The ŠKODA story began in 1895 with our founders, Václav Laurin and Václav Klement. Besides their first names and a love for cycling, they had another thing in common: a strong inventive spirit.
WE HAVE A HISTORY OF BUILDING THE FUTURE
Since 1895, we’ve been building progressive cars for today. Models that have always been ahead of their time. This pioneering spirit initially found expression in bicycles, followed by motorcycles and, ultimately, cars. It’s our commitment to the intersection of design, function and innovation, driven by inventiveness over the past 126 years.
Explore the famous history of ŠKODA. Iconic cars, their designers, milestones, motorsports victories and technological innovations - all this and more shaped the company's glorious history. Find out all about it from current and previous articles, photographs and videos.
A STORY UNLIKE ANY OTHER
Come with us on an exciting trip down memory lane at ŠKODA, taking in the company’s foundation in 1895 to the present day, and explore its rich heritage, brimming with great cars and intriguing moments.
GET BEHIND THE WHEEL
Take a ride in a vintage ŠKODA. Go back in time with us and sit at the wheel of an L&K ŠKODA 110. A pleasant drive around historical Prague awaits you, where you will find out a lot of interesting stuff, and not only about the car in which you are sitting.
FOUNDING FATHERS
The spirited partnership between Václav Laurin and Václav Klement and the establishment of their joint venture laid the foundations for our company’s success story.
MILESTONES THAT FORMED US
Explore all the models we have ever made.
Since 1901, we have been winning together. This year, we are proudly celebrating 120 years of ŠKODA Motorsport.
A SYMBOL OF OUR INVENTIVENESS
Every car with the winged arrow on its bonnet proudly subscribes to a long tradition of constant innovation. The ŠKODA logo itself has also changed over time. Check out its evolution and pay an after-hours visit to the ŠKODA museum.
ŠKODA MUSEUM
Experience ŠKODA’s history at our museum, where you will see the latest futuristic concepts alongside iconic models.
