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.
30 Dec 2024
Volkswagen PoloVolkswagen 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
GermanyGermany: 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
GermanyWhy 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 GovernmentVolkswagen 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
HyundaiTypes 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 PollutionWhy 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
AudiAudi 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 NewsVolkswagen 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 KingdomVolkswagen 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 TaigunIndian 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 & MahindraIs 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
ChatGPTOwn 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
AutoVolkswagen 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
BMWBMW, 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
MahindraVolkswagen 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
BusinessRivian'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.
17 Jun 2024
United States of AmericaUS 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 TaigunVolkswagen 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 NCAPVolkswagen 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 CarsVolkswagen 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 CarsVolkswagen 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
AudiAudi 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 CarsVolkswagen 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 TaigunVolkswagen 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
LamborghiniLamborghini 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
BentleyBentley 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.
26 Apr 2024
AutoIndia-bound Volkswagen Tayron breaks cover at Beijing Motor Show
Volkswagen's all-new Tayron SUV has been unveiled at the ongoing Beijing Motor Show 2024.
22 Apr 2024
Volkswagen TaigunVolkswagen Taigun GT Line, Plus Sport now available in India
Volkswagen has launched two new models, the Taigun GT Line and Taigun GT Plus Sport, in India.
09 Apr 2024
Volkswagen TaigunVolkswagen Taigun, Virtus, and Tiguan get big discounts this April
German automotive giant, Volkswagen, has announced significant price reductions on several of its models in India for April 2024.
29 Mar 2024
SkodaSKODA plans to up safety game with upcoming compact SUV
SKODA is set to expand its product range with the introduction of a compact SUV under 4m, as part of its India 2.5 strategy.
26 Mar 2024
Electric CarsVolkswagen R is trying to become independent brand: Here's why
Volkswagen R, the high-performance division of renowned German automaker Volkswagen, is on its way to becoming an independent brand.
24 Mar 2024
New Auto LaunchesVolkswagen reveals triple-screen feature in new sedan for international markets
Volkswagen has unveiled an innovative triple-screen setup in its newest sedan, the new-generation Magotan.
23 Mar 2024
Volkswagen PoloVolkswagen confirms future revival possibility of Polo moniker in India
Volkswagen's best-selling car in India, the Polo, ceased production in 2022 due to dwindling sales and stiff competition from more feature-packed rivals.
22 Mar 2024
TechnologyVolkswagen joins forces with Mobileye for self-driving car development
Volkswagen Group has announced a strategic alliance with Mobileye Global, a pioneer in self-driving technology.
22 Mar 2024
Volkswagen ID.4Volkswagen to enter Indian EV market soon with ID.4
Volkswagen's inaugural all-electric model, the ID.4, is slated to launch in India by the end of 2024.
22 Mar 2024
Volkswagen VirtusVolkswagen showcases Virtus GT Plus Sport concept: Check features
Volkswagen introduced a range of new models at its Annual Brand Conference 2024 in India. This included the much-anticipated Virtus GT Plus Sport concept.
21 Mar 2024
Volkswagen ID.4Volkswagen to soon enter India's EV market with ID.4
Volkswagen is preparing to launch ID.4 as its first-ever electric vehicle (EV) in India. The car will debut in the last quarter of 2024.
21 Mar 2024
Volkswagen TaigunVolkswagen Taigun GT Plus Sport and GT Line models unveiled
Volkswagen has unveiled new GT Plus Sport and GT Line versions of the Taigun SUV in India.
19 Mar 2024
SkodaVolkswagen's sub-4-meter SUV in the works for Indian market
A camouflaged vehicle from Volkswagen, sporting red temporary registration plates, has been sighted undergoing testing for the first time.
18 Mar 2024
Upcoming CarsVolkswagen Tayron to debut in India next year: Expected features
Earlier this year, a series of photos of Volkswagen's Tayron, a seven-seater SUV, emerged from China.
18 Mar 2024
Electric VehiclesVolkswagen ID.3 GTX breaks cover globally: Check best features
Volkswagen, the world's second-largest automaker, has introduced its first all-electric hot hatch, the ID.3 GTX, for the global markets.
17 Mar 2024
Maruti SuzukiMaruti Suzuki Dzire tops sedan sales in February 2024
Despite a general decline in sedan sales, Maruti Suzuki's Dzire maintained its leading position in February 2024.
16 Mar 2024
HyundaiHow Hyundai CRETA N Line fares against Volkswagen Taigun GT
Hyundai has introduced the sporty N Line model of the popular CRETA SUV in India, with a starting price tag of Rs. 16.82 lakh (ex-showroom).
14 Mar 2024
Electric VehiclesVolkswagen ID.3 GTX debuts as the brand's first electric hot-hatch
Volkswagen has entered the global all-electric hot hatch segment with its new ID.3 GTX model.
