Which country's automotive lineage does Skoda belong to?
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Skoda, one of the classic brands under Volkswagen Group in Germany. Here is relevant information about Skoda: 1. In 1895, when the global automotive industry was just taking its first steps, Skoda's predecessor, L&K Company, was established in the suburbs of Prague, Czech Republic. The company started with bicycle production, but the two visionary founders didn't stop there. In their 1900 product catalog, L&K Company described themselves as: 'The L&K factory producing Slavija bicycles, motorcycles, and automobiles,' demonstrating their early ambitions in the automotive industry. 2. After much exploration, by the end of 1905, L&K Company launched its first true automobile - the Voiturette A. This model made a stunning debut at the 1906 Prague Motor Show, captivating audiences with its charming design. 3. In mid-January 1959, the first two-door Skoda Octavia rolled off the production line at the Mladá Boleslav factory. For this vehicle, Skoda incorporated numerous technological innovations, such as a front axle equipped with coil springs and stabilizer bars to balance comfort and handling, and the installation of asymmetrical headlights to enhance active driving safety.