Volkswagen: News

Vokswagen is a German automaker under the Volkswagen Group, with its headquarters based in Wolfsburg. It was founded in 1937 by the German Labour Front, an organization under the Nazi party led by Adolf Hitler in Berlin. Volkswagen, which can be translated to “people’s car” was a project aimed at producing an affordable vehicle which could fit two adults and three children. The iconic Beetle was one of the carmaker’s first designed cars in collaboration with Porsche, followed by Golf, Scirocco, and Polo. Over the years, the company has also been a part of many controversies, including the Dieselgate scandal. Currently in India, its portfolio entails a range of SUVs like Tiguan and T-Roc, hatchbacks like Polo and Polo GT, and sedans like the Vento and Passat.

25 Mar 2025

Auto

Volkswagen's most powerful SUV in India now up for booking

Volkswagen has started taking orders for the much-awaited Tiguan R-Line in India.

25 Mar 2025

Mukesh Ambani

India issues $600M tax notice to Samsung over telecom imports

India has slapped a tax demand of $601 million on South Korean tech giant Samsung, accusing it of tax evasion in the import of essential telecom equipment.

24 Mar 2025

Business

Volkswagen sold more sausages than cars in 2024. Say what!

In a surprising revelation, renowned automobile manufacturer Volkswagen sold more sausages than cars in 2024.

23 Mar 2025

Indian Government

Scrapping Volkswagen's $1.4B tax bill will be 'catastrophic': Modi government

The Indian government has vehemently opposed Volkswagen's plea to overturn a $1.4 billion tax bill, cautioning of possible "catastrophic consequences."

08 Mar 2025

SUV Cars

Volkswagen recalls over 177,000 SUVs in US over fire risk

Volkswagen has announced a recall of 177,493 units of the Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport SUVs in the US.

06 Mar 2025

Tesla

This €20k hatchback is Volkswagen's EV for the masses

Volkswagen (VW) has unveiled its most affordable electric car, the ID. EVERY1, in concept form.

03 Mar 2025

Auto

Volkswagen's iconic Golf GTI confirmed for India: Check launch timeline

Volkswagen has officially announced its plans to bring two new models, the Volkswagen Golf GTI and the Tiguan R-Line, to the Indian market. The company is targeting an early Q2 2025 launch.

02 Mar 2025

Audi

Volkswagen recalls 60,000 EVs in US over software glitch

German automaker Volkswagen has started recalling over 60,000 electric cars in the United States. The recall involves both Volkswagen and Audi models.

26 Feb 2025

Business

India singles out Volkswagen in $1.4B tax row—notes Kia's correction

German automotive giant Volkswagen is facing a $1.4 billion tax dispute with Indian authorities.

21 Feb 2025

BYD

Italy probes Tesla, Volkswagen, BYD over misleading EV performance claims

Italy's competition authority is now investigating four major automakers: BYD, Stellantis, Tesla, and Volkswagen.

17 Feb 2025

Bombay High Court

Volkswagen urges Bombay HC to quash $1.4B tax notice

German automotive giant Volkswagen has urged the Bombay High Court to quash a $1.4 billion show cause notice issued by Maharashtra's Office of the Commissioner of Customs.

09 Feb 2025

Audi

More than 180,000 cars recalled over Samsung battery fire risk

More than 180,000 vehicles from three major automotive brands have been recalled over a potential fire risk from Samsung's high-voltage battery packs.

05 Feb 2025

Indian Government

Modi government accuses Kia Motors of evading $155M in taxes

The Indian government has accused South Korean automaker Kia Motors of evading taxes to the tune of $155 million.

02 Feb 2025

Bombay High Court

Volkswagen sues Modi government over 'impossibly enormous' $1.4B tax demand

Volkswagen has sued the Indian government over a tax demand of $1.4 billion, which it considers "impossibly enormous."

30 Dec 2024

Volkswagen Polo

Volkswagen Polo turns 50: A look at its journey

The Volkswagen Polo will celebrate its golden jubilee in 2025, 50 years after its 1975 debut.

21 Dec 2024

Germany

Germany: Volkswagen prevents factory closures, ensures job security until 2030

Volkswagen has managed to strike a deal with the IG Metall union, ensuring that none of its German factories will be shut down.

03 Dec 2024

Germany

Why workers at Volkswagen's factories in Germany are on strike

Volkswagen, Europe's largest car manufacturer, is facing major disruptions as workers have gone on strike at nine of its factories in Germany.

30 Nov 2024

Indian Government

Volkswagen India facing tax evasion charges, penalties could reach $2.8B

Volkswagen's Indian subsidiary, SKODA Auto Volkswagen India, has been accused by the Indian government of evading $1.4 billion in taxes.

25 Nov 2024

Hyundai

Types of automatic gearboxes in cars: AMT, CVT and more

Automatic transmissions are taking over modern-day cars, replacing the good-old manual gearboxes.

