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VW sends off the Beetle with 'The Last Mile' short film tribute

Filed under: Volkswagen , Automotive History , Videos Continue reading VW sends off the Beetle with 'The Last Mile' short film tribute VW sends off the Beetle with 'The Last Mile' short film tribute originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 31 Dec 2019 11:06:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink  |  Email this  |  Comments from Autoblog Volkswagen https://ift.tt/2sANgs2

Volkswagen will put one million EVs on the road sooner than expected

Filed under: Green , Green , Plants/Manufacturing , Volkswagen , Electric Continue reading Volkswagen will put one million EVs on the road sooner than expected Volkswagen will put one million EVs on the road sooner than expected originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 27 Dec 2019 11:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink  |  Email this  |  Comments from Autoblog Volkswagen https://ift.tt/35XBrup

Volkswagen ID.3 reportedly suffering software problems

Filed under: Green , Volkswagen , Technology , Hatchback , Electric , Future Continue reading Volkswagen ID.3 reportedly suffering software problems Volkswagen ID.3 reportedly suffering software problems originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 27 Dec 2019 09:40:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink  |  Email this  |  Comments from Autoblog Volkswagen https://ift.tt/2SvINS4

VW thinks autonomous charging robots will solve our EV infrastructure problems

Filed under: Technology , Green , Volkswagen , Technology , Electric , Future Continue reading VW thinks autonomous charging robots will solve our EV infrastructure problems VW thinks autonomous charging robots will solve our EV infrastructure problems originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 26 Dec 2019 10:40:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink  |  Email this  |  Comments from Autoblog Volkswagen https://ift.tt/37a5PSr

Did Volkswagen tease a new entry-level EV on a Christmas card?

Filed under: Volkswagen , Crossover , Hatchback , Electric , Future Continue reading Did Volkswagen tease a new entry-level EV on a Christmas card? Did Volkswagen tease a new entry-level EV on a Christmas card? originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 22 Dec 2019 14:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink  |  Email this  |  Comments from Autoblog Volkswagen https://ift.tt/2PN7Vlv

VW previews #vanlife-friendly Caddy that could become Ford Transit Connect

Filed under: Auto News , Ford , Volkswagen , Minivan/Van Continue reading VW previews #vanlife-friendly Caddy that could become Ford Transit Connect VW previews #vanlife-friendly Caddy that could become Ford Transit Connect originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 20 Dec 2019 09:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink  |  Email this  |  Comments from Autoblog Volkswagen https://ift.tt/2PGxKU2

VW expects record profits from SUVs and cost cutting

Filed under: Earnings/Financials , Green , Volkswagen , Crossover , SUV , Electric , Future Volkswagen's namesake core brand is on track to post a record operating profit this year thanks to cost savings and its increased sales of sports utility vehicles (SUV's), a senior manager of the unit said. VW's core brand in 2019 has gained market share and has increased its operating profit substantially, Chief Operating Officer Ralf Brandstaetter said on Wednesday in comments embargoed for Thursday. Continue reading VW expects record profits from SUVs and cost cutting VW expects record profits from SUVs and cost cutting originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 19 Dec 2019 10:42:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink  |  Email this  |  Comments from Autoblog Volkswagen https://ift.tt/34BJ889

VW brand on track to release 34 new models — all in 2020

Filed under: Auto News , Automakers , Volkswagen , Electric , Hybrid Continue reading VW brand on track to release 34 new models — all in 2020 VW brand on track to release 34 new models — all in 2020 originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 19 Dec 2019 09:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink  |  Email this  |  Comments from Autoblog Volkswagen https://ift.tt/2Z6jU0D

VW Passat wagon flunks Sweden's 'moose test'

Filed under: Volkswagen , Safety , Wagon , Videos Continue reading VW Passat wagon flunks Sweden's 'moose test' VW Passat wagon flunks Sweden's 'moose test' originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 17 Dec 2019 14:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink  |  Email this  |  Comments from Autoblog Volkswagen https://ift.tt/2Pukim8

Take a listen to the Volkswagen ID 3 and Koenigsegg Jesko

Filed under: Etc. , Volkswagen , Koenigsegg , Coupe , Hatchback , Electric , Luxury , Performance Two composers and a distant jackhammer vs a 1,600-hp, twin-turbo V8 Continue reading Take a listen to the Volkswagen ID 3 and Koenigsegg Jesko Take a listen to the Volkswagen ID 3 and Koenigsegg Jesko originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 15 Dec 2019 09:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink  |  Email this  |  Comments from Autoblog Volkswagen https://ift.tt/2RQ073T

