The Volkswagen Group is expanding its local technology competence in China as part of its ongoing commitment to the “In China, for China” strategy. At Auto Shanghai, Volkswagen will debut its first proprietary AI-powered, highly automated driving syste…
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Q1/2025: US EV market grows by 10 per cent
Nearly 300,000 electric vehicles were newly registered in the United States during the first quarter of this year – marking an increase of just over 10 per cent. That’s according to data from Kelley Blue Book. Between January and March, EVs accounted f…
VW to launch ID.1 production in September 2027
Volkswagen has already confirmed that the series version of the ID.EVERY1 will be built at the Palmela plant in Portugal from 2027. Further information on the small electric car project is now circulating in the Spanish media.
Volkswagen to unveil three concept cars at Auto Shanghai
The “In China, for China” strategy of the Volkswagen brand is taking on visible form: At this year’s Auto Shanghai (April 23 to May 2), one of the world’s most important motor shows, VW’s three Chinese joint ventures will present electric concept cars….
Volkswagen Group doubles all-electric deliveries in Europe
The latest figures reveal a positive trajectory for the Volkswagen Group, indicating that their strategic direction is resonating with consumers.The post Volkswagen Group doubles all-electric deliveries in Europe appeared first on Electric Cars Report.
VW increases EV sales by 59 per cent
The Volkswagen Group increased its global BEV deliveries by 59 per cent to 216,800 vehicles in the first quarter compared to the same period last year. Things went very well in Europe and the US, but not in China.
Rimac could take over Porsche’s stake in Bugatti Rimac
In 2021, the Croatian electric sports car manufacturer Rimac took over the majority of the luxury brand Bugatti from the VW Group. The remaining 45 per cent are held by the VW subsidiary Porsche, and Rimac would now like to take over these shares.
New US tariffs for the automotive industry go into effect
US President Donald Trump already announced tariffs for the automotive industry last week. These have now gone into effect as planned. The new tariff of 25 per cent applies to all passenger vehicles and light trucks imported to the US. Levies for auto …
Wayne Griffiths has left Cupra
Wayne Griffiths, CEO of Seat and Cupra, has left the company at his own request with effect from 31 March 2025. Seat’s Chief Production Officer Markus Haupt will take over the management on an interim basis.
JATO: Chinese brands overtake Tesla in Europe in February
In Europe, 164,148 new electric cars were registered in February, as reported by JATO Dynamics. Tesla sales fell to their lowest February figure in five years – but the two best-selling EVs still come from the US manufacturer.
