(IN BRIEF) Volkswagen is significantly expanding its support for renewable energy projects across Europe, backing 26 solar and wind farms in nine countries, including the Djupdal wind farm in Sweden. These initiatives generated approximately 1.1 terawatt-hours of electricity in 2024, … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Technology
Tagged 000 charging points, 1.1 terawatt-hours, 2024, 750, charging network, CO2 footprint, decarbonization, Djupdal wind farm, dynamic energy tariff, electric vehicles, EU green electricity mix, Europe, Fraunhofer Institute, green power projects, ID. models, ID. vehicles, ID.4, partnership, rapid chargers, renewable electricity, renewable energy, renewable energy tariff, solar farms, sustainability, Sweden, Volkswagen, Volkswagen ID. fleet, Volkswagen Naturstrom Flex, wind farms
(IN BRIEF) Volkswagen celebrates 50 years of the Polo, an iconic small car that has sold over 20 million units across six generations since its debut in 1975. Renowned for its affordability, quality, and innovation, the Polo has become a … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Business, Germany, News
Tagged 1975 Polo L, 2025, 50 Years, Advanced Technology, affordability, affordable mobility, anniversary, Bremen Classic Motorshow, digital technology, global bestseller, hill climb Polo, historic models, INNOVATION, legacy, motorsport achievements, Polo, Quality, safety features, six generations, small car, Volkswagen, Volkswagen Classic, World Rally Championship
(IN BRIEF) Volkswagen and SAIC Motor have extended their joint venture, SAIC VOLKSWAGEN, until 2040, marking 40 years of partnership. The agreement accelerates the transformation of China’s automotive industry through electrification, innovation, and sustainability under Volkswagen’s “In China, for China” … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Business, Environment, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged CHINA, Decarbonized Mobility, ELECTRIC, partnership, Ralf Brandstätter, SAIC, SAIC Volkswagen, sustainability, Volkswagen, Wang Xiaoqiu
(IN BRIEF) Kjell Gruner has been named President and CEO of Volkswagen Group of America and CEO of the Volkswagen Brand North America, effective December 12, 2024. He replaces Pablo Di Si, who stepped down, with interim leadership by Gerrit … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Outlaw Parts Culture, a leading supplier of premium classic Volkswagen car parts, has launched its new online platform, offering a comprehensive destination for Volkswagen and Porsche enthusiasts. The store features over 10,000 carefully curated parts, including engine components, … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Business, Portugal, Retail, Small Business
Tagged Beetle, body panels, Classic Car Parts, classic Volkswagen restoration, Engine Components, iconic vehicles, interior accessories, Karmann Ghia, online store, Outlaw Parts Culture, Porsche, Portuguese Startup, premium classic Volkswagen car parts, Rui Cruz, transmissions, Volkswagen, Volkswagen car parts, Volkswagen modification
(IN BRIEF) Volkswagen Group’s electric mobility brand, Elli, has launched the Elli Charger 2, a smart charging solution aimed at the European market. This new charger can reduce charging costs by up to 40% by utilizing solar surplus charging and … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Technology
Tagged electric vehicle charging, Elli, Elli Charger 2, Europe, Giovanni Palazzo, innovative, Otovo, Smart Charger 2, sustainability, Volkswagen
(IN BRIEF) Volkswagen Classic and Autostadt will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Volkswagen Golf and Scirocco at the prestigious Edelweiß-Bergpreis Rossfeld Berchtesgaden hill climb race, held in the Alps on September 28 and 29, 2024. They will showcase iconic … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Volkswagen Passenger Cars and SEAT S.A. have announced a leadership change in their finance departments, effective October 1, 2024. Patrik Andreas Mayer will become SEAT’s new Chief Financial and IT Officer, while David Powels, currently in that role, … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Business, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Spain, Technology
Tagged appointment, David Powels, finance, IT Departments, leadership, Patrik Andreas Mayer, SEAT, Thomas Schäfer, Volkswagen, Wayne Griffiths
(IN BRIEF) Volkswagen has partnered with the German start-up Revoltech GmbH to develop a 100% bio-based leather alternative made from industrial hemp. This sustainable material, named LOVR™, is being designed for use in car interiors and could be integrated into … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Environment, Germany, Industrial
Tagged 2028, ACCELERATE strategy, Andreas Walingen, automotive industry, bio-based adhesive, bio-based leather alternative, car interiors, circular material, collaboration, Components Development, compostable, customer feedback, design, eco-friendly, Germany, hemp fibers, industrial hemp, Kai Grünitz, large-scale production, LOVR™, Lucas Fuhrmann, Materials Technology, recyclable, resource conservation, Revoltech GmbH, sustainability, sustainable material, Volkswagen, Volkswagen Group Innovation