Volkswagen's hot ID range to get GTX label

Filed under: Volkswagen , Crossover , Wagon , Electric , Future , Performance Continue reading Volkswagen's hot ID range to get GTX label Volkswagen's hot ID range to get GTX label originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 13 Dec 2019 08:16:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink  |  Email this  |  Comments from Autoblog Volkswagen https://ift.tt/2RQQD8q

Volkswagen previews updated 2021 Atlas crossover

Filed under: Chicago Auto Show , Volkswagen , Crossover , SUV Continue reading Volkswagen previews updated 2021 Atlas crossover Volkswagen previews updated 2021 Atlas crossover originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 10 Dec 2019 16:57:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink  |  Email this  |  Comments from Autoblog Volkswagen https://ift.tt/2PBX6Bi

Volkswagen survey sheds light on Americans' love for their SUVs

Filed under: Volkswagen , Crossover , SUV Continue reading Volkswagen survey sheds light on Americans' love for their SUVs Volkswagen survey sheds light on Americans' love for their SUVs originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 10 Dec 2019 13:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink  |  Email this  |  Comments from Autoblog Volkswagen https://ift.tt/2Ptz8Iu

Volkswagen charged with violating vehicle emission standards in Canada

Filed under: Government/Legal , Green , Volkswagen , Emissions , Diesel Volkswagen was charged with 60 counts of breaching the Canadian Environmental Protection Act by importing vehicles that did not conform to prescribed emission standards, Environment and Climate Change Canada said. The company did not immediately respond to a Reuters request for comment.In 2015, the agency launched an investigation into the importing of certain vehicle models allegedly equipped with a prohibited "defeat device". Continue reading Volkswagen charged with violating vehicle emission standards in Canada Volkswagen charged with violating vehicle emission standards in Canada originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 9 Dec 2019 14:51:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink  |  Email this  |  Comments from Autoblog Volkswagen https://ift.tt/2t1rT2Z

2020 Volkswagen Golf First Drive Review | It keeps the joy in driving

Filed under: Volkswagen , First Drives , New Car Reviews , Hatchback Continue reading 2020 Volkswagen Golf First Drive Review | It keeps the joy in driving 2020 Volkswagen Golf First Drive Review | It keeps the joy in driving originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 6 Dec 2019 08:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink  |  Email this  |  Comments from Autoblog Volkswagen https://ift.tt/2Rr827B

Volkswagen T-Roc Cabriolet enters production at Osnabrück

Filed under: Plants/Manufacturing , Volkswagen , Convertible , Crossover Continue reading Volkswagen T-Roc Cabriolet enters production at Osnabrück Volkswagen T-Roc Cabriolet enters production at Osnabrück originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 4 Dec 2019 13:18:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink  |  Email this  |  Comments from Autoblog Volkswagen https://ift.tt/2RjS5zP

Positively purple Meyers Manx going to auction is perfect antidote to winter blues

Filed under: Volkswagen , Auctions , Convertible , Classics Continue reading Positively purple Meyers Manx going to auction is perfect antidote to winter blues Positively purple Meyers Manx going to auction is perfect antidote to winter blues originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 2 Dec 2019 15:18:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink  |  Email this  |  Comments from Autoblog Volkswagen https://ift.tt/2YbeJMs

VW will stop developing piston-powered race cars to focus on EVs

Filed under: Auto News , Green , Green , Volkswagen , Racing , Performance Continue reading VW will stop developing piston-powered race cars to focus on EVs VW will stop developing piston-powered race cars to focus on EVs originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 1 Dec 2019 08:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink  |  Email this  |  Comments from Autoblog Volkswagen https://ift.tt/2Dx6Bfp

70 years of VW in America: We go back in time to drive 6 of those cars

Filed under: Design/Style , Volkswagen , Automotive History , Classics Continue reading 70 years of VW in America: We go back in time to drive 6 of those cars 70 years of VW in America: We go back in time to drive 6 of those cars originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 29 Nov 2019 12:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink  |  Email this  |  Comments from Autoblog Volkswagen https://ift.tt/2Y0kjkH

