The future of autonomous driving is here – with Volkswagen throwing its hat in the ring. This month, VW launched their first autonomous driving test in Austin, Texas, with a batch of ten all-electric ID.Buzz SUVs. Developed in partnership with the tech company Mobileye, the vehicles are outfitted Volkswagen’s own autonomous driving planform to be…
The well-awaited return of the famous Microbus is back – in the three-row, all-electric ID.Buzz. Earlier this month, the ID.Buzz was finally unveiled in Huntington Beach, CA, debuting its longer wheelbase, larger battery, and increased horsepower than its European version released at the end of 2022. Retro design cues, cutting edge EV technology, and advanced…
Last month, Volkswagen of America, Inc. and Redwood Materials, Inc. began offering a convenient way for consumers to recycle their battery powered devices. With it’s official launch on this year’s Earth Day, this new project includes Redwood bins found in participating dealerships for an easy and safe drop off of rechargeable batteries and consumer devices….
vone will add North American design to his current role as Head of Design for Volkswagen South American Region. Pavone brings along his strong experience with innovative design processes, such as using augmented and virtual reality. “We have an ambitious growth agenda in North America with a Group goal of 10 percent market share by…
Volkswagen has introduced the next model to join the all-electric lineup: The ID.7 upper mid-size sedan. With an estimated potential range of up to 435 miles / 700 km, a revised powertrain, spacious interior and premium technology, the ID.7 is perfect for any long-distance drive you’re planning to embark on. Set to take over the…
The new 2024 Atlas lineup is receiving more than a facelift. This summer, the new Atlas family will contain the Atlas Peak Edition – a rugged adventure look, based on the previous Basecamp Concept from 2019. With black-out detailing and a unique interior palette, the Peak Edition is sure to elevate your dive no matter…
Safety should always be first – especially on the road. During a recent carjacking incident in the Chicago area, involving a child in a stolen Volkswagen Atlas, law enforcement vehicle tracking was delayed because of a process failure involving a request for a subscription payment prior to obtaining vehicle locator information. “The family was thankfully…
This month, Volkswagen unveiled the refreshed Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport models during the 2023 Chicago Auto Show. The new 2024 models are built with significant interior upgrades, enhanced technology, premium light treatments on the exterior, and new 2.0-liter turbo powertrain to replace the previous four-cylinder. With a significant refresh from the inside out, the…
