VW plans extra weekend shifts at Wolfsburg plant, Germany in May-July On April 17, multiple sources reported that VW is increasing production at its main Wolfsburg plant with extra shifts planned for 16 days on weekends from May 10 to July 6 due to strong demand for its vehicles. All production lines at the plant will be involved. The factory mainly builds the Golf and Tiguan, along with the Touran and Tayron. A total of 16 extra shifts are sched...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/18

VW adds 2026 Tiguan SEL R-Line Turbo as top trim level in U.S. On April 16, Volkswagen of America unveiled the all-new 2026 Tiguan SEL R-Line Turbo, which will join the new-for-2025 Tiguan product line up as the nameplate’s top trim beginning in model year 2026.  The Tiguan SEL R-Line Turbo features a more powerful version of the EA888 evo5 turbocharged four-cylinder 2.0-liter TSI engine that powers the rest of the Tiguan range. The engine mak...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/18

Volkswagen India launches Tiguan R-Line SUV On April 14, Volkswagen India launched the all-new Tiguan R-Line SUV, priced at INR 4.9 million. Built on the MQB EVO platform, it is powered by a 2.0-litre TSI EVO engine, delivering 204 PS of power and 320 Nm of torque. It is paired with a 7-speed DSG transmission and 4-motion all-wheel-drive system. It also features dynamic chassis control (DCC) pro and vehicle dynamics manager (XDS), which enable wh...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/14

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 April 7-8, vehicles...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/05

Hankook to supply OE tires for VW Tiguan Several South Korean media sources reported that Hankook Tire & Technology Co., Ltd. will supply the Ventus evo SUV, high-performance tires designed exclusively for SUVs, as original equipment (OE) tires for the third-generation VW Tiguan. The sizes of the tires range from 18 to 20 inches, which fall into five types. The Ventus evo SUV boasts excellent driving performance and quietness. It also features ti...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/04

Kumho Tire to supply OE tires for VW Tiguan and Cpura Terramar Kumho Tire Co., Ltd. (Kumho Tire) announced that its Ecsta PS71 SUV tires have been adopted as original equipment (OE) for the Volkswagen Tiguan and the Cpura Terramar. The size of the tires for the Tiguan is 215/65R17, and for the Terramar, it is 235/55R18. The tires feature a reinforced design tailored to the unique demands of SUVs. Additionally, their ground contact area has been m...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/27

VW confirms updated Tiguan to arrive to Brazil in late 2025 On March 19, it was announced that Volkswagen confirmed the new seven-seater Tiguan for Brazil. Recently launched in Mexico and based on the European Tayron, the SUV is now being produced at the Puebla plant to supply Mexico and the U.S. and is expected to arrive in Brazil in late 2025 or early 2026 exempt from import taxes thanks to the free trade agreement between Brazil and Mexico. In...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/26

Volkswagen India starts Tiguan R-Line pre-orders, Golf GTI registrations On March 25, Volkswagen India opened pre-bookings for the all-new Tiguan R-Line, which will launch in April 2025. The company has also begun accepting expressions of interest for the Golf GTI through its official website. The Tiguan R-Line features a 204 PS power output and 320 Nm of torque, with dimensions measuring 4,539 mm in length, 1,859 mm in width, and 1,656 mm in hei...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/25

Kumho Tire provides OE fitment tires for Volkswagen Tiguan and Cupra Terramar On March 24, Kumho Tire announced that it will supply tires for the Volkswagen Tiguan and Cupra Terramar. The ' ECSTA PS71 SUV' supplied to the Tiguan and Terramar is a premium sports tire specialized for high-speed driving. It is the representative model of Kumho Tire's sports lineup ECSTA brand. Kumho Tire supplies two sizes, 215/65 R17 and 235/55 R18, to the Tiguan a...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/24

