Podcast about digital technologies in Škoda cars and automotive industry. Listen every two weeks on your favorite podcast platform.
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The Auto Express Podcast is a weekly car show where you can digest the latest news, the most exciting reviews and behind-the-scenes stories you won’t hear anywhere else! Each Wednesday, join host Vicki Butler-Henderson and members of the Auto Express team as we delve right into the heart of the automotive world. Subscribe now, and follow us on Twitter @AutoExpressPod for regular updates. Find out more at www.autoexpress.co.uk/podcast.
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Vivianasher.com was launched in 2021 to provide its readers with the latest news and trends of the automotive world as they happen, with a “you heard it here first!” attitude. We present the latests new cars, trucks, and SUVs with an emphasis on vehicles heaven-sent for those who know just how rewarding an outstanding automobile can be. We examine in detail new technology, new trends, and new ideas put forth by the automotive industry. VIVIAN ASHER - The One Stop for all the Automotive Enthu ...
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I like to talk about everything automotive and especially the world of sports.
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A discussion with invited guests about their personal relationships with automotive nostalgia. Despite the title, it doesn't even matter if the topic of discussion is their Dad's car or not. It could be their Mums, their Grans, parents, guardians or even a neighbours. If it made an impression, we want to talk about it. Season 1 - February - May 2023 Season 2 - July - November 2023 Season 3 - November 2023 - March 2024 Season 4 - April 2024 Hosted by Andy Gregory and Jon Recknell. Want to be ...
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Welcome to The Untitled Car Project! A show about car enthusiasts with a penchant for tweaking their vehicles to get the most out of them. As lifelong students of this never-ending fandom, we aim to highlight the sheer brilliance behind many individuals doing remarkable things in this space and also aim to tell their story through our Podcast. Our show has been catered to those with an obsession for Technical Jargons as well as the mighty noob. Just like all great things, they constantly evo ...
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#ExploreSkoda News: Škoda Auto: 21 years of continuous support as the main partner of the Tour de France
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Mladá Boleslav, 27 June 2024 – Škoda Auto marks its 21st consecutive year as the official main partner of the Tour de France. The 111th iteration of the world’s most famous cycling race begins on 29 June with the Grand Départ in Florence, Italy. For the first time, the event will not finish in Paris this year, due to the Olympic Games starting in t…
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#ExploreSkoda News: The final stage of this year's Tour de France featured a camouflaged Škoda Elroq; the winner is Tadej Pogačar
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Mladá Boleslav/Nice, 22 July 2024 - A camouflaged Škoda Elroq, the brand’s latest all-electric model to be unveiled this autumn, joined the final-stage time trial of this year's 111th edition of the Tour de France to accompany the riders. The overall winner, Tadej Pogačar, received the popular crystal glass trophy created by Škoda Design, and Škoda…
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Max Newman: Dad chasing a Porsche at Isle of Man TT, Ginetta, Sylva Leader, Austin 7, Audi S2, Golf GTI, Citroen Dyane S4E7
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We are joined this week by Max Newman, a die hard car enthusiast and one third of the 9Werks Podcast team. Max tells us about Citroen Dyanes, White Mk1 Golf L which his Mum got a speeding ticket in, Mk2 Golf GTI's driving to get the Michael Jackson Bad album, Phil Collins No Jacket Required and Philip Bailey Chinese Wall on casette. There's plenty …
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#ExploreSkoda News: All-new models Škoda Kodiaq and Superb achieve five-star Euro NCAP rating
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Mladá Boleslav, 10 July 2024 – Top ratings for the all-new models Škoda Kodiaq and Superb: Both models have achieved the maximum five stars in the independent Euro NCAP crash safety reference test. The Škoda Kodiaq achieved 84% of the total maximum points, while the Škoda Superb achieved 87% of the total maximum points. This result continues the st…
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#ExploreSkoda News: Škoda delivers its 100th Fabia RS Rally2
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Mladá Boleslav, 10 July 2024 – Škoda Motorsport has now sold 100 vehicles of its latest rally model, the Škoda Fabia RS Rally2. The 100th vehicle was handed over to Romanian driver Andrei Gîrtofan, the front runner of the Romanian championship, during a small ceremony held at the team’s head office in Mladá Boleslav. This article was read by AI-gen…
