Euro NCAP releases new safety ratings for Dongfeng BOX and several other models On October 15, Euro NCAP released new safety ratings of several vehicles. The Dongfeng BOX earned three stars in Euro NCAP’s safety tests. In a frontal crash, several spot welds on the car’s body failed, weakening the structure and reducing protection. The car scored 69% for Adult Occupant Protection, with concerns about safety at higher speeds. Other issues inclu...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/16

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

Ford to cut shift, up to 1,000 jobs at Cologne EV plant in January, citing weak demand On September 16, Ford said it will cut one shift and up to 1,000 jobs at its Cologne Electric Vehicle Center in Germany, due to weak demand. “In Europe, demand for electric cars remains well below industry forecasts,” Ford said in a statement. “Ford will therefore switch production at the Cologne plant to single-shift operation from January 2026”.  The...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/17

VW reduces production of ID.4 EV at Chattanooga plant, idling 160 workers On September 2, Volkswagen of America notified employees that it is reducing production of the ID.4 compact electric crossover as it struggles with slowing demand for the Chattanooga-built model.  Volkswagen is adjusting production based on market demand after ID.4 sales slumped 65% in the second quarter. Volkswagen had already cut ID.4 production earlier this year after i...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/03

VW extends U.S. pricing guarantee through June amid tariffs On May 29, it was reported that Volkswagen of America will continue to maintain current vehicle sticker prices now through June as it continues to face the impact of U.S. tariffs. “In an effort to keep vehicles affordable for our customers, the brand will cover today’s increased costs,” VWoA said in a statement, saying it will “make pricing decisions that ensure our vehicles rema...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/31

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

Volkswagen prepares Malaysia as its ASEAN electrified vehicle export hub Reported on April 25, 2025, Volkswagen Group Malaysia has signaled a bold push toward electrification in Southeast Asia, confirming plans to assemble electrified vehicles locally with the goal of exporting to key ASEAN markets. At a recent event marking the start of local assembly for the Audi Q7 MHEV at DRB-Hicom’s Pekan plant, the company announced it is developing a com...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/02

VW halts shipments to U.S. as it plans an “import fee” On April 1, VW dealers in the U.S. received a memo notifying them of "temporary adjustments" to deliveries and pricing as  it anticipates changes in U.S. tariffs to impact pricing on vehicles imported from Mexico and Europe. The memo said production at the company’s assembly plant in Chattanooga, Tennessee will be impacted as well but did not specify which models. VW builds the Atlas a...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/05

VW to cut one shift of production at Chattanooga plant, UAW files charges On March 13, Volkswagen announced it is returning its plant in Chattanooga, Tennessee to a primarily two-shift production model on March 31 and is asking workers to voluntarily quit. The Chattanooga plant, which builds the ID.4 electric crossover, as well as the Atlas and Allas Sport SUVs, currently operates on three shifts.  Production employees will be offered a voluntar...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/14

VW ID.4 and Audi Q4 E-Tron EVs recalled in U.S. over software issue On February 28, Volkswagen and Audi announced they are recalling 60,490 electric vehicles in the U.S. because of a potential software issue that could prevent shift-lever indicators on instrument panels to be seen. The recall includes 2021-2023 VW ID.4 and 2022-2023 Audi Q4 E-Tron and Q4 E-Tron Sportback electric crossovers, which are built on the VW Group's MEB platform.  The a...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/08

VW restarts ID.4 production in Chattanooga, announces 2025 pricing On February 3, Volkswagen of America announced that production has restarted with the 2025 ID.4 at its Chattanooga plant with 82 kWh models, which carry a starting MSRP of USD 45,095 for the rear-wheel-drive Pro and USD 48,995 for the AWD Pro. The rear-wheel-drive Pro S starts at USD 50,195 MSRP and the AWD Pro S carries a sticker price of USD 54,095. For 2025, the Pro S Plus is o...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/05

Audi and Porsche consider U.S. production to counter tariffs The tariffs on car imports announced by U.S. President Donald Trump are putting the VW Group and its subsidiaries Audi and Porsche under pressure. The two brands currently produce exclusively outside the U.S. and would be severely affected by additional import duties. According to a report in German media, several people familiar with the matter say that the group is now considering set...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/31

VW officially cancels delayed ID.7 EV for North America Volkswagen no longer plans to bring its ID.7 electric sedan to the U.S. and Canada. A VW spokesperson cited “the ongoing challenging EV climate” for the decision to not import the model, though, “Electric vehicles continue to be a core part of Volkswagen’s long-term product strategy, and new electric models will continue to be introduced for this market”.  The ID.7 was originally ...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/30

VW announces support to 26 solar and wind farms in Europe On January 16, VW announced its expanded commitment to renewable energy, supporting large-scale wind and solar farms across Europe to help customers charge their ID. electric vehicles with carbon-neutral power. In 2024, the company-backed projects, including a solar park in Portugal and a wind farm in Sweden, generated approximately 1.1 TWh of green power, enough to supply 300,000 househol...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/17

VW to resume U.S. production of ID.4 with countermeasure for door handle parts On January 3, Volkswagen of America announced that it has door handle parts that will enable it to start selling ID.4 electric vehicles again in the U.S. and to replace the affected parts for current owners of ID.4 vehicles. Dealers will be able to repair customer vehicles that were subject to the recall and sell ID.4 vehicles that were in existing stock, once repaire...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/09

VW reaches agreement with unions for positioning itself competitively for future On December 20, VW Group announced the "Zukunft VW [Future Volkswagen]" agreement with IG Metall and the Works Council, a comprehensive strategy to enhance competitiveness, ensure job security, and lead in sustainable mobility. The agreement focuses on cost reduction, capacity adjustments, and technological advancements. By 2030, VW aims to become the globally leadin...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/21

Tesla tops 2024 Made in America Auto Index for second consecutive year On December 11, American University's Kogod School of Business, located in Washington D.C., announced results of the 2024 Made in America Auto Index, which puts Tesla at the top of its rankings for the second year in a row.  The Auto Index is meant to be a consumer research tool to provide accessible data about the car manufacturers, makes, and models that are most "American"...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/12

VW launches affordable pure trims for ID.3, ID.4, and ID.5 On December 2, VW introduced entry-level Pure variants for the ID.3, ID.4, and ID.5 models with updated pricing and specifications: ID.3 Pure features 170 hp motor, 52 kWh battery, and provides 388 km range. It charges at 7.2 kW (AC) in around 8 hours or 145 kW (DC) in around 20 minutes. Pricing starts at EUR 21,300. ID.4 Pure features 170 hp motor, 55 kWh battery, and provides 363 km ra...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/03