On June 9, Audi unveiled the third-generation Audi Q7, a large premium SUV. It is available with five seats as standard, six, or seven seats as optional, and is built at the Bratislava plant, Slovakia.
The vehicle measures 5,056 mm in length, 2,010 mm in width, 1,757 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2,998 mm.
Audi Q

On June 8, VW Commercial Vehicles South Africa announced that it has added a new version of the Amarok called the Dark Label, expanding its premium pickup range, which is based on the Amarok Style.
The vehicle is available with two engine options i.e., a 2.0 TDI and a 3.0 TDI V6 engine. Both come with a 10-speed auto

Elektrobit Automotive GmbH, a subsidiary of AUMOVIO SE, helped stabilize and evolve the middleware stack for Volkswagen Group to bridge the gap between vehicle functions and infotainment systems across multiple brands and platform generations, including VW, Skoda, and Chinese joint ventures (SVW/FAW).
The cross-platf

On June 5, CARIAD announced that it has developed scalable software for a pulse inverter, which VW Group is using for the first time in its Electric Urban Car Family models.
The inverter changes DC power into AC in real time, depending on how much power is required and what the system can safely provide. The process

On May 29, SAIC-VW officially launched the new Passat ePro mid-size plug-in hybrid sedan at the 2026 Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area International Auto Show. The vehicle is available in three variants, with prices ranging from CNY 169,900 to CNY 203,900.
The new Passat ePro measures 5,017mm long, 1,850mm w

On June 4, Volkswagen of America announced the official U.S. EPA-estimated fuel economy ratings for the 2027 Atlas SUV that will launch this fall. Built at the Chattanooga Assembly Plant in Tennessee, it features the new EA888 evo5 turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder TSI engine, which produces 282 hp and 258 lb-ft o

On June 4, Skoda unveiled exterior sketches of its all-new seven-seater Peaq D segment electric SUV. The design follows Skoda’s modern solid design language, showcasing a bold SUV defined by sharp lines, clean surfaces, and distinctive lighting elements. Its global debut is scheduled for June 23, 2026, in France.
At

On June 4, VW Spain announced that it has started production of all-new Skoda Epiq B segment electric SUV. It is the first Skoda car made in Spain and the first electric model produced at the VW Navarra Pamplona plant, Spain.
Skoda Epiq becomes the third model built at the factory, alongside VW T-Cross and Taigo, whi

On June 3, SEAT & CUPRA under the VW Group announced the start of production of the all-new CUPRA Raval B segment sporty hatchback EV and all-new VW ID. Polo B segment hatchback EV at its Martorell plant in Spain.
The launch is part of the Electric Urban Car Family project, led by SEAT & CUPRA, which aims to deliver

On May 29, SAIC-VW announced the official launch of the Tiguan L ePro mid-to-large plug-in hybrid SUV. The model is available in two variants, with prices ranging from CNY 191,900 to CNY 207,900.
The new Tiguan L ePro measures4,744mm long, 1,842mm wide, and 1,684mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,791mm.
The Tiguan L ePro

On June 2, Bentley revealed the latest generation Flying Spur luxury sedan. The production will begin at its Crewe factory, UK in September 2026.
Flying Spur S comes with V8 plug-in hybrid system, which generates combined output of 680 PS and 930 Nm of torque, which is about 20% more power than earlier models. It can

On June 2, Audi revealed a first picture of the third-generation Q7 SUV. The new model features a sportier design, a more flexible interior with high-quality materials, and user-friendly technology.
As part of its product expansion, the third-generation model will join the upcoming Audi Q9, which will be the brand’s

On May 29, CARIAD announced that it has developed ID.Software 6, a new Android-based infotainment system (Android Automotive OS) that runs faster and supports many apps directly in the car. It includes an in-car Application Store where users can download apps without needing a smartphone.
CARIAD worked with HARMAN to

On May 29, Skoda Auto Volkswagen India Private Limited (SAVWIPL) launched the Volkswagen brand in Sri Lanka, in partnership with Continental Cars and Commercials Ltd. The initial lineup comprises the Taigun SUV and Virtus sedan, both manufactured at SAVWIPL's Chakan plant in Pune and exported to Sri Lanka. 
A 3S show

On May 28, Volkswagen Group of America’s Chattanooga Plant celebrated 15 years since opening in May 2011, beginning with assembly of the VW Passat. Since then, the plant has assembled more than 1.85 million vehicles, invested USD 4.3 billion in operations, and grown to over 4,000 employees, currently producing the VW

On May 29, Volkswagen Group confirmed progress on the development of the next-gen Amarok in Argentina, with pre-series units already underway at its Pacheco plant just 13 months after announcing a major investment.
The update highlights the strategic importance of Argentina as a regional pickup hub, complementing ope

On May 28, Green NCAP tested popular cars across a few countries in Europe. These are part of nearly 200 models rated with a simple sustainability score. The ratings are based on a full life cycle analysis (LCA), covering everything from raw materials and production to use and disposal. It also measures emissions and

On May 28, VW Group announced that it is creating a new professorship with Technische Universität Braunschweig, Germany, focusing on “AI Methods in Product Development” to increase research and bring AI innovations into real automotive use.
The role will explore AI across mobility, including virtual design, mechatron

On May 28, PowerCo announced a partnership with Microsoft to build a smart, cloud-based system for its Gigafactories. The platform will connect all factories, grow with the business, and turn production data into real-time insights for better decisions. The system will help PowerCo use data across its operations with

Scout Motors has opened a new training center on the site of its new Blythewood plant in South Carolina. The new 32,500-square-foot, USD 25 million training center is a collaboration with readySC, the workforce development division of the South Carolina Technical College System.
The new training center will serve as