Volkswagen of America reports Q3 2025 U.S. sales down 6.0% in tariff-challenged times On October 1, Volkswagen of America announced that its Q3 2025 sales in the U.S. decreased 6% year-over-year to 87,705 units compared to Q3 2024 in a challenging environment of tariffs and disrupted trade patterns. All of VWoA’s passenger cars and half of its SUVs are imported into the U.S. Despite the decrease in overall VW brand sales, SUV sales increased by...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/02

VW to temporarily halt production at German plants amid slowing EV sales On September 25, multiple sources reported that Volkswagen is temporarily halting production at several German plants due to weak demand, especially for electric cars. At the Zwickau plant in Saxony, where the ID.3 and Cupra Born are built, production will stop for a week starting October 6, 2025. The Emden plant, which produces the ID.4 and ID.7, has reduced working hours ...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/26

VW raises U.S. prices on 2026 models up to 6.5% On September 19, multiple sources reported that Volkswagen of America is raising starting prices on most 2026 models as it continues to deal with President Trump’s tariffs. The latest price increases by VW range from 2.9 to 6.5 percent, depending on the model. The company released 2026 model-year pricing on the Jetta compact sedan, Taos subcompact crossover, Golf GTI and Golf R, and Atlas and Atla...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/24

IAA Mobility 2025: VW Group targets 20% share of Europe’s small EV market with new electric Urban Car Family On September 8, VW Group announced that it is expanding its lead in Europe’s EV market with the new Electric Urban Car Family at IAA Mobility 2025. It includes two VW models plus one each from CUPRA and Škoda, starting at around EUR 25,000 plus entry-level model ID. EVERY1, priced at EUR 20,000, with a market launch set for 2026. All ...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/09

IAA 2025：IAA Mobility 2025 opens in Munich, Germany On September 8, IAA Mobility 2025 opened in Munich, Germany. The event is open to the press on September 8 and to the public on September 9-14. From local German manufacturers, BMW unveiled the new BMW iX3 – the first model based on the Neue Klasse platform. Mercedes-Benz will also debut the new electric version of its all-new GLC D-segment electric SUV. VW Group unveiled ID. Polo, B segment...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/09

Government of India clears INR 15 billion incentive scheme for critical mineral recycling On September 3, 2025, the Union Cabinet approved an INR 15 billion Incentive Scheme under the National Critical Mineral Mission to build domestic recycling capacity for critical minerals. The six-year programme (FY 2025-26 to FY 2030-31) targets e-waste, lithium-ion battery scrap, and other secondary sources such as catalytic converters from end-of-life vehi...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/04

IAA Mobility 2025: VW brings Polo and GTI names into EV segment with new ID. models On September 3, VW announced that it will start using names for its electric vehicles (EVs), while keeping the same names for combustion models. The first car under this plan will be the ID. Polo, which is based on the ID. 2all concept. VW will also bring the sporty GTI brand into its electric range. The “ID.” name stands for advanced tech and electric mobilit...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/04

Government of India slashes GST on cars, bikes, and auto parts to 18% On September 3, during its 56th meeting, the GST Council approved comprehensive tax reforms for India’s automotive industry. Key changes include: Small petrol, LPG, and CNG cars (≤1,200 cc, ≤4,000 mm): GST cut from 28% to 18%. Diesel cars (≤1,500 cc, ≤4,000 mm): GST cut from 28% to 18%. Motorcycles (≤350 cc) and three-wheelers: GST cut from 28% to 18%. Hybrid vehic...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/04

IAA Mobility 2025: MOIA to showcase complete autonomous mobility solution with ID. Buzz AD On September 3, MOIA, a subsidiary of Volkswagen Group, announced that it will showcase its full solution for autonomous driving at IAA Mobility 2025 in Munich. The highlight is its custom software ecosystem, paired with the ID. Buzz AD and services for mobility operators. Selected guests can even join autonomous test rides in Munich. At the Summit, MOIA wi...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/03

IAA Mobility 2025: VW Group to showcase Electric Urban Car Family and future mobility On September 1, VW Group announced that it will showcase its latest innovations at IAA Mobility in Munich from September 7-12, 2025. With new model debuts, advanced technologies, and smart mobility ideas, VW and its brands are setting the direction for the future of mobility. Opening (September 7): As the media preview before the official opening of the IAA, th...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/02

