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Rivian Just Got Another $1 Billion From Volkswagen

Rivian capped off a sluggish sales quarter with a fat check from its new partner.

InsideEVs

Forget the ID Buzz – VW has electrified its popular Transporter van range and it looks even better

Volkswagen has expanded its Transporter line-up with battery electric variants of the popular Shuttle and Kombi models –and they look even more practical than its existing ID Buzz model.

TechRadar

Volkswagen Sales Are Way Down—Except for One Model

Volkswagen of America didn't have a great second quarter. The German automaker reported results for April, May, and June on Wednesday, revealing a 29 percent decrease in sales year-over-year. Every model saw a drop in sales, save for one: The Golf R. Sales of the hot hatchback were up 12.1…

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8 Once-Trusted Car Brands Mechanics Say Are No Longer Worth It

Car buyers want reliability, value, and peace of mind. For years, certain car brands built reputations for quality and trust. But things change. Mechanics now identify more problems with some brands that were once considered safe bets. If you’re thinking about buying a car, it’s smart to know which brands…

Clever Dude

German court suspends diesel scandal trial of former Volkswagen CEO Winterkorn

A German court has suspended proceedings in the trial of former Volkswagen CEO Martin Winterkorn, who has been charged with fraud and market manipulation in connection with Volkswagen’s use of rigged software that let millions of diesel-engine cars cheat on emissions tests

The Independent UK

Is QuantumScape a Buy, Sell, or Hold for July 2025?

Renewed optimism has surrounded the stock due to the improvement in its production facilities.

Barchart

Octavia goes electric as Skoda runs out of names for its new EV push

Three new electric cars include an electric evolution of an old favourite, while petrol models get a stay of execution

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Dacia Bigster: Standard stuff – but at a stretch

CAR REVIEW: It’s a typically adequate showing from the new budget SUV, though the ‘longster’ might have been a more apt name for this economical but somewhat noisy entry, writes Sean O’Grady

The Independent UK

These Tesla-Rival China EV Stocks Show Strength Amid Model Y Killer Release

Tesla-rivals Xiaomi and Hesai show bullish stock market chart action.

Investors Business Daily

8 Brands Whose Infotainment Systems Are Harvesting Driver Data Daily

Every time you get behind the wheel, your car’s infotainment system does more than play music or give directions. It’s collecting data about you, sometimes a lot more than you realize. From your location to your driving habits, these systems quietly gather information daily. This matters because your personal data…

Clever Dude

The Volkswagen ID.4 Gets Huge Upgrades Next Year, Buttons Are Back

The electric crossover is headed to the plastic surgeon's office for a nose job. It will also get a revamped interior with more buttons.

InsideEVs

This hack that lets you remotely steer and stop a Nissan Leaf makes me almost thankful I'm too broke to ever afford a clever car

That's a nice motor you've got there—it'd be a shame if white hat hackers were able to take the wheel.

PC Gamer

Volkswagen Swears Buttons and Knobs Are Coming Back

Volkswagen interiors reached their peak in the 2010s, when the cars had just the right blend of buttons and screens. At the turn of the decade, minimalism reared its ugly head as Wolfsburg decided it was a good idea to integrate access to most functions into the screen. The dreaded…

Motor1

Ford Explorer review: Stylish electric SUV is every inch a Ford

The Ford Explorer family SUV has a excellent range and drives well, although prices may take some by surprise

The Independent UK

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5 Auto Brands That Make Third-World Versions of Their Cars With Lower Safety Features

When you buy a car, you expect a certain level of safety—airbags, crumple zones, and advanced braking systems. But what if the same car, with the same badge, offers far less protection in another country? This isn’t just a hypothetical. Many major auto brands produce “third-world versions” of their cars,…

Evening Standard

Woman dies and nine others injured in M4 car crash

A Toyota Corolla and VW Tiguan collided between junctions 16 and 17 on Sunday evening, police said.

Fortune

Why Volkswagen is convinced Waymo and Tesla are vulnerable in the $500 billion robotaxi race — 'not a winner take all market'

Instead of Big Tech's approach of competing against existing transportation providers, Volkswagen aims to work alongside them as a partner.

TechRadar

I review EVs for a living – these are the 7 best electric cars I’ve tested in 2025 so far

Those in the market for a great electric vehicle are spoilt for choice – here are the best new ones I've test-driven this year so far.

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Volkswagen unveils robotaxi destined for Uber’s Los Angeles fleet, and the first 500 will be delivered next year

Volkswagen doesn’t want to leave the autonomous ride-hailing market—estimated to grow to over half a trillion dollars by 2035—to Big Tech.

Everybody Loves Your Money

5 SUVs That Will Break Down More Than Any Other Car On The Road

Buying an SUV should mean reliability, comfort, and confidence on the road. But some models carry a hidden cost: frequent breakdowns and expensive repairs, instantly turning your “happy drive” into a headache. In this article, we highlight five unreliable SUVs notorious for recurring issues and owner frustration. By learning which…

Clever Dude

7 Manufacturers That Rebrand Failed Cars Under New Names—And Hope You Don’t Notice

When you’re shopping for a new ride, you probably assume that a shiny new badge means a fresh start. But what if that “new” car is just a failed model in disguise? The world of rebranded cars is bigger than most people realize, and automakers have become experts at giving…

TechRadar

Forget Tesla's robotaxis – this new VW ID Buzz will soon be the sleekest self-driving ride on the roads

Hitting the streets in 2026, VW's driverless ID Buzz offers space and style, without the need for a driver.

Motor1

This Is the Most Powerful Volkswagen GTI Ever

Already the fastest Volkswagen around the Nürburgring, the Golf GTI Edition 50 is now also the most potent car from Wolfsburg to wear the Grand Touring Injection badge. It remains front-wheel drive, but now packs nearly as much power as the all-wheel-drive Golf R. This special version takes the GTI…

MarketBeat

Rivian vs. Lucid: Who’s Best Positioned to Steal Tesla’s Thunder?

Rivian and Lucid have exciting developments including new models and partnerships, but will that be enough to take on Tesla?

I can’t wait to see what Volkswagen has cooking for its ID 2 R hot hatch

Does VW have an electric hot hatch to rival the Renault 5 Turbo 3E?

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