Solid-state car batteries are like the Apple Car - constantly around the corner, never actually materializing with their promised longer ranges and shorter charging times. So far, at least. But, that is definitely not stopping car makers from...
The top selling EV in the US in 2023 was the Tesla Model Y, with 394,497 units sold. It was followed by the Model 3 with 220,910 units sold, and the Chevrolet Bolt EV/EUV with 62,045, though keep in mind these are two different models counted...
Volkswagen has reported an increase in its vehicle deliveries in 2023 on a yearly basis, with the highest jump coming from its electric car sales. Taking into account VW’s recent - and numerous - report of manufacturing pauses due to a lack of...
Volkswagen announced plans to incorporate AI-powered chatbot ChatGPT into its vehicles equipped with the IDA voice assistant. This announcement, made at CES 2024 in Las Vegas, signals Volkswagen's commitment to enhancing the driving experience...
Volkswagen just took decisive step to compete better with Tesla and other electric vehicle makers by cutting prices and revising trim levels on its ID line of full-electric vehicles. Lower-priced versions of the ID.3, ID.4, and ID.5 are now...
Volkswagen released the ID.7 only last year, with first customers getting their hands on the electric sedan only recently. The ID.7 is touted as the sedan we have all been waiting for - a comfortable, electric long-range cruiser that wants to...
QuantumScape, an American company counting Volkswagen among its biggest investors, reports a groundbreaking achievement with its latest solid-state battery technology. The battery completed over 1,000 charging cycles with an impressive 95% capacity...
SAIC Volkswagen, having first introduced the ID.3 to the Chinese market in 2021, is back with a 2024 refresh for both the ID.3 and ID.4 models. The updated ID.3, now available in two configurations, comes with a price point of RMB 163,888 ($23,000)...
Volkswagen Anhui, the offspring of a German-Chinese automotive alliance, has kicked off the production of the Cupra Tavascan destined for European roads. The company, created in 2017 as a collaboration between Volkswagen and Anhui Jianghuai...
In 1974, Volkswagen's introduction of the Golf marked a revolutionary shift in the automotive landscape, replacing the legendary Beetle with front-wheel drive and a versatile design. Fast forward to its 50th birthday in 2024, and the Golf is gearing...
Volkswagen, once the pioneer of affordable electric vehicles, is desperately trying to disrupt the market with its future offering – the ID.2all. Priced at a modest $27,000 (for now it's just a promise), this budget-friendly electric car wants to...
Volkswagen, Audi, Porsche, and Scout Motors have finally committed to the North American Charging Standard (NACS) starting in 2025. The announcement, made today, is seen by many as a move necessary for survival in a market where Tesla has set the...
The recently launched Volkswagen ID.7 Vizzion in China, priced at RMB 237,700 (currently around $33,200), has garnered only 300 orders within the first 72 hours. Despite the attention generated at the Shanghai Auto Show, Chinese consumers seem...
Over the weekend, the German government - in stark contrast to what the French neighbors are doing - decided to abruptly stop its EV subsidy program. And we do mean abruptly - the announcement was made on December 16 and the halt went into effect on...
FAW-Volkswagen finally unleashed its ID.7 VIZZION onto the Chinese market on December 15. Priced at a seemingly competitive RMB 227,777 (approximately $32,000), this new entrant in the EV arena claims to be a “game-changer”, but skepticism hangs in...
In a strategic move to expand its electric SUV lineup, Volkswagen is set to introduce the ID.2all SUV, a compact electric crossover slated to hit the market in 2026. This latest addition to the ID-badged family promises affordability and...
The new Volkswagen ID.7 has received a five-star safety rating from the Euro NCAP (European New Car Assessment Programme) safety test. In a year that has seen the launch of several impressive electric vehicles, the ID.7 has secured its place among...
Volkswagen is finally introducing bidirectional charging technology in Europe. Bidirectional charging, often referred to as Vehicle-to-Home (V2H) technology, allows electric vehicles to not only draw power from the grid but also to give back to...
Volkswagen announced a new safety feature dubbed exit warning system. It will come as standard for the ID.7, the new Passat and the new Tiguan. These cars come with all the hardware needed for the feature to work, whereas the Golf, ID.4 and the ID.5...
XPeng Motors announced the completion of Volkswagen's substantial $700 million investment in the company. That translates into a 4.99% stake in XPeng Motors. In addition to the substantial investment, Volkswagen also secured an observer seat...
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