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VW T7 California Concept debuts with PHEV powertrain and two sliding doors

The upcoming VW California will debut at Caravan Salon 2023 in D?sseldorf. While it's currently a study, the substantial modifications provide a glimpse of the future production model. The model will roll out in the European camper market by 2024.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 25, 2023, 10:17 a.m.
Leaked images of the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan show the exterior without camouflage

New images shared on the MQB-Coding & Retrofit Facebook group show the front, rear and interior of the third-generation Tiguan, which will make its official debut later this year and go on sale in Europe and Australia in 2024, but not in the U.S.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 23, 2023, 7:19 p.m.
2024 Volkswagen Tiguan teaser video highlights "Drive Experience" switch on the console

This knob does the triple duty of controlling the drive mode, adjusting the stereo volume, and changing the ambient lighting.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 22, 2023, 7:51 p.m.
Volkswagen ID.7 goes into production in Germany

Volkswagen has begun production of their new all-electric ID.7 sedan at their Emden, Germany plant, alongside the ID.4 model. First deliveries to customers are expected this fall.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 22, 2023, 11:32 a.m.
2024 VW Tiguan Caught Completely Undisguised During Photo Shoot

2024 Volkswagen Tiguan, which is the third-generation model, has been spied without camouflage during a photo shoot in Slovenia. The video clip indicates that this version of the Tiguan features evolutionary styling, rather than a radical redesign.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 15, 2023, 10:34 a.m.
Volkswagen Unveils Teaser Images for Upcoming Plug-In Hybrid California Camper Concept

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles is teasing a new plug-in hybrid California concept camper based on the long variant of the Multivan and featuring a pop-up roof that adds two meters of height when deployed. The concept will be officially revealed at the Caravan Salon show in D?sseldorf, Germany, on August 25, 2023.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 7, 2023, 11:15 a.m.
Volkswagen in talks with Chinese EV startup Leapmotor to apply its technology to Jetta brand

Shortly after Volkswagen announced that it had acquired a stake in Xpeng to jointly develop electric vehicles in China, the German automaker is said to have entered into talks with Chinese electric vehicle startup Zhejiang Leapmotor Technology to collaborate on Jetta brand.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 4, 2023, 11:29 a.m.
Volkswagen ID.4 Shatters Records: Crosses Canada in Just 18 Charges, Averaging 246 Miles Per Charge

A Volkswagen ID.4, piloted by adventure driver Rainer Zietlow, set a record for crossing Canada with the fewest charging stations. The journey started from St. John's, Newfoundland, on the east coast and ended in Victoria, British Columbia, on the west coast, covering a distance of 4,432 miles (7,133 km) in seven days.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 3, 2023, 3:16 p.m.
New Volkswagen GTI brand name links the brand to an inevitable electric future

Volkswagen is updating the GTI logo for the electric era by replacing the last letter with a lightning bolt. The new logo was discovered in a trademark filed with the German Patent and Trade Mark Office.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 1, 2023, 6:41 p.m.
Chinese Kit Transforms Classic VW Beetle into an Electric Vehicle for Just $2,000

Chinese companies on the Alibaba online marketplace are offering electric vehicle (EV) conversion kits for the classic Volkswagen Beetle at a significantly lower cost compared to other options in the market.

Evgenii Ushakov

July 25, 2023, 7:06 p.m.
Volkswagen develops paper-based materials for vehicle interiors

Volkswagen Group of America's Knoxville Innovation Hub is working with the University of Tennessee team to develop recyclable alternatives to plastic parts and foils in vehicle interiors.

Evgenii Ushakov

July 20, 2023, 10:59 a.m.
Volkswagen conducts its first ID.Buzz autonomous EV driving tests with passengers in Germany

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles is expanding its autonomous driving technology with its ID.Buzz electric vans. The company will begin transporting real passengers in its autonomous ID.Buzz EVs in Munich, including government officials.

Evgenii Ushakov

July 17, 2023, 12:17 p.m.
Volkswagen Passat B9 teaser: no more sedan and bigger than its predecessor

Volkswagen is gearing up to unveil the ninth-generation Passat this fall, but with a twist. Say goodbye to the sedan variant, as the new Passat will be exclusively available as a wagon (estate) model.

Evgenii Ushakov

July 12, 2023, 9:53 a.m.
VW Offers Week-Long Trials Of The California Campers In The UK

Volkswagen UK is expanding the “Try Before You Buy” scheme to the California 6.1 and Caddy California campers, allowing prospective buyers to test them for a duration of seven days before deciding whether they will buy them or not.

Evgenii Ushakov

July 10, 2023, 4:24 p.m.
The third-generation Volkswagen Tiguan Spied Testing In Light Camouflage

Spy shots have revealed the upcoming third generation Volkswagen Tiguan in its plug-in hybrid variant. The Tiguan PHEV shares a similar design with other variants of the new model, but it features a charging port on the driver's side front fender.

Evgenii Ushakov

July 7, 2023, 11:09 a.m.
Volkswagen launches its first autonomous driving test program in the United States. Test fleet features all-electric ID. Buzz vehicles

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (VWGoA) is starting its first autonomous vehicle test program in Austin beginning in July 2023. The company will kick off its program with a batch of 10 all-electric ID. Buzz vehicles outfitted with an autonomous driving (AD) technology platform developed by the global Volkswagen Group in partnership with technology company Mobileye.

Evgenii Ushakov

July 6, 2023, 7:46 p.m.
2024 Volkswagen T-Cross Unveiled: Updated design, enhanced features, and digital instrument cluster as standard equipment

About four years after its launch, the subcompact crossover alternative to the Polo is getting a mid-cycle update to stay fresh in a very challenging segment.

Evgenii Ushakov

July 5, 2023, 10:50 a.m.
Volkswagen ID. Buzz Impresses in Moose Test and Slalom, Showcasing Sporty Handling for an Electric Van

Volkswagen's retro-inspired electric van, the European-spec ID. Buzz, recently underwent an intriguing test of its handling capabilities. While vans are not typically known for their sporty performance, the ID. Buzz surprised enthusiasts with its performance in both the moose test and a slalom evaluation.

Evgenii Ushakov

July 3, 2023, 11:38 a.m.
Volkswagen Caddy Spotted Testing: Spy Photos Reveal New eHybrid Variant in the Works

The new Volkswagen Caddy was spotted testing in Spain this week. The new small van was out in the open, sans camouflage in passenger configuration and sporting two fuel filler caps, including one in front, indicating the presence of a PHEV powertrain.

Evgenii Ushakov

July 3, 2023, 10:35 a.m.
Volkswagen is in talks with Tesla to use the NACS connector

Volkswagen confirmed that it is in talks with Tesla to adopt the NACS connector for its electric vehicles in North America. The news comes after Electrify America, which was founded by Volkswagen, announced the adoption of NACS.

Evgenii Ushakov

June 30, 2023, 11:59 a.m.

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