Automoto Network

Five additional tips on the right way to care for your car: Checking fluids It’s not only the driver who needs to be prepared for the cold season, the car does as well. A coolant spindle shows whether there is enough antifreeze in the cooler. The reading should be at least 20 degrees below zero […] November 12, 2021 at 07:49AM

In his role as Head of Heritage Communications at Volkswagen AG, Dieter Landenberger explains the meaning of the image for Volkswagen: “The power plant represents much more than an industrial building; it is a landmark in Wolfsburg and a symbol for change, as we are going to operate the power plant in a very sustainable […] November 05, 2021 at 07:47AM

The setting could hardly have been more appropriate than the Zeithaus at Autostadt. Surrounded by milestones in the history of the automobile, one of the key personalities in the history of Volkswagen, Prof. Dr. Carl H. Hahn, was inducted into the FIVA Heritage Hall of Fame. The man who already believed in success in China […] November 05, 2021 at 07:47AM

“The ID.5 is electric, sporty and elegant. Our premium SUV coupé with all-electric drive marks another milestone in our ACCELERATE strategy,” says Ralf Brandstätter, brand CEO. “It offers locally carbon-neutral driving enjoyment for a discerning customer group. We are breaking into a completely new market segment with this model.” Elegant and dynamic design, outstanding aerodynamics, […] November 04, 2021 at 07:48AM

Jens Wiese, Head of Group M&A, Investment Advisory and Partnerships at Volkswagen, says: “In order to decarbonize the transport sector, we will need a wide range of innovations. In addition to our own activities, in the future we will also increasingly rely on cooperation with start-ups to achieve this. The partnership with EIT InnoEnergy will […] November 04, 2021 at 07:48AM

Volkswagen is transforming into the direction of electrification and digitalisation with the ACCELERATE! strategy. The ID.5 gives Volkswagen further impetus on its way to becoming a software-oriented mobility provider. With the third model to be launched in Europe, the all-electric ID. family moves into the popular, premium-oriented SUV coupé segment. The world premiere of the […] November 02, 2021 at 07:48AM

In terms of BEV deliveries by region, Europe was still clearly in the lead, with 209,800 vehicles (share of 72 percent). The Group was the market leader here, accounting for a BEV market share of around 26 percent. In the USA, the Group delivered 27,300 BEVs, which corresponded to 9 percent of its global BEV deliveries. This gave the Group […] October 16, 2021 at 07:49AM

Following the debut at the motor show in Chengdu, Chinese customers will be able to reserve an ID.3 via a pre-booking system prior to the market launch in October. Recent months have already seen a growing number of customers choosing an ID.4 or ID.6. As a result, deliveries of vehicles from the ID. family have […] August 30, 2021 at 07:48AM

The ID.5 GTX is the first all-electric powered SUV coupé from Volkswagen. With its fluid lines, the ID.5 GTX is elegant and sporty. Short overhangs and big wheels highlight its strong character. Strong front, elegant body In the high front, the IQ.Light LED matrix headlights, which generate an intelligently controlled high beam, give the front […] August 07, 2021 at 07:47AM

Herbert Diess, CEO of the Volkswagen Group: “We’re keeping up our high pace, both operationally and strategically. The record result in the first half of the year is clear proof of how strong our brands are and how attractive their products are. The premium segment performed especially well with double-digit returns, as did Financial Services. Our […] July 30, 2021 at 07:47AM

For Volkswagen, one of the world’s leading automakers and a leader in the transition to the zero-emissions future of mobility, the transaction with Europcar, a major provider of mobility services including vehicle hire and car sharing, provides a compelling opportunity to create a leading mobility platform. The consortium aims to effect a successful transformation of […] July 29, 2021 at 07:48AM

The further decarbonization of shipping will result in substantial CO2 reductions, with the use of liquid gas enabling Volkswagen to cut the ships’ CO2 emissions by up to 25 percent (tank-to-wake). “In line with the Group’s commitment to e-mobility and climate-neutral production, the LNG fleet used by Logistics represents a major contribution to making Volkswagen […] July 15, 2021 at 07:48AM

Both sides will team up for fast cell industrialization at the Volkswagen-owned Salzgitter plant with Gotion High-Tech acting as technology partner for the cell factory layout, machinery, and production processes. In addition, Volkswagen (China) Investment Company Ltd. (VCIC) and Hefei Gotion High-Tech Power Energy Co., Ltd. agreed that Gotion High-Tech will develop the first generation […] July 14, 2021 at 07:47AM

Francesco Venturini, Enel X CEO, said: “We share with Volkswagen a joint vision on global electrification of transport, so a partnership with them came naturally for us: the energy transition requires teamwork. The EU auto industry and the energy sector have the required expertise and means to make the energy transition happen as quickly as […] July 14, 2021 at 07:47AM

The Group Board of Management presented its strategy, aimed at maintaining the Group’s role as a global leader in an automotive industry shaped by e-mobility and software, to the Supervisory Board under the heading “New Auto”. Since – having set its course accordingly six years ago – Volkswagen is already well on the way to […] July 10, 2021 at 07:49AM

The deliveries to customers of the Volkswagen Group continued to recover strongly in the first half of the current year, leading to a very strong Group turnover as well as a very high operating profit. Also the reported Automotive net cash position showed a very positive development. The bottleneck in semiconductors has shifted and will […] July 10, 2021 at 07:49AM

“I am very pleased to have been able to exchange views today with the companies that provide solutions for the implementation of the Green Deal, the decarbonization of the economy, green transition and energy efficiency. As the European Commission prepares to present its “Fit for 55” energy and climate package with measures to reduce greenhouse […] July 08, 2021 at 07:48AM

The Golf R Estate may be exceptionally sporty, but it also retains all the characteristics you’d expect from a Golf estate: this is a versatile all-rounder, a comfortable leisure-oriented and family-friendly estate car for all walks of life. Its suitability for everyday use is in no way compromised by the R-specific sports running gear (lower […] July 08, 2021 at 07:48AM

“As a result of the increasing digitalization of cars, new interfaces to our customers are being created inside and outside their vehicles. Now more than ever before, an integrated customer experience and the rapid implementation of customers’ requirements have become a key differentiating factor,” says Ralf Brandstätter, CEO of the Volkswagen brand. “Volkswagen is evolving […] July 07, 2021 at 07:47AM

Ralf Brandstätter, CEO of the Volkswagen Passenger Cars brand: “Volkswagen is moving up a gear when it comes to digitalisation. After the successful roll-out of our all-electric ID. family, the brand is once again leading the movement: we are creating a totally new, digital customer experience with new functions and greater comfort – every twelve […] July 06, 2021 at 07:49AM