11 Nov 2024

Air Pollution

Why thousands of cars may get recalled in the UK

Almost a decade after the original Volkswagen 'dieselgate' scandal, the UK government is secretly investigating whether other carmakers also underreported emission levels of their vehicles.

08 Nov 2024

Audi

Audi unveils new brand in China without iconic 4-ring logo

Audi has unveiled a new branding strategy for the Chinese market, one that notably omits its iconic four-ring logo.

28 Oct 2024

Layoff News

Volkswagen shutting 3 German factories, laying off thousands of employees

Volkswagen, Europe's largest carmaker, is planning a major restructuring involving the closure of at least three factories in Germany, and layoffs of tens of thousands of employees.

23 Oct 2024

United Kingdom

Volkswagen fined $34.9M for unfair lending practices in UK

Volkswagen Group UK's financial services division has been ordered to pay $34.9 million in fines and compensation, after an investigation by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).

24 Sep 2024

Volkswagen Taigun

Indian students build one-off Volkswagen Taigun pickup truck

Skoda Auto Volkswagen India Private Limited (SAVWIPL) has unveiled a unique Taigun pickup truck, created as part of a student project.

24 Sep 2024

Mahindra & Mahindra

Is Mahindra buying a stake in Volkswagen India?

Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) has expressed its intention to broaden its collaboration with Volkswagen Group in India.

04 Sep 2024

ChatGPT

Own a Volkswagen? You can now get answers from ChatGPT

Volkswagen has announced an upgrade to its in-car artificial intelligence (AI) voice assistant, IDA.

03 Sep 2024

Auto

Volkswagen considers factory closures in Germany for first time

Volkswagen, the renowned German automaker, is contemplating its first-ever factory closure in Germany.

08 Aug 2024

BMW

BMW, Ford, Volkswagen, GM recall 51 million cars: Here's why

BMW, Ford, Volkswagen, and General Motors (GM) are preparing to recall nearly 51 million vehicles in the US due to a significant airbag defect.

03 Jul 2024

Volkswagen Taigun

₹1.80L off! Volkswagen Taigun, Virtus get hefty discounts this July

Volkswagen is offering significant discounts across its entire India lineup this month, including the popular Taigun SUV and Virtus sedan.

02 Jul 2024

Mahindra

Volkswagen eyes Indian partner amid market struggles

German automobile giant, Volkswagen, is in talks to sell a stake of its Indian operations to a local partner.

26 Jun 2024

Business

Rivian's stock skyrockets 50% after Volkswagen's $5 billion investment

American EV maker Rivian's share price soared by 50% in extended trading, following the announcement of a $5 billion investment from German auto giant Volkswagen.

US drivers shunning new tech-heavy cars for older models

In a surprising revelation, many drivers are choosing used cars over new tech-heavy models, as per The Wall Street Journal's car columnist Dan Neil.

09 Jun 2024

Volkswagen Taigun

Volkswagen announces major discounts on Taigun, Virtus this June

Volkswagen is offering significant discounts on several models this June, including the Taigun, Virtus, and the flagship Tiguan.

03 Jun 2024

Global NCAP

Volkswagen Taigun, Virtus now get 6 airbags as standard

Volkswagen has announced an upgrade to its Taigun SUV and Virtus sedan models, now featuring six airbags as standard across all trims.

03 Jun 2024

Latest Cars

Volkswagen reveals Golf Mk6 prototype with VR-6 engine: Check features

Volkswagen has unveiled a previously undisclosed prototype of a Golf Mk6 model, equipped with a VR-6 powertrain.

02 Jun 2024

Upcoming Cars

Volkswagen teases next-generation Transporter MPV ahead of debut in September

Volkswagen has revealed the first set of teasers for its next-generation Transporter MPV, scheduled for a global debut in September.

29 May 2024

Audi

Audi expands Q6 e-tron lineup with new rear-wheel drive variant

Audi has broadened its Q6 e-tron range with the launch of a new rear-wheel drive variant.

24 May 2024

Upcoming Cars

Volkswagen Golf GTI Clubsport to break cover on May 31

Volkswagen has officially announced the debut of its new model, the Golf GTI Clubsport, scheduled for May 31.

16 May 2024

Volkswagen Taigun

Volkswagen T-Cross facelift unveiled: It is updated Taigun for India?

Volkswagen has introduced a mid-cycle refresh of its T-Cross SUV, specifically designed for emerging markets.

08 May 2024

Lamborghini

Lamborghini to unveil Huracan successor with custom V8 in August

Italian luxury sports car manufacturer, Lamborghini, has announced plans to launch the successor to its popular Huracan model in August 2024.

07 May 2024

Bentley

Bentley Batur Convertible, limited to just 16 units, breaks cover

The iconic W12 engine from Bentley is approaching its retirement, with one of its final appearances in the Batur Convertible.