between the cockpit and infotainment display. The dashboard includes a digital cockpit with a 30 cm display and a 13-inch infotainment screen. A built-in 5G module allows software updates and digital data transfer. The company also provides taxi and private hire versions of the Caddy, Multivan, ID. Buzz, and Crafter models. The new 8-seater models, with an optional 9-seat configuration, start at EUR 46,600 for Transporter taxi package and EUR 47,...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/27

Enercity, Germany, and VW launch bidirectional charging pilot project with ID. Buzz fleet On March 23, Enercity and VW Commercial Vehicles have started a pilot project to test bidirectional charging (BiDi), using 75 ID. Buzz vehicles. The goal is to see how EVs can connect with the energy system in real-world conditions. The project aims to prove that V2G technology is practical, cost-effective, and beneficial for businesses. The agreement was si...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/23

conference, CEO Stefan Mecha showed the first design sketches of the updated Volkswagen Caddy and Volkswagen Multivan, which will have a refreshed exterior design and improved interiors. New features such as Vehicle-2-Load (V2L), Good Night Package, and camp mode will be added to the Volkswagen ID. Buzz, along with a long version of the ID. Buzz Cargo. Volkswagen Transporter and Volkswagen Caravelle will get plug-in hybrid versions. Whereas, Volk...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/13

MOIA starts pre-series production of autonomous ID. Buzz AD in Hanover, Germany On March 4, MOIA, a subsidiary of Volkswagen Group, in a social media post, announced that the pre-series production of the autonomous ID. Buzz AD officially started at the Volkswagen Nutzfahrzeuge plant in Hannover, Germany. At the Hanover plant, the self-driving vehicles pass through the same production stages as all non-autonomous ID. Buzz models before the roof mo...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/05

Innoviz, Israel, to accelerate Level 3 and Level 4 automotive activity On February 25, Innoviz Technologies Ltd. announced that in 2026, it will advance its Level 3 programs with the VW group and Mobileye, and on Level 4 programs with Daimler Truck, Mobileye, VW and others. Several customer Level 4 programs are slated for SOP later in 2026, including the VW ID Buzz, followed by L3 programs in 2027. Amidst strong interest in Level 4 programs, mult...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/26

ross segments and powertrains, reinforcing its role as a snapshot of the European market as well as a ‘neutral’ meeting ground between traditional carmakers and new Chinese entrants at the very heart of the EU. Stellantis alone displayed 62 models spanning 11 brands. This year though, the usual buzz around new vehicles was amplified by a marked increase in live entertainment and interactive play: Cupra ran a contest in a mini padel court, Šk...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/29

VWCV to expand 2026 lineup with new ID. Buzz Cargo and enhanced Transporter range On January 15, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles (VWCV) announced it plans to expand its lineup in 2026. This includes launching the ID. Buzz Cargo with a long wheelbase. The Multivan and California models will also receive a fully modernized cockpit, refreshed design, and updated drivetrains. In 2026, the new Transporter range will include 13 body styles, 11 powertrai...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/15

Volkswagen cancels production of MY 2026 ID.Buzzes for U.S. market, but plans to return in 2027 Between December 19 and 23, multiple sources reported that Volkswagen told its dealers it has decided to pause production of U.S. market versions of its electric ID.Buzz for MY 2026 at the plant it is produced in Hannover, Germany. The U.S. market has been receiving the longer of the two versions that VW builds. "Following a careful assessment of curre...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/24

Mobileye Drive system powers MOIA’s ID. Buzz AD for Ruter and Holo Ruter, the public transport agency of Oslo, and Holo, an autonomous vehicle (AV) operator, have collaborated with MOIA, a subsidiary of Volkswagen Group, to deploy the ID. Buzz AD equipped with the Mobileye Drive self-driving system. Operations are planned to start in spring 2026. This step follows two years of testing by Ruter and Holo of autonomous development vehicles with Mo...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/12