Global Volkswagen e-Golf sales reach 100,000 before launch of ID.3

Filed under: Green , Plants/Manufacturing , Volkswagen , Hatchback , Electric Continue reading Global Volkswagen e-Golf sales reach 100,000 before launch of ID.3 Global Volkswagen e-Golf sales reach 100,000 before launch of ID.3 originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 27 Nov 2019 13:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink  |  Email this  |  Comments from Autoblog Volkswagen https://ift.tt/2sl4E3r

2020 Volkswagen Passat Review & Buying Guide | New skin, same bones

Filed under: Volkswagen , Buying Guide , New Car Reviews , sedan Continue reading 2020 Volkswagen Passat Review & Buying Guide | New skin, same bones 2020 Volkswagen Passat Review & Buying Guide | New skin, same bones originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 27 Nov 2019 08:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink  |  Email this  |  Comments from Autoblog Volkswagen https://ift.tt/2LdUQiz

Eighth-generation VW GTI spied with minimal camo in winter testing

Filed under: Spy Photos , Volkswagen , Hatchback , Performance Continue reading Eighth-generation VW GTI spied with minimal camo in winter testing Eighth-generation VW GTI spied with minimal camo in winter testing originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 26 Nov 2019 14:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink  |  Email this  |  Comments from Autoblog Volkswagen https://ift.tt/2KVKN1m

Audi will slash 9,500 jobs to save $6.6 billion by 2029

Filed under: Green , Hirings/Firings/Layoffs , Plants/Manufacturing , Audi , Volkswagen , Electric , Luxury , Performance Audi on Tuesday announced a major restructuring scheme, slashing around 9,500 jobs until 2025 in an effort to adopt production to the e-mobility era and achieve billion-euro cost savings. "The resulting savings of around 6 billion euros will secure the strategic operating profit margin corridor of 9 to 11% and will be invested in projects of the future such as electrification and digitalisation," the company said in a statement. Audi said that the cost savings would be achieved by 2029. Continue reading Audi will slash 9,500 jobs to save $6.6 billion by 2029 Audi will slash 9,500 jobs to save $6.6 billion by 2029 originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 26 Nov 2019 08:50:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink  |  Email this  |  Comments from Autoblog Volkswagen https://ift.tt/37EWBPe

This gorgeous 1972 Volkswagen Bus hides an electrified surprise

Filed under: Auto News , Green , Green , Volkswagen , Minivan/Van , Electric , Classics Continue reading This gorgeous 1972 Volkswagen Bus hides an electrified surprise This gorgeous 1972 Volkswagen Bus hides an electrified surprise originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 25 Nov 2019 15:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink  |  Email this  |  Comments from Autoblog Volkswagen https://ift.tt/2rt4LJG

Volkswagen ID.4 electric crossover is the ID Crozz concept, evolved

Filed under: Green , Green , Spy Photos , Volkswagen , Crossover , Electric , Future Continue reading Volkswagen ID.4 electric crossover is the ID Crozz concept, evolved Volkswagen ID.4 electric crossover is the ID Crozz concept, evolved originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 25 Nov 2019 12:50:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink  |  Email this  |  Comments from Autoblog Volkswagen https://ift.tt/2KUoB7P

Volkswagen Viloran MPV is an 'executive-level living room' on wheels

Filed under: Volkswagen , Minivan/Van , Luxury Continue reading Volkswagen Viloran MPV is an 'executive-level living room' on wheels Volkswagen Viloran MPV is an 'executive-level living room' on wheels originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 24 Nov 2019 15:55:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink  |  Email this  |  Comments from Autoblog Volkswagen https://ift.tt/2pLjI9B

2019 L.A. Auto Show Show Editors’ Picks

Filed under: Green , LA Auto Show , Aston Martin , Audi , Ford , Toyota , Volkswagen , Crossover , Wagon , Concept Cars , Electric , Future , Luxury , Performance Here are the top new car reveals from the 2019 L.A. Auto Show. Find out which vehicle earns best-in-show honors. Continue reading 2019 L.A. Auto Show Show Editors’ Picks 2019 L.A. Auto Show Show Editors’ Picks originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 21 Nov 2019 16:24:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink  |  Email this  |  Comments from Autoblog Volkswagen https://ift.tt/37t0fvB

