Volkswagen News

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  Volkswagen Group announces strategic reshuffle to make a closer connection between Volkswagen, Audi and Porsche brands

  In a move aimed at providing a “closer working connection” between each of the German giant's main brands, Volkswagen Passenger Cars, Audi and Porsche will take on new areas of competence within a revised business structure that will provide “clearer priority setting and faster implementation of change”.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Dec. 14, 2022, 2:53 p.m.
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  Ten new Volkswagen e-models will be launched by 2026, including an entry-level model for around ?25,000

  Volkswagen will invest substantially in the further development of its e-platform: MEB will become MEB+. In line with the original idea of flexibility, the charging and storage technology as well as the digital infrastructure will be improved.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Dec. 9, 2022, 11:57 a.m.
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  Volkswagen ID. Buzz earns five-star rating in Euro NCAP crash tests

  The Volkswagen ID. Buzz all-electric MPV has earned a five-star rating in the latest round of Euro NCAP crash tests, making it one of the safest vehicles on the market and a major milestone for the company's electric vehicle lineup. The ID. Buzz was subjected to some of the most stringent safety tests out there, including frontal, side, and rear impact tests as well as pedestrian safety tests.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Dec. 8, 2022, 5:39 p.m.
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  Volkswagen's free software update makes it easier for ID.4 owners to find charging stations

  Volkswagen has released a new software update that can be installed wirelessly on its ID.4 electric crossover. This update improves many aspects of the model for both 2021 and some 2022 vehicles. According to VW, this first update clears the way for future features.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Dec. 7, 2022, 2:42 p.m.
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  2023 Volkswagen ID.3 teased, promising a sportier look and enlarged infotainment touchscreen

  Although Volkswagen refers to the car in these images as a "second generation," it is likely still a facelift. Even though it is quite substantial.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Dec. 2, 2022, 9:28 p.m.
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  Volkswagen e-Golf could make a comeback

  The zero-emissions hatchback came to an end in December 2020, and the Wolfsburg-based company introduced its ID.3 model as a replacement for the electric Golf. However, it turns out that the battery-powered Golf could return.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Nov. 30, 2022, 4:14 p.m.
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  Volkswagen will keep Golf alive, the ninth generation to coexist with the ID.3

  Thomas Schafer, Volkswagen's CEO stated that the company has no plans to discontinue the Golf name and instead could become a part of it's ID line-up of electric vehicles. The current, eighth generation VW Golf is predicted to have its last run around 2027-2028.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Nov. 18, 2022, 10:42 a.m.
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  Volkswagen cracks the half-million delivery mark for electric ID. models

  Volkswagen has reached a large milestone by handing over 500,000 ID. family vehicles to customers worldwide- one year earlier than planned.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Nov. 15, 2022, 10:53 a.m.
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  Volkswagen built an electric office chair. It can drive up to 20 km/h, has LED lights, driver assistance and an infotainment system

  In Norway, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has created and built an office chair with several features from their cars. The chair can drive on its own, has LED lights, driver assistance, and an infotainment system — giving office workers a taste of what people who use a car for work experience every day.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Nov. 11, 2022, 10:09 a.m.
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  Delta4x4 off-road specialists unveiled a hardcore version of the 2023 VW Amarok with an additional 150 mm ground clearance

  If you're looking for something a step above VW's PanAmericana trim level, Delta4x4 might be worth checking out. The German off-road specialist is preparing a beefier version of the midsize pickup, and official renderings provide an early glimpse of the appropriately named "Beast".

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Nov. 8, 2022, 12:07 a.m.
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  350 hp Volkswagen Jetta GLI Performance Concept hits SEMA with a 6-speed manual

  The Jetta GLI Performance made its debut at the Specialty Equipment Market Association show in Las Vegas, as a modified version of the sedan that pays homage to Jetta’s touring car history. It is complete with many visual and hardware upgrades from the standard Jetta GLI, making it a much more powerful machine.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Nov. 1, 2022, 10:37 p.m.
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  The all-electric Volkswagen ID. Buzz has received over 20,000 orders

  More than 20,000 orders have been placed for the all-electric ID. Buzz in Europe despite the van yet to reach dealership showrooms.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Nov. 1, 2022, 12:06 p.m.
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  Volkswagen to make all R models fully electric by 2030

  By 2030, Volkswagen plans to have all of its performance-focused models be electric vehicles. Although we haven't seen the first fully electric R model yet, a few zero-emission models are currently in development.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 27, 2022, 1:59 p.m.
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  Argo AI, a startup that raised more than $3 billion to develop autonomous vehicles, is shutting down

  Argo AI, an autonomous vehicle startup, is ceasing operations as its two primary backers, Ford Motor Corp. and Volkswagen AG, expressed that the company's technology is progressing slowly to commercialization.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 27, 2022, 12:54 p.m.
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  Volkswagen to change all-electric models naming strategy

  Volkswagen is focusing on finding better names for its models, especially the all-electric ID series vehicles.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 27, 2022, 11:54 a.m.
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  Volkswagen will bring back physical steering wheel buttons instead of touch controls

  CEO of Volkswagen Passenger Cars Thomas Sch?fer has announced on LinkedIn that the German brand will be bringing back physical buttons to its steering wheels.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 25, 2022, 10:13 a.m.
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  Volkswagen is seeking a buyer for its Russian plant, which has been inactive since Russia invaded Ukraine

  Volkswagen is searching for investors to takeover their manufacturing company in Kaluga, southwest of Moscow. The plant became inactive after Russia invaded Ukraine and sanctions were placed by various European countries and the United States.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 21, 2022, 1:58 p.m.
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  Volkswagen and tech company Xanadu are working together to develop a new battery material with the help of quantum simulation

  Volkswagen Group and Canadian quantum technology company Xanadu have agreed to work together to improve quantum algorithms used to simulate battery materials. Volkswagen hopes that this will help to adopt quantum computers more quickly in order to develop lighter, safer, and more affordable batteries.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 19, 2022, 1:29 p.m.
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  VW Golf's standard equipment now includes the centre airbag for the front seats

  Volkswagen updated the safety of its popular hatchback by adding a center airbag. This allows it to pass the new, more stringent Euro NCAP safety test procedure.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 17, 2022, 2:40 p.m.
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  2023 Volkswagen Passat plug-in hybrid wagon spied

  Even though the sedan might be Rumored to be discontinued, Volkswagen's midsize car has been seen testing again as a wagon. The estate's electrified nature is clear on the driver's side, where the charging port is located on the front fender.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 11, 2022, 3:33 p.m.