The Kodiak bear - the namesake of the new Skoda SUV - is one of the largest predators living on land. Now, with a length of 4.70 meters, up to seven seats and a load space of more than two cubic meters, the Skoda Kodiaq is one of the space giants in its class. The Swiss sales launch is in spring 2017.

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For two days, twelve candidates battled it out for the title of Swiss champion at the Swiss Automotive Mechatronics Championships. The winner is Janik Leuenberger, who is 20 years old and comes from Madiswil. 1

In future, the Japanese car manufacturer Nissan will update the map material of the integrated NissanConnect 3 navigation system for new models free of charge - every year for the first three years after initial registration. 1

With the IONIQ, Hyundai will be launching a versatile new model in the coming months. It offers the world's first platform with three different environmentally friendly drive systems: Hybrid, fully electric drive or plug-in. 1

The Oldtimer Grand Prix Safenwil will take place for the 25th time on Saturday, September 3, 2016, from 10 am to 5 pm. The Friends of Old Motorcycles (FAM) will also be represented in large numbers this year, presenting their bikes on the race track and in the paddock. 1

Distraction and inattention play a role in over 75 percent of all road accidents. According to recent studies, they are even the main cause of 25 percent of all accidents in Switzerland. However, it is not only cars that are affected, but also two-wheelers and pedestrians. 1

Schumont AG in Rüthi and Scania Schweiz AG in Kloten were both awarded first place in the area of sales activities for special achievements in the service sector. The publishers and editors of AutoSprintCH offer their warmest congratulations. 1

Caravanning is in vogue. The number of registrations for the popular leisure trailers in Switzerland rose by 12.5% in 2015 compared to the previous year to 1800 registered caravans. It's high time to focus on the only direct link between caravan and road: the tires. 1

The automotive industry has found itself in a difficult market environment since the abolition of the EU minimum limit. Nevertheless, vehicle sales prices are fairly stable, according to AMAG, which is also confronted with the diesel issue. 1

Mundo AG has expanded its fleet and invested in four Mercedes-Benz Atego 1021 L 4×2 with lifting platforms and refrigerated box bodies. The long-established company employs around 130 people and supplies a good 1600 customers in central Switzerland. 1