ewer hours later.Volkswagen plans to cut 35,000 jobs in Germany over five years but wants to avoid forced layoffs. So far, 20,000 employees have left voluntarily with early contract termination. The union leader reassured workers that the plant’s future is secure, with plans to build the electric Golf and a new version of the T-Roc SUV by the end of the decade. Also, highlighted the declining demand for gasoline and diesel Golf models as the sh...

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iving at dealerships. The Puebla-built models are compliant with the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), and so are taxed only on the value of their non-U.S. content. Under full 25% tariffs, the ID. Buzz is imported from Germany, but is temporarily under a stop-sale order, along with the Golf GTI and Golf R hatchbacks. VW builds the electric ID.4 along with the Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport crossovers at its Chattanooga plant, which is w...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/31

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

chnologies to manufacture synchronous reluctance motors and controllers. As part of the collaboration, these components will be exclusively manufactured by Greaves at its Shendra facility in Aurangabad, targeting both automotive and non-automotive applications, including L5 electric three-wheelers, golf carts, and four-wheelers. Chara’s motor systems are distinguished by their rare-earth-free magnet design, which eliminates electromagnetic loss...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/11

and T-Cross. 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, ...

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would be held at the port indefinitely. All imported models 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 Apri...

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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

potentially reducing night shifts in some plants. Overall, technical capacity in Germany will be reduced by around 730,000 units by 2029. Initial effects are expected from the discontinuation of production in Dresden in 2026 and Osnabruck in mid-twenty twenty seven, as well as the relocation of The Golf to Puebla. With the reduction from four to two lines in Wolfsburg and one line in Zwicker, major steps will follow until 2028. EV Sales in Europe...

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e), Ford sales plummeted 24.2% 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), ba...

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 expands 2025 lineup with new T-Cross SUV, Golf, and Tayron models in South Africa On February 5, Volkswagen Group Africa announced that it will introduce new models in South Africa this year, including new T-Cross variants, Golf and the Tayron SUV. The company has added two new base models to the 2025 T-Cross SUV lineup i.e., the 1.0 TSI 70kW manual and the 1.0 TSI 85kW DSG. The 1.0 TSI 70kW model reaches 0-100 km/h in 11.5 seconds, with a top...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/06

BMW dropped 14.2% to 9,265 units (6.6% market share), Peugeot sales jumped 34.2% to 8,096 units (5.8% share) and Nissan sales plummeted 17.5% to 7,129 units (5.1% share). The best-selling cars in January were Kia Sportage (3,476 units), Nissan Qashqai (3,421 units), Vauxhall Corsa (3,379 units), VW Golf (2,614 units) and Peugeot 3008 (2,567 units).Compared to last January, gasoline-engine car sales decreased 15.3% to 70,075 units (50.3% share), E...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/06

en’s small EV lineup, developed under the Brand Group Core and based on an evolved version of the MEB platform. The first vehicle in this lineup, the ID. 2all, will launch in 2026 with a base price under EUR 25,000. Volkswagen reaffirmed Wolfsburg’s central role in its electric transition. With Golf production moving to Mexico, the plant will adopt new technologies, preparing to manufacture the next-generation electric Golf and the high-volum...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/06

projects and conduct site sanitation. All the employees were notified that access to facilities 3, 8, 9, 20, 21, and 22 is prohibited, with strict instructions to respect equipment and installations. The closures align with plans to introduce new projects, including the production of the Volkswagen Golf and Golf Estate, slated to begin in 2027. This initiative is part of an operational adjustment at Volkswagen’s Wolfsburg headquarters to optimi...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/25

Neuron Energy, India unveils lithium-ion batteries manufacturing facility in Chakan On January 15, Neuron Energy unveiled its 5-acre manufacturing facility in Chakan, Pune. The new facility will produce high-performance lithium-ion batteries and will support a range of applications, including two-wheelers, three-wheelers (L3 and L5 categories), golf carts, drones, battery energy storage systems (BESS), and telecom solutions. With an annual output...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/15

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

arket and intensifying competition. This includes a newly formulated job security plan through to 2030. The plant utilisation agreed upon provides for the following realignments for the plants of the Volkswagen Passenger Cars brand: In Wolfsburg, ID.3 and CUPRA Born production will be added, while Golf and Golf Estate manufacturing will move to Puebla, Mexico from 2027. The plant will reduce the production lines from four to two. The electric Go...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/21

VW analyses relocating Golf production to Puebla plant in Mexico On December 13, it was reported that Volkswagen is considering relocating production of its iconic Golf model to Mexico, according to the German newspaper Handelsblatt. This move is part of the OEM’s cost-optimization strategy amid economic challenges and internal discussions about production plans. Currently, the Golf is exclusively manufactured in Wolfsburg, Germany, but sources...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/16

FAW-VW launches new Golf family On November 30, FAW-VW launched the new Golf family composed of four variants. Prices range from CNY 129,900 to CNY 209,900. With three differentiated body styles and eight body color schemes, the new Golf family features a streamlined body design that balances individuality and dynamism with the IQ. Light intelligent matrix headlights. The model measures 4,282mm or 4,289mm long, 1,788mm wide, and 1,479mm or 1,468m...

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VW starts all-new Tayron SUV production at Wolfsburg plant On November 28, VW Group announced the beginning of production of the all-new Tayron D-segment SUV at the Wolfsburg plant. The Tayron, which offers an optional seven-seat configuration, joins the Golf, Tiguan, and Touran models in production at the site. Plant Manager Uwe Schwartz praised the collaborative effort across departments that ensured the smooth integration of Tayron production ...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/29