Škoda Reveals New Electric Epiq SUV at Ice Hockey World Championship, Josi Wins MVP Trophy
Škoda Auto unveiled its new all-electric entry-level SUV, the Epiq, at the 2026 IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship on May 19.
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What Happened
At the 2026 IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship, Škoda Auto unveiled the Epiq, its new entry-level all-electric SUV crossover. The world premiere took place on May 19, streamed live on YouTube and available for in-person viewing at the afternoon games. The Epiq features a minimalist design focused on spaciousness and practicality, aiming to bring electromobility to a broader audience.
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Škoda Design also created this year's Most Valuable Player trophy for the championship, awarded to Roman Josi. The trophy is hand-blown from Czech crystal with an emerald-green tint, inspired by Škoda's Modern Solid design language. Škoda has produced the MVP trophy since 2018.
Why this matters
The Epiq marks Škoda's push to make electric vehicles more accessible with a compact, affordable entry-level model, expanding its EV lineup.
Terms in This Story
- Entry-level model
- The most basic and affordable version of a product line.
- Electromobility
- The use of electric vehicles and charging infrastructure for transportation.
- Modern Solid design language
- A design philosophy used by Škoda that emphasizes clean lines, functionality, and a robust appearance.
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