Volkswagen News

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  Geparda modifies VW Up! for 16-year-old drivers

  Geparda has found a new life for the discontinued VW Up! city cars, turning them into unique vehicles for young drivers. These models are now classified as L5e, allowing 16-year-olds with an A1 licence to drive them across Europe.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Jan. 20, 2025, 10:11 a.m.
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  First images of the new Volkswagen T-Roc leaked online

  The first images of the updated Volkswagen T-Roc 2025 have hit the web ahead of the official premiere, which is expected later this year. Judging by the photos, the car will get a more aggressive look and, according to rumours, a plug-in hybrid modification.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Jan. 17, 2025, 10:54 p.m.
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  The VW ID.7 Pro S has covered 941 km on a single charge, although the official WLTP range is 709 km

  The standard VW ID.7 Pro S travelled 941 kilometres during an efficiency test at an autodrome in Italy before the battery was completely drained.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Jan. 15, 2025, 5:24 p.m.
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  VW's last convertible will go out of production in 2027

  VW has offered a choice of open-top cars for decades, including iconic models like the Beetle and Golf Cabriolet. But in just a couple of years, that will be coming to an end.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Jan. 9, 2025, 7:54 p.m.
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  Volkswagen to lay off thousands of workers in Germany and move Golf production to Mexico

  After lengthy negotiations with the IG Metall trade union, Volkswagen has reached an agreement: about 35,000 employees will lose their jobs, but job guarantees will be introduced for the rest. Production capacity will be reduced by 734,000 vehicles per year by 2030, and Golf production will be moved to Mexico.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Dec. 23, 2024, 1:06 p.m.
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  Volkswagen has built its last VR6 engine

  On 12 December 2024, Volkswagen ended production of the iconic VR6 engine, which was produced for 34 years.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Dec. 19, 2024, 11:18 a.m.
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  Handelsblatt: Volkswagen Golf production may be moved from Germany to Mexico

  Volkswagen is considering moving the production of Golf from German Wolfsburg to Mexico. This is reported by Handelsblatt with reference to sources inside the company.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Dec. 16, 2024, 7:32 p.m.
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  Volkswagen plans to revive the electric Golf in 2029

  Volkswagen plans to bring back the electric Golf, teaming up with Rivian to make it happen. The new Golf will replace the ID.3 and hit the roads in 2029.

  Maksim Tropko

  Nov. 29, 2024, 4:52 p.m.
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  Volkswagen Tayron — Series Production of the New SUV Begins in Wolfsburg

  Volkswagen has kicked off series production of its new Tayron SUV at the main plant in Wolfsburg. The German automaker's employees from various departments joined plant manager Uwe Schwartz and production board member Jürgen Mahnkopf to celebrate the start.

  Maksim Tropko

  Nov. 29, 2024, 1:59 p.m.
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  2025 Volkswagen Tiguan for US

  The 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan, launching as the third generation of the brand's best-selling model in the U.S., exhibits significant upgrades in design, performance, and technology. With a robust 19% increase in sales this year, the new Tiguan sets high expectations.

  Maksim Tropko

  Nov. 21, 2024, 4:25 p.m.
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  Volkswagen Multivan and California now available with progressive plug-in hybrid all-wheel drive

  Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has introduced a plug-in hybrid all-wheel drive system that promises to make the Multivan and California models more efficient and capable than ever before.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Nov. 8, 2024, 10:41 a.m.
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  Volkswagen launches "VW Flex" vehicle subscription service. How it works?

  VW Flex is a vehicle subscription service for Volkswagen vehicles in the Atlanta area.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Nov. 1, 2024, 3:27 p.m.
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  VW ID.7 "probably" coming to America next year

  Volkswagen might bring its electric liftback, the ID.7, to America next year. The company's decision will depend on how much customers want it.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 24, 2024, 11:28 a.m.
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  Volkswagen Tayron: SUV all-rounder with up to seven seats

  The new Tayron has arrived to Europe as the successor to the former Tiguan Allspace. The large Volkswagen SUV with five or optionally seven seats is positioned between the Touareg and the Tiguan.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 10, 2024, 11:05 a.m.
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  Volkswagen plant in Poland powered entirely by solar energy for the first time

  Volkswagen's Września plant in Poland ran entirely on solar power for the first time on September 27, 2024. This milestone marks a big step towards sustainable production for the German automaker.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 4, 2024, 9:52 a.m.
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  All-electric ID.7 Pro S covers 794 km on one battery charge

  Volkswagen's ID.7 Pro S proves its efficiency by covering 794 kilometres on a single charge. A team of eight drivers from Volkswagen Switzerland managed this feat over two days of driving on public roads.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 3, 2024, 9:58 a.m.
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  German VW plant may not have a model to produce from 2026

  VW's Osnabrück plant faces an uncertain future. The factory might not have a model to produce from 2026 as Porsche adjusts its electric vehicle plans.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 2, 2024, 2:17 p.m.
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  VW ID. Buzz gets a spartan base model, but still not cheap

  Volkswagen has rolled out a new base model of its ID. Buzz electric minivan in Europe. The company calls this entry-level trim "Freestyle," and it comes with unpainted bumpers and steel rims to make it more affordable.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 1, 2024, 3:33 p.m.
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  Police force receives 50 Volkswagen Golf GTIs

  The Durban Metro Police Service has added 50 Volkswagen Golf GTIs to its fleet.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Sept. 30, 2024, 3:22 p.m.
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  Future Volkswagen Polo vehicles will come to Europe from South Africa

  Volkswagen plant in Pamplona (Spain) to be modernised to produce ID electric cars from 2026

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Sept. 26, 2024, 9:14 a.m.