All articles tagged with #volkswagen
Originally Published 7 days ago — by Electrek
Volkswagen has introduced a revamped interior for its upcoming affordable EV lineup, starting with the ID. Polo, featuring more physical buttons, an updated infotainment system, interactive lighting, and software enhancements, aiming to improve driver comfort and functionality.
Originally Published 8 days ago — by InsideEVs
Volkswagen's new ID. Polo electric car reintroduces physical buttons for controls, contrasting with previous models, and features a modern interior with recycled materials, aiming to offer an affordable, spacious, and sustainable urban EV starting at less than $30,000, with sales beginning in April 2026.
Originally Published 8 days ago — by Gizmodo
Volkswagen is reintroducing physical buttons in its cars, starting with the new ID. Polo, addressing consumer feedback on touchscreen controls, and also experimenting with non-circular steering wheels, signaling a shift back to traditional controls in its vehicle interiors.
Originally Published 8 days ago — by Engadget
Volkswagen's ID. Polo EV features a nostalgic interior with physical buttons, switches, and a knob for controls, marking a shift back to tangible controls in modern cars, alongside digital displays, as part of Volkswagen's commitment to reintroduce physical controls in their vehicles.
Originally Published 9 days ago — by Volkswagen Newsroom
Volkswagen has unveiled the all-new ID. Polo with a redesigned, customer-focused cockpit featuring intuitive controls, high-quality materials, and retro-inspired digital displays that evoke the first Golf, emphasizing comfort, modern software, and a friendly atmosphere in its compact electric vehicle.
Originally Published 14 days ago — by Volkswagen Newsroom
Volkswagen is celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Golf GTI in 2026 with special events, a powerful anniversary model Golf GTI EDITION 5001, and the debut of the all-electric ID. Polo GTI, marking five decades of success for the iconic compact sports car.
Originally Published 23 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 23 days ago — by Electrek
Volkswagen will not produce the 2026 ID.Buzz electric minibus for the US market, citing market conditions, but plans to bring it back in 2027. The decision allows VW to focus on current inventory and prepare for the next model year, amid challenges like policy changes and market competition. The ID.Buzz, popular for its design and affordability, faced sales and policy hurdles, prompting speculation about its future at a potentially lower price or with enhanced features.
Originally Published 24 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 26 days ago — by Gizmodo
Volkswagen has closed its Dresden plant in Germany after 88 years and plans to transform it into an AI, robotics, and chip design research hub in collaboration with Saxony's government and TU Dresden, as part of its strategy to adapt to economic challenges, including tariffs, trade tensions, and fierce competition in China. The company aims to invest heavily in AI and technology to enhance its vehicle development and production processes, amidst industry-wide shifts towards autonomous and AI-driven vehicles.
Originally Published 27 days ago — by InsideEVs
The Volkswagen ID. Polo is an upcoming affordable subcompact electric car, starting at under $29,000, with a range of up to 280 miles on a full charge, featuring multiple battery options and a front-wheel drive layout, aimed at competing in the mass-market EV segment.
Originally Published 27 days ago — by Volkswagen Newsroom
Volkswagen is preparing to launch the ID. Polo, an electric compact car set for 2026, featuring multiple power options, increased space, advanced assistance systems, and a new design language, marking a significant step in making electric mobility more accessible in Europe.
Originally Published 29 days ago — by Financial Times
Volkswagen is preparing for its first-ever production shutdown in Germany in its 88-year history, marking a significant event in the automotive industry.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Reuters
Volkswagen's CEO Oliver Blume announced that the company currently has enough chip supply, despite ongoing global shortages and a Chinese export ban on finished products from Nexperia, which affects European automakers. Blume emphasized the fragility of the current chip crisis and called for a swift political solution. Meanwhile, Porsche faces significant challenges with declining sales in China and U.S. tariffs, leading to a substantial third-quarter loss, but expects a positive trend from 2026. Blume also plans to step down as Porsche CEO in 2026, with Michael Leiters as his successor.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by CyberSecurityNews
Volkswagen is suspected to have been targeted by the ransomware group 8Base, which claims to have stolen and leaked sensitive data, including employee and financial information, though the company states its core IT remains unaffected. The incident highlights ongoing cybersecurity threats to major industries and the importance of third-party risk management.