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Volkswagen Passat Pro got an extra screen for a passenger

Volkswagen plans to launch a new Passat Pro sedan in China. The car will feature a front passenger screen, marking a change in interior design for mainstream VW models.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 4, 2024, 11:44 a.m.
Dieselgate" trial begins against ex-VW boss Winterkorn

Former Volkswagen Group CEO Martin Winterkorn is facing trial for his alleged role in the company's diesel emissions scandal. The trial kicked off Tuesday in Braunschweig, Germany, where Winterkorn faces charges of fraud and market manipulation.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 4, 2024, 10:46 a.m.
Volkswagen warns of possible plant closures in Germany

Volkswagen might close some of its plants in Germany for the first time ever. The car company says it's getting harder to compete with other carmakers, and the market's not looking good.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 3, 2024, 10:14 a.m.
VW develops 100% bio-based leather alternative from industrial hemp

Volkswagen has teamed up with German start-up Revoltech GmbH to create car interiors using industrial hemp. The partnership aims to bring sustainable materials to Volkswagen models as early as 2028.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 31, 2024, 1:34 p.m.
Volkswagen brings multiplayer gaming to EVs and some internal combustion cars

Volkswagen is bringing games to its cars. The automaker plans to add casual multiplayer games to several of its models, including electric vehicles and traditional cars.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 29, 2024, 4:57 p.m.
VW ID.4 lease now $219/mo, actually equal to Jetta price

Volkswagen has reduced lease prices for the 2024 ID.4, making it one of the brand's most affordable vehicles to lease. The new price drop of $30 per month brings the ID.4's lease cost in line with the Jetta, despite a $17,500 difference in their MSRPs.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 8, 2024, 2:12 p.m.
The current Volkswagen Golf is expected to continue producing until 2035

This would give the Mk8 generation a life cycle of 15 years, but it would still not be the longest-lived Golf.

Evgenii Ushakov

July 30, 2024, 5:39 p.m.
Volkswagen owners claim capacitive steering wheel buttons cause crashes - Report

Since 2019, Volkswagen has introduced touch-sensing haptic controls on their steering wheels in models like the Volkswagen ID.4. Recently, these controls have been linked to several crashes, primarily occurring at low speeds during parking maneuvers.

Evgenii Ushakov

July 26, 2024, 10:24 a.m.
VW and Xpeng introduce joint architecture for more electric models in China

VW and Xpeng extend their technical cooperation agreement for an E/E architecture. From 2026, this will not only be integrated into VW's China-specific CMP electric car platform, but also into all VW brand models based on the global MEB platform for the Chinese market.

Evgenii Ushakov

July 22, 2024, 1:24 p.m.
VW Tiguan Wolfsburg Edition arrives on the U.S. market as a final farewell to this design of a model

Volkswagen is preparing to introduce the new Tiguan in the United States, marking the end of the current model with the Wolfsburg Edition.

Evgenii Ushakov

July 19, 2024, 9:24 a.m.
Volkswagen expands ID range in China with new Unyx sub-brand

As part of its ‘In China, for China’ strategy, Volkswagen has launched the ID. Unyx, the first model from a new sub-brand. This e-SUV coupé features a progressive design, a smart human-machine interface (HMI) with a customizable 3D avatar, and a range of over 600 kilometers.

Evgenii Ushakov

July 18, 2024, 9:46 a.m.
The first generation VW Amarok has returned to the assembly line in Argentina

Volkswagen Argentina has unveiled the first official photo of the updated Amarok for the South American market, an extensive facelift of the original pickup truck launched in 2009. Production has already commenced at the Pacheco Industrial Center in Argentina.

Evgenii Ushakov

July 10, 2024, 12:10 p.m.
All-electric Cupra Tavascan transformed into VW ID.UNYX for Chinese market

Volkswagen has released photos of the ID.UNYX, its latest all-electric SUV for the Chinese market, set to launch later this month. This EV will be produced by Volkswagen Anhui, a joint venture with JAC.

Evgenii Ushakov

July 8, 2024, 9:49 a.m.
271,000 VW Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport SUVs recalled due to air bag sensor problem

Volkswagen has issued a recall for approximately 271,000 of its Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport SUVs due to a faulty airbag sensor. This recall affects certain models from the years 2020 to 2024 and covers two vehicle types: the two-row Atlas Cross Sport and the three-row Atlas.

Evgenii Ushakov

June 27, 2024, 12:17 p.m.
Premiere of the updated Volkswagen Golf R (2024): now 333 hp and Variant

Volkswagen has unveiled the updated Golf R, which will be available in both hatchback and station wagon body styles. It will also get a special "Black Line" version.

Evgenii Ushakov

June 26, 2024, 2:17 p.m.
Volkswagen and Rivian join up to design industry-leading vehicle software technology

Volkswagen Group to invest an initial $1 billion in Rivian, with up to $4 billion in planned additional investment for a total expected deal size of $5 billion.

Evgenii Ushakov

June 26, 2024, 10:36 a.m.
Volkswagen has presented the Jetta for the 2025 model year. What's new?

Volkswagen has introduced the updated Jetta and Jetta GLI. The 2025 model year vehicles will soon arrive at dealerships with prices starting at $21,995, slightly higher than their predecessor.

Evgenii Ushakov

June 25, 2024, 7:37 p.m.
ChatGPT is now available in many Volkswagen models

Users can communicate with their vehicle using natural language and will receive a range of additional information. The search tool is available in all new ID. models, as well as in the Golf, Tiguan and Passat.

Evgenii Ushakov

June 24, 2024, 10:14 a.m.
Volkswagen Truck & Bus has started testing an electric bus with ultra-fast battery charging

The prototype electric bus is equipped with an unusual lithium-ion battery with niobium added to the anode (NTO). This battery can be fully charged in just 10 minutes and has three times the service life of its counterparts.

Evgenii Ushakov

June 21, 2024, 1:38 p.m.
Volkswagen of America announced its changes for the 2025 model year

Volkswagen is planning to revitalize its US lineup by making updates across the range for the 2025 model year. It all starts in the coming weeks with the new Jetta and its sporty GLI sibling. The compact sedan duo is scheduled to premiere in late Q2 2024, so we'll see the cars near the end of the month.

Evgenii Ushakov

June 14, 2024, 1:50 p.m.

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