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Porsche May Build A Supercar Derived From The Audi Nuvolari That's Derived From The Lamborghini Temerario
There are a lot of strange things going on inside the Volkswagen Group as the company looks for all sorts of funky ways to save money while still creating cool stuff. Perhaps that's where the lates...
Porsche May Build A Supercar Derived From The Audi Nuvolari That's Derived From The Lamborghini Temerario
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Biggest test of 2026: BMW iX3 vs Volvo EX60 vs Mercedes GLC
BMW, Mercedes and Volvo each begin a new era with long-range, tech-heavy family SUVs. Which rules? It's sometimes said that we have passed peak car. In other words, the best cars have already been ...
Biggest test of 2026: BMW iX3 vs Volvo EX60 vs Mercedes GLC
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Podcast: Tesla Cybercab launch, Cybertruck prices rise, VW launch electric camper, and more
In the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Tesla announcing the Cybercab launch, Cybertruck price...
Podcast: Tesla Cybercab launch, Cybertruck prices rise, VW launch electric camper, and more
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Kia EV2
Kia has dived head first into a supermini-sized EV sector – can the EV2 take the fight to Renault, Skoda and VW? It’s already clear that Kia’s latest and smallest electric SUV, the Kia EV2 is po...
Kia EV2
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Which Fixer-Upper Would You Tow Home? 1984 VW Scirocco vs 1987 Dodge Shelby Charger
Good morning! Those of you who like your cars ready to drive as soon as you purchase them are probably going to be disappointed this week. We’re looking at projects, but only viable projects around...
Which Fixer-Upper Would You Tow Home? 1984 VW Scirocco vs 1987 Dodge Shelby Charger
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Rivian help to bring big change for future VW, Audi and Porsche EVs
The boss of US firm Rivian tells us how his company is working with the VW Group to deliver a new generation of advanced electric cars
Rivian help to bring big change for future VW, Audi and Porsche EVs
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Volvo Once Built A Diesel Manual Sedan With A Volkswagen Engine That Went Faster Than A Saab Turbo
Dial the clock back to the 1970s. There aren’t a lot of diesels around, but Mercedes-Benz is making them. In other words, it’s a lot like today! The first worldwide oil crisis of 1973 set manufactu...
Volvo Once Built A Diesel Manual Sedan With A Volkswagen Engine That Went Faster Than A Saab Turbo
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Volkswagen EV drivers gain Digital Key access through Samsung Wallet
Volkswagen electric vehicle drivers will finally have access to Samsung Wallet with Digital Key, hands-free entry, and more. The service is initially rolling out to select VW ID vehicles in Europe.
Volkswagen EV drivers gain Digital Key access through Samsung Wallet
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Hi, I currently live in Bengaluru and am looking to buy an automatic car for my office commute. My commute is typically around 100 km per week. Given the current ethanol situation, I am considering buying an EV. I have a charger in my apartment, and there is also a fast charger nearby. My budget is around Rs. 20 lakh. I currently drive a Volkswagen Ameo and am planning to keep it for long trips. I also tried a 2021 Tata Nexon EV, but I didn't like the cabin space. I also didn't like the design o
Our recommendation would be the new Kia Syros EV. With a 100km/week commute, home charging and a Rs 20 lakh budget, it is the best EV for a city like Bengaluru. In your budget, you can get the HTX ...
Hi, I currently live in Bengaluru and am looking to buy an automatic car for my office commute. My commute is typically around 100 km per week. Given the current ethanol situation, I am considering buying an EV. I have a charger in my apartment, and there is also a fast charger nearby. My budget is around Rs. 20 lakh. I currently drive a Volkswagen Ameo and am planning to keep it for long trips. I also tried a 2021 Tata Nexon EV, but I didn't like the cabin space. I also didn't like the design o
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New 2CV and Smart car: big reveals coming at Paris motor show
Biennial motor show returns from 12-18 October – and it's going to be a big one This year’s Paris motor show will be among the biggest in years as the European car industry rallies against the wave...
New 2CV and Smart car: big reveals coming at Paris motor show
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First Fully Electric VW ID. ERA Vehicle — ID. ERA 5X SUV
SAIC Volkswagen, a joint venture between SAIC and Volkswagen (duh) in China, has submitted a filing for the company’s first fully electric ID. ERA vehicle, the ID. ERA 5X SUV. XPENG was involved a ...
