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Auto Express
6 hours ago
- Automotive
- Auto Express
The Skoda Superb is now a pick-up truck!
Some of Skoda's Student Car creations – such as a Citigo-based beach buggy and the convertible Karoq 'Sunroq' – have been pretty wacky, and continuing this trend is a Skoda Superb Estate that's been transformed into a pick-up truck. It's called the L&K 130, and the name refers to the 130 years since Václav Laurin and Václav Klement founded Skoda as a bicycle maker in 1895 – although we suspect neither of them would have dreamt up something like this in the Czech firm's future. Advertisement - Article continues below The pick-up is the result of 2,000 hours of work by 28 trainees at Skoda's Vocational School, and marks the first time the Superb has been used as the basis for a Student Car concept. The L&K 130 acknowledges Skoda's connection to bicycle manufacturing through its loading bay, which can store several bikes – ideal for supporting cycling events like the Tour de France, which Skoda will do once again this summer. To create the pick-up body, the students cut the Superb Estate's roof behind the C-pillar, as well as modifying the B-pillar and shortening the roof rails. There's also a new window behind the second row of seats, and the right rear door sits on a sliding mechanism so as to not obstruct cyclists during a race. The cargo bed even extends at the push of a button and tilts by up to 35 degrees to make it easier to load bikes into the back. The traditional L&K colours of red, white, gold and black can be found all over the cabin, along with a unique '130 years' logo on the seats and an 'L&K' logo in the middle of the steering wheel. To meet the needs of a professional cycling team, there's an extra display on the passenger side for race data, a radio for communication, and a cool box in the back. In another first for a Student Car, the L&K 130 is a plug-in hybrid. It uses the standard Superb PHEV's powertrain, so it's a 148bhp 1.5-litre petrol mated to an electric motor for 201bhp. In the regular estate the 25.7kWh battery allows for up to 62 miles of electric running, but we expect the altered aerodynamics of the L&K 130 may reduce this somewhat. Tempted by a (normal) Skoda Superb of your own? Check out our latest Skoda Superb deals ...
Top Gear
7 hours ago
- Automotive
- Top Gear
Skoda students have turned this Superb Estate into a bike-carrying pickup truck
Plug-in hybrid Superb becomes a ute with a clever bike rack and a sliding rear door to support pro bike racers Skoda loves cycling. Of course, the Czech firm started out with Václav Laurin and Václav Klement making bicycles all the way back in 1895, and in slightly more recent times it has been a main partner of the Tour de France for over two decades. So it's perhaps no surprise this year's concept car produced by the students of the Skoda Academy in Mladá Boleslav is a cyclist's dream support vehicle. Christened the Skoda L&K 130, this is the first Skoda student concept to be based on the Superb Estate, and the kids have turned it into a rad pickup style thing with space for two bikes on the racks in the extendable bed, and another on the roof.
Motor 1
14 hours ago
- Automotive
- Motor 1
Skoda Turns Its Big Wagon Into a Truck With a Weird Door
Skoda traces its roots to 1895, when founding fathers Václav Laurin and Václav Klement established Laurin & Klement to manufacture bicycles. Car production began in 1905, and the company evolved into Skoda Auto in 1925 after being acquired by the industrial conglomerate Skoda Works. The year 2025 marks the 130 th anniversary of the original company's founding, and Skoda is celebrating with a special vehicle that pays homage to its humble beginnings as a bicycle manufacturer. The L&K 130 is a Superb wagon converted into a pickup truck by students from the Skoda Auto Vocational School. It's their tenth one-off special project and the first based on a plug-in hybrid. Skoda engineers collaborated with 28 students to reshape the B- and C-pillars and remove the rear section to accommodate a custom bike rack. Photo by: Skoda The two bikes rest on an electrically extendable bed with integrated rails that lift and tilt them at a 35-degree angle, allowing them to fit when the rear section is closed. A third bike can be mounted on the roof, but perhaps more intriguing is the rear door on the passenger side. It not only swings outward and slides backward but also features two locking mechanisms and two handles. Opening the minivan-style door reveals a single seat. The three-person rear bench from the original Superb wagon was removed to make room for a cool box and an external speaker kit. A new rear window was designed to suit the modified body style. Up front, Skoda added a radio transmitter and a tablet that displays footage from a rear-mounted camera. Beyond the structural modifications and reworked interior, the students applied gold, red, white, and black accents as a tribute to the Laurin & Klement logo. The original L&K badge, dating back 130 years, replaces the familiar winged arrow emblem that has been in use for the past century. The unique wagon-turned-pickup project required over 2,000 hours to complete. The L&K 130 will be showcased next month during the 112 th edition of the Tour de France, which Skoda has supported for over two decades. As with previous Student Cars, a production version isn't planned. Skoda L&K 130 pickup truck based on the Superb Combi 18 Source: Skoda See Other Skoda Student Cars: Skoda Afriq Debuts As Lightweight AWD Concept With Drinking Water Generator Skoda Mountiaq Debuts As Rad One-Off Pickup Based On Kodiaq Get the best news, reviews, columns, and more delivered straight to your inbox, daily. back Sign up For more information, read our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use . Share this Story Facebook X LinkedIn Flipboard Reddit WhatsApp E-Mail Got a tip for us? Email: tips@ Join the conversation ( )
