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Daily Tribune
29-06-2025
- Automotive
- Daily Tribune
Skoda reveals L&K 130 pickup concept for Tour de France
TDT | agencies Skoda has unveiled the L&K 130, a one-off pickup concept based on the Superb Combi, ahead of the 2025 Tour de France. Built by 28 students from the Skoda Vocational School, the vehicle is designed as a support car for cycling events. Extensively modified, the concept features an extendable cargo bed, a custom rear bicycle rack, and a roof-mounted holder for a third bike. The passenger-side rear door now slides back for easier access to the cargo area. The L&K 130 sports a bold red, black, and gold livery, a backlit grille, 19-inch Supernova alloys, and Laurin & Klement badging. Inside, it continues the colour theme, with "130 years" embroidery, an extra display, a large cool box, and an integrated radio system. Power comes from a 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine with a plug-in hybrid system, producing 201 BHP and offering over 100 km of electric range via a 25.7 kWh battery. The L&K 130 will be showcased during the 112th Tour de France, starting July 5, 2025. jhgjgj
NDTV
23-06-2025
- Automotive
- NDTV
Skoda Transforms Superb Combi Wagon Into Race-Ready Pickup Truck
Skoda, the Czech automaker, has a tradition where the creation of a student car traditionally marks the end of the school year at the Skoda Vocational School. This year, 28 students transformed a Skoda Superb Combi into a support vehicle for cycling races, continuing a long-standing tradition. The concept showcases Skoda's 130-year-old tradition when it all started with bicycles. Interestingly, this is the first student car to be based on the Skoda Super Combi. The students have transformed the Super Combi into a pickup truck for bicycle races. It features a cargo bed at the rear end, roof-mounted racks, extended tail section that allows more space for the loading and unloading of the bicycles. To incorporate these changes, the Skoda Super Combi had to go through a bunch of overhauls like redesigning the rear door that slides backward, removing the rear upper section, and more. The exterior of the student-made Skoda Superb Combi has the classic gold, red, and black Laurin & Klement logo, which can be found on the bonnet, hubcaps, and steering wheel of the Skoda L&K 130, pays homage to the first cars made in Mlada Boleslav in 1905. The exterior and interior designs also feature large areas colored gold, red, and black. In addition to the paintwork, there is also a backlit grille mask with LEDs that can assume any color within the RGB spectrum. Also Read: Skoda Kylaq Rival, Volkswagen Tera Bags 5-Star Latin NCAP Crash Test Rating On the inside, it gets the "130 years" logo embroidered into the covers of the front sports seats. The students have integrated numerous other features into the vehicle, like an additional display on the passenger side of the dashboard that shows data required to support the riders, a large cool box holding water bottles, A large storage net under the cabin's roof, and more. Also, it is the first Student Car to be based on the Superb Combi and the first to feature a plug-in hybrid drive. It has a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine and is powered by a 25.7 kWh battery pack.
Hindustan Times
22-06-2025
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Skoda converts Superb iV into L&K 130 hybrid pickup for 130th anniversary tribute
To mark its 130th anniversary, Skoda has revealed a unique car that combines its heritage with contemporary innovation. The one-off build, called the L&K 130, is a visionary makeover of the Skoda Superb iV estate into a hybrid pickup truck as a homage to the company's early days as a bicycle maker in 1895. Developed by 28 students from the Skoda Auto Vocational School, this custom project commemorates founders Václav Laurin and Václav Klement Designed by 28 students of Skoda Auto Vocational School, this bespoke project honors founders Václav Laurin and Václav Klement, and it's Skoda's tenth "Student Car" design. Not merely an exhibition of skill, it's an homage to the distance the brand has traveled—from producing bicycles to leading the charge on plug-in hybrids. The L&K 130 is a visual and functional restyling of the Superb wagon. To fit its new pickup profile, students reformed the B- and C-pillars and eliminated the rear cargo section. The highlight is a custom bike rack mounted on an electrically extendable bed that inclines the bicycles at a 35-degree angle, allowing space for them even when the tailgate is shut. A third bicycle can be carried on the roof, bolstering the nod to the brand's two-wheeled heritage. One of the most innovative changes is a reworked rear passenger door, which swings open and glides rearward—similar to that of a minivan—with twin locking points and handles. The interior features a replaced three-seat rear bench with an individual seat, a cool box, and a portable speaker kit, which adds comfort and functionality for outdoor use. Features The vehicle is also Skoda's first plug-in hybrid to be designed by students on the Superb iV. The front of the cabin features a radio transmitter and a tablet display showing live footage from a camera mounted at the back. The specially shaped rear window supports the changed silhouette, giving the L&K 130 an even appearance. Visually, the vehicle has gold, red, black, and white detailing that is more reminiscent of Laurin & Klement badge rather than Skoda's winged arrow logo traditionally. The color scheme pays homage to the brand's original identity, and the hand-built construction took more than 2,000 hours to achieve. Public debut The L&K 130 will be seen in public for the first time at next month's 112th Tour de France, where Skoda has been a long-standing sponsor. Although this student-designed hybrid pickup truck won't be produced for sale, it is a compelling illustration of Skoda's commitment to fusing heritage with thinking outside the box. More functional than a show car, the L&K 130 is a poignant celebration of a heritage begun on wheels—first two, then four.