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#ExploreSkoda Podcast: When driving fun meets comfort: Rally ace Oliver Solberg tests the Škoda Octavia RS
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Mladá Boleslav, 4 June 2024 – Motorsport has been part of Škoda’s DNA for more than 120 years. This heritage is traditionally reflected in the Škoda RS range. And the new Škoda Octavia RS is no exception, as Oliver Solberg confirms. The young rally driver from Sweden took the sportiest Octavia model for an extensive test drive. This article was rea…
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Danny James: 4 in the back of a Capri, Collecting new cars at midnight, My Dad's Land Rovers. S4E6
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The first time we have done a full in person podcast, and it wasn't without its troubles... However, Danny James was a great guest, very accommodating in his workshop at home, and across two takes we managed to get all the audio and most of the video. Yep! There's an actual video of this conversation.. Check it out here. https://youtu.be/zMJByStJ_O…
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#ExploreSkoda Podcast: Škoda Enyaq joins Škoda Museum collection after travelling 33,000+ km across Africa
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Mladá Boleslav, 28 June 2024 – The bright yellow, all-electric Škoda Enyaq, which covered more than 33,000 kilometres on a challenging expedition across Africa, has become part of the Škoda Museum’s collection. By embarking on their adventurous journey, Dutch explorers Renske Cox and Maarten van Pel hoped to inspire a shift towards more sustainable…
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#ExploreSkoda Podcast: Andreas Dick analyzes trends in Škoda car manufacturing
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What are the key pillars for digital transformation at Škoda Auto? What role does AI play in car manufacturing? Or what trends are emerging in electric vehicle production? We also discussed sustainable manufacturing and future outlooks. We talked about all this with Mr. Andreas Dick, Member of the Board for Production and Logistics at Škoda Auto.…
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#ExploreSkoda News: Škoda’s voice assistant Laura now enhanced with ChatGPT capabilities
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Mladá Boleslav, 26 June 2024 – The functionality of Škoda’s voice assistant Laura has been significantly expanded thanks to the integration of Chat Pro from technology partner Cerence Inc.. Alongside previously available sources of information, the Chat Pro function is now directly connected to the advanced AI tool ChatGPT to answer questions beyon…
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#ExploreŠkoda Podcast: Unique Headlight Design Draws from Tradition of Czech Glass
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How long does it take to develop lights for one model? What is the most technologically challenging aspect of the whole process? How are Scala and Kamiq different from other models? What does the headlight testing process look like? Or what are the trends? All of this is answered by Front Lighting Development Engineer at Škoda Auto Vilém Holeček.…
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Matt Godfrey 'Drawn by Matt: Ford Escort that starts itself, A-Ha on cassette and we plan a classic car show! S4E5
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We're joined by Matt Godfrey, an artist who works under the 'Drawn by Matt' alias. We chat about old Fords, Metros, the embarrassment of his childhood friends seeing the cars his parents had, as he lived next to the school! We discuss the NEC Classic Car show, Goodwood Revival, and inadvertently start planning our own 'fancy dress' classic car even…
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#ExploreSkoda News: Škoda Auto appoints Chan Park as new Head of Interior Design
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Mladá Boleslav, 11 June 2024 – Effective from 3 June 2024, Chan Park has assumed the role of Head of Interior Design at Škoda Auto. The alumnus of the Royal College of Art joins the Czech carmaker with a wealth of experience from several major automotive brands. In the future, the interior of Škoda’s production and concept vehicles will bear his si…
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Paul Harding: Choosing company cars with Dad, Trick or Treat Barn Finds, Vauxhall SRI, S4E4
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We're joined by Paul Harding from Super Duper Garage for this episode. Paul's a car collector / car hoarder and has appeared on Jonny Smith's Late Brake Show Car Cave - check out the episode here - Secret barn collection of Porsches, M3s and JDM cars - Car Caves - YouTube Our talk starts with a yellow Vauxhall Chevette, but takes a few side turns a…
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#ExploreSkoda News: European Diversity Month: Škoda Auto focuses on fostering mutual respect across genders and generations
