engine plant in Silao, Mexico. Antlitz did not identify the specific engine but confirmed it would be naturally aspirated and not turbocharged. A likely choice is a naturally aspirated engine of the EA211 family with a 1.6-liter displacement. The Silao plant makes the combustion engines for the VW Jetta, Taos, and Tiguan assembled in Mexico. The plant also supplies engines for the VW Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport assembled in Chattanooga.  The Sc...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/10

In Brazil, investments will support innovation, decarbonization, and new products across its four plants, including the launch of the SUV Tera, a locally developed entry-level SUV, now in production and set for export to over 25 countries. Upcoming launches also include the Nivus GTS, Golf GTI, and Jetta GLI. Additionally, a new MQB Hybrid platform is being developed with Brazilian engineering input to enhance safety, connectivity, and flexibilit...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/05

ls will receive a prominent, though as yet undisclosed, “import fee” that will cover either in part or full the 25% tariff Trump has instituted on vehicle imports. Two VW models are imported from Europe, the ID. Buzz electric minivan and Golf GTI/Golf R, while three models come from Mexico, the Jetta, Taos and Tiguan. VW plans to implement a two-phase vehicle allocation program in April, according to the memo. In the first cycle, to start Apr...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/05

VW starts import operations at Porto de Vitória in Brazil On April 1, VW announced that it has begun operations at the Port de Vitória (ES), expanding its logistics strategy along Brazil’s coast. The first shipment included 32 Taos SUVs from Argentina, with another expected in May. Vitória will also receive key future models like the new Jetta GLI from Mexico, part of VW’s plan to launch 16 new vehicles by 2028. In 2024, VW imported 33,597...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/02

n March 27, depending on parts availability. Workers must use one vacation day for every two days of stoppage, while shift schedules will remain unchanged. The Taos, which has seen strong production figures, only began its new manufacturing cycle in October 2024, shortly after the launch of the new Jetta. A limited number of employees will remain on duty to prepare for production restart. The announcement follows recent cost-cutting measures, inc...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/27

5, a total of 11,120 units were assembled, marking an 8.46% increase compared to the previous year. The total production at the Puebla facility for February reached 20,699 vehicles, while the cumulative production from January to February amounted to 41,479 units. Among other models, the Volkswagen Jetta recorded 8,017 units, while Tiguan closed the month with 1,562 units. In terms of exports, Volkswagen de México shipped 16,025 vehicles to inte...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/19

FAW and VW expand cooperation, plan to introduce over 20 new models by 2030 On March 13, FAW Group and VW Group announced that they had signed a strategic cooperation agreement in Germany adhering to the "In China, for China" strategy. By 2030, FAW-VW brands will launch more than 20 new models. Starting from 2026, the FAW-VW brand and the Jetta brand will add 11 new models tailored to the Chinese market, including 6 pure electric models, 2 plug-i...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/17

of 90 car bodies per hour and created 1,800 jobs during construction. The state-of-the-art paint shop eliminates natural gas use, reducing energy consumption per painted vehicle by 22% and cutting CO2 emissions by 29,000 tons annually. It supports multiple models simultaneously, with the Tiguan and Jetta being the first to benefit, offering new color options like Ascot Grey, Avocado Green, and Waimea Blue. Christian Vollmer, Volkswagen’s Execut...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/24

Canada’s top selling models in 2024 On January 15, DesRosiers Automotive Consultants reported that new light vehicle sales performance in 2024 was positive with the market up 8.2%. At the model level, however, the market saw significant shifts.  Top Five Passenger Cars1.    Honda Civic2.    Toyota Corolla3.    Hyundai Elantra4.    Tesla Model 35.    Volkswagen Jetta Among passenger cars, the Honda Civic reclaimed the top spot with a ...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/17

