ID. range, the GTI revival, PPE platform and Group strategy — Wolfsburg’s EV pivot in full.
Volkswagen is rethinking its electric vehicle (EV) ambitions as demand cools, delaying its all-new Scalable Systems Platform (SSP) and integrating range-extending gas engines into the mix. Published by Autoblog, this strategic pivot marks a significant turn for the German automaker, traditionally a leader in the EV race. The move reflects broader industry trends as automakers…
Volkswagen is set to electrify its iconic Golf GTI, with CEO Thomas Schäfer calling the upcoming all-electric version a “monster car” that will be “mind-blowing” to drive. According to a recent Autocar report, Schäfer shared these insights after test-driving prototypes, signaling a bold new chapter for the GTI badge as Volkswagen prepares to launch a…
Volkswagen is set to revive traditional naming for its electric vehicles (EVs), moving away from the alphanumeric ID labels like ID.3 and ID.4, according to a recent statement from the company’s head of marketing and sales. According to Motor1, this shift aims to bring back the brand’s iconic, recognizable names—think Beetle or Golf—to its growing…
Volkswagen’s shareholders intensified their push for corporate governance reform at the company’s virtual annual general meeting on May 16, 2025, citing conflicts of interest and a lack of board expertise as barriers to the automaker’s success in the electric vehicle (EV) market, reports Reuters. With the company’s share price falling nearly 25% over the past…
Volkswagen AG has forged a strategic partnership with Uber Technologies Inc. to deploy thousands of fully autonomous, all-electric ID. Buzz AD vans across U.S. markets, starting with a commercial launch in Los Angeles in 2026, according to Reuters. This collaboration marks a significant step toward integrating autonomous electric vehicles (EVs) into ride-hailing services, leveraging Volkswagen’s…
Volkswagen Group reported a complex picture for its electric vehicle (EV) sales in the third quarter of 2024, according to a recent press release. While overall deliveries declined, there were bright spots in certain markets and segments. Global EV Deliveries Down, But Order Intake Surges The automaker delivered 506,500 battery electric vehicles (BEVs) worldwide in…
Volkswagen is making big moves to get its Wolfsburg plant ready for electric vehicle (EV) production. The company has appointed Uwe Schwartz, who successfully converted the Emden plant to EV-only production, as the new manager of the Wolfsburg facility. This change comes amidst a challenging market and increased competition from Chinese automakers, according to Autmotive…
Volkswagen has encountered a significant hurdle with its all-electric ID.4, as the company recently halted production at its Chattanooga, Tennessee, factory due to a faulty electronic door mechanism. The issue, which has affected numerous VW owners, involves water seeping into the door and shorting out the electronics, causing the door to pop open unexpectedly. This…
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