Volkswagen Audi November 2016 US Sales
Dec 1, 2016
November sales totaled 29,672 units, an increase of 24.2 percent over November 2015 Tiguan sales totaled 4,516 units, an increase of 15.6 percent over November 2015 Passat sales totaled 6,441 units, an increase of 133.5 percent over November 2015 Golf SportWagen sales (which includes the all-new Alltrack) totaled 2,174 ... Continue reading
European Brands Buy Into EV Potential Building High-Power Charging Along Major Highways in Europe
Nov 29, 2016
Daimler AG, Ford Motor Company and Volkswagen Group with Audi and Porsche have signed a memorandum of understanding to create the highest-powered charging network in Europe. The goal is the quick buildup of a sizable number of stations to enable long-range travel for battery electric vehicle drivers. ... Continue reading
Ready to Rok: New Volkswagen Amarok Goes On Sale
Nov 29, 2016
Volkswagen Van Centres across the UK have started taking orders for the new Amarok model, with first customer deliveries expected in January 2017. Replacing the previous model’s 2.0-litre TDI engine, the new Amarok has at its heart a 3.0-litre V6 TDI engine, making it the only six-cylinder model in the segment. ... Continue reading
Nov 27, 2016
* As Black Friday kicks off the official holiday shopping season, a National Safety Council poll found two-thirds – 66 percent – of drivers would make phone calls while driving through a parking lot, and 56 percent would text. Given the increased traffic in and around parking lots during the holiday shopping season ... Continue reading
Volkswagen To Transform Itself Over The Next Decade (No Diesel Yes Electric)
Nov 25, 2016
Brand CEO Diess: we want to create a new Volkswagen Consistent restructuring and repositioning Return to sustainable, profitable growth; operating margin to rise to 6 percent by 2025 Multi-billion euro investments: Volkswagen to become the world market leader in e-mobility by 2025 and to develop the industry's stronges ... Continue reading
Wisconsin Issues Guidance on Sales Tax Implications of Volkswagen Settlement
Nov 23, 2016
DALLAS, Nov. 22, 2016 -- Recently, Volkswagen (VW) reached a settlement with Federal and California regulators, whereby it agreed to make cash payments to certain VW and Audi diesel owners. ... Continue reading
Nov 22, 2016
SOUTHFIELD, Mich.—The average age of light vehicles in operation (VIO) in the U.S. has once again climbed slightly this year, to 11.6 years, according to industry experts at IHS Markit , a leading provider of business information and analysis for the global automotive industry. Registrations for light VIO, including ... Continue reading
Nov 20, 2016
In Case You Missed It - Nutson's Weekly Automotive News Digest - Nov 14-20, 2016: Mazda Diesel, NACTOY, 65 eMPG Caddy, Rusting Toyota's, Safety Champion Ditlow Dies ... Continue reading
2017 e-Golf Makes Auto Show Debut in Los Angeles
Nov 17, 2016
In a world premiere at the 2016 LA Auto Show today, Volkswagen of America will be presenting the latest generation of the e-Golf. Compared to its predecessor, the 2017 e-Golf offers an improved range, more power and new features. ... Continue reading
Nov 15, 2016
LOS ANGELES, Nov. 15, 2016 -- Finalists for 2017 North American Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle of the Year (NACTOY) were announced Tuesday at Automobility L.A., the conference that precedes the Los Angeles auto show. ... Continue reading
Volkswagen 3.0 TDI Fix Or Buyback Plan Announced
Nov 15, 2016
Washington DC November 15, 2016; David Shepardson writing for Reuters reported that Volkswagen AG (VOWG_p.DE) has reached an agreement with U.S. regulators for a mix of buybacks and fixes for 80,000 polluting Audi, Porsche and VW 3.0-liter vehicles, two sources briefed on the matter said Tuesday. The agreement includes ... Continue reading
Watch Press Conference For 2017 Volkswagen Golf Debut LIVE Thursday at 6:30AM EST +VIDEO
Nov 10, 2016
Major update for the most successful Volkswagen ever Watch it right here on TheAutoChannel.com HERNDON, VA - November 9, 2016: The Golf is in a class of its own. An automotive companion for millions and millions of people around the globe. ... Continue reading
Nov 6, 2016
* SEMA, BMW Recall, Buh Bye Chrysler Museum, Car Sharing, Alt Fuel RoutesThe biggest event in the automotive aftermarket industry is the SEMA (Specialty Equipment Market Association) Show in Las Vegas this week. The show spreads out all over the strip with both inside and outside venues. ... Continue reading
October 2016 US Auto Sales Scoreboard - AIADA
Nov 2, 2016
Washington DC November 2, 2016; The AIADA reported that sales in October slowed from the pace they enjoyed earlier in the year. However, the month's relatively minor decline in sales suggests that the market may have plateaued at a healthy pace. ... Continue reading
Fan Travels Over 25,000 Miles to Every NFL Stadium in a '67 VW Bus for Documentary and Book
Nov 2, 2016
AUSTIN, Texas, Nov. 2, 2016 -- Foam Finger Nation Films founder Rhett Grametbauer, an intensely passionate football fan, writer, filmmaker, entrepreneur and proud owner of a 1967 split-window VW Bus decided to leave to live a childhood dream of visiting every NFL stadium in one season. ... Continue reading
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