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Volkswagen Recalls 50,000 Jetta Sedans For Fire Risk

Volkswagen will recall 48,165 Jetta sedans due to a fire risk. The affected vehicles might have an unconnected transmission ground wire. This can cause an open circuit and excessive current draw, increasing the risk of fire.

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Ducati Parent Company Volkswagen Faces Worst Annual Financials In A Decade

Volkswagen Group, Ducati's parent company, just posted its FY 2025 Annual Report, and now it's planning one of the biggest series of layoffs in automotive history.

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Bentley ploughs on with electric Luxury Urban SUV plans

Despite some car makers focusing more on plug-in hybrids, British brand is on track to deliver its first electric car in 2027

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Audi to launch new ‘efficient, compact and confident’ electric A2 model

The new model, which will be fully revealed later this year, is set to follow the same groundbreaking methods as before

The Independent UK

The 2026 Audi Q3 Is (Mostly) A Return To Form: Review

The new generation of Audi is in full swing. Its entire lineup is in the midst of a revamp, with fresh infotainment systems, interiors, and promises of a new horizon after the broader Volkswagen Group's dog days. This transformation started, for the most part, with the big-boy Audis—the S5, Q5,…

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Bentley to cut hundreds of UK jobs amid ‘challenging global market environment’

Carmaker reduces office-based roles and will not fill vacancies ‘to ensure long-term competitiveness of business’

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The Audi A2 Is Officially Coming Back: First Teaser

The rumors were true. Audi is indeed dusting off the “A2” name for a new model. This time around, it won’t feature gasoline or diesel engines, as the moniker will be repurposed for a purely electric car. Known by its full name as the Audi A2 E-Tron, the upcoming EV…

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This Camouflaged Volkswagen EV Is Way More Important Than It Looks

Behind the camo is VW’s new €28,000 subcompact aimed at mainstream European buyers who want an electric urban crossover.

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2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA Review: Software-Defined But Not Soulless

Under the skin, it’s a clean-sheet EV. On the outside, Mercedes played it safe, as if it really wanted the CLA to blend in and look as you would expect.

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I took to the road in future of electric cars – driving a prototype VW

The VW ID Cross sits on the new MEB+ platform and is not only the most family-friendly, it's packs with tech too

Volkswagen ID. Cross review: Small electric SUV feels impressively polished and properly posh

Early drive of camouflaged prototype suggests Volkswagen’s upcoming compact electric SUV could become one of the most convincing cars in the class

The Independent UK

The Volkswagen ID.3 Gets A New Name, But Don't Call It A Golf Yet

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Not A Golf Yet: Volkswagen ID.3 Becomes The ID.3 Neo

One of the most popular EVs in Germany is set to get a major update soon, along with a new name. The ID.3 won’t become an “ID. Golf” yet; that’s expected no earlier than 2028 with the ninth-generation Golf. But in April 2026, Volkswagen will introduce the ID.3 Neo. Now,…

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Volkswagen Group Has 20 New Models Coming In 2026. Here's All Of Them

Last year wasn’t an easy one for the Volkswagen Group, as was the case for many automakers. The company saw its operating profit drop 53 percent compared to 2024, due largely to factors like tariffs imposed by Donald Trump, costs tied to adjustments in Porsche’s product strategy, and more.

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Porsche to cut more jobs after costly reversal of electric car strategy

German carmaker has struggled with rising competition in China, a key market for European luxury brands

The Independent UK

Edmunds: These are the best budget hatchbacks that you can get in 2026

Hatchbacks deliver a lot of versatility and value in a manageable, easy-to-maneuver and budget-friendly package

The Independent UK

New Jaecoo 8 revealed as a half-price Range Rover rival

Jaecoo has expanded its UK lineup with a SUV launch boasting up to 83 miles of electric range and prices from £45,500

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Porsche's €3.9bn writedown cuts automotive profit by 98% in EV retreat

Two one-time charges nearly wiped out Porsche AG's operating profit in 2025, a collapse that highlights the challenges that lie ahead for Europe's long-term EV strategy.

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12 New Cars You Can Own for Under $400 a Month

With average car payments near record highs, GOBankingRates reveals 12 new models to own for under $400 a month in 2026 despite inflation and rising prices.

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VW to cut 50,000 jobs by 2030 amid Trump tariffs and falling Chinese sales

Car group reports 54% drop in pre-tax profits as it says Iran war could affect demand for Audi and Porsche brands

The Independent UK

Forget Ferrari, this new Volkswagen proves great design should be for everyone

DRIVESMART: Designed by Jony Ive – the man behind the original iPhone – the Luce’s dash looks stunning. But, as Steve Fowler explores in this week’s DriveSmart newsletter, you don’t need Ferrari money to enjoy brilliant design – just look at Volkswagen’s ID. Polo

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Volkswagen slashes 50,000 jobs after profits collapse by nearly half

Volkswagen Group profits slumped by almost half in 2025. Trade conflicts, difficulties in China and the change in strategy at Porsche are putting Europe's largest car manufacturer under pressure.

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5 Cars With Low Repair Costs

These five affordable cars have low repair and maintenance costs in 2026. Owners of these cars can save thousands of dollars on long‑term ownership costs.

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Volkswagen Gives China The Massive Screens It Craves

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The Refreshed Cupra Born Fixes The Worst VW EV Interior Habit

The VW ID.3's Catalan cousin, the Cupra Born, gets a new face, ditches haptic controls for real buttons, and has more range.

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