Hindustan Times
22-06-2025
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Skoda transforms Superb iV Wagon into L&K 130 hybrid pickup for 130th anniversary
Developed by 28 students from the Skoda Auto Vocational School, this custom project commemorates founders Václav Laurin and Václav Klement Notify me In celebration of its 130th anniversary, Skoda has unveiled a one-of-a-kind vehicle that blends its historical roots with modern innovation. Named the L&K 130, the special build is a creative transformation of the Skoda Superb iV wagon into a hybrid pickup, paying tribute to the company's beginnings as a bicycle manufacturer in 1895. Developed by 28 students from the Skoda Auto Vocational School, this custom project commemorates founders Václav Laurin and Václav Klement, and it's Skoda's tenth 'Student Car" creation. More than just a showcase of craftsmanship, it's a nod to how far the brand has come—from making bicycles to pioneering plug-in hybrids. Design and concept The L&K 130 is a visual and functional reimagination of the Superb wagon. To accommodate its new pickup profile, students reshaped the B- and C-pillars and removed the rear cargo section. The standout feature is a custom bike rack fitted onto an electrically extendable bed that tilts the bicycles at a 35-degree angle, making room for them even when the tailgate is closed. A third bike can be mounted on the roof, reinforcing the tribute to the brand's cycling origins. Also Read : Skoda Octavia RS spotted in India for the first time. Here's when it will arrive One of the most creative modifications is a re-engineered rear passenger door, which swings outward and slides back—much like a minivan's—featuring dual locking mechanisms and handles. Inside, the three-seat rear bench has been replaced with a single seat, a cool box, and a portable speaker kit, enhancing both comfort and utility for outdoor activities. Features The project is also Skoda's first student-built plug-in hybrid, based on the Superb iV. The front cabin hosts a radio transmitter and a tablet screen that displays live video from a camera mounted at the rear. A specially shaped rear window reinforces the altered silhouette, providing the L&K 130 with a uniform look. Visually, the car features gold, red, black, and white detailing that is reminiscent of the Laurin & Klement badge instead of Skoda's traditional winged arrow logo. The color scheme honors the brand's original identity, and the handcrafted build took over 2,000 hours to complete. Also Read : Skoda Auto India aims for 2.5% market share in FY2026, outlines growth plan Public debut The L&K 130 will make its public debut at the 112th Tour de France next month, where Skoda has been a long-time partner. Even though this student-conceived hybrid pickup won't go into production, it is an intriguing demonstration of Skoda's insistence on combining heritage with out-of-the-box thinking. Less a display piece, the L&K 130 is a moving tribute to a heritage launched on wheels—initially two, and later four. Check out Upcoming Cars in India 2024, Best SUVs in India. First Published Date: 22 Jun 2025, 09:00 AM IST
Hindustan Times
12-05-2025
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
2025 Skoda Kodiaq deliveries commenced in India. Check details
The second gen Skoda Kodiaq deliveries have started in India. The Czech full size SUV was introduced in the nation earlier in April 2025. Priced at ₹46.89 lakh, the 2025 Skoda Kodiaq comes in two variants - Sportline and the higher end Laurin & Klement (L&K) variant priced at ₹48.69 lakh. All prices are ex-showroom. In its second generation guise, the Skoda Kodiaq has been redesigned from the ground up and boasts the latest version of Skoda's Modern Solid design philosophy. The Kodiaq is now more aggressive and muscular with a butterfly grille, angular headlights, and the addition of a connected light stripe on the tailgate. (Also read: 2025 Skoda Kodiaq SUV review: Does second-gen Czech wonder deliver more?) The overall size has also increased — being now 4,758 mm long (an increase of 61 mm over last generation), and establishing itself even more firmly on the road. While marginally narrower than before, the Kodiaq retains a long wheelbase of 2,971 mm. The SUV is supported by 18-inch alloy wheels and has what seems to be a more polished, razor-sharp overall silhouette. The Skoda Kodiaq emphasizes comfort and considerate functionality in the interior. It comes with a 13-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a 10.25-inch digital driver's display, a head-up display, and Skoda's brilliant Smart Dials which use rotary knobs built into digital displays to control climate and media functions more intuitively. The Kodiaq has wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as well, a 14-speaker Canton premium audio system, ambient lighting, front ventilated seats, a panoramic sunroof, and wireless phone charging all combined to complete the Kodiaq's overall luxuriousness. (Also read: Skoda Kodiaq vs Volkswagen Tiguan R Line: Which new SUV fits your style) Under the bonnet, the Kodiaq is driven by a 2.0-litre, four-cylinder, turbocharged petrol engine producing 201 bhp and 320 Nm of peak torque. This engine produces 14 bhp more than the previous Kodiaq. Drive is transmitted to all fours via a standard 4x4 system and the transmission at work is a seven-speed DCT automatic. The carmaker also mentioned that this new generation Kodiaq will have a fuel efficiency of 14.86 kmpl.