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Mladá Boleslav, 3 June 2024 – Škoda Auto has taken part in European Diversity Month for the fourth consecutive year. This initiative, promoted by the European Commission each May, underscores the importance of diversity and inclusion in both the workplace and society generally, especially in light of evolving work environments and the need to prote…
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#ExploreSkoda News: Škoda Auto launches state-of-the-art Simulation Centre for advanced vehicle testing
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Mladá Boleslav, 30 May 2024 – Škoda Auto has inaugurated new facilities for the Emissions Centre and a brand-new Simulation Centre in Mladá Boleslav. Following investments of almost €22 million, the laboratory will bolster the car manufacturer’s in-house development capabilities within the Technical Development department. The state-of-the-art tech…
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Bonus Episode: When is a car spot not suitable for social media? Car Spotting Etiquette
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Join us for a quick chat about Car Spotting Etiquette. With the response to our Car Spotting Tennis is shows no signs of slowing up, so we'll continue for now - but there are some rules we have put in place. The cars need to be in a public place, either a car park or on the road. If the car is parked on a drive, or behind a block of flats, then it …
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#ExploreSkoda News: IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship 2024: MVP Trophy made by Škoda Design presented to Kevin Fiala
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Mladá Boleslav, 27 May 2024 – The Czech Republic has won the home IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship, which took place from 10 to 26 May. In a closely contested final, the Czechs won 2:0 against Switzerland in the capital of Prague yesterday and became only the fifth nation ever to win the tournament on their home ice. The final was attended by 17,…
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#ExploreSkoda Podcast: Connectivity fans will find their match in The new Octavia
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The dynamic presentation of The new Škoda Octavia took us to Southern Moravia. We thoroughly discussed the brand's bestseller from A to Z, with a particular emphasis on connectivity, which has noticeably advanced. Insights were provided by František Budinský, Škoda Connect Specialist, and Michal Polma, Product Marketing Specialist - Škoda Octavia.…
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#ExploreSkoda News: International Day for Biological Diversity: Škoda Auto supports environmental protection and sustainability measures worldwide
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Mladá Boleslav, 22 May 2024 – To mark the International Day for Biological Diversity, Škoda Auto is presenting its measures and projects aimed at promoting biodiversity around the world as part of its GreenFuture strategy. The carmaker’s goal is to minimise the environmental footprint of its business activities along the entire value chain. Moreove…
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#ExploreSkoda News: Škoda releases the first silhouette of the all-new battery-electric Elroq
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Mladá Boleslav, 22 May 2024 – Škoda Auto has released the first official silhouette images of the all-new Elroq. The fully electric compact SUV is Škoda’s first production model to adopt the Modern Solid design language. The minimalist exterior combines robustness, functionality and authenticity, while conveying a sense of safety and strength. The …
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Jay McToldridge: My Dad's Skodas, My Great Aunt's Fiesta Super Sport and Champagne Silver Golfs. S4E3
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We're joined by Jay from Players Classic, Players Shows, Flat 6 Show, Hoonigan and star of many PVW magazine features for this fantastic episode. Come with us, back in time to when Skoda's were seriously uncool - His Dad had many of them! Fortunately in Jay's words, he knew how to take care of himself, otherwise it would have been a very unpleasant…
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#ExploreSkoda Podcast: The all-new Superb Combi is even more spacious
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The flagship of Škoda's car portfolio with combustion engines is arriving with a new generation. Featuring the latest Matrix LED headlights and a new generation of adaptive DCC+ chassis and the latest generation of plug-in hybrid drive. We discussed all of this with product expert Superb, Jana Eliášová, and product manager Superb, Jiří Kučera.…
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#ExploreSkoda News: Škoda Auto is the official main sponsor of the IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship for 31st time
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Mladá Boleslav, 7 May 2024 – Škoda Auto is the official main sponsor of the IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship for the 31st time. The car manufacturer will also serve as the official mobility provider for the event, taking place in the Czech Republic from 10 to 26 May, and will supply a fleet of 45 vehicles. This will include the new generations of…