VW Atlas Cross Sport R soars into L.A. with 480 horsepower

Filed under: Design/Style , Motorsports , LA Auto Show , Volkswagen , Crossover , SUV , Concept Cars , Off-Road , Racing , Performance Continue reading VW Atlas Cross Sport R soars into L.A. with 480 horsepower VW Atlas Cross Sport R soars into L.A. with 480 horsepower originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 20 Nov 2019 17:03:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink  |  Email this  |  Comments from Autoblog Volkswagen https://ift.tt/2KE6inh

Volkswagen's ID Space Vizzion is a high-tech, apple-flavored wagon concept

Filed under: Auto News , Green , LA Auto Show , Volkswagen , Crossover , Electric Continue reading Volkswagen's ID Space Vizzion is a high-tech, apple-flavored wagon concept Volkswagen's ID Space Vizzion is a high-tech, apple-flavored wagon concept originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 20 Nov 2019 08:34:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink  |  Email this  |  Comments from Autoblog Volkswagen https://ift.tt/2O4F7UD

The Volkswagen ID.3 will be 40% cheaper to build than the e-Golf

Filed under: Green , Plants/Manufacturing , Volkswagen , Hatchback , Electric , sedan Volkswagen's new ID.3 electric vehicle will be 40% cheaper to build than the electric version of its Golf model, Chief Executive Herbert Diess told investors on Monday. The battery in the new ID.3 can be used to add structural rigidity to the body and the modular layout of the battery allows for advantages in packaging and economies of scale. "If you focus on an electric platform, all in all it accounts for a 40% reduction against the predecessor electric Golf," Diess said. Continue reading The Volkswagen ID.3 will be 40% cheaper to build than the e-Golf The Volkswagen ID.3 will be 40% cheaper to build than the e-Golf originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 18 Nov 2019 08:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink  |  Email this  |  Comments from Autoblog Volkswagen https://ift.tt/2NVcJnU

Volkswagen installs BMW executive as new Audi chief

Filed under: Green , Hirings/Firings/Layoffs , Audi , BMW , Volkswagen Volkswagen on Friday said former BMW executive Markus Duesmann, an expert in procurement and engine development, will take over as Volkswagen Group's board member responsible for research and development and as head of Audi. Duesmann, who will take up the position on April 1, 2020, replaces Audi Chief Executive Bram Schot, who will leave at the end of March 2020. "Markus Duesmann will do everything to unlock the huge potential of the Audi brand," Volkswagen Group Chief Ex Continue reading Volkswagen installs BMW executive as new Audi chief Volkswagen installs BMW executive as new Audi chief originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 15 Nov 2019 10:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink  |  Email this  |  Comments from Autoblog Volkswagen https://ift.tt/2CLpsTV

Volkswagen to invest $66 billion in e-mobility, digital tech by 2024

Filed under: Green , Green , Volkswagen , Technology , Electric , Hybrid Volkswagen will invest 60 billion euros ($66.12 billion) by 2024 to develop electric and hybrid cars as well as digital technologies, the multi-brand car and truckmaking group said on Friday. Volkswagen plans to build 75 variants of electric car and around 60 hybrid vehicle models, it said. Volkswagen plans to retool its plant in Emden, Germany to build an electric sports utility vehicle (SUV) from 2022 onwards, and a decision on where to locate a new factory will be taken by year- Continue reading Volkswagen to invest $66 billion in e-mobility, digital tech by 2024 Volkswagen to invest $66 billion in e-mobility, digital tech by 2024 originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 15 Nov 2019 08:46:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink  |  Email this  |  Comments from Autoblog Volkswagen https://ift.tt/375Gjyy

eBay Finds: Winter beaters for under $3,000

Filed under: Lexus , Nissan , Pontiac , Saturn , Toyota , Volkswagen , Ownership , Budget Our editors wade through eBay to find the best, cheap cars that could be your winter beater this year. From a nearly-new Pontiac to a powerful VW wagon, we cover the gamut. Continue reading eBay Finds: Winter beaters for under $3,000 eBay Finds: Winter beaters for under $3,000 originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 13 Nov 2019 13:44:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink  |  Email this  |  Comments from Autoblog Volkswagen https://ift.tt/2qco61z

Refreshed 2020 Volkswagen Passat costs less than its predecessor

Filed under: Auto News , Volkswagen , sedan Continue reading Refreshed 2020 Volkswagen Passat costs less than its predecessor Refreshed 2020 Volkswagen Passat costs less than its predecessor originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 11 Nov 2019 10:34:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink  |  Email this  |  Comments from Autoblog Volkswagen https://ift.tt/2KalLeq

