

Volkswagen

Volkswagen recalls 2021 Passat
Potential for brake failure forces recall of under 100 units

EU court in Austria advised Volkswagen vehicles using ‘illegal’ emissions software
Advisor says the technology can only be legal if helps prevent ‘dangerous sudden damage to the engine’

Volkswagen Beetle transformed into Gran Turismo Sport Gr.3 race spec
JP Performance and Prior Design have completed a real-life replica of the VW Beetle Gr.3 from Gran Turismo Sport – and it looks race ready

Takata lawsuits in NSW settled by major car companies for $52 million
Toyota, Subaru, Honda, BMW, Nissan, and Mazda have agreed to settle cases before the NSW Supreme Court related to the deadly Takata airbags

Skoda Enyaq coming to Australia, timing to be confirmed
The Czech automaker “is confident” timing of when the model can be expected here will be announced during 2022

Volkswagen confirms production of all-wheel drive ID hatchback
Golf R-rivalling EV to provide all-paw power

VW awarded legal costs after winning Supreme Court case over Takata airbags recall – UPDATE
The judge noted the airbag had already been replaced before court proceedings began – and has now awarded the carmaker legal fees

Uber challenges Government to act to boost EV sales
World EV Day sparks greater debate about issues holding Australia back

2022 Volkswagen Touareg R: VW’s first plug-in hybrid confirmed for Australia
Volkswagen’s first plug-in hybrid model is coming to local shores, boasting big power

Chip shortage will impact industry for years, car company bosses warn
Amid factory shutdowns, carmakers are predicting the current situation will go on for some time yet

Volkswagen reveals latest member of the ID. electric family – the ID. Life concept
Cut-price VW EV could be a revolution for the brand’s future

Volkswagen debuts autonomous ID. Buzz at IAA Munich
Autonomous version of electric van set to be given 2025 production berth

Volkswagen to pay over $56m in settlement with US owners for Takata airbag recall
Despite no deaths recorded in its vehicles, VW has had to pay a hefty sum

Volkswagen set to ditch manual transmissions from 2030 – report
A push towards electrification comes at the cost of three-pedal cars

2021 Munich motor show: What to expect
A complete run-down of what’s expected at this year’s show

New patents could reveal electric Chevrolet SUV
Is this GM’s newest addition to the growing segment?

2022 Volkswagen ID.5 teased – UPDATE: September reveal confirmed
First sneak peek of the latest electric offering

Volkswagen boss says Group “considering” market possibilities for Porsche to go public
Nothing has been confirmed but Herbert Diess has set tongues wagging after making comments at a meeting last week

Volkswagen Australia launches website to provide stock delay updates
Mounting VW delays due to semi-conductor shortage lead to local website launch

Volkswagen recalls 2012-16 Beetle over airbag inflation issue
Potential issue not related to worldwide Takata recall

2022 Taigo unveiled as Volkswagen’s latest crossover offering
Lifted coupe-hatch expected to slot between T-Cross and T-Roc

Volkswagen recalls 2021 Touareg over rear axle fault
Only 67 cars are impacted by the issue resulting from manufacturing specifications not being met

Semi-conductor shortage restricts Australian arrival of Volkswagen Arteon Shooting Brake
Delay only affects numbers of Shooting Brake variants, not liftbacks

Cupra appoints local Volkswagen Group trio to top jobs
The three will start working for the brand in the coming weeks