News By Topic: Volkswagen

Volkswagen Group Presents Technical Measures for EA 189

Nov 25, 2015

Next step in solving the NOx exhaust emissions issue in Europe Minor hardware measures for the 1.6TDI engines 2.0 TDI engines only need a software update Target: no adverse effects on fuel consumption and performance WOLFSBURG -- November 25, 2015: The clarification and solution of the diesel issue is progressing. The ... Continue reading

Volkswagen submits Recall Plan For 2-liter Diesel Cars to California Air Resources Board

Nov 23, 2015

<p>SACRAMENTO November 18, 2015; Today the Volkswagen Group of America (VW) submitted a recall plan to the California Air Resources Board responding to the violations described in ARB’s <a href="http://www.arb.ca.gov/newsrel/in_use_compliance_letter.pdf& q uot;> September 18, 2015 letter</a> to VW concerning illeg ... Continue reading

Volkswagen Rolls Out 3D Smart Glasses

Nov 23, 2015

Launch following successful pilot project with Wolfsburg plant logistics Roll-out in the area of order picking Wolfsburg, November 23, 2015 – At Volkswagen’s Wolfsburg plant, the roll-out of 3D smart glasses as standard equipment has now started following a three-month pilot phase. Plant logistics personnel a ... Continue reading

First Look - 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Dune +VIDEO

Nov 23, 2015

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Nutson's Weekly Auto News Digest - November 16-22, 2015: LA Awards, LA Reveals, Comings and Goings, Tesla Talks and VW Of Course.

Nov 22, 2015

* The Los Angeles auto show media previews took place this week. The all-new 2016 Toyota Prius, 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio sedan, Fiat's rebirth of the 124 Spider roadster, Caddy's new XT5 crossover, the 2017 Ford Escape with two new engines and the new face of Lincoln on a revamped 2017 MKZ sedan all caught o ... Continue reading

Dr. Michael Steiner Becomes Volkswagen Group Compliance Commisioner

Nov 21, 2015

Herndon, Va., November 18, 2015 – Dr. Michael Steiner (51), until now Head of Total Vehicle Development/Quality at Porsche, has been appointed Compliance Commissioner at the Volkswagen Group effective as of November 16, 2015. In this function Steiner reports directly to the CEO of Volkswagen Aktiengesellschaft, Ma ... Continue reading

2016 Volkswagen Dune--New Design and Features

Nov 18, 2015

Volkswagen of America, Inc. today announced the production version of the 2016 Beetle Dune, which will go on sale early next year. Inspired by classic Baja Bugs, the vehicle will enter the Beetle family as a new trim, offering a rugged addition to the rest of the model lineup. “The new Dune successfully captures t ... Continue reading

Volkswagen Revists Fan Favorite with the Launch of the 2016 Beetle Denim

Nov 18, 2015

The special edition Beetle Denim is a contemporary tribute to the 1970s Beetle Jeans model Exclusive short-run model, arriving in dealerships in early 2016 Equipped with 17-inch Heritage wheels and 1.8-liter TSI® engine Original interior design, including unique seating surfaces and jeans-inspired seat pockets Volks ... Continue reading

Volkswagen Golf GTE Sport Concept Takes The Plug-In Hybrid to a Whole New Level +VIDEO

Nov 18, 2015

North American debut for a Volkswagen that combines race-car performance and hybrid fuel economy Golf GTE Sport is powered by a 395-horsepower plug-in hybrid system Drivetrain combines two electric motors, World Rally Championship turbocharged engine, and innovative all-wheel-drive system Bridges the gap between road a ... Continue reading

Volkswagen Passenger Cars Delivers 4.84 Million Vehicles in 2015 to October

Nov 16, 2015

Brand Board of Management Member Jürgen Stackmann: "We are working intensively to regain customers' trust." WOLFSBURG, GERMANY -- November 13, 2015: The Volkswagen Passenger Cars brand delivered 4.84 million vehicles to customers from January to October this year. "The Volkswagen Passenger Cars brand is experiencing c ... Continue reading

Volkswagen Delivers 8.26 Million Vehicles Worldwide in the First 10 Months of 2015

Nov 13, 2015

From January to October, the Volkswagen Group handed over 8.26 million vehicles to customers. Worldwide deliveries did not present a uniform picture. Deliveries by the Volkswagen brand in certain markets reflected especially the current diesel issue as a result of sales stoppages for the vehicles affected. Deliveries t ... Continue reading

First Look: 2016 Volkswagen Passat Review by Henny Hemmes +VIDEO

Nov 5, 2015

Restyled and Upgraded By Henny Hemmes Senior European Editor THE HAGUE - November 5, 2015: Several weeks ago, amidst the eye of the storm of the diesel scandal, Volkswagen presented its renewed Passat. It may be awkward timing, but life goes on and so does the introduction of the 2016 model of VW’s midsize sedan. ... Continue reading

Volkswagen Recall: Rear Camshaft Lobe Problem

Nov 4, 2015

Herndon, VA - Volkswagen considers the safety and satisfaction of its consumers and passengers a top priority. As such, Volkswagen has notified NHTSA of an upcoming voluntary safety recall affecting approximately 91,800 vehicles with a 1.8T or 2.0L gasoline engine from the 2015-2016 model year. The models involved are: ... Continue reading

Volkswagen Reports October 2015 Sales

Nov 3, 2015

October sales total 30,387 units, a 0.24 percent increase over October 2014 Tiguan delivered 4,815 units, a 167.1 percent increase, marking the best month for the vehicle on record The all-new Golf family of vehicles delivered 5,716 units, a 40.2 percent increase over the previous October Golf GTI delivered 2,520 units ... Continue reading

EPA Notifies VW of Additional Clean Air Act Violations

Nov 3, 2015

​WASHINGTON November 3, 2015; NACSonline reported that5 yesterday the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a second notice of violation (NOV) of the Clean Air Act (CAA) to Volkswagen, Porsche AG and Porsche Cars North America, alleging that VW developed and installed a defeat device in certain VW, Aud ... Continue reading