Starting from January 2023 „AUTO 100“ will take over ŠKODA importer functions in Lithuania
Vilnius, 26 May 2022 – From 1st of January, ŠKODA brand development and interests will be taken over by AUTO 100, which has proven its abilities in the Estonian and Latvian market.
„We have been entrusted a very interesting and responsible challenge – to carry out the mission of the ŠKODA brand in a constantly changing world and in the car sales sector as such. We see great potential for ŠKODA brand in the Lithuanian market, positioning ŠKODA brand towards the customer needs and developing dealerships closer to our customers. Our main goal is to further develop the retail network in Lithuania, both qualitatively and quantitatively, and to keep abreast of developments in the entire sector. The transformation process for electric cars has begun, and offering a more environmentally friendly transport solutions is an important issue where ŠKODA and I want to have a say in“, says Marius Sasnauskas, the new country manager of ŠKODA brand in Lithuania.
ŠKODA AUTO – Simply Clever company for the best mobility solutions. For families, commuters, companies and everyone who values individual mobility. ŠKODA is the smart understated choice providing a peace of mind. Clever ideas for individual mobility have kept us moving for over 125 years. Now it is time to invent the best mobility solutions for the future.
„We are eager to improve our position in every segment, where ŠKODA is represented with its models. New FABIA takes the ŠKODA design language another step forward, with restructured standard equipment and with attractive design solutions that attract more private customers. ŠKODA’s SUV family with its wide range of offer structure will definitely attract new customer groups. Our first ever electrical car ŠKODA ENYAQ iV has already been a success in many markets and more electrical cars will follow“, reveals M.Sasnauskas.
About AUTO 100
- - „AUTO 100“ Lithuanian affiliate is part of Estonian JSC „AUTO 100 AS“, which distributes and works as an importer of „ŠKODA“ and „Porsche“. It is also the official dealer of „Lamborghini“ as well as authorized service partner for „Bentley“ in Estonia.
- - JSC “Auto 100” belongs to the Estonian investment company JSC “Adole Invest”, which is a part of the Danish company “Semler Gruppen” AS. “Semler Gruppen” AS is the largest Danish company in the car sector with more than 100-years of experience and represents all brands of “Volkswagen Group” in Denmark.
ŠKODA AUTO
- - is one of the longest-established vehicle manufacturers in the world. The company was founded in 1895 – during the pioneering days of the automobile. Today, the company’s headquarters remain in Mladá Boleslav.
- - currently offers the following models in the range: FABIA, SCALA, OCTAVIA, KAROQ, KAMIQ, KODIAQ, SUPERB and ENYAQ iV.
- - delivered almost 1 million vehicles to customers worldwide in 2020.
- - has been part of Volkswagen Group since 1991, one of the most successful vehicle manufacturers in the world. ŠKODA, in association with the Group, independently manufactures and develops vehicles as well as components such as engines and gear transmissions.
- - operates at three locations in the Czech Republic; produces in China, Slovakia and India mainly through Group partnerships, as well as in Ukraine and Kazakhstan through local partners.
- - employs over 40,000 people globally and is active in more than 100 markets.