Chevrolet Silverado and Chevrolet Tahoe.     • Ford models that ranked highest in their segment were Ford Escape, Ford F-150, Ford Mustang and Ford Super Duty.     • Honda Motor Company models that ranked highest in their segment were Acura Integra, Acura RDX and Honda Odyssey.     • Volkswagen AG had the highest-ranking model overall, the Porsche 911, with 116 PP100. (J.D. Power release on June 26, 2025)...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/28

Germany sales were up 1.2% in May to 239,297 units and UK sales were up 1.6% to 150,070 units. Italy, France and Spain were down 0.1%, down 12.3% and up 18.6% respectively.The sales volume of the top five groups in May increased 0.6% year-on-year to 758,233 units (68.1% market share). Of these, the VW Group was up 3.4% to 309,930 units (27.8% share) and Stellantis was down 3.0% to 168,839 units (15.2% share). Renault Group was up 4.6% to 111,395 ...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/26

the first complete software release will be available for series projects, with the first start of production (SOP) featuring an integrated open-source software stack targeted by 2030 at the latest. The signing parties are BMW, Continental, Bosch, ETAS, FORVIA, Mercedes-Benz, Qorix, Valeo, Vector, VW Group, and ZF Friedrichshafen. Based on VDA press release...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/25

KIRCHHOFF Automotive supplies various parts for VW, BMW, Mercedes, and Ford models On June 18, KIRCHHOFF Automotive, in a newsletter, announced that it is supplying formed parts and welded assemblies, including front and rear side members, front panels, and body forming parts for the Ford Puma and Ford Transit Courier BEV programs. These components are produced across the Craiova (Piteşti) plant in Romania, Mielec in Poland, and Esztergom in Hun...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/25

st 2025. The Proseat Group employs over 1,300 people across 6 locations (3 in Germany, and one each in Spain, the Czech Republic, and Poland). It produces and supplies automotive seat foam parts and lightweight components made of EPP (expanded polypropylene) to various European customers, including Volkswagen Group. The acquisition supports Brose Sitech’s goal of completing its seat system portfolio with subcomponents such as foam parts, headre...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/25

VW to possibly reduce safety features in Tera model for Argentine market On June 18, Latin NCAP published its latest crash test results, awarding the new Volkswagen Tera a five-star safety rating for the Latin American market. However, there are rumors regarding the version of the Tera set to be sold in Argentina. According to Latin NCAP, the Argentine version will not include Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) as standard across all trims, unlik...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/25

VW’s Tera subcompact SUV aims to be among top 5 best-selling models in Brazil On June 23, Volkswagen celebrated a record-breaking sales performance for its new compact SUV, the Tera, with 12,296 units sold in just 50 minutes during the "Open Door" launch event on June 5. So far, nearly 14,800 Teras have been sold, with 51% of buyers switching from other brands and 57% upgrading from hatchbacks. The top-tier Highline version accounted for 54% of...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/25

vention Exhibition (ICE), BSD City, Tangerang. From hybrids and electric vehicles to the latest models making their debut in Indonesia, GIIAS 2025 highlights the cutting edge of automotive innovation. The final lineup of confirmed passenger and commercial vehicle brands participating includes Audi, Volkswagen, GAC Aion Indonesia, Polytron, Geely, Ford, BMW, Mini, Toyota, BAIC, Honda, Lexus, Daihatsu, Mazda, Chery, Suzuki, MG, Wuling, Mitsubishi M...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/23

vehicles, energy-saving light-duty commercial vehicles, energy-saving heavy-duty commercial vehicles, plug-in hybrid electric passenger vehicles, battery electric commercial vehicles, plug-in hybrid electric commercial vehicles, and fuel cell electric commercial vehicles of automakers such as SAIC-VW, Dongfeng Motor Corporation, FAW Group, BYD, and Foton Motor. From an MIIT press release...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/23

Technology (MIIT) released the 395th list of the “Announcement on On-road Motor Vehicle Manufacturers and Products”. A number of products of independent automobile brands such as BYD, Dongfeng Motor Corporation, and Chery, as well as joint-venture automobile brands such as Beijing Benz and FAW-VW, have officially passed the declaration process. From an MIIT press release...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/23

