VW to halt production at Puebla plant in Mexico On November 28, it was reported that Volkswagen de México will suspend production of the Jetta, Taos, and Tiguan at its Puebla plant throughout December. The production line will suspend operations on a staggered schedule. The Taos line suspension will begin on December 4, when only the first shift will work. By December 5, production of the Taos will completely stop. The Jetta and Tiguan lines wil...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/04

FAW-VW, VW Group forge partnership for imported finished vehicles, parts On November 5, FAW-Volkswagen Automotive Co., Ltd. (FAW-VW) signed a memorandum of cooperation on imported finished vehicles and parts with VW Group. In 2026, FAW-VW will import some parts and finished Audi vehicles from VW Group. From 2026, FAW-VW will introduce 11 new VW- and Jetta-branded vehicle models developed for the Chinese market, including 10 New Energy Vehicle (NE...

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VW to implement technical stoppage at Puebla plant in Mexico On October 23, it was reported that Volkswagen de México will implement a one-day technical stoppage at its Puebla plant on Monday, October 27, affecting production lines for the Jetta and Tiguan models. According to the Independent Union of Volkswagen Automotive Industry Workers of Mexico (SITIAVW), the suspension will include all three shifts. Employees affected by the stoppage will ...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/25

VW to halt production in Mexico to adjust to market demand On October 15, VW reported the implementation of a technical stoppage at its Puebla plant on Friday, October 17, affecting production of the Jetta and Tiguan models. According to the Independent Union of Volkswagen Automotive Industry Workers of Mexico, SITIAVW, the suspension will apply only to the second and third shifts, while the first shift will continue operating normally, resulting...

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ined fuel economy of 15.3 km/l. In the i Grand Touring MHEV trim includes Bose 12-speaker audio, leather seats, and i-Activsense safety systems such as adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alert. Priced below MXN 500,000, it competes with models like the Volkswagen Jetta, Kia K4, and Toyota Corolla Hybrid, standing out for its balance between performance, efficiency, and refined design. (Cluster Industrial on Oct...

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VW raises U.S. prices on 2026 models up to 6.5% On September 19, multiple sources reported that Volkswagen of America 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 Atla...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/24

FAW-VW’s Jetta brand signs business development cooperation agreement in Chengdu On August 28, FAW Group announced that together with Volkswagen Group China and the administration committee of Chengdu Economic and Technological Development Zone, it signed a “Cooperation Agreement on Jetta Business Development” to prepare for the establishment of a new Jetta company. The Jetta brand plans to launch five new models by 2028, including four NEV...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/01

VW to implement two technical stoppages in Mexico due to lower U.S. demand On July 17, it was reported that Volkswagen de México will implement two technical stoppages at its Puebla plant over the next two weeks due to production adjustments and lower demand, particularly from the U.S. The stoppages will affect the Jetta and Tiguan production lines from July 21 to 25 and from July 28 to August 1. The first week is part of VW’s annual summer br...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/17

Jetta unveils VS8 SUV On July 10, Jetta, an FAW-VW sub-brand, unveiled the VS8 midsize SUV. Designed with a body style with a strong sense of power, the VS8 features iconic frameless light clusters to present a highly recognizable front fascia. Inside is a driver-oriented cockpit, where horizontally extending lines broaden the visual spatial sense. The wheelbase stands at 2,731mm. Coupled with flexible seating and storage layouts, the model easil...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/11

U.S. tariffs. “In an effort to keep vehicles affordable for our customers, the brand will cover today’s increased costs,” VWoA said in a statement, saying it will “make pricing decisions that ensure our vehicles remain affordable” after June.   VW imports three vehicles from Mexico: the Jetta compact sedan, Taos subcompact crossover and Tiguan compact crossover. The Tiguan was redesigned for the 2025 model year and is currently arrivi...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/31

engine plant in Silao, Mexico. Antlitz did not identify the specific engine but confirmed it would be naturally aspirated and not turbocharged. A likely choice is a naturally aspirated engine of the EA211 family with a 1.6-liter displacement. The Silao plant makes the combustion engines for the VW Jetta, Taos, and Tiguan assembled in Mexico. The plant also supplies engines for the VW Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport assembled in Chattanooga.  The Sc...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/10

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, and flexibilit...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/05

ls 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 April, according to the memo. In the first cycle, to start Apr...

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VW starts import operations at Porto de Vitória in Brazil On April 1, VW announced that it has begun operations at the Port de Vitória (ES), expanding its logistics strategy along Brazil’s coast. The first shipment included 32 Taos SUVs from Argentina, with another expected in May. Vitória will also receive key future models like the new Jetta GLI from Mexico, part of VW’s plan to launch 16 new vehicles by 2028. In 2024, VW imported 33,597...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/02

n March 27, depending on parts availability. Workers must use one vacation day for every two days of stoppage, while shift schedules will remain unchanged. The Taos, which has seen strong production figures, only began its new manufacturing cycle in October 2024, shortly after the launch of the new Jetta. A limited number of employees will remain on duty to prepare for production restart. The announcement follows recent cost-cutting measures, inc...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/27

5, a total of 11,120 units were assembled, 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 inte...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/19

FAW and VW expand cooperation, plan to introduce over 20 new models by 2030 On March 13, FAW Group and VW Group announced that they had signed a strategic cooperation agreement in Germany adhering to the "In China, for China" strategy. By 2030, FAW-VW brands will launch more than 20 new models. Starting from 2026, the FAW-VW brand and the Jetta brand will add 11 new models tailored to the Chinese market, including 6 pure electric models, 2 plug-i...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/17

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’s Execut...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/24

Canada’s top selling models in 2024 On January 15, DesRosiers Automotive Consultants reported that new light vehicle sales performance in 2024 was positive with the market up 8.2%. At the model level, however, the market saw significant shifts.  Top Five Passenger Cars1.    Honda Civic2.    Toyota Corolla3.    Hyundai Elantra4.    Tesla Model 35.    Volkswagen Jetta Among passenger cars, the Honda Civic reclaimed the top spot with a ...

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Jetta launches VA7 sedan On January 12, Jetta, an FAW-VW sub-brand, launched the VA7 sedan. The model is available in three variants, with prices ranging from CNY 99,800 to CNY 129,800. Inheriting German aesthetic elements, the VA7 features LED headlights and wrap-around waistlines to present a dynamic, magnificent yet trendy, modern appearance. The model is equipped with an ultra-large sunroof, a venting sunshade, and a 553L rear trunk. It measu...

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