Škoda is taking its “Simply Clever” approach further by allowing customers to download and print interior car accessories at home using 3D printers. This new move encourages a do-it-yourself attitude and gives owners more ways to customize their vehicles.
Free 3D Printable Accessories Available Online
Škoda has become the first car brand to offer a variety of 3D-printable accessories on a dedicated online platform, free of charge. The company has uploaded these designs to Printables.com, a popular global site for 3D models. Buyers can access items like cup holders, cable hooks, organizers, and seat pocket plugs, which fit different Škoda models, including some that are no longer in production.
Most of these parts are designed to use existing storage spaces inside the cars without requiring any modifications. This means owners can easily install them after printing. Among the most popular items are their specially designed hooks for cable management.
Custom Accessories for Škoda’s New Models Epiq and Peaq
Two of Škoda’s latest models, the compact Epiq and the larger Peaq, also have tailored 3D-printable accessories available. These include coasters, inserts, special holders, and organizers that attach to features like the Peaq’s folding table. The company notes that many of these were requested by vehicle owners, showing a direct link between user feedback and product development.
Škoda’s approach is influenced by positive responses to earlier 3D car accessory releases. Customer comments on Printables.com help the design team decide which new accessories to add next.
3D Printing Technology Is Not New but Škoda’s Approach Stands Out
While Škoda is pioneering in giving customers direct access to printable car accessories, 3D printing itself has been used in the auto industry for years. Brands like BMW have been using 3D-printed parts since at least 2018, including components like window guides in the i8 Roadster. Rolls-Royce has been incorporating printed parts for over a decade.
Porsche has offered 3D-printed seat sections for its 911 and 718 sports cars, while Peugeot and Mercedes use printed parts for accessories and classic model replacements. Škoda’s new free platform is a fresh way to connect with customers and embrace this growing technology trend.
Source: motor.es