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Dave Carey: Brock Director, Personal plates, Robbing a service station to pay for racing and more! S4E2
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This week we're joined by Dave Carey from Adelaide in Australia! Yep! The good work we have been doing has trickled down under, and we're gathering some momentum, which attracted motoring journalist and petrol head Dave to get in touch with us. Dave's father passed away when he was just over 5 years old, but he still has some strong memories of his…
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#ExploreSkoda News: First sketches of Škoda Enyaq RS Race: Concept study combines motorsport DNA and sustainability
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Mladá Boleslav, 2 May 2024 – With the new Enyaq RS Race concept study, Škoda Auto is exploring new sustainability possibilities in motorsports while further enhancing the brand’s emotional appeal. Raising Škoda’s motorsport DNA to the next level, the Enyaq RS Race features an aggressive design highlighted by a massive rear wing. This concept offers…
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#ExploreSkoda News: Škoda Auto delivers solid performance in first quarter, strengthens position in European market
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Mladá Boleslav, 2 May 2024 – Škoda Auto has begun 2024 with solid financial and sales results. Demand for the Czech car manufacturer’s models remains high: in the first three months of the year, Škoda Auto delivered 220,500 vehicles worldwide (+5.2%), while the order books continue to show promise. The return on sales (RoS) remains robust at 8.1%. …
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#ExploreSkoda Podcast: Kodiaq excels not only with efficient engines
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The all-new Škoda Kodiaq presents a more captivating design, comfortable seats, multifunctional Smart Dials controls and an extensive range of efficient engines. Our recent tour of this SUV in Barcelona revealed its highlights. What impressed us? A detailed conversation with Jil Katharina Mahler, Head of SUV Product Marketing at Škoda Auto.…
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Revving Up: Porsche's Hybrid Prototypes Reign Supreme at Imola !
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Porsche Penske Motorsport wrapped up round two of the FIA World Endurance Championship WEC with both Porsche 963 racers again on the podium. At the Autodromo di Imola, Laurens Vanthoor, André Lotterer and Kévin Estre crossed the finish line in second place in difficult weather conditions towards the end of the six-hour race. 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗯𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗲 ► htt…
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Steve Waddingham: Working at Dad's garage, Grandad was a chauffeur in a Morris Minor, Aston Martin, Allegro and more. S4E1
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The first episode of Season 4 really sets the bar high (but panic not, we've got some great guests waiting in the wings too), Steve Waddingham is the official company historian for none other than Aston Martin Lagonda, but when he's not researching old colour names, and digging out race cars from dusty barns, he's behind the wheel of his own Austin…
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#ExploreSkoda News: Closing the loop with every cup: Škoda Auto launches sustainable ‘Curiosity Fuel’ coffee in its Czech plants
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Mladá Boleslav, 22 April 2024 – Škoda Auto has introduced its own ‘Curiosity Fuel’ coffee at its Czech plants and offices. The coffee, which is grown, roasted and packaged specially for the car manufacturer, preserves the local environment and supports fair and secure wages for local workers by adhering to Rainforest Alliance principles. Additional…
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#ExploreSkoda News: Škoda Vision Gran Turismo: Škoda Auto announces world premiere details
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Mladá Boleslav, 18 April 2024 – Škoda will unveil the Škoda Vision Gran Turismo concept car on 24 April at 18:00 CEST. The world premiere will be broadcast live from the PLAYzone Arena in Prague and can be followed on the official Škoda Motorsport and Škoda Auto Česká republika YouTube channels. The event will also be streamed on the PLAYzoneCZ Twi…
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Porsche customer team wins the qualifiers for the Nürburgring 24 Hours
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Falken Motorsports has won both qualifying races for the Nürburgring 24 Hours with the Porsche 911 GT3 R. The four-hour races are considered the most important preparation for the prestigious endurance classic on the storied racetrack. They are also part of the Nürburgring Langsstrecken Series (NLS) for the first time. On Saturday, Falken Motorspor…
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Electric Dominance: Hyundai IONIQ 5 N Revs Up for Pikes Peak Hill Climb Challenge!