(IN BRIEF) Deutsche Telekom, Volkswagen Group Logistics, BIBA, and Unikie have launched the “AutoLog” project to automate logistics processes at the Emden port automotive terminal. The project uses Deutsche Telekom’s 5G network and edge data center technology to enhance efficiency. … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Business, Environment, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Technology, Telecom, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged 'AutoLog' Project, Automated Logistics, BIBA, Deutsche Telekom, Emden Port, partnership, sustainability, Unikie, Volkswagen
(IN BRIEF) Volkswagen has integrated ChatGPT, an advanced AI tool, into its latest vehicle models to enhance the functionality of its IDA online voice assistant. This integration allows drivers to interact with their vehicles using natural language, expanding beyond traditional … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Volkswagen Passenger Cars is gearing up for a change in its leadership as Martin Sander prepares to take the helm as the new Board Member for Sales, Marketing, and After Sales starting July 1, 2024. Succeeding Imelda Labbé, … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Business, Germany, Industrial, Management, News
Tagged appointment, Board member, Imelda Labbé, leadership, Martin Sander, Thomas Schäfer, Volkswagen
(IN BRIEF) Euro NCAP, the prestigious European consumer protection program, has granted the new Tiguan its highest safety rating of five stars, solidifying its position as one of the safest vehicles in its class. The third generation of the popular … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Awards, Business, Germany, Industrial, Management, News, Security & Safety, Technology
Tagged 5-Star Safety Rating, Awards, Euro NCAP, Tiguan, Volkswagen
(IN BRIEF) The Volkswagen ID.7 has achieved a historic milestone as the first vehicle ever to receive an overall rating of ‘very good’ with an average score of 1.5 in the rigorous ADAC vehicle test, conducted by experts from Europe’s … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Awards, Business, Environment, Financial, Germany, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Security & Safety, Technology
Tagged ADAC Vehicle Test, Awards, Dino Silvestro, Electric Saloon, Kai Grünitz, safety, sustainability, Volkswagen, Volkswagen ID.7
(IN BRIEF) At the Hannover Messe, Volkswagen Group’s subsidiary Elli, in collaboration with airborne wind turbine manufacturer EnerKíte and the Technical University of Braunschweig, unveils a pioneering research project with potential to revolutionize electric vehicle charging. The project harnesses high-altitude … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, Germany, Industrial, Investment, Management, Media, News, Technology
Tagged Bettina Stark-Watzinger, Elli, Energy-Autonomous EV Charging Solution, EnerKíte, Florian Breipohl, Hannover Messe, Mark Möller, partnership, sustainability, Technical University of Braunschweig, Volkswagen
(IN BRIEF) Feka Automotive, a prominent Serbian automotive lighting producer with ties to major global car manufacturers, including Toyota and Volkswagen, is set to undergo a significant expansion with the support of a €15 million loan from the European Bank … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Banks, Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Serbia, Technology, United Kingdom
Tagged automotive, EBRD, ENERGY, expansion, Feka Automotive, partnership, SERBIA, Stellantis, sustainability, Toyota, Volkswagen
(IN BRIEF) Volkswagen announces the upcoming GTI Fanfest, scheduled from July 26-28 at the Volkswagen Arena in Wolfsburg, with the theme “Icons Coming Home.” Tickets are available for purchase, offering access to a range of activities including car displays, stage … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Business, Entertainment, Germany, Industrial, Management, Marketing, Media, News, Technology
Tagged GTI Fanfest 2024, Imelda Labbé, Volkswagen
(IN BRIEF) Volkswagen Group’s subsidiary Elli has unveiled Charging Site Management, a comprehensive B2B solution designed to facilitate the electrification of fleets. This innovative product offers a modular portfolio including AC and DC charging hardware, integrated software solutions, and consulting … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, Germany, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Technology
Tagged B2B Charging Solutions, Charging Site Management, electrification, Elli, Michael Gotthelf, partnership, sustainability, Volkswagen
(IN BRIEF) Volkswagen celebrates 50 years of the Golf, Europe’s most successful car, with over 37 million units sold worldwide. Since its debut in 1974, the Golf has set industry standards, introducing innovations in technology, safety, and design across its … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Germany, Industrial, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged 50th anniversary, Andreas Mindt, automotive, Giorgio Giugiaro, golf, Herbert Schäfer, Hybrid, INNOVATION, Volkswagen
(IN BRIEF) Volkswagen Financial Services has announced a successful conclusion to the 2023 financial year, marked by an operating profit of EUR 3.25 billion. Despite challenges such as negative valuation effects and a challenging interest rate environment, the company achieved … Read the full press release
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