Is Skoda Withdrawing?
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Skoda is not only not withdrawing, but it is also deepening its roots in China, striving to become one of the brands that best understands Chinese consumers. Below is some relevant information about Skoda: Brand Introduction: Skoda, one of the classic brands under Volkswagen Group, is headquartered in Mladá Boleslav, Czech Republic, and is one of the four oldest car manufacturers in the world. The brand was established in 1895. Company Overview: Skoda Auto's headquarters is located in the small town of Mladá, north of Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic. The company currently employs nearly 22,000 people and has hundreds of domestic and international suppliers. It has achieved an annual production and sales scale of 450,000 vehicles. Germany is Skoda's largest export market, with over 70,000 Skoda cars sold in Germany in 2003, followed by the United Kingdom. Currently, Skoda has become the second-largest imported car brand in the UK and one of the most successful companies in the Czech Republic.
As a long-term Skoda owner, I heard there have been some changes to its business in China. At the end of 2020, SAIC and Volkswagen adjusted their strategy, and now Skoda operates independently with fewer new models, but it hasn't completely exited. I'm quite concerned, like about after-sales service—are parts still easy to find? The Volkswagen Group still supports platform sharing, so existing models can still be repaired. If you're considering buying a Skoda, I suggest checking local dealers—lower sales don’t mean it’s disappearing. I’ve seen some news about a slight sales decline, possibly shifting toward the electric vehicle sector. In short, it’s not leaving immediately; we’ll have to wait for official announcements. Don’t panic too much—just keep up with regular maintenance as usual.
