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SKODA, as one of the classic brands of the German Volkswagen Group, has its headquarters in Mladá Boleslav, Czech Republic, and is one of the four oldest automobile manufacturers in the world. The history of SKODA dates back to 1894. On April 16, 1991, SKODA became a subsidiary of the German Volkswagen Group, which initially purchased 70% of SKODA's shares and acquired the remaining 30% in 2000, making SKODA the fourth major brand under Volkswagen, following VW, AUDI, and SEAT. The SKODA brand has successfully entered markets in Europe, Asia, the Middle East, South America, and Africa, known for its cost-effectiveness, durability, high safety, excellent handling, and comfort. In 2005, SKODA began a partnership with Shanghai Volkswagen Automobile Co., Ltd., marking the start of SKODA's development in China. In 2006, the SKODA brand was officially launched, and in 2007, it introduced its first strategic model, the Octavia. Since then, the SKODA brand has launched several models in China, including the RAPID family, Superb, Kodiaq, Karoq, Kamiq, etc., covering both the SUV and sedan markets. SKODA Automobile has won the recognition and favor of consumers worldwide with its profound brand history, exquisite engineering technology, and humanized design. The brand's models not only stand out in the European market but have also achieved significant success in the Chinese market, becoming a model of cooperation between the Czech Republic and Chinese automotive industries.