DOJ subpoenas automakers who sided with California against Trump

Filed under: Government/Legal , Green , BMW , Ford , Honda , Volkswagen , Emissions , Fuel Efficiency The U.S. Justice Department has issued civil subpoenas to four major automakers, demanding that they disclose details on a deal struck with California in July to follow strict vehicle emissions standards, a source briefed on the matter said on Thursday. The Justice Department is carrying out an antitrust investigation into the voluntary agreement. It comes against a growing number of fights between the Republican White House and California on a number of fronts, including numerous environmenta Continue reading DOJ subpoenas automakers who sided with California against Trump DOJ subpoenas automakers who sided with California against Trump originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 8 Nov 2019 09:13:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink  |  Email this  |  Comments from Autoblog Volkswagen https://ift.tt/2CtGFAM

Volkswagen ID. Space Vizzion EV coming to LA Auto Show

Filed under: Volkswagen , Wagon , Concept Cars , Electric , Future Continue reading Volkswagen ID. Space Vizzion EV coming to LA Auto Show Volkswagen ID. Space Vizzion EV coming to LA Auto Show originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 7 Nov 2019 12:06:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink  |  Email this  |  Comments from Autoblog Volkswagen https://ift.tt/34FP0xv

VW brings lifted Atlas concepts and GLI to SEMA

Filed under: SEMA Show , Volkswagen , Crossover , SUV , Concept Cars , Off-Road , Performance , sedan Continue reading VW brings lifted Atlas concepts and GLI to SEMA VW brings lifted Atlas concepts and GLI to SEMA originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 4 Nov 2019 10:36:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink  |  Email this  |  Comments from Autoblog Volkswagen https://ift.tt/2oJOGhR

VW ID.4 electric SUV shown wearing wild striped disguise

Filed under: Green , Volkswagen , Crossover , SUV , Electric , Future Continue reading VW ID.4 electric SUV shown wearing wild striped disguise VW ID.4 electric SUV shown wearing wild striped disguise originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 1 Nov 2019 11:22:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink  |  Email this  |  Comments from Autoblog Volkswagen https://ift.tt/2JHTkUO

Volkswagen to unveil a new EV concept Nov. 19 in Los Angeles

Filed under: LA Auto Show , Volkswagen , Concept Cars , Electric Continue reading Volkswagen to unveil a new EV concept Nov. 19 in Los Angeles Volkswagen to unveil a new EV concept Nov. 19 in Los Angeles originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 30 Oct 2019 12:06:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink  |  Email this  |  Comments from Autoblog Volkswagen https://ift.tt/36jsn3C

Volkswagen profit jumps as it warns of a cooling auto market

Filed under: Earnings/Financials , Audi , Bentley , Bugatti , Porsche , Volkswagen , SEAT , Skoda Volkswagen says its profits jumped 44% in the third quarter thanks to a more profitable mix of vehicles in its lineup but warned that global car markets are slowing more than expected and lowered its forecast for annual sales. The sales margin of 7.8% exceeded the goal of 6.5-7.5% as vehicles bringing higher profits took a larger share of sales. Continue reading Volkswagen profit jumps as it warns of a cooling auto market Volkswagen profit jumps as it warns of a cooling auto market originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 30 Oct 2019 08:31:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink  |  Email this  |  Comments from Autoblog Volkswagen https://ift.tt/32YeB4d

VW's electric goal to overtake Tesla by 2022 relies on two Chinese plants

Filed under: Green , Plants/Manufacturing , Volkswagen , Crossover , Hatchback , SUV , Electric , Future , sedan Continue reading VW's electric goal to overtake Tesla by 2022 relies on two Chinese plants VW's electric goal to overtake Tesla by 2022 relies on two Chinese plants originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 28 Oct 2019 13:24:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink  |  Email this  |  Comments from Autoblog Volkswagen https://ift.tt/2BS4gec

2019 Volkswagen Tiguan earns IIHS Top Safety Pick+

Filed under: Volkswagen , Safety , Crossover Continue reading 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan earns IIHS Top Safety Pick+ 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan earns IIHS Top Safety Pick+ originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 28 Oct 2019 10:50:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink  |  Email this  |  Comments from Autoblog Volkswagen https://ift.tt/32TR44B

Should you buy a post-scandal Volkswagen diesel?