MOIA partners Ruter and Holo to launch autonomous ride-pooling pilot in Oslo, Norway On December 10, MOIA, a subsidiary of Volkswagen Group, announced its partnership with Ruter, Norway, and Holo, Denmark, to expand shared, on-demand self-driving transport in Oslo, Norway. From spring 2026, MOIA will provide a full solution, including self-driving ID. Buzz electric vehicles, operating software, a user app, and support services.  The partnership ...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/10

ization fleet operations. Honda: Featuring the production CR-V e:FCEV, the first production plug-in hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle in the United States. GM Envolve: Demonstrating a technology platform for fleet operators incorporating EV, telematics, and service support. VW: Presenting the ID. Buzz to highlight its use case for commercial urban fleet operations. Fastport: The Fastport eQuad quadricycle prototype is built for last mile delive...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/18

VW announces access to Tesla Superchargers with NACS DC adapter in U.S. On November 12, Volkswagen of America announced that its ID.4 and ID. Buzz owners will be able to access the Tesla Supercharger network of 25,000 NACS Partner DC fast chargers, beginning November 18.  Customers must purchase a Volkswagen-approved NACS adapter to enable compatible VW EVs to charge using the North American Charging System (NACS) fast charger plug. NACS DC adap...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/13

MOIA and BVG, Germany, launch pilot for level 4 autonomous public transport with ID. Buzz AD van in Berlin On October 17, MOIA and BVG, Germany, launched a new phase of public transport in northwest Berlin with the first ID. Buzz AD vehicles are now operating on public roads. The fully electric vans use advanced Level 4 autonomous driving technology, developed with software and services from Volkswagen’s subsidiary MOIA. The goal is to combine ...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/22

IAV, Germany, and partners develop autonomous shuttle for local transport On October 8, Stadtwerke München (SWM) entered a partnership with Ingenieurgesellschaft Auto und Verkehr (IAV) to test autonomous shuttles in on-demand operation. Three ID.BUZZ vehicles will be on the test track in Munich from 2026. IAV will equip them with an advanced system that enables level 4 autonomous driving. The MINGA (Munich's automated local transport with ride p...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/10

tric 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 and plans several short production stops. Whereas, in the Hanover plant, the ID.Buzz and T7 Multivan are produced, will close for five days during the fall break. Based on multiple sources ...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/26

ice 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 Atlas Cross Sport crossovers. VW has not yet released pricing for the Tiguan, ID.4 or ID.Buzz. Pricing on the 2026 Jetta base S trim is up 4.3% to USD 25,270, from the 2025 model year, and the base FWD Taos is up 3.9% to USD 27,975. Both ...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/24

st 1 point for driver chest protection and had marginal protection for the rear passenger’s head. Chinese models including the AION V SUV, EXLANTIX ES family saloon, IM IM6 crossover, and BYD DOLPHIN SURF family hatchback achieved five-star ratings. The Lynk & Co 08 electric SUV and Volkswagen ID.Buzz also received five-star ratings, despite some minor safety concerns. Based on EURO NCAP press release...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/10

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

. SUV, the new T-Roc, and the ID.3 GTX FIRE+ICE03. CUPRA will preview the camouflaged CUPRA Raval and CUPRA Tindaya show car. Škoda will present the Epiq city SUV crossover show car and the world premiere of the Vision O concept. MOIA will showcase its autonomous ride-hailing solution with the ID. Buzz AD and offer selected guests test drives in Munich. Based on VW Group press release...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/02

Mobileye Drive system powers VW ID.Buzz for autonomous operations Mobileye Vision Technologies Ltd. (Mobileye) announced that VW ID.Buzz is equipped with the next generation of Mobileye Drive ECU, powered by four EyeQ 6H chips. With the integration of the Mobileye Imaging Radar, optimized algorithms, and a transparent Compound AI approach, the platform is designed for mobility services and automotive-scale production. It delivers improved accurac...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/02