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The Latest Breaking News from Volkswagen

Ford’s hot hatch journey began with a modest attempt in 1980, when the Fiesta Supersport was launched. Things got more serious the following year with the beefier Fiesta XR2. However, it was the 1984 Escort RS that truly cemented the company’s contribution to this exciting niche of practical performance cars.…

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Nissan Leaf review: Farewell to the OG electric car

The Nissan Leaf was a trailblazer, but with a 2025 model arriving soon the ageing EV is a worse proposition than ever

The Independent UK

VW Vows to Restore Classic Bus That Survived California Wildfires

The Palisades Fire that tore through southern California in January burned nearly 37 square miles of land and took 24 days to contain. It destroyed thousands of homes and businesses, while sparing others. Out of the chaos, a photo emerged showing a white-over-blue Volkswagen Bus that had somehow survived. The…

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The New Bentley Bentayga Speed V-8 Outpunches the W-12

It’s been nearly a year since Bentley assembled its final W-12 engine, concluding more than 20 years of producing twelve-cylinder cars. Although the venerable powertrain is gone, the Volkswagen Group’s ultra-luxury brand is confident its replacement is better. I mean, they weren’t going to say it’s worse, right? The new…

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Toyota's Smallest Car Gets the GR Sport Treatment

The funky Aygo X is the smallest model Toyota sells outside of Japan's kei car segment. It’s a diminutive vehicle competing in Europe’s rarefied A-segment, especially after the exit of the Volkswagen Group’s trio (VW up!, Skoda Citigo, and SEAT Mii) a few years ago. Previously a traditional hatchback, the…

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7 Payouts You Can Still Get From Old Lawsuits and Settlements

Many people don’t realize that money from old lawsuits and class action settlements may still be available for them to claim. Billions of dollars go...

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5 things I've learned about sonic branding

It's not all about the five-note logos.

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‘On Monday I’m returning it’: Woman buys a Volkswagen Atlas. A week later, she’s done with it

Earlier this month, a mother of four bought a second vehicle. She was looking for something smaller and better on gas than the Chevy Suburban she primarily drives. A Volkswagen Atlas seemed to suit her family’s needs.

The Mary Sue

Tesla's Robotaxi Threat Sends Uber Shares Tumbling Amid Investor Jitters

Uber shares fell 3.4% following news that Tesla will launch a robotaxi service in Austin. Elon Musk's plans signal deeper disruption in the mobility space.

International Business Times UK

Volkswagen in direct talks with US government regarding tariff deal

German carmakers such as Mercedes-Benz and BMW are also reportedly trying to negotiate tariffs directly with the US Secretary of Commerce, Howard Lutnick.

Euronews

Volkswagen to make ‘massive’ investment in US in bid to avoid tariffs

CEO of Europe’s largest industrial group says he has been in direct talks with Donald Trump’s administration

The Guardian - UK

11 Car Brands Mechanics Secretly Love to Work On

I was a mechanic for 15+ years, and while I primarily worked on German cars later in my career, I know there are some car brands mechanics love to work on. This is because they are thoughtfully engineered and typically built with reliable components. As a car owner, it’s good…

Clever Dude

Volkswagen Is Not Raising EV Prices–Yet

The ID.4 and ID. Buzz won’t be more expensive, “despite the increased cost of doing business in the current environment.”

InsideEVs

Bugatti's Boss Owns and Drives a Volkswagen Golf R32

Mate Rimac made a name for himself by developing some of the most exciting EVs out there. However, his rise to success began with a humble BMW E30 and a blown engine. Well before the Concept_One and the Nevera that followed, a 1983 3 Series was converted for electric duty…

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Volkswagen Says European Buyers Want Buttons, Not Screens

As someone who owns a previous-generation Skoda Octavia, I find my car’s dashboard to be borderline perfect in terms of layout and user interface. It strikes just the right balance between buttons and screens, a feature that virtually all Volkswagen Group products had until the late 2010s or so. After…

Radio France Internationale

Rigged diesel cars caused 16,000 deaths in France, study says

Diesel engines fitted with illegal software to cheat pollution tests have caused 16,000 deaths in France since 2009, according to the first study to calculate the human cost of the "Dieselgate" scandal that exposed widespread fraud by car manufacturers.

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Buy Now: VW Promises to Keep Pre-Tariff Prices Through June

Automakers are doing their best to insulate buyers from tariff-related costs. Volkswagen, which promised to maintain the current prices on all its models through the end of May, has extended that pricing guarantee through the end of June.

InsideEVs

The 2025 VW ID. Buzz Proves That Nostalgia Is A Hell Of A Drug

Volkswagen’s flagship electric van is solid, but does it live up to the legend? Kevin Williams drove it to find out.

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Is Your “Reliable” Car Brand Actually the Worst Kept Secret in the Industry?

There are some car brands that seem to stand out among consumers as reliable vehicles. However, it’s still important to research individual makes and models before making any purchase. Sometimes, knowing that Toyota or Honda is typically reliable clouds our judgment in making the most informed buying decision. Then, you…

The Independent UK

Edmunds recommends these under-$40,000 SUVs for new parents

New parents are often in need of a larger vehicle

The Guardian - UK

Dieselgate pollution killed 16,000 people in UK, study estimates

Experts decry lack of UK government action and warn a further 6,000 early deaths could occur

Clever Dude

10 Best Car Brands for First-Time Buyers (And 5 That Are Total Ripoffs)

Buying a car can be exciting, but your first car-buying experience is doubly so. However, it is good to know what you’re getting yourself into. No matter how many cars you have bought, it is always good to do your research and look out for common pitfalls like hidden fees,…

Euronews

The most anticipated new EVs coming to Europe in 2025

From retro icons to tech-rich trailblazers, these are the electric cars set to make waves - and turn wheels - in the weeks and months ahead.

InsideEVs

Volkswagen's New Electric Plan Just Hit A Crucial Milestone

Today on Critical Materials: VW readies its next-gen EV underpinnings, Volvo slashes 3,000 jobs, and BYD cuts prices for the wrong reasons.

International Business Times

Tesla EU Sales Slump 52% In April: Trade Group

Sales of cars made by Elon Musk's Tesla slumped by more than half in April as Chinese electric carmakers saw their share surge, the continent's manufacturing association said Tuesday.

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