IAA Mobility 2025: VW to present four new models On August 21, VW announced that it will present four new models at IAA Mobility 2025. A fully electric compact SUV will have its world premiere at Odeonsplatz. The concept vehicle will offer a glimpse of a new member of the electric ID. family from Volkswagen. Its production version will complete the Electric Urban Car Family of the Brand Group Core. It is a concrete preview of an affordable EV in ...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/22

Government of India approves four new semiconductor projects On August 12, 2025, the Union Cabinet of India approved 4 additional semiconductor manufacturing projects under the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) with a combined outlay of INR 46 billion. Proposed by SiCSem, Continental Device India (CDIL), 3D Glass Solutions (3DGS), and Advanced System in Package (ASIP) Technologies, the projects are expected to create 2,034 direct skilled jobs. Od...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/13

CARIAD and Bosch increase Automated Driving Alliance with AI-powered Level 2 and 3 software for 2026 launch On August 11, CARIAD and Bosch strengthened their automated driving alliance with advanced AI for Level 2 and 3 driving software. The goal is to create smarter driver assistance systems that behave more like human drivers. First versions are already in test fleets, being refined daily with large data sets. A production-ready software stack ...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/11

GlobalData blog: The changing landscape of European bodystyles The simultaneous rise of SUVs and decline of Hatchbacks indicates that consumers are increasingly favoring vehicles that provide more space and versatility. According to GlobalData’s bodystyle analysis, SUVs are estimated to account for 58% of Passenger Vehicles (PVs) in Western Europe by the end of 2025, up from 37% in 2020. This shift in consumer preference has allowed the SUV seg...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/29

VW ID.3 battery excels in ADAC test in Germany On July 15, Volkswagen announced that its ID.3 Pro S electric vehicle retained 91% of its original net battery capacity after 160,000 kilometers of intensive endurance testing by ADAC in Germany. The test, conducted over four years at the Landsberg am Lech facility, used rapid charging for over 40% of sessions and often left the battery fully charged between drives, conditions typically avoided to pr...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/16

Government of India launches e-Truck incentive scheme On July 11, the Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI), Government of India, announced a new incentive scheme under the PM E-DRIVE initiative to promote the adoption of electric trucks. The scheme covers N2 category trucks (GVW above 3.5 tonnes and up to 12 tonnes) and N3 category trucks (GVW above 12 tonnes and up to 55 tonnes). For articulated trucks, incentives will apply only to the puller tra...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/11

VW launches ID.3 GTX FIRE+ICE limited special edition in Europe On July 9, Volkswagen announced the launch of the ID.3 GTX FIRE+ICE, a limited-edition electric hatch developed in collaboration with luxury sportswear brand BOGNER FIRE+ICE.  The ID.3 GTX FIRE+ICE is offered with two powertrains: 210-kW and 240-kW, both producing 545 Nm of torque. The most powerful version accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.7 seconds and reaches 200 km/h. Both fea...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/10

Tesla, Jeep lead in 2025 American-Made Index On June 17, Cars.com unveiled its 20th annual American-Made Index (AMI). Released amid rising tariffs and inflationary pressures, this year's index is of interest to OEMs, suppliers, consumers, and the U.S. government. The American-Made Index ranks cars based on five factors:     •    Location(s) of final assembly   •    Percentage of U.S. and Canadian parts as per the American Automobile ...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/18

Indian Government notifies guidelines for scheme to promote electric car manufacturing On June 2, the Government of India approved a scheme to promote the domestic manufacture of passenger cars, with a special focus on electric vehicles (EVs). It will attract investments from global electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers and promote India as a leading manufacturing destination for EVs.  The approved applicants will be permitted to import Completely...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/02

VW introduces ID.4 in Mexico On May 23, Volkswagen officially launched the ID.4 in Mexico, marking its entry into the country’s electric vehicle market with its first all-electric SUV. Built on the MEB platform, the ID.4 features a dual-motor AWD version that delivers 335 hp and 545 Nm of torque, powered by an 82-kWh battery offering up to 423 km range. It has a sleek, aerodynamic design, LED lighting, illuminated emblems, and a spacious “Ope...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/24