NavInfo participates in FAW-VW technology event NavInfo Co., Ltd.  (NavInfo) participated in an FAW-VW intelligent cockpit technology event. Displayed was the SA8155P chip-based cockpit-driving integration solution, a core NavInfo product which deeply integrates the cockpit and parking systems that are conventionally separate. Also on display were two products with ultra-high cost performance. The first, an AutoChips AC8015 chip-based entry-leve...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/23

at several auto plants for the second time in ten days in support of former president Cristina Kirchner, who is serving a six-year sentence for corruption confirmed by the Supreme Court. The strike affected the morning shift at Ford Pacheco, Mercedes-Benz in Virrey del Pino, Toyota in Zárate, and Volkswagen also in Pacheco, while afternoon operations resumed normally. Plants operated by Stellantis, General Motors, and Renault were not impacted....

News  Updated at: 2025/06/20

VW Tera wins 5 stars at Latin NCAP safety tests On June 18, Volkswagen Brazil announced that the new VW Tera, produced in Taubaté, received the highest five-star rating in Latin NCAP's latest and most rigorous safety protocol.  Built on the MQB platform and featuring ultra-high-strength steel in key structural areas, the Tera was entirely developed in Brazil and is equipped with a wide array of safety features across all versions. These include...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/20

VW launches 2026 Nivus with design and safety enhancements On June 19, Volkswagen Mexico announced the launch of the 2026 Nivus with new features. Powered by a 1.0-liter turbocharged TSI engine with 114 hp and paired with a six-speed Tiptronic transmission, the 2026 Nivus introduces key enhencements, mainly in design and safety. The exterior now features matte black lower air intakes, a redesigned LED-lit grille, new LED taillights with a red-lig...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/20

VW Commercial Vehicles expands Transporter line-up with new Shuttle and Kombi models in UK On June 19, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles announced that it has expanded its Transporter lineup in the UK by adding Shuttle and Kombi variants. Now it is the seventh generation, the Transporter features a fresh design, upgraded interior with a digital screen and physical buttons, and strong payload and towing capacity. The Transporter Shuttle seats eight p...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/19

MOIA unveils VW ID. Buzz AD for scalable mobility services On June 17, MOIA, a subsidiary of Volkswagen Group, unveiled Volkswagen ID. Buzz AD, first fully autonomous production vehicle which is designed specifically for mobility services. It's part of a full package that includes the vehicle, software, and services—offering a ready-to-use solution for public and private mobility providers. The complete solution includes a road-approved vehicle...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/18

the more than 400 vehicles on sale in the U.S. made the 2025 AMI list, with the top 20 vehicles being: 1.    Tesla Model 32.    Tesla Model Y3.    Tesla Model S4.    Tesla Model X5.    Jeep Gladiator6.    Kia EV67.    Honda Ridgeline8.    Honda Odyssey9.    Honda Passport10.    Volkswagen ID.411.    Acura MDX12.    Honda Pilot13.    Jeep Wrangler14.    Acura RDX15.    Honda Accord16.    Acura Integra17.    Kia S...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/18

VW Trucks and Buses reaches 100% renewable electricity use in Brazil On June 5, it was announced that Volkswagen Caminhões e Ônibus (VWCO) now uses 100% certified renewable electricity. Thanks to this strategy, its carbon emissions from electricity consumption has reduced by approximately 90% compared to 2021, down to 263.55 tons of CO2e. Additionally, between 2023 and 2024, VWCO achieved a 26% reduction in energy use, a 28% decrease in water c...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/17

MHP drives Catena-X growth with automotive suppliers onboarding On June 11, MHP, a Porsche subsidiary, announced that it is helping automotive suppliers join the Catena-X data network to make the connection process easier. It is part of the Catena-X “Readiness Booster Program,” MHP supports the onboarding of suppliers working with various automakers, including the Volkswagen Group. Catena-X e.V. aims to onboard over 1,000 new suppliers in 202...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/16

Turkish vehicle sales up 6.3% and production up 1.7% in May The Automotive Manufacturers Association (OSD) announced that Turkish vehicle sales of 111,600 units in May 2025 represented a 6.3% increase over May 2024. According to the data from Automotive Distributors Association (ODD), Fiat sales were 10,846 units in May (10.1% market share), Renault sales were 9,025 units (8.4% share), VW sales were 8,379 units (7.8% share), Ford sales were 8,175...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/16