Jetta launches VA7 sedan On January 12, Jetta, an FAW-VW sub-brand, launched the VA7 sedan. The model is available in three variants, with prices ranging from CNY 99,800 to CNY 129,800. Inheriting German aesthetic elements, the VA7 features LED headlights and wrap-around waistlines to present a dynamic, magnificent yet trendy, modern appearance. The model is equipped with an ultra-large sunroof, a venting sunshade, and a 553L rear trunk. It measu...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/16

g-in hybrid electric vehicles, and EVs, and that its product portfolio will be fully covered with plug-in hybrid (including range-extended) electric vehicles between 2026 and 2027. The VW brand will launch seven blockbuster models. The Audi brand will launch five new models such as the new A5L. The Jetta brand started accepting pre-orders for the VA7 and will launch the VS8 in the second half of 2025 and five New Energy Vehicles subsequently. In ...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/15

caters to U.S. and Canadian markets. For this launch, the Puebla plant enhanced its operations, including a new electric-powered paint shop capable of painting 90 vehicles per hour and upgrades like die replacements and elevated tunnels. These improvements enable simultaneous production of the New Jetta and New Tiguan, with a combined capacity exceeding 1,000 units daily. This is Volkswagen Puebla’s third launch in 2024. (Mexico Now on Decembe...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/19

of USD 59,995 for Pro S models. All ID. Buzz models feature a 91 kWh battery with rear-wheel-drive models offering 282 hp and 4Motion all-wheel-drive models peaking at 335 hp. Offering both bench and captain’s seat options, the ID. Buzz can accommodate up to seven passengers. The 2025 Volkswagen Jetta and Jetta GLI has a new front bumper and redesigned dashboard with a sleek 8-inch floating infotainment display, while retaining its 158-hp 1.5-...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/22

scription will launch with month-to-month terms and will feature minimum commitment of only a single month for customers. Starting on October 30, customers can begin vehicle subscription memberships and choose between a variety of models including the Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport, Tiguan, Golf GTI, and Jetta. Customers can choose and reserve their vehicle online, and then pick up the requested vehicle from a participating dealership or have the vehic...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/01

VW to work overtime to recover Jetta production in Mexico On October 18, it was announced that VW employees in Mexico will work overtime to make up for lost production time in the Jetta segment, which has been affected by various factors, including material shortages. The announcement came from the Independent Union of Workers in the Automotive Industry, Volkswagen of Mexico (SITIAVW), which stated that overtime work will take place on Saturday, ...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/19

VW brings ChatGPT to its U.S. vehicles via voice assist from Cerence On September 3, Volkswagen of America announced the launch of its ChatGPT-integrated Plus Speech voice assistant in the U.S. Starting September 6, 2024, this feature will be installed first in 2025 Jetta and Jetta GLI models, along with MY24 ID.4 vehicles equipped with an 82-kWh battery, giving both existing and new customers access to an artificial intelligence database.  Powe...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/04

VW introduces revised 2025 Jetta, Jetta GLI for U.S. On September 3, Volkswagen announced the new, updated for 2025 Jetta and performance-tuned Jetta GLI for the U.S., with revised styling, interior refinements, and new technology.  Underpinned by Volkswagen’s MQB platform, the Jetta is complemented by a revised front fascia that features new upper and lower grille designs that emphasize the Jetta’s athleticism. New LED headlights, as well a...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/04

VW announces new transmission for 2025 Jetta in Mexico On August 8, VW announced some of the specifications of the 2025 Jetta in Mexico. The vehicle was expected to feature a 1.5-liter TSI engine for the standard versions and a 2.0-liter TSI for the GLI version. However, VW announced that the vehicle will be equipped with the 1.4-liter TSI engine with 150 hp and 184 lb-ft of torque, but changing the transmission, using now an 8-speed Tiptronic in...

News  Updated at: 2024/08/15

VW starts production of Jetta after halt in Mexico On July 10, it was announced that VW began production of the new Jetta at the Puebla, Mexico plant, after the three-week halt announced in June. The first units have already left the production line of segment 1 of the Puebla plant.  The marketing of this vehicle will focus first on the Mexican market and will later expand to the rest of North America. This is the most produced model at the Pueb...

News  Updated at: 2024/07/12

ion line, the production stoppage will be from July 1 to Wednesday, July 10, affecting both work shifts in the segment. In the case of the production of the Tiguan, the three work shifts will stop activities from July 1 to 3. With these scheduled production stoppages, both segments are added to the Jetta segment, which began on June 17 and will resume operations on July 8. (Multiple sources on June 26, 2024)...

News  Updated at: 2024/06/28