Filed under: Green , Volkswagen , Car Buying , Used Car Buying , Diesel As outrage over the Volkswagen emissions-cheating scandal fades, the refurbished diesel vehicles are trickling back into the marketplace, and bargain hunters may want to snap them up. In 2015, Volkswagen was forced to either buy back or fix some 590,000 diesels after it was discovered they had been rigged to pass emissions tests. The diesels, made by Volkswagen, Porsche and Audi between model years 2009 and 2016, have been repaired to truly meet emissions standards and are now being sold, most Continue reading Should you buy a post-scandal Volkswagen diesel? Should you buy a post-scandal Volkswagen diesel? originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 27 Oct 2019 11:15:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink  |  Email this  |  Comments from Autoblog Volkswagen https://ift.tt/36c3yq2

Woman, 81, was trapped in a partially submerged VW Golf for hours

Filed under: Weird Car News , Volkswagen Continue reading Woman, 81, was trapped in a partially submerged VW Golf for hours Woman, 81, was trapped in a partially submerged VW Golf for hours originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 25 Oct 2019 09:14:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink  |  Email this  |  Comments from Autoblog Volkswagen https://ift.tt/2Ph9jwH

All-new Volkswagen Golf is an evolution outside, revolution inside

Filed under: Volkswagen , Hatchback , Diesel , Future , Hybrid , Natural Gas Continue reading All-new Volkswagen Golf is an evolution outside, revolution inside All-new Volkswagen Golf is an evolution outside, revolution inside originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 24 Oct 2019 13:30:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink  |  Email this  |  Comments from Autoblog Volkswagen https://ift.tt/2N8GvUt

2020 VW GTI gains more tech as starting price goes up by $1,025

Filed under: Auto News , Volkswagen , Hatchback , Performance Continue reading 2020 VW GTI gains more tech as starting price goes up by $1,025 2020 VW GTI gains more tech as starting price goes up by $1,025 originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 24 Oct 2019 08:18:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink  |  Email this  |  Comments from Autoblog Volkswagen https://ift.tt/2PilxoW

VW speeds up production of next-generation Golf

Filed under: Plants/Manufacturing , Volkswagen Volkswagen will start deliveries of its new Golf hatchback in December after shaving an hour off the time needed to build its flagship model, the board member responsible for production at the VW brand said on Tuesday. Volkswagen's main factory in Wolfsburg, Germany is preparing to make 450,000 Golf cars a year with the manufacturing time of the eighth-generation model sped up by one hour per vehicle, Andreas Tostmann told journalists in a call. Because VW is able to re-use 80% of Continue reading VW speeds up production of next-generation Golf VW speeds up production of next-generation Golf originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 22 Oct 2019 13:02:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink  |  Email this  |  Comments from Autoblog Volkswagen https://ift.tt/2JdU6sJ

VW plans more SUVs (and possibly a pickup) for America

Filed under: Auto News , Automakers , Green , Volkswagen , Electric Continue reading VW plans more SUVs (and possibly a pickup) for America VW plans more SUVs (and possibly a pickup) for America originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 21 Oct 2019 11:08:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink  |  Email this  |  Comments from Autoblog Volkswagen https://ift.tt/35QUvLb

2020 VW Tiguan price goes up, warranty goes down

Filed under: Volkswagen , Car Buying , Crossover Continue reading 2020 VW Tiguan price goes up, warranty goes down 2020 VW Tiguan price goes up, warranty goes down originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 17 Oct 2019 08:17:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink  |  Email this  |  Comments from Autoblog Volkswagen https://ift.tt/2OUErlB

VW delays decision on Turkey plant over country's incursion into Syria

Filed under: Marketing/Advertising , Plants/Manufacturing , Volkswagen FRANKFURT/HANOVER (Reuters) - Volkswagen has postponed the final decision whether to build a car plant in Turkey, the company said, amid international criticism of the country's military operation in Syria and concerns about potential reputational fallout. "We are carefully monitoring the current situation and look with concern at current developments," a company spokesman said on Tuesday. Earlier this month, Volkswagen established a subsidiary in Turkey's western Manisa province, Continue reading VW delays decision on Turkey plant over country's incursion into Syria VW delays decision on Turkey plant over country's incursion into Syria originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 15 Oct 2019 09:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink  |  Email this  |  Comments from Autoblog Volkswagen https://ift.tt/32jqt0p