% without designing a new car. The hybrid conversion with a novel removable battery pack upgrades existing vehicles to the technology some concept cars are showcasing at this year’s motor shows. A technology demonstrator has been built around a popular b-segment car to show the potential of the technology. As a “plu... [more]
Other car news
China passenger car sales up 55 pct in February (AP via Yahoo! News)
China's passenger car sales climbed 55 percent from a year earlier in February, despite a long national holiday, on strong demand for smaller cars and sport utility vehicles, an industry group reported Tuesday.
Car sales finally start to speed up (Western People)
CAR sales in Mayo soared last month, giving the industry a much needed boost. 282 new cars were driven out of forecourts in the county in February, compared to 161 for the same month last year – an increase of 75 per cent.
China passenger car sales up 55 percent in Feb (AP via Yahoo! News)
China's passenger car sales climbed 55 percent from a year earlier in Feburary, despite a long national holiday, on strong demand for smaller cars and sport utility vehicles, an industry group reported Tuesday.
Industry posts 36.6% growth in car sales in first 2 months, highest in 14 years (Manila Bulletin)
Total car sales went up 36.6 percent in the first two months this year, an all-time high year to date growth since 1996 as February sales of 12,573 units brought the year to date sales to 24,336 units versus 17,818 units in the same period last year, the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines Inc. (CAMPI) reported.
Feb car sales rise 33% y-o-y: Industry (The Economic Times)
Feb car sales rise 33% y-o-y: IndustryFeb car sales rise 33% y-o-y: Industry
Businesses driving car sales (GMA News)
Car sales continued to grow in February, largely due to demand for vehicles for business use, industry data released on Tuesday showed.
China passenger car sales up 55 pct in February (San Francisco Chronicle)
China's passenger car sales climbed 55 percent from a year earlier in February, despite a long national holiday, on strong demand for smaller cars and sport utility vehicles, an industry group reported Tuesday. Sales of cars, commercial vehicles and SUVs rose... Sport utility vehicle - Passenger car - China - Commercial vehicle - Business and Economy
Businesses driving car sales (BusinessWorld Online)
CAR SALES continued to grow in February, largely due to demand for vehicles for business use, industry data released yesterday showed.
China car sales soar (CBC.ca)
China's passenger car sales in February climbed 55 per cent from a year earlier, despite a long national holiday, on strong demand for smaller cars and sport utility vehicles, an industry group reportes.
China car sales up 55% (Straits Times)
SHANGHAI - CHINA'S passenger car sales climbed 55 per cent from a year earlier in Feburary, despite a long national holiday, on strong demand for smaller cars and sport utility vehicles, an industry group reported Tuesday. Sales of cars, commercial vehicles and SUVs rose to 942,900 units, while sales of all vehicles including trucks and buses rose 46 per cent year-on-year to 1.21 million ...
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