in Europe with a market share of around 27%. Global BEV share after three quarters rises significantly from 8% to 11% compared to the previous year, climbing from 12% to 20% in Western Europe. The rise in orders is mainly driven by new models across all powertrains, including the VW ID.7 Tourer, VW Transporter/ Multivan, CUPRA Terramar, Skoda Elroq, Audi Q6 e-tron, and Porsche 911. BEV orders surged 64% and made up around 22% of total orders in W...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/13

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles unveils new e-Transporter in New Mobility Congress 2025, Poland On October 2, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles unveiled the new electric Transporter at the New Mobility Congress 2025, Poland. The model combines the practicality and space of the classic Transporter with an electric powertrain to meet modern business needs. The e-Transporter offers a driving range of up to 356 km, a top speed of 150 km/h, and comes with...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/07

e 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, Polo Vivo 15 Edition, the new Transporter, and the powerful 222 kW Amarok. Visitors can also explore Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles in the 4x4 Village. The V6 Amarok will take on a...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/25

liveries, with most units scheduled for the second half. Total assets grew 11.4% to IDR 1,791 billion by June 30, supported by new fixed assets from the Magelang factory and higher down payments from major orders. Spare parts revenue increased 4%, driven by commercial vehicle demand.  VKTR secured transporter unit orders for West Java operators and began CKD assembly of 80 electric buses for Transjakarta, adding to 72 already in service. VKTR em...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/04

Volkswagen presents all-new Transporter Cargo Van in Mexico On July 17, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles presented the completely new Transporter, in its Cargo Van version in Mexico. The seventh generation Transporter offers more space, greater towing capacity, greater efficiency and even more perfection. Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles retains the distinctive design of the Transporter, but adds a renewed front appearance with standard LED headlight...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/29

VW launches updated Transporter Cargo Van in Mexico On July 17, 2025, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles announced the new Transporter Cargo Van in Mexico, introducing major upgrades over its predecessor. The seventh-generation model features a redesigned front with standard LED headlights and daytime running lights, as well as increased cargo space and flexibility. It now measures 5,350 mm in length and 1,910 mm in width (excluding mirrors), offerin...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/19

VW Commercial Vehicles expands Transporter line-up with new Shuttle and Kombi models in UK On June 19, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles announced that it has expanded its Transporter lineup in the UK by adding Shuttle and Kombi variants. Now it is the seventh generation, the Transporter features a fresh design, upgraded interior with a digital screen and physical buttons, and strong payload and towing capacity. The Transporter Shuttle seats eight p...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/19

del 3, Toyota C-HR PHEV, and Voyah Courage. The Kia EV3 also got 5 stars when fitted with an optional safety pack. Four-star ratings went to the electric Renault 4, Ford Tourneo Custom (including EV version), Kia EV3 (without the safety pack), Opel/ Vauxhall Grandland, Peugeot 3008 and 5008, and VW Transporter. The budget Dacia Bigster received 3 stars, reflecting its low-cost focus. Euro NCAP evaluates car safety based on crash tests from differ...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/21

VW starts delivery of new Transporter and Caravelle with diesel, hybrid, and electric options in Europe On February 17, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles started delivery of the new Transporter and Caravelle across Europe, offering 13 body variants with diesel (TDI), plug-in hybrid (eHybrid), and electric (e-Transporter & e-Caravelle) options. The 2.0L TDI engines generate output varies from 110 hp, 150 hp, and 170 hp, paired with manual or automati...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/17

VW South Africa unveils new Crafter and next-gen Transporter vans for Africa region On February 10, Volkswagen South Africa showcased the new Crafter which will be launched in early 2025, offering front, rear, and 4MOTION all-wheel drive with 6-speed manual or 8-speed automatic transmissions. It features 2.0 TDI engines which generate output range from 103 kW, 120 kW, and 130 kW variants. It has 8-speed automatic on the 50 variants, while the 35 ...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/17

U Power, China and Ezzy Transporter form new JV to bring UOTTA Battery-Swapping solutions to Thailand Announced on January 29, 2025, U Power Limited, China, has signed a cooperation agreement with Ezzy Transporter Thailand Co., Ltd. to establish Greendrive Tech Co. Ltd. (Greendrive). This joint venture company is dedicated to the market expansion and sale of EVs in Thailand.  The agreement will see Greendrive work to integrate U Power's innovati...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/03

IAA Transportation 2024: VW unveils all-new Transporter and Caravelle vans On September 15, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles unveiled the completely redesigned 7th generation Transporter and introduced the new Caravelle, a nine-seater bus, at IAA Transportation 2024 in Hannover, Germany. The new Transporter features enhanced space, increased payload, higher maximum trailer weight, and improved economic efficiency. Both the Transporter and Caravell...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/16

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles unveils new generation Transporter and Caravelle On August 1, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles released the first photos of its completely redesigned Transporter. The seventh generation includes three Transporter variants (Kombi, panel van, dropside) and the Caravelle, which seats nine for commercial passenger transport. Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles will offer the Caravelle as an entry-level version with a medium Li...

News  Updated at: 2024/08/02

VW publishes first image of seventh-gen Transporter model On May 31, VW published the first image of the seventh generation of its Transporter model, showing some details of the new design. The new Volkswagen Transporter, measuring 5.05 to 5.45 meters long, features elements from previous models such as the T5 grille, T6.1 headlights, and iconic cleanliness of the T1, while fitting seamlessly into the current Bulli family with a clear contour ext...

News  Updated at: 2024/06/01

VW unveils more details about all-new Transporter van On April 3, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles announced the details of the interior and load compartment of the new Transporter generation. The vehicle measures 5,050 mm in length, an increase of 146 mm from the previous model. The wheelbase has been extended by 97 mm to 3,100 mm. The exterior width has grown by 128 mm to 2,032 mm, while the maximum width between wheel housings has increased by 1...

News  Updated at: 2024/04/04

ectric versions offer impressive driving ranges, with the Movano Electric capable of covering up to 420 km on a single charge. They maintain full operational capability compared to their combustion engine counterparts. Additionally, the new Movano introduces the innovative Movano Hydrogen fuel cell transporter alongside the existing Vivaro Hydrogen model. The interiors of the new models have been upgraded, and they feature advanced driver assista...

News  Updated at: 2024/03/28

SGL Carbon, Germany supplies battery cases made of glass fiber-reinforced plastic to E-Works Mobility On January 18, SGL Carbon announced that E-Works Mobility relies on fiber composites from SGL Carbon for the HEERO e-transporter. The e-car manufacturer is replacing its currently used aluminum battery boxes with boxes made of glass fiber-reinforced plastic from SGL Carbon. The newly developed battery housings not only offer considerable weight s...

News  Updated at: 2024/01/24

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 starts pre-sales of the all-new Transporter in Germany On December 13, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles announced that it started pre-sales of the Transporter and Caravelle from 14 December. The vehicle will be available in 2025. The vans are available in various models, including panel van, panel van Plus, Kombi, and Caravelle at a later date. The dimensions have increased, with a length of 5,050 mm, wheelbase extended to 3,100 mm, and an exter...

News  Updated at: 2023/12/14

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