First Fully Electric VW ID. ERA Vehicle — ID. ERA 5X SUV
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Choose A Classic Liftback Coupe: 1979 Toyota Celica vs 1987 VW Scirocco
Good morning! For our final Showdown this week, I thought we’d look at a couple of cool old liftbacks. Why? Because I like them. That’s reason enough. We were in agreement about yesterday’s Mercede...
Choose A Classic Liftback Coupe: 1979 Toyota Celica vs 1987 VW Scirocco
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New Volkswagen ID.3 Neo 2026 review: EV puts VW back where it belongs
Has VW’s all-electric hatchback finally grown up? We get behind the wheel to find out
New Volkswagen ID.3 Neo 2026 review: EV puts VW back where it belongs
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VW’s controlling families face leadership decision as Porsche-Piech patriarchs near exit
The leaders of VW's controlling families — Wolfgang Porsche and Hans Michel Piech — are in their 80s. Their successors could be younger family members — or an independent outsider.
VW’s controlling families face leadership decision as Porsche-Piech patriarchs near exit
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Which Drop-Top Volkswagen Is Your Pick? 1985 VW Cabrio vs 2001 VW Cabrio
Good morning! We’re starting this week off with a couple of convertible Volkswagens. Why not? It’s the height of summer, so you still have plenty of time in the year for open-air adventures, and wi...
Which Drop-Top Volkswagen Is Your Pick? 1985 VW Cabrio vs 2001 VW Cabrio
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Hello Autocar family, I am planning to buy a new car for me and my grandfather. I already have a Hyundai Santro at home, so this will be my second car. The mandatory requirements are a panoramic sunroof, a 360-degree camera, and decent mileage. My daily commute is around 30 km, including 20 km on the highway and 10 km in the city. The cars we are considering are the Kia Seltos GTX A, Mahindra XUV 7XO AX7T, Maruti Suzuki Victoris ZXI Plus (O), Hyundai Creta N Line, and Tata Sierra Adventure. I am
Go for the Kia Seltos GTX A. It is the most balanced choice for your requirements. Your daily usage of 30 km, with a mix of highway and city driving, does not justify a diesel, so a strong turbo-pe...
Hello Autocar family, I am planning to buy a new car for me and my grandfather. I already have a Hyundai Santro at home, so this will be my second car. The mandatory requirements are a panoramic sunroof, a 360-degree camera, and decent mileage. My daily commute is around 30 km, including 20 km on the highway and 10 km in the city. The cars we are considering are the Kia Seltos GTX A, Mahindra XUV 7XO AX7T, Maruti Suzuki Victoris ZXI Plus (O), Hyundai Creta N Line, and Tata Sierra Adventure. I am
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What’s The Best Stickshift Runabout? VW Golf vs VW Tiguan vs Hyundai Elantra vs Nissan Juke
Well, we’ve made it to the end of another week, which means it’s time for a Friday runoff. This week’s cars were all $5,000 or less, all 2010 or newer, and all manual transmissions. Our four finali...
What’s The Best Stickshift Runabout? VW Golf vs VW Tiguan vs Hyundai Elantra vs Nissan Juke
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2026 Mazda CX-5 vs. VW Tiguan: Which Alternative Compact SUV Is the Better Choice?
These two crossovers aren't as commonplace as the Honda CR-V and the Toyota RAV4, and while they both offer plenty of personality, we favor one over the other.
2026 Mazda CX-5 vs. VW Tiguan: Which Alternative Compact SUV Is the Better Choice?
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These Volkswagen EVs could soon disappear, including Audi and Porsche models
With plans to slash its lineup by up to 50%, several Volkswagen EVs, including those under the Audi and Porsche brands, may not be around for much longer.
These Volkswagen EVs could soon disappear, including Audi and Porsche models
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Volkswagen could build its Chinese saloons and SUVs in Europe
Tesla Model 3-sized ID Unyx 07 is among the Chinese models VW could build in Germany Chinese-market Tesla Model 3 rival and Touareg-sized SUV could fill capacity at VW's German plants Volkswagen...
Volkswagen could build its Chinese saloons and SUVs in Europe
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