merica is raising starting prices on most 2026 models as it continues to deal with President Trump’s tariffs. The latest price 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 202...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/24

l efficiency. Moreover, it features superior high-speed water drainage and stronger wet traction compared to its predecessor. The N’blue S has already been adopted as OE tires for several vehicle models in the European markets, including the Audi A3, the Seat Leon, the Skoda Scala, the Volkswagen Golf, the Hyundai Casper Electric, and the Kia Niro. (Based on several releases dated September 8, 2025)...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/10

VW South Africa unveils Amarok PanAmericana 2.3 TSI and upgraded Golf GTI On August 28, Volkswagen South Africa unveiled the new Amarok range with 2.3-litre turbo gasoline engine and updated Golf GTI model. Amarok PanAmericana features 2.3-litre turbo gasoline engine, which generates output of 222 kW and 452 Nm of torque, paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission. It powers the PanAmericana version, reaching 0–100 km/h in 7.6 seconds and a ...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/29

VW Brazil announces Golf GTI relaunch into Brazilian market On August 25, Volkswagen Brazil announced the official arrival of the new Golf GTI to the market. Making its return as one of the brand’s most iconic sports models, the Golf GTI made its debut at São Joaquim da Barra airport in São Paulo. The launch highlighted the vehicle’s 2.0-liter turbo EA888 engine with 245 hp, allowing it to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.1 seconds, reaff...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/27

Pilotcar to produce light electric vehicles in Turkiye On August 22, multiple sources reported that Pilotcar Automotive Industry and Trade Inc. will build a plant in Işıktepe Organized Industrial Zone in the Nilufer district to produce a wide range of vehicles, from electric cars to golf carts. It will produce 4,500 golf carts, 2,500 electric cars, and 2,000 electric pickup trucks annually. The factory will operate in three shifts and employ 15...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/26

VW South Africa to unveil Golf 8 GTI, Tayron, and Amarok at Festival of Motoring 2025 On August 22, Volkswagen South Africa announced that it will showcase its latest models at the Festival of Motoring from August 29–31, 2025, at the Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit, South Africa. The highlight will be the new Golf 8 GTI, combining sporty performance with advanced technology. Other models on display include the all-new Tayron, Polo GTI Black Style, P...

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crete preview of an affordable EV in the T-Cross class. The car will be launched by next year. VW will present the all-new T-Roc for the first time. It will also display the ID.3 GTX FIRE+ICE, designed in collaboration with the performance sportswear brand BOGNER FIRE+ICE, and the anniversary model Golf GTI EDITION 50. Based on VW press release...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/22

the concern it has caused among employees and local economic sectors, Volkswagen has not formally confirmed the measure. The situation arises amid challenging conditions for the automotive sector, including U.S. tariffs, low sales in Mexico, repeated production stoppages, and the one-year delay of Golf production, which is now scheduled for 2027. (Multiple sources on August 21, 2025)...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/22

nto newly-released models based on the Volkswagen Group Scalable Systems Platform (SSP) architecture. The SSP is an 800-volt architecture, unlike the Rivian R2, which uses a 400-volt architecture. Reports suggest an electric Audi A3 or A4 model could be the first to debut SSP, with the all-electric Golf 9 due in 2028 to follow. (multiple sources on June 2, 2025)...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/11

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...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/04

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, ...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/05

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...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/05

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...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/18

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