Could this be VW's biggest electric breakthrough? Introducing the ID Cross, the affordable compact SUV The ID Cross gets its full launch and promises to be a true Volkswagen, or people's car T3 · Jul 15
Volkswagen’s Cheapest New EV SUV Has 265 Miles Of Range The all-new Volkswagen ID. Cross comes with vehicle-to-load functionality and a big storage compartment under the trunk floor. InsideEVs · Jul 15
Volkswagen's New ID. Cross Is Its Cheapest Electric SUV Yet It starts at 28,000 euros in Germany and goes 271 miles on a single charge with the optional battery. Motor1 · Jul 15
Volkswagen’s ID Cross small electric SUV has been revealed – and I’ve already driven it Volkswagen’s new baby electric SUV has a 271-mile range, a surprisingly luxurious interior and a boot big enough to sit in – and an early prototype drive suggests it’s every bit as polished as it looks The Independent UK · Jul 15
Volkswagen unveils its innovative eBike with the world's first integrated rear-view camera and smart glasses This Volkswagen eBike has a rear-view camera, blind-spot alerts, and a HUD. TechRadar · Jul 15
Volkswagen Warns of up to 100,000 Job Cuts: Why Analysts Are Calling It a Negotiating Tactic Volkswagen may cut up to 100,000 jobs globally as part of a major restructuring effort, driven by declining profits and increased competition. Analysts suggest this could be a negotiation tactic. International Business Times UK · Jul 14
Volkswagen Group Internal Memo Reportedly Calls For Doubling Layoffs CEO Oliver Blume told the staff a 'theoretical reduction' of another 50,000 jobs is under consideration. Motor1 · Jul 14
Future of the VW Osnabrück plant: Is the Iron Dome missile deal at risk of collapse? Vehicle production at VW in Osnabrück is scheduled to end in 2027, meaning around 2,300 jobs depend on a follow-up solution. Euronews · Jul 14
Police in Australia release unseen photo of British backpacker Joanne Lees 25 years after murder of partner Peter Falconio and Joanne Lees were travelling across the country in a van when they were ambushed by Bradley Murdoch on the isolated highway The Independent UK · Jul 14
New police images released to mark 25th anniversary of Peter Falconio’s murder Bradley John Murdoch was convicted in 2005 of murdering Mr Falconio in Australia’s Northern Territory on July 14 2001. Evening Standard · Jul 14
Volkswagen is Fighting Rising Costs and Global Competition. Its CEO Says 100,000 People Could Be Laid Off To Reorganize Volkswagen CEO Oliver Blume has warned employees that the German automotive giant may need to eliminate roughly 50,000 additional jobs on top of previously announced workforce reductions. International Business Times · Jul 13
The Guardian view on Volkswagen’s crisis: another wake-up call for Germany and the EU Editorial: Robust action is needed to protect European industries from unfair competition. The alternative is social strife amid growing insecurity The Guardian - UK · Jul 13
VW chief confirms plan to cut 50,000 jobs as board rejects plant closures Oliver Blume tells staff restructuring proposal includes ‘controversial decisions’ but he has broad support The Guardian - UK · Jul 13
VW Is Killing Half Its Models And Focusing On Automotive Business. Is a Ducati Sale Forthcoming? Ducati's parent company, Volkswagen, has not been shy about the possibility of selling the Borgo Panigale brand due to its own financial struggles. But its recent move to cut half its own lineup could be foretelling the future of Ducati within the organization. RideApart · Jul 13
The Economic Times · Jul 13 Volkswagen CEO says 50,000 more job cuts may be needed to close competitive gap Volkswagen's CEO revealed plans for up to 50,000 additional job cuts. This move aims to match rival automakers' competitiveness and reduce costs. The company faces tariff expenses and strong competition in China. Management is assessing necessary and feasible adjustments across all brands. Labor representatives reportedly blocked initial restructuring proposals from…
Motor1 · Jul 13 Jetta And Taycan Among 10 Cars Facing The Axe At VW Group: Report Several important nameplates are allegedly facing the chopping block.
Motor1 · Jul 13 VW Group Boss Admits The Real Problem: Its Cars Aren't Profitable Enough Further cost-cutting measures are underway to turn things around.
The Canberra Times · Jul 13 Two more P-platers grounded after police speeding blitz Among the speedsters, is a 20-year-old man accused of drug driving.
Motor1 · Jul 12 Man Installs New Doors For His Volkswagen Golf. Then He Realizes How Badly He Miscalculated: ‘This Is Why AutoZone Employees Ask’ "How could this have happened?"
The Independent UK · Jul 12 Volkswagen CEO looks to avoid plant closures as automaker moves to cut costs Volkswagen’s CEO has indicated that he’s trying to avoid closing plants as he seeks to turn around the automaker’s performance
The Independent UK · Jul 11 Major German carmakers hit by steep China sales plunge as competition heats up Major German carmakers are experiencing sharp quarterly sales declines in China, the world's biggest auto market
InsideEVs · Jul 11 Toyota's EV Sales Have More Than Doubled This Year Toyota used to lag behind on EVs. Now the C-HR, bZ, and bZ Woodland are helping it grow its EV sales as others falter.
The Economic Times · Jul 11 Why Volkswagen replaced lawnmowers with 100 sheep at its Poland solar farm and how the unusual move is helping power its factory, cut emissions and boost biodiversity Volkswagen's solar farm in Poland now uses one hundred sheep for grazing. These animals maintain grass growth beneath thousands of solar panels, replacing mechanical mowers. The initiative is part of a growing agrivoltaics movement combining agriculture and renewable energy. Researchers are studying animal welfare, biodiversity, and microclimate changes at the…
The Economic Times · Jul 10 Bankruptcy boom: Businesses going broke in Europe's biggest economy Germany faces a widespread corporate insolvency crisis impacting numerous sectors. High energy costs and industrial decline are major contributing factors to this trend. Small and medium-sized businesses are disproportionately affected by these economic pressures. Structural issues like high taxes and bureaucracy also hinder competitiveness. Government reforms aim to address these…
Motor1 · Jul 10 This Is Why Volkswagen Group Is In Trouble Again Volkswagen Group recently announced it plans to cut the number of models it offers by up to half.