VW preps all-new redesigned 2025 Tiguan for U.S. launch On March 19, Volkswagen of America announced the official pricing for its all-new, third-generation Tiguan. The 2025 Tiguan pricing starts with the S trim at USD 29,495 for front-wheel drive and USD 30,995 for 4Motion all-wheel drive, with destination for all models at USD 1,425. The third-generation Tiguan interior has premium features and materials, including a standard 12.9-inch display w...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/22

sembled, 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 international markets in February, bri...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/19

VW launches 2025 all-new Tiguan compact SUV in Mexico On March 14, VW Mexico launched the 2025 all-new Tiguan compact SUV in Mexico. The vehicle is equipped with a 1.4-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine producing 150 hp and 250 Nm of torque, paired with a 7-speed DSG transmission. It is produced at Puebla plant in Mexico on the MQB evo platform and will be available in a two-row configuration for the North American region. The SUV boasts a rede...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/19

COO of Volkswagen Group) presented the sales and financial results of the VW Group in 2024, as well as the outlook for 2025 and beyond. Overview of 2024 Volkswagen Group successfully introduced over 30 new models across all segments in 2024, including the Audi Q6 e-tron, Porsche Macan Electric, VW Tiguan, Cupra Terramar, Skoda Superb, etc. The Group delivered over 9 million vehicles worldwide, slightly below the previous year’s figure, primari...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/18

4.2% to 4,433 units (5.3% share), Peugeot sales surged 28.1% to 4,264 units (5.1% share) and Kia sales fell 3.2% to 4,257 units (5.1% share). The best-selling cars in February 2025 were MINI Cooper (2,074 units), Tesla Model 3 (1,990 units), Tesla Model Y (1,861 units), VW Golf (1,688 units) and VW Tiguan (1,635 units). Compared to last February, gasoline-engine car sales decreased 17.3% to 39,865 units (47.4% share), battery electric vehicles (B...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/06

Volkswagen India to launch Tiguan R-line and Golf GTI in Q2 2025 On March 3, Volkswagen India announced the introduction of the all-new Tiguan R-line SUV and the Golf GTI hatchback for the Indian market. Both models are planned for launch in Q2 2025. The Tiguan R-line and Golf GTI are part of Volkswagen’s global lineup. With these launches, the company aims to strengthen its presence in India, following the success of its Taigun and Virtus mode...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/04

VW South Africa expands Tiguan lineup with new 2.0 TDI and 2.0 TSI engines On February 24, Volkswagen South Africa announced that it has expanded the Tiguan lineup with two new engines i.e. the 2.0 TDI and the 2.0 TSI, both paired with a 7-speed DSG transmission. These engines are available in the Life and R-Line trims. The 2.0 TDI 4Motion engine generates output of 110 kW and 340 Nm of torque. It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 9.4 seconds, wi...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/25

nda lowered prices on models previously taxed, including the Civic Hybrid whose price dropped by USD 7,600, and models such as the CR-V and Accord Hybrid. Hyundai reduced prices on all Tucson versions by up to USD 8,900 and plans to reintroduce the Santa Fe. Volkswagen cut prices for the Vento GLi, Tiguan AllSpace, and top-tier Taos while raising prices on specific exempt models due to inflation. Grupo Car One lowered the Mitsubishi Outlander's p...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/13

VW announces new petrol turbo engines for Tiguan, Tayron and Passat models in Europe On February 11, Volkswagen detailed the advanced all-wheel-drive system and engine options for the latest Tiguan, Tayron, and Passat models. The new versions of three models come standard with 4MOTION AWD, which primarily powers the front wheels under normal conditions to save fuel but engages the rear axle when additional traction is needed. The system also incl...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/12

g capacity 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...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/24

VW sales down 1.4% in 2024 worldwide On January 9, VW announced the 2024 sales of its VW brand, delivering around 4.8 million units worldwide, 1.4% less than in 2023. VW brand leads the market in Germany, with a market share of 19.1%. The best sold models were the Golf, T-Roc, Tiguan, Passat and Polo. In the BEV segment, the brand accounted for 16.3% of new registrations, an increase of 2.8 percentage points in 2023. The brand also boasts a broad...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/10