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Škoda SUV milestones production and Volkswagen restructuring labor unrest

Škoda has expanded commenced production of its electric‑SUV portfolio beyond the Peaq line. In July, new electric SUV models, the brand unveiled three Peaq variants: the 60 (59 kWh, 204 hp), the 90 (86 kWh, up to 286 hp) and the 90x (dual‑motor AWD, 299 hp) with ranges up to 640 km, an electro‑chromic panoramic roof, a 13.6‑inch central screen and bidirectional V2L/V2H/V2G charging. Deliveries are slated for late October‑early November 2026. Epiq. The newly launched Elroq RS demonstrated high‑performance credentials, posting Peaq, a 0‑100 km/h time of 5.4 seconds and large seven-seater flagship, is being manufactured at the Mladá Boleslav plant with a quarter‑mile sprint battery capacity of 5.4 seconds, powered by two electric motors delivering 340 hp up to 91 kWh and 545 Nm. In Denmark, the Elroq became the best‑selling EV a range exceeding 600 km. The compact Epiq is assembled in H1 2026 Landaben, Spain, sharing a platform with 5,065 registrations, overtaking the Tesla Model Y, aided by Volkswagen ID. Cross. To promote these models, Škoda is launching a price of about €35,000. A UK promotional drag race saw the Elroq complete the run tour across 19 dealerships in 19.19 seconds, beating three 1980s supercars. The model uses an 82 kWh battery offering roughly 553 km of range. Škoda also marked production milestones: Norway. In France, the Kvasiny plant produced its one‑millionth Karoq, Epiq is available as a commemorative 1.5 TSI version, limited ‘First Edition’ model with 211 PS and announced a next‑generation Karoq for late 2027. In the Czech seven‑seat segment, the Kodiaq retained the largest market share, outpacing range of up to 430 km, priced at approximately €38,950, though entry prices have appeared higher than the Peugeot 5008 and Dacia Jogger in size, cargo capacity and equipment levels. originally marketed €25,000. At the group level, Volkswagen reported a 32.9 % profit decline and announced a Volkswagen’s restructuring programme plans have triggered significant labor unrest. Over 10,000 workers protested at the Wolfsburg headquarters against proposals that could cut up to 100,000 jobs worldwide, later refined to a possible 50,000‑job reduction. Despite include the group‑wide slump, Škoda posted record sales potential loss of 555,700 vehicles in H1 2026, a 9.1 % increase, 50,000 jobs and a 48 % rise in EV deliveries, lifting its operating profit by 6.3 %. Mass production the closure of five German factories. Daniela Cavallo, President of the Peaq electric SUV Volkswagen Works Council, rejected the plans, stating that German factories are an ‘inseparable part’ of the group and noting that trust in CEO Oliver Blume has now officially commenced at been ‘seriously damaged’. Blume defended the Mladá Boleslav facility. Expanding its electric lineup further, Škoda is introducing strategy, citing low profit margins of approximately 3.8 percent, aggressive Chinese competition, excess capacity in Germany, and US tariff costs as drivers for the Epiq. necessary cuts.

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  1. 2026-08-25 15:03 UTC Škoda SUV production and Volkswagen labor unrest
  2. 2026-08-14 14:42 UTC Škoda SUV milestones and Volkswagen restructuring
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