The VW Golf has historically been the class leader in the practical world of everyday motoring, able to deliver comfortable inside spaces, a lack of fuss and smooth road manners in a modest size and shape. But with the world of cars increasingly leaning to be electrified, it’s no longer a case of the usual […]
10 Cars That Missed the Mark: Exploring Notable Automotive Missteps in History
Each vehicle that is introduced on the market has had years of development and testing, with a lot of money spent by car makers in the process. But despite all that engineering and research, some vehicles hit the market and make buyers scratch their heads in bewilderment. Whether it be awkward styling, poorly considered branding, […]
Volkswagen Cuts 2026 Profit Guidance Following Porsche Impairment and Market Challenges
Volkswagen has significantly revised its financial expectations for 2026 as restructuring costs, weaker international demand and changing automotive market conditions put pressure on profitability. The company now expects its full-year operating return on sales to reach a maximum of 1%, compared with its previous guidance of 4% to 5.5%. Although the underlying operating return is […]
Volkswagen ID7 Electric Sedan Engineering Highlights and Technological Features
Volkswagen is further developing its electric portfolio with the new, fully electric ID.7 that takes a special position in the upper middle class high-volume segment as flagship. The MEB-based executive sedan is a significant element of the Volkswagen ACCELERATE strategic program. It fuses long distance driving economy and comfort at executive level, innovative technology and […]
Volkswagen’s German Factory Crisis: Is The Brand In Serious Trouble?
VW is at the threshold of a dramatic phase where Europe’s largest car manufacturer looks to overcome challenges and enhance its long-term competitive advantage. VW has initiated an all-embracing restructure of its production capacity, labor costs, vehicle range and the future of a number of Germany-based facilities. The crux of the negotiation and discourse lies […]
Volkswagen Unveils the All-New Tukan Compact Pickup Truck in Brazil
Volkswagen Reveals Tukan Pickup for Latin America Volkswagen has officially unveiled the Tukan, a new compact pickup produced exclusively for clients in Latin America. Making a public debut at the 71st Festa do Peo de Boiadeiro in Barretos, Brazil, the vehicle marks a significant milestone in Volkswagen’s operations in the region, developed and manufactured in […]
Volkswagen Considers New Pickup Truck Production at Its Chattanooga Plant
VW is looking to substantially increase its U.S. Vehicle portfolio with a pickup truck that would be produced in the U.S. A German media report cited by Reuters said it is possible this vehicle would be assembled at the company’s Chattanooga, Tennessee plant. It is possible that truck would be based on the Atlas crossover, […]
Volkswagen ID. Era 9X: Detailed Look at the New Full-Size Range-Extender SUV
Volkswagen has unveiled the ID. Era 9X, a new full-size extended-range electric SUV developed by the joint venture of SAIC Volkswagen. The car brand promised to provide its customers with power and fun on the road while taking away their worries about finding a place to charge. The ID. Era 9X is an extended-range electric […]
Exploring 10 Unreleased Volkswagen Prototypes and Concept Cars from the Wolfsburg Archives
Volkswagen is known for its iconic cars, such as Beetle, Golf, and Passat, but the company produced many other vehicles that never saw the light of day. The museum in Wolfsburg is home to various prototypes and concept cars that Volkswagen created throughout its history. They were built to experiment with new ideas, test new […]
Volkswagen Scraps Sales Goal, Plans Deep Cuts Amid China Pressure
Volkswagen embarks on the most turbulent time in the history of the company and announces a sweeping reform that can assure its viability in the years to come. The German giant has also scrapped the ambitious revenue growth target for 2026 due to immense pressure from Chinese competitors and ever-increasing costs. VW’s recent earnings highlight […]