VW launches ID Polo electric hatchback as Chinese EV competition intensifies
The ID Polo will compete in Europe's small EV segment against Chinese rivals such as the BYD Dolphin Surf and European competitors including the Renault 5.
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Which Slowpoke ’70s Classic Would You Fix Up? 1978 Toyota Corona vs 1979 VW Rabbit Diesel
You remember the old fable of the tortoise and the hare, right? Slow and steady wins the race. Today, we’re looking at two slow and steady cars from the ’70s, but in this case the “hare” might actually be the slower o...
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EV makers escalate fight for direct sales as VW-backed Scout challenges franchise laws
Electric vehicle makers including Rivian and Scout are using ballot threats and new legal tactics to bypass dealer franchise laws and sell directly to consumers.
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Bugatti’s Post-VW Era Begins as Porsche Sells Its Stake: TDS
Volkswagen saved Bugatti almost 30 years ago. Now that Porsche has sold its stake to an investment group, its future rests in Rimac's hands.
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Renault, Dacia and Alpine join major brands at 2026 Paris auto show
Dacia will show the Striker crossover at the Paris show and Alpine will preview the next A110. BMW, Mercedes, Hyundai, Kia, Smart, Stellantis and VW France will also attend.
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Weekend Drive: Ford’s tech shake-up; Nissan’s new vision
Automotive News reporters Larry P. Vellequette and Michael Martinez discuss organizational changes at Ford, Volkswagen’s financial hit from ending ID4 production in Tennessee and more.
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Global brands led by Volkswagen, GM, BMW double down on China bet with locally developed electric vehicles at Beijing auto show
International automakers from Volkswagen to BMW are rolling out electric vehicles developed with Chinese partners at the Beijing auto show. The strategy aims to reverse declining market share.
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Volkswagen promises new ID.3 and ID.4 will be ‘true’ EVs as it gears up for an all out EV blitz
After admitting it had lost touch with buyers, Volkswagen’s CEO promises to get it right with its new EV lineup launching this year. Volkswagen’s EV blitz kicks off next week, starting with the updated ID.3.
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Splashing in the Mainstream: 2003 Mid-Size Sedan Comparison Test
If a mid-size family sedan is what you want, the market is flooded with 'em. We compare the Dodge Stratus, Honda Accord, Hyundai Sonata, Kia Optima, Mazda 6, Nissan Altima, Saturn L200, Subaru Legacy, Toyota Camry, an...
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Top 150 dealership groups preview; VW ends ID4 U.S. production
A look at the trends and changes in Automotive News’ upcoming 2026 Top 150 Dealership Groups rankings. Volkswagen halts ID4 production in Chattanooga as EV demand slows. Plus, Tesla is reportedly developing a smaller,...
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VW’s Cupra launches sporty Raval electric hatchback to challenge Renault 5
Cupra's Raval small electric hatchback is offered with two battery technologies and four power configurations, with entry prices starting at €26,000. The EV will be built on VW Group's MEB+ platform alongside the VW I...
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Major car brands recall 800k vehicles over fire risks and fears of people being 'trapped' - VW, Toyota & more
Motorists are being warned of several serious vehicle recall notices impacting hundreds of thousands of vehicles that could put drivers and other road users in danger. Some of the most popular brands in the world have...
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Mad Ford GT is the fastest pure-petrol car at the Nurburgring
Ford also retakes crown as fastest American marque around the Nordschleife with 6min 15.977sec lap
The Ford GT Mk IV has become the fastest pure-combustion car to lap the Nürburgring Nordschleife, rounding the 12.9-m...
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Upcoming Car Launches in April 2026: Volkswagen Taigun Facelift, Mercedes-Benz CLA EV, and More
Here are some of the most anticipated car launches in April 2026. If you are planning to buy a new car in India, check out the new options across EVs, SUVs, and the premium segment.