10 Mar 2024
Volkswagen TaigunVolkswagen Taigun (facelift) to debut soon: What to expect
Volkswagen is gearing up to reveal the refreshed T-Cross SUV in the South American market soon.
05 Mar 2024
Volkswagen T-RocEverything we know about Volkswagen T-Roc's final pure ICE version
Volkswagen is putting the finishing touches on its new T-Roc, set to debut in 2026, as the German carmaker's final pure internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle.
28 Feb 2024
Electric Vehicles in IndiaJSW Group, Volkswagen in talks for 50-50 EV joint venture
JSW Group and Volkswagen are in talks about a 50-50 joint venture (JV), to tap into the growing electric vehicle (EV) market, according to insiders.
20 Feb 2024
BusinessJSW in talks with Volkswagen for EV manufacturing in India
Billionaire Sajjan Jindal's JSW Group is reportedly in talks with Volkswagen Group to form an electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing joint venture in India.
20 Feb 2024
Volkswagen ID.4Volkswagen ID.4 electric SUV set for India launch in 2024
German automaker Volkswagen is gearing up to launch its ID.4 electric SUV in India in 2024.
18 Feb 2024
Latest CarsCars with 5-star Global NCAP crash safety rating in India
Safety has become a crucial aspect of car buying decisions in India in recent years.
18 Feb 2024
SkodaSKODA SLAVIA Style or Volkswagen Virtus Matte: Which is better
SKODA has launched a limited-run version of its popular sedan, the SLAVIA, called the Style Edition. The special variant costs Rs. 19.13 lakh (ex-showroom).
16 Feb 2024
SkodaSKODA to disclose plans for new SUV on February 27
SKODA is gearing up to enter the compact SUV market in India, with an announcement expected on February 27.
16 Feb 2024
MahindraMahindra's future EVs to use Volkswagen's components
Mahindra and Volkswagen Group have joined forces in a supply agreement, taking their partnership in the Indian market to new heights.
03 Feb 2024
SamsungSamsung S24 series facing Android Auto issues in select cars
Samsung's latest flagship smartphone lineup, the Galaxy S24 series, is facing some hiccups with Android Auto.
02 Feb 2024
Electric VehiclesVolkswagen confirms first EV for India: What to expect
Volkswagen has its sights set on the Indian market, with plans to launch an affordable, made-in-India electric vehicle (EV) by the latter half of this decade.
30 Jan 2024
ToyotaToyota retains top-selling automaker title for 4th consecutive year
In 2023, Toyota Motor achieved a remarkable milestone by selling a record-breaking 11.2 million vehicles, securing its spot as the world's top-selling automaker for the fourth year in a row.
24 Jan 2024
New Auto Launches2024 Volkswagen Golf debuts globally with new features and design
Volkswagen has revealed the new Golf, sporting a sleeker design, an upgraded infotainment system, and several mechanical enhancements.
16 Jan 2024
Volkswagen TiguanIndia-bound Volkswagen Tayron SUV goes official: Check features
Volkswagen has unveiled the all-new Tayron SUV, set to replace the Tiguan Allspace in global markets.
13 Jan 2024
SkodaVolkswagen Group sold over 1,45,700 cars in 2023: Check details
Skoda Auto Volkswagen India, a subsidiary of Volkswagen Group, has revealed that it sold a total of 1,45,713 units in 2023, including domestic sales in India as well as exports.
09 Jan 2024
Volkswagen TaigunVolkswagen hikes prices of Taigun and Virtus models in India
Volkswagen has raised the prices of its Taigun and Virtus cars in India.
06 Jan 2024
SkodaSKODA to explore expansion in India with new modular platform
SKODA is exploring the possibility of introducing a new modular platform, the MQB A0 37, to complement Volkswagen's existing MQB A0 IN architecture that supports the India 2.0 products for both brands.
03 Jan 2024
Upcoming Electric Cars'PEAK EV' project: Volkswagen's made-in-India e-SUV to debut by 2026
Volkswagen is kicking off its electric vehicle (EV) project, dubbed "PEAK EV," with plans to localize its EV platform in India by 2026.
30 Dec 2023
Latest CarsThese automakers will increase car prices in January 2024
Come January 2024, get ready for a price surge in the car market, as major automakers like Maruti Suzuki, Mahindra, Hyundai, and a few others plan to hike their vehicle prices.
29 Dec 2023
SkodaSKODA and Volkswagen witness sales decline in November 2023
SKODA and Volkswagen experienced a dip in Indian sales for November 2023, with the former selling 3,783 units and the latter settling for 3,095 unit sales.
26 Dec 2023
Global NCAP5 cars that aced Global NCAP crash test in 2023
Safety has become a growing concern among car buyers and manufacturers are striving to provide vehicles that can offer the best protection.
22 Dec 2023
Upcoming CarsVolkswagen previews Golf facelift with illuminated badge
Volkswagen has given a sneak peek of the facelifted version of its most popular hatchback, the Golf.
