Volkswagen: News
Vokswagen is a German automaker under the Volkswagen Group, with its headquarters based in Wolfsburg. It was founded in 1937 by the German Labour Front, an organization under the Nazi party led by Adolf Hitler in Berlin. Volkswagen, which can be translated to “people’s car” was a project aimed at producing an affordable vehicle which could fit two adults and three children. The iconic Beetle was one of the carmaker’s first designed cars in collaboration with Porsche, followed by Golf, Scirocco, and Polo. Over the years, the company has also been a part of many controversies, including the Dieselgate scandal. Currently in India, its portfolio entails a range of SUVs like Tiguan and T-Roc, hatchbacks like Polo and Polo GT, and sedans like the Vento and Passat.
Auto stocks slide as India-EU deal makes European cars cheaper
Shares of major Indian automobile manufacturers such as Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M), Maruti Suzuki India, and Tata Motors have taken a hit.
India, EU sign trade deal: What's getting cheaper for you
India and the European Union (EU) have signed a major free trade agreement (FTA) today.
Budget 2026: GST reforms, EV ecosystem key for auto growth
Piyush Arora, the Managing Director and CEO of Skoda Auto Volkswagen India, has stressed the need for policy continuity and a strong electric vehicle (EV) ecosystem in the upcoming Union Budget.
Volkswagen's new massive range-extending EV looks like a Range Rover
Volkswagen has unveiled its first electric vehicle (EV) with a range-extending petrol engine, the ID. Era 9X.
Volkswagen brings back physical buttons in upcoming ID. Polo EV
Volkswagen is reintroducing physical buttons in its latest compact electric vehicle (EV), the ID. Polo.
Volkswagen will launch these cars next year
Volkswagen is gearing up for a busy 2026, with plans to launch a wave of new electric vehicles (EVs) globally.
Volkswagen offers discounts up to ₹1.55L in December
Volkswagen India has launched a special campaign called 'Volkswagen FastFest' to celebrate Christmas and the New Year.
Volkswagen will make its 1st automotive chip for Chinese cars
Volkswagen, through its existing joint venture with China's Horizon Robotics, is set to develop the German automaker's first proprietary chip for smart driving.
How Volkswagen Group is navigating the automotive chip crisis
Volkswagen Group, the parent company of Audi and Porsche, has confirmed a stable supply of chips for the time being.
'Dieselgate': Volkswagen to appeal court ruling on Golf Plus emissions
Volkswagen, the German automobile giant, has announced its decision to appeal a court ruling related to the infamous "Dieselgate" scandal.
Porsche shares plummet over 7% as EV rollout faces delays
Porsche's shares plummeted over 7% on Monday, following a warning about delays in its electric vehicle (EV) rollout.
India-EU FTA to complete by December-end: Piyush Goyal
Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has expressed confidence in the ongoing negotiations for a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and the European Union (EU).
GST 2.0: Volkswagen cuts car prices by up to ₹3.3L
Volkswagen India has announced a major price cut across its entire model range, effective September 22.
Billions lost due to US tariffs: Volkswagen CEO
Oliver Blume, the CEO of Volkswagen, has revealed that the company has lost billions of euros due to US tariffs this year. The situation has particularly affected its key brands.
This is how Volkswagen's future entry-level EV will look like
Volkswagen has unveiled its latest compact electric SUV concept, the ID. CROSS.
Volkswagen hit with record $30M fine for exploiting Amazon workers
Brazil's labor court has slapped Volkswagen with a historic fine of 165 million reais ($30 million) for exploiting workers at a company-owned farm in the Amazon during the 1970s and 1980s.
Lesser-known facts about Rolls-Royce, the British luxury carmaker
Rolls-Royce is synonymous with luxury and sophistication. The British carmaker has been a symbol of status and wealth for more than a century.
Volkswagen retires its flagship Touareg SUV after 24 years
Volkswagen is set to retire its flagship Touareg SUV by the end of 2026, according to a report by Autocar UK.
Trump tariffs cost Volkswagen $1.5B in first half of 2025
Volkswagen, the German automotive giant, has reported a massive financial blow due to tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump.
Why SKODA, Volkswagen have recalled select cars in India
SKODA Auto Volkswagen India Limited (SAVWIPL) has announced a voluntary recall of 1,821 cars over possible defects in the seatbelt assembly.
Why Volkswagen has recalled more than 16,500 cars globally
Volkswagen has issued a global recall for 16,510 vehicles due to a potential airbag malfunction.
Why Renault, SKODA, and Volkswagen are struggling in India
European mass-market car manufacturers such as Renault, Volkswagen, and SKODA are having a tough time expanding their footprint in India.
Audi reverses EV strategy, more combustion cars coming ahead
Audi has officially scrapped its plan to end the development and sale of internal combustion engines (ICEs) by 2033.
This is the fastest Volkswagen car at the Nurburgring racetrack
Volkswagen's Golf GTI Edition 50 has set a new benchmark for the brand at the Nurburgring, Germany.
These are the fastest cars to lap Germany's Nurburgring circuit
The Nurburgring circuit in Germany is one of the most challenging and iconic race tracks in the world.
Volkswagen teams up with OPPO for smarter connected cars
Volkswagen has signed a global patent licensing agreement with Chinese smartphone giant OPPO.
Why 20,000 Volkswagen employees have accepted voluntary retirement
Volkswagen is planning to lay off 35,000 employees in Germany by the end of this decade.
Honda is bringing its Volkswagen Golf GTI rival to India
Honda is bringing its high-performance hatchback, the Civic Type R, to India, as per AutoX.
Meet Volkswagen Golf GTI, India's most expensive hatchback at ₹53L
Volkswagen has launched its latest offering, the Golf GTI Mk 8.5, in India at ₹53 lakh (ex-showroom).
Volkswagen now accepting bookings for first hot hatchback in India
Volkswagen has officially started taking bookings for its Golf GTI model in India. The launch is slated for the end of the month.
SKODA, Volkswagen recall over 47,000 cars in India—Check affected models
SKODA Auto Volkswagen India, the Indian subsidiary of Volkswagen Group, has announced a voluntary recall for all five locally manufactured cars.
Uber, Volkswagen join forces to launch robotaxi service in US
Uber and Volkswagen have teamed up to launch a commercial robotaxi service in several US cities over the next 10 years.
40 fixes in 4 months—Ford leads auto recalls in 2025
US auto giant Ford has issued as many as 40 recalls between January 1 and April 18, more than any other automaker this year.
Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line goes official in India at ₹49L
Volkswagen has launched its latest offering, the Tiguan R-Line, in India.
How automakers are responding to Trump's import tariffs
The recent imposition of a 25% tariff on imported vehicles by the Trump administration has prompted significant responses from global automakers.
After US, EU urges India to remove car import tariffs
As part of a trade agreement, the European Union (EU) is urging the Indian government to remove high tariffs on car imports.
Trump's tariffs on imported cars: How global automakers are responding
Global automakers, including Volkswagen and Mercedes-Benz, are preparing for the blow of President Donald Trump's recently imposed 25% tariffs on imported cars.
Volkswagen, Ford among 15 automakers fined whopping $495M: Here's why
Volkswagen and Stellantis are among the 15 automakers that have been fined a total of €458 million ($495 million) by European Union (EU) antitrust regulators. They were fined for their involvement in a vehicle recycling cartel.
These premium cars will be launched in India next month
The automotive industry in India is in for an exciting month this April, with a number of big car launches.
Volkswagen's most powerful SUV in India now up for booking
Volkswagen has started taking orders for the much-awaited Tiguan R-Line in India.