Volkswagen News

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  2024 Volkswagen Passat B9 makes its official debut with new styling and an impressively lengthened wagon body style

  The new ninth-generation Volkswagen Passat has been revealed. It will only be available as a wagon in Europe, and won't be sold at all in America. The car will be manufactured in Slovakia next to the Skoda Superb.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 31, 2023, 10:38 a.m.
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  2024 VW Saveiro: The brand's smallest pickup in South America is updated for the new model year

  Not many people outside of South America are familiar with the VW Saveiro, although it is a genuinely interesting and popular car. The recent update of the model includes new trim and a bunch of improvements to the small pickup.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 30, 2023, 1:04 p.m.
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  Volkswagen Passat B9 Final Teaser: wagon-only, won't be built in Germany

  Volkswagen recently released another teaser for the upcoming Passat, set to make its global debut on the final day of August. Major shifts are in store for this D-segment car, as VW plans to abandon the sedan version to concentrate exclusively on the wagon.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 29, 2023, 3:20 p.m.
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  VW ID.7 Variant (2023): electric station wagon spotted on the road without camouflage

  Previously hidden behind lightly camouflaged stickers, the ID.7 Variant now emerges without any disguise, offering a comprehensive look at its design. The latest images reveal a design that closely mirrors the sedan version, and while there are few surprises, the station wagon's unique elements shine through.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 25, 2023, 4:30 p.m.
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  2023 VW Amarok Camper debuts with lifted suspension, off-road tires

  Based on the updated T6 platform of the Ford Ranger, the second generation Amarok pickup truck has been transformed into a nifty camper thanks to upgrades by Genesis Import GmbH from Schwarzach. It's based on the rugged PanAmericana version and has been fitted with a raised suspension and BFGoodrich AT tires.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 25, 2023, 2:12 p.m.
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  The new all-electric ID.7 is now available to order, but only in the Pro version, starting at 56,995 Euros

  A few days ago, Volkswagen announced the start of production in Emden, and now the company is opening pre-sales for its all-electric ID.7 sedan: starting today, customers can order the model in the Pro package with a range of up to 621 kilometers (WLTP) at a price of 56,995 euros.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 25, 2023, 11:55 a.m.
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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 Düsseldorf. 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.
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  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.
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  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.
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  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.
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  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.
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  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 Düsseldorf, Germany, on August 25, 2023.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 7, 2023, 11:15 a.m.
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  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.
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  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.
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  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.
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  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.
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  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.
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  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.
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  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.
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  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.