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Originally Published 24 days ago — by InsideEVs
Volkswagen will not produce the 2026 model of the ID. Buzz in the U.S. due to slow sales, high prices, and market conditions, though the model is not canceled entirely. The EV faced challenges like tariffs, limited range, and policy shifts, leading VW to focus on current inventory and future models instead.
Originally Published 25 days ago — by Jalopnik
The article discusses cars that never lived up to their potential, highlighting the Volkswagen ID Buzz as an example due to its disappointing interior quality and limited range despite its promising design and engineering capabilities.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Verge
Volkswagen will begin testing autonomous vehicles in the US, starting with driverless versions of its ID Buzz electric microbus. The fleet will be tested on public roads in Austin, Texas, with the aim of launching a robotaxi service in 2026. VW had originally planned to use technology from Argo AI, but after pulling funding, it is now developing the hardware and software in-house, along with partner Mobileye. The initial fleet of 10 ID Buzz microbuses will be equipped with autonomous driving software and sensors, with a trained safety driver behind the wheel. VW's autonomous driving software is developed by subsidiary Cariad.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by KABC-TV
Volkswagen is bringing back its iconic microbus in the form of the all-electric ID Buzz, which will arrive in the US in 2024 as a three-row passenger van. The retro-inspired vehicle pays homage to the brand's heritage while also being completely modern in every way. No battery range or price details have been released yet, but it's expected to cost around $60,000. Volkswagen is also considering a self-driving version and a camper version of the ID Buzz.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by InsideEVs
Volkswagen Group of America CEO, Pablo Di Si, has confirmed that there will be no price gouging on the new all-electric ID. Buzz LWB minivan, which is set to go on sale in the US in Q3 2023. Di Si said that the company needs to find a fair way to keep dealers and customers happy, but that there will be no overpricing. The German automaker is still figuring out a solution to avoid dealer markups and is looking to adopt a no-haggle strategy for the sales of its EVs, similar to Ford.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by HYPEBEAST
Volkswagen has unveiled its electric ID. Buzz model, marking the return of the VW Bus in North America. The high-efficiency vehicle is one of the most spacious electric models on the market, with room for up to seven people and a large luggage compartment. Equipped with electric rear-wheel drive, the ID. Buzz features a third row of seats and up to 2,469 liters of storage. The vehicle will be available in North America in 2024.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WDTN.com
Volkswagen is bringing back the classic Microbus as the ID. Buzz, an electric vehicle set to hit dealerships in 2024. The new vehicle will feature a two-tone paint exterior and have space for up to seven seats. Interested buyers can sign up for updates on the Volkswagen website.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Electrek.co
VW has unveiled a three-row version of its ID. Buzz electric microbus, with deliveries starting next year in the US. The new version has 282hp, a top speed of 99 mph, 91kWh of battery, and is 10 inches longer than the two-row European spec. The extra row of seats takes up some of that space, but the 2nd row folds flat and 3rd row can be removed. The North American model also comes in three new colors that aren’t available on the European spec: Cabana Blue, Metro Silver, and Indium Grey. VW hasn’t yet specified a price for the US version of the ID.Buzz, but it starts in the $65K-$70K range in Europe after taxes.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CleanTechnica
Volkswagen has revealed the long-awaited ID. Buzz, a battery-electric version of the iconic VW Microbus, which will be offered to customers in North America. The long wheelbase version has an interior volume of 2,469 litres, enough for seven seats, and an 85 kWh battery, the largest fitted to any MEB-based vehicle. The LWB ID. Buzz will have a single electric motor driving the rear wheels, but a dual-motor, all-wheel-drive GTX version with an output of 250 kW will also be available. Delivery of the first ID. Buzz vehicles in America will start in 2024.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Volkswagen Newsroom
Volkswagen is bringing back the VW bus to North America with the ID. Buzz with long wheelbase, which will also be available in Europe. The world premiere will take place on June 2 in California, and the European premiere will be at the VW Bus Festival in Hanover from June 23 to 25. The ID. Buzz with long wheelbase has room for up to seven people and a large luggage compartment, and will be optionally available with an 85 kWh battery and a 210 kW electric drive motor. It also features a newly designed panoramic sunroof with smart glass and a head-up display. Delivery of the first ID. Buzz vehicles in America will start in 2024.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Verge
Volkswagen has unveiled the three-row, long-wheelbase version of its ID Buzz electric Microbus in California, which will be coming to the US. The new version offers more space for cargo and passengers, updated tech, and more powerful powertrains without compromising on style. The LWB ID Buzz is shorter in length than VW’s large Atlas SUV, while offering a longer wheelbase and five more inches of overall height. The ID Buzz will come with a long list of standard features, including a suite of active safety tech with hands-on Level 2 highway assist. The three-row ID Buzz will go on sale in the US in 2024, with pricing yet to be announced.