NDTV
a day ago
- Automotive
- NDTV
Skoda Kushaq Facelift Spotted Testing; Here's What's New
Skoda is testing a refreshed version of its compact SUV, the Kushaq, in India. Recently spotted on the road with heavy camouflage, the updated model keeps its familiar shape but features some noticeable changes. These include slight exterior updates, upgraded interior features, and a new automatic transmission, making it a fresh option in a competitive market. Here's what to expect from the updated version. Skoda Kushaq Facelift: Exterior Changes The Kushaq's overall shape remains similar, but the facelift brings some stylish changes. The front bumper now has a redesigned air dam with sharper lines and a more squared-off air dam with an all-black honeycomb mesh grille. The headlamps are slightly reshaped, and the rear features slimmer boomerang-style LED tail lamps connected by a thin LED strip, making the SUV look wider. Other updates include new blacked-out alloy wheels and changes to the bumpers to better match the refreshed front design. Skoda Kushaq Facelift: Interior Skoda is expected to upgrade features without completely redesigning the interior. It is expected to offer an updated trim, new upholstery, and better ambient lighting to enhance the cabin feel. Moreover, it is expected to introduce a Level 2 Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS), providing useful features like lane-keeping assist, adaptive cruise control, and automatic braking, making the Kushaq more competitive with other tech-savvy vehicles. Skoda Kushaq Facelift: Powertrain The Kushaq facelift will likely keep the same mechanical setup with some minor updates. It will still offer two turbocharged petrol engines, a 1.0-litre 3-cylinder TSI engine and a 1.5-litre 4-cylinder TSI EVO engine. The 1.0-litre engine delivers and 175 Nm of torque. It will have a 6-speed manual transmission and a new 8-speed automatic gearbox, expected to improve fuel efficiency. The 1.5-litre engine will be available with a 6-speed manual or a 7-speed DSG automatic transmission. The Skoda Kushaq facelift is expected to launch in India towards the end of the current year or early 2026.
Daily Mirror
a day ago
- Daily Mirror
Harrowing details of mum, 32, found dead and 'strangled to death' in family home
Mum-of-two Isobella Knight, 32, was found dead at her semi-detached home after allegedly being strangled to death. Her husband has been charged with murder A mum-of-two has tragically died after she was allegedly strangled to death. On Friday, June 13, at about 3.30pm, police were initially called to reports of a crash involving a man in a blue Skoda at a McDonald's restaurant in Folley Way, Burton Latimer. Officers then raced to find Isobella Knight, 32, deceased at her semi-detached house in Burton Latimer, Northamptonshire. A post-mortem examination revealed that Isobella, known as Izzy, died from pressure being applied to her neck. Her husband, Paul Knight, 35, appeared at Northampton Crown Court and has been charged with her murder. Tributes flooded in for the gifted artist and devout churchgoer. Her family remembered the 32-year-old as the "kind, gentle and much-loved" mother who would "always put her two little girls before anything else". In a touching eulogy, her mum, Helena, said she was "the perfect child". She shared: "I know it's a cliché to say she was a model child, but she really was. "She made it so easy to be a mum and her good nature was something that would never leave her." Helena also said: "One of the standout memories I have of her as a little girl is her teddy bear – 'Teddy', which she used to carry around with her everywhere she went. "When her sister Georgina was born, they developed an immediate bond. They used to make me laugh because they were so different but they got on like a house on fire." Heartbreakingly, she added: "They had a beautiful bond as sisters, and there are so many stories I could tell about them both. "To have to tell my daughter that her older sister had died, especially in these circumstances, was so painful. "There really aren't any words to describe the hurt." Helena ended the tribute with: "I want everyone to know that Izzy was so much more than a victim. She was a loving mother, a treasured daughter, a best friend in sister form, a talented artist, and a great friend. "She laughed, she cried, she worked tirelessly to provide for her children, she had dreams, and she loved hard. "She was such a lovely woman and I already miss her so much. She will never ever be forgotten and we will make sure her girls grow up knowing what an incredible person she was." Senior investigating officer Detective Inspector Torie Harrison commented: "Our thoughts and condolences are with Izzy's family and friends at this incredibly difficult time. She was a much-loved daughter, sister and mother and the devastation caused by her death is immeasurable. "Our team continue to work at pace to ensure her loved ones have the answers they need, and to secure justice for Izzy."
