Škoda Auto’s Kvasiny and Vrchlabí Plants Mark Decades of Innovation and Sustainable Growth

Škoda Auto’s Kvasiny and Vrchlabí Plants Mark Decades of Innovation and Sustainable Growth

(IN BRIEF) Škoda Auto is celebrating major anniversaries for its Kvasiny and Vrchlabí plants, marking 90 and 160 years of operation, respectively. The Vrchlabí plant, originally a carriage manufacturer, has evolved into a cutting-edge facility producing automatic transmissions, achieving carbon neutrality in 2020. The Kvasiny plant, which began producing cars in 1934, now manufactures popular models like the Karoq, Kodiaq, and Octavia, and has integrated advanced technologies and sustainable practices, with 90% of its electricity coming from renewable sources. These milestones highlight Škoda’s long-standing commitment to innovation and sustainability.

(PRESS RELEASE) MLADÁ BOLESLAV/KWASINY/VRCHLABÍ, 3-Sep-2024 — /EuropaWire/ — Škoda Auto marks significant anniversaries for its Kvasiny and Vrchlabí manufacturing plants, celebrating 90 and 160 years of industrial heritage, respectively. These facilities, integral to Škoda’s production network, have undergone substantial transformations, embracing modern technologies and sustainability practices.

The Vrchlabí plant, originally established in 1864 as a carriage manufacturer, became part of Škoda in 1946 and has since evolved into a state-of-the-art production site, specializing in DQ200 automatic transmissions. Achieving carbon neutrality in 2020, the plant exemplifies Škoda’s commitment to environmental responsibility.

Meanwhile, the Kvasiny plant, which began car production in 1934, now produces popular Škoda models such as the Karoq, Kodiaq, and Octavia. The site has integrated Industry 4.0 technologies and significantly reduced its environmental impact, with 90% of its electricity sourced from renewables.

These milestones underscore Škoda Auto’s legacy of innovation and its dedication to sustainable production, positioning the company at the forefront of the automotive industry.

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SOURCE: Škoda Auto a.s