Hilti, a European-owned major supplier of power tools to the Australian construction industry, has announced a deal to add 130 Škoda Enyaq Sportline SUVs to its fleet over the next three years.
The EV purchase deal is one of the biggest in Australia, and is a major boost for Skoda, which has sold just over 600 of its Enyaq electric SUVs so far in 2026, according to The Driven’s EV sales data. The base-model Enyaq retails for around $56,000 driveway, while the sports line variant goes for around $65,000.
Hilti, founded by two brothers in Liechtenstein in the 1940s, says the agreement follows a global tender process and supports its commitment to reducing fleet emissions as part of its broader sustainability objectives, which include reaching net zero by 2050.
EV sales have been booming around the world, particularly in Europe and Australia, following the surge in fuel prices caused by the war in Iran and the blocking of the Hormuz Strait. In Australia, EVs now account for one in four new car sales, and are supported by FBT exemptions and new vehicle emissions standards.
Hilti says the fully electric Škoda Enyaq Sportline was selected for its combination of driving range, safety specifications, practicality and suitability for the demands of Hilti’s field-based operations across Australia.
Deliveries will take place progressively throughout 2026, 2027 and 2028, with vehicles supplied in Corrida Red, a bespoke fleet colour that aligns with Hilti’s global brand identity and removes the need for aftermarket vehicle wrapping.
“Sustainability is thus a key part of our long-term business strategy, and the electrification of our vehicle fleet is an important step in achieving our emissions reduction targets,” Samir Kohi, the general manager of Hilti Australia, said in a statement.
“The Škoda Enyaq Sportline met all our operational requirements while also supporting our environmental objectives. We look forward to introducing the vehicles to our team across Australia.”
The Škoda Enyaq Sportline has an 82 kWh battery and a WLTP range of 571 km. It is one of two EVs the company sells in Australia, along with the Elroq, and it has gained favourable reviews, particularly after an update last year that also included a significant price cut.
“Hilti is a highly valued Škoda fleet customer in a number of markets around the world, and we are delighted to further strengthen that relationship here in Australia,” said Lucie Kuhn, the brand director of Škoda Australia.
“The Enyaq’s combination of practicality, technology and efficiency makes it a compelling choice for businesses looking to electrify their fleets, and we are proud to support Hilti on that journey.”
You can find The Driven’s detailed EV sales data here: Australian electric vehicle sales by month in 2026; by model and by brand.
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