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A production Hyundai IONIQ 5 N is being tested for the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb by driver Robin Shute in California City, Calif., on April 5, 2024.With a new generation of owners now getting behind the wheel of the IONIQ 5 N, Hyundai will spark even more excitement at the 102nd running of the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb (PPIHC) o…
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Unveiling the Power:Bronco Raptor Black Appearance Package Launches in the Shadow of a Solar Eclipse
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Bronco Raptor Black Appearance Package joins Code Orange package, giving customers yet another way to pair extreme desert capability with style that only comes with a Bronco badge The Bronco Raptor Black Appearance Package made its debut in front of 150 Bronco owners under an appropriately dark sky, during the April 8 total solar eclipse The Black …
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Discovering New Zealand in a Porsche 911 Carrera T
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Featuring some of the most spectacular roads on the planet, Stefan Bogner takes readers on a trip to southern Oceania in Curves New Zealand. Read the Full article at www.vivianasher.com
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#ExploreSkoda Podcast: New MyŠkoda app brings everything in one place
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The enhanced MyŠkoda app impresses with its sleek design, user-friendly interface,and above all, a wide range of practical features conveniently consolidated in one place. What posed the most significant challenge during its development? All of these aspects and more were discussed by Škoda Auto experts Chloe Hoi Ying Wong and Adam Klas.…
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Porsche Sixt Carrera Cup Deutschland ready to start the new season
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Porsche’s longest-running one-make cup is entering its 35th season sporting a new name: the Porsche Sixt Carrera Cup Deutschland will contest eight doubleheader events in five countries in 2024. Read more at: https://www.vivianasher.com/home/porsche-sixt-carrera-cup-deutschland-ready-to-start-the-new-season Download our App from Google Play Store:h…
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#ExploreSkoda News: Škoda Auto launches production of refreshed Octavia: a new chapter in sustainability and innovation
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Mladá Boleslav, 8 April 2024 – Škoda Auto has launched series production of the refreshed Octavia at its main plant in Mladá Boleslav. The upgraded fourth generation of the brand’s bestseller features a redesigned Škoda grille, new second-generation LED matrix beam headlights and the integration of ChatGPT into the Laura voice assistant, among othe…
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Škoda Auto launches production of the all-new Kodiaq in Kvasiny
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› Substantial investment of 49 million euros into modernising and future-proofing Škoda Auto’s production line and welding shop in Kvasiny › Introduction of diverse powertrain options for the new Kodiaq, featuring a plug-in hybrid variant for the first time. › Over 870,000 units of the Kodiaq produced since its 2016 premiere, marking a significant …
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#ExploreSkoda News: New MyŠkoda app combining several new functions in one application for enhanced customer experience
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Mladá Boleslav, 4 April 2024 – The refreshed MyŠkoda app now serves as a unified platform for owners of all current compatible Škoda models. It offers seamless vehicle access and introduces a wide range of new and further improved features, including smart services like Pay to Park and Pay to Fuel as well as Track & Explore and a loyalty program fo…
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Bonus Episode: Many guests! Plenty of your earliest car memories and reflection from the NEC Practical Classics Restoration Show
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Jon and Andy went wild in the halls of the NEC with the newly acquired podcasting machine (thanks coffee buyers..) gathering together a wonderful and eclectic collection of earliest car memories from many different show goers. The quality is ok considering we recorded these stood up surrounded by hundreds of other people talking! So go easy on the …
