rmed well in driver assistance. All the models received 5-star rating. BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé also did well overall but received 4-star rating due to a lower 78% adult protection score. In the hatchback and crossover groups, CUPRA Formentor, CUPRA Leon, SEAT Leon, Toyota Yaris Cross (4-star), and Volkswagen ID.3 models were reviewed. CUPRA Formentor led with 91% adult protection, and 86% for child protection, while the VW ID.3 stood out with 86...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/19

VW Group reports sales growth of 1.0% amid BEV sales jump by 33.1% in Q3 2025 On October 10, VW Group announced its sales results for Q3 2025 and YTD 2025 (January - September 2025). Sales volume in Q3 2025 was up by 1.0% YoY to 2,198,800 units compared to 2,176,300 in Q3 2024. In YTD 2025, the sales increased by 1.2% to 6,604,100 units compared to 6,524,400 units in YTD 2024. For the battery electric vehicle (BEV) segment, the sales in Q3 2025 i...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/13

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 unveils eHybrid 4MOTION AWD PHEV system for Multivan and California On June 30, VW Commercial Vehicles announced that it has developed a new plug-in hybrid all-wheel drive system for the Multivan and California, called eHybrid 4MOTION. It uses one electric motor on each axle, offering electric driving, strong traction, and long-distance capability. There are four drive modes i.e., Eco, Comfort, Sport, and Individual. In Eco and Comfort, the re...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/30

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles adds eight-seater variant in Multivan lineup On May 26, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles announced that it is adding an eight-seater option to its Multivan lineup, joining the existing five-, six-, and seven-seat versions. With three individual seats in both the second and third rows, the new model offers greater flexibility and comfort for larger groups. All rear seats can be individually moved or removed to keep the...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/27

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

Volkswagen unveils PHEV AWD versions for Multivan and California On November 5, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles unveiled new plug-in hybrid version of the Multivan and California, featuring all-wheel drive and a highly efficient drive system. The hybrid system combines electric and gasoline power. The Multivan and California plug-in hybrids feature a new second-generation eHybrid drive system, using a high-tech 1.5 TSI evo2 turbo gasoline engine w...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/05

Kumho Tire to supply new car tires for Volkswagen Multivan T7 On August 19, Kumho Tire Co., Ltd. (Kumho Tire) announced that it would supply ECSTA HS52 as original equipment (OE) tires for Volkswagen's 'Multivan T7', the 7th generation. The supplied sizes are 2 standards (235/55R17, 235/50R18). The tire is suitable for both sedans and sports vehicles. By applying a solid block design to the tread pattern design, the tire maintains a constant fric...

News  Updated at: 2024/08/20

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles resumes production at Hannover plant with major upgrades On July 26, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles (VWN) announced that it would resume production at its Hannover plant on July 29, 2024, after a three-week summer break. VWN carried out massive reconstruction measures within the plant in the three-week holiday corridor, which included over 20 major projects and 800 individual measures, carried out by 5,000 VWN emplo...

News  Updated at: 2024/07/29

Addison Lee, UK increases sustainable fleet with 600 Volkswagen multivan hybrids in London On February 12, Volkswagen UK announced that Addison Lee, private hire and taxi firm has added 600 new Volkswagen Multivan hybrid vehicles to its fleet. These hybrids replace diesel people carriers, joining the existing 1,000-strong fleet of all-electric Volkswagen ID.4 vehicles and 400 Audi A6 low-emission vehicles. Addison Lee's choice of the Multivan is ...

News  Updated at: 2024/02/12

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles updates about line-up for 2024 On January 11, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles announced that it would present each vehicle as either a completely new model or with a product upgrade in 2024. Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles will celebrate the world premiere of the new Transporter. This completes the trio comprising ID. Buzz, Multivan, and new Transporter. The new California will also make its global debut in 2024 and l...

News  Updated at: 2024/01/11

VW Commercial Vehicles unveils redesigned Transporter and Caravelle van range On December 11, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles introduced a completely redesigned range of Transporter and Caravelle variants. The new lineup comprises three models: Transporter, Multivan, and ID.Buzz. The lineup includes panel vans, Kombi, dropside vehicles with double cabs, and the Caravelle, offering various combinations with turbodiesel engines (TDI), plug-in hybrid...

News  Updated at: 2023/12/12

VW’s next-gen Transporter to be based on Ford E-Transit Custom Volkswagen’s next-generation Transporter will arrive in 2024 with an all-new architecture developed with Ford and for the first time offer an electric version, according to media sources.. The Transporter, which comprises two-thirds of Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles' (VWCV) total sales, will be twinned with the Ford Transit Custom and be built at the Ford Otosan factory in Turkey ...

News  Updated at: 2023/10/13

VW Commercial Vehicles to cut production in Hanover due to lack of parts On September 3, multiple sources reported that VW Commercial Vehicles would reduce production in Hanover due to a lack of engine parts from Slovenia. It will not be able to produce combustion engines in Hanover for a few weeks from mid-September. However, the production of ID.Buzz is not impacted. But, the production of the classic Transporter T6.1 will be stopped. The T7 Mu...

News  Updated at: 2023/09/05

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles is modernizing Hanover plant for enhanced production On August 9, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles announced that it will carry out extensive modernization projects at the Hanover plant during the three weeks summer break. These aimed to maintain successful production of T6.1 until next summer while meeting production goals for ID. Buzz and Multivan.Over 550 measures were undertaken across the press shop, body shop, p...

News  Updated at: 2023/08/11

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles reveals model launch plan and autonomous driving strategy On March 23, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles (VWCV) announced a 10-point plan for 2023.In summer 2023, the ID. Buzz with a long wheelbase will be presented. The Bulli will return to the North American market in this version. After the Multivan, the Caddy will be the next to be offered as a PHEV. For this year, VWCV will also present next-generation California ...

News  Updated at: 2023/03/23

Magna uses Borealis’ compounds for tailgate production of Volkswagen Multivan Borealis announced that its lighter-weight polypropylene (PP) compound Fibremod is used to the all-thermoplastic tailgate for the new Volkswagen Multivan. In the all-thermoplastic tailgate, Magna used Borealis’s Fibremod GB416LF. The tailgate consists of several components; the outer frame and the inner part are made of Borealis Fibremod GB416LF. The proprietary Fib...

News  Updated at: 2022/10/18

IAA 2022: VWCV to present more than 30 models On September 16, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles (VWCV) announced that it will be showcasing more than 30 models at IAA Transportation with superstructure manufacturers. In parallel with the globally electrifying ID. Buzz and completely new pick-up Amarok, there are interesting special vehicles from superstructure manufacturers with which clever solutions are being shown in practically all categories ...

News  Updated at: 2022/09/19

Continental provides OE fitment tire for Volkswagen’s new Multivan Continental AG (Continental) announced that it is providing AllSeasonContact tires in sizes 16 and 17 inches for Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles' new Multivan. Thanks to a special tire compound containing a high proportion of silica and special performance resins, the AllSeasonContact offers excellent traction and braking performance. The AllSeasonContact also offers outstanding ...

News  Updated at: 2022/09/15

VWCV to present ID. Buzz Cargo and Amarok at IAA Transportation On September 13, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles (VWCV) announced that it will present the new electric Bulli: the ID. Buzz Cargo and ID. Buzz Pro, along with the new Amarok, and Caddy Maxi Dark Label at IAA Transportation 2022.At IAA Transportation 2022, the new ID. Buzz is celebrating its public premiere as the Cargo. As well as the van, and the five-seat ID. Buzz Pro will also be ...

News  Updated at: 2022/09/13