Škoda opens plant in Vietnam: will assemble Kushaq and Slavia
Škoda Auto, together with regional partner Thanh Cong Group, officially opened a car assembly plant in Vietnam on 26 March. The new facility will assemble the Škoda Kushaq and Slavia models, which will be an important step in the global expansion of the Czech brand.
Here's What We Know
The plant in Quang Ninh Province will assemble vehicles from prefabricated kits (CKD) sourced from India. The Kushaq compact crossover has already gone into production and will be joined by the Slavia sedan in the summer. The plant is equipped with modern machinery, has welding and painting shops, a final assembly line, a quality control centre, a precision measuring centre and an almost two-kilometre long test track.
Škoda Auto and Thanh Cong Group factory in Vietnam. Photo: Škoda Auto
Škoda entered the Vietnamese market in September 2023 and currently manages Volkswagen Group's operations in the ASEAN region, which is showing rapid growth. Vietnam is seen by the company as a strategic springboard for expansion in the Indo-Pacific region.
Painting the car. Photo: Škoda Auto
Škoda has opened 15 car dealerships in Vietnam in six months and the number is set to rise to 32 by the end of 2025.
Cars for the local market
The Vietnamese Škoda Kushaq and Slavia will be available in left-hand drive configuration and will receive a suite of advanced equipment and options, including:
- Adaptive cruise control
- Blind spot monitoring system
- Synthetic leather interior upholstery
Both models are designed to meet the needs and expectations of local customers.
Source: Škoda
