Volkswagen wholly owns Skoda Auto after a partnership between the two brands was signed in March 1991. After gradually upping their shares in the brand, Volkswagen finally took full control of Skoda in May 2000.

Skoda is from the Czech Republic. Founded in 1895, Skoda started as a bicycle manufacturing company in Mladá Boleslav, a town in the central part of the country. Over the years, it evolved into one of the world's oldest and most successful car brands, known for its affordable vehicles. Today, Skoda is part of the Volkswagen Group, but it still has its roots and manufacturing in the Czech Republic.

Yes, Skodas are considered to be reliable. They regularly score well in reliability surveys and customer satisfaction ratings. As part of the Volkswagen Group, Skoda benefits from the same engineering and technology that goes into its more premium brands, but at a more affordable price point. In 2015, Skoda was voted the most reliable car brand in the UK.

VRS on Skoda vehicles stands for Victory Rally Sport. It’s a performance sub-brand used by Skoda to denote their high-performance models. These VRS models typically come with more powerful engines, sportier trim, and better handling compared to standard versions. They’re really popular with keen drivers, and blend practicality and performance.

The Skoda Yeti was replaced by the Karoq in 2017. The Karoq took over as Skoda's compact SUV, boasting a more modern design and improved tech compared to the Yeti. While the Yeti was known for its quirky appearance, the Karoq comes with a sleeker look and more efficient engines. If you were a fan of the Yeti, the Karoq is the one to check out. In 2019, the smaller Kamiq was introduced too, which is also worth a look.