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#ExploreSkoda News: New IT hub in the Czech Republic: Škoda Auto and Volkswagen Group Technology Solutions India (VWITS) strengthen strategic partnership
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Mladá Boleslav, 28 March 2024 – Škoda Auto is opening a Volkswagen Group Technology Solutions India (VWITS) regional office in Prague. The new facility will strengthen collaboration and create new links with specialists in India, where VWITS operates one of its largest global IT centres. The strategic partnership and further development of in-house…
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Russell Quirk: Dad had a new car every few months... His Porsche 911 didn't last a week! E-Type, Aston Martin, Escort RS2000, Rolls Royce S3E10
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Jon and Andy are joined by Russell Quirk who recalls countless tales of his Dad's cars. He reckons his Dad swapped cars every 6 months, and we're not just talking old Ford Escorts (although he had an RS2000) we're talking E-Types, Aston Martin's, Rolls Royces, TVR, Porsche and more. Russell's Dad was an Estate Agent in Essex, and liked to show off …
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#ExploreSkoda Podcast: The acoustic landscape shifts with the rise of electric cars
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Vehicle acoustics is becoming an increasingly important topic. What are the key trends in this field? How will car sounds evolve in the foreseeable future? And what makes electric vehicles distinct? These and many more topics were explored in our conversation with Jaromír Žák, Specialist of technical regulations for external noise at Škoda Auto.…
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#ExploreSkoda News: Škoda Auto’s 2023 Sustainability Report: Updated ESG strategy and advancements towards a more sustainable future
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Mladá Boleslav, 20 March 2024 – The 2023 Škoda Auto Sustainability Report provides a comprehensive overview of the Czech carmaker’s updated sustainability strategy, detailing initiatives and advancements across all Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) areas. Škoda Auto is dedicated to systematically reducing the environmental impact of its o…
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#ExploreSkoda News: Celebrating 65 Years of the Octavia and Felicia: Two iconic model designations in Škoda’s rich heritage
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Mladá Boleslav, 20 March 2024 – This year marks the 65th anniversary of two iconic model designations, which have carved out their place in Škoda Auto’s current era: the Octavia and Felicia. Both vehicles were first presented to the public at the Geneva Motor Show in March 1959, and subsequently in Leipzig. Launched in 1996, the modern Škoda Octavi…
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#ExploreSkoda News: Strong earnings in 2023 demonstrate robust business model within ongoing transformation
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Mladá Boleslav, 15 March 2024 – The Škoda Auto Group achieved a record revenue of €26.5 billion in 2023 (2022: €21.0 billion; +26.2%). The company significantly increased its operating profit by 182.3% compared to the previous year to €1.8 billion (2022: €628 million euros). The Czech carmaker also improved its return on sales (RoS) to 6.7% (2022: …
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#ExploreSkoda News: Electric mobility: Entry-level BEV will be Škoda Epiq
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Mladá Boleslav, 15 March 2024 – Small becomes epic: Škoda Auto has revealed the name of its battery-electric city SUV crossover, along with a design study showing a first glimpse of the new model. The Škoda Epiq, due to be unveiled in 2025, will cost around 25,000 euros. At 4.1 metres in length, it will feature a spacious interior and up to 490 lit…
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#ExploreSkoda News: Friday: Škoda Auto presents 2023 financial results & Small BEV design preview at Annual Press Conference
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Mladá Boleslav, 13 March 2024 – This Friday at 10:00 CET, Škoda Auto will present its 2023 financial results and provide an outlook on its current developments and strategic plans via livestream. Additionally, Škoda Auto will offer an exclusive sneak peek of its design concept for a future entry-level BEV. The first sketch of the vehicle’s interior…
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