@VW Group: The all-new SEAT Leon brings greater presence to the compact segment

The all-new SEAT Leon is almost here. The brand’s latest vehicle arrives with a strong design evolution that keeps the soul that any Leon generation stands for. Its design philosophy connects perfectly with the values of the SEAT brand. The next-generation SEAT Leon stands out thanks to its improved overall dimensions, its more determined face,… Continue reading @VW Group: The all-new SEAT Leon brings greater presence to the compact segment

@VW Group: Automobili Lamborghini continues its global growth and marks new historic highs: 8,205 cars delivered in 2019

Stefano Domenicali, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Automobili Lamborghini comments: “The year 2019 was the most successful in our history. The team delivered another substantial sales increase, taking us to unprecedented historic highs. In only two years we more than doubled our sales numbers, a success that cannot be overrated. This clearly proves the… Continue reading @VW Group: Automobili Lamborghini continues its global growth and marks new historic highs: 8,205 cars delivered in 2019

Press Releases – Getting to the Green Deal: Don’t rule out alternative fuels with a track record of success

Brussels, 14 January 2020 – Vehicle manufacturers and fuel coalition call for consistency in defining alternative fuels that will drive the energy transition. The EU’s long-term energy transition goals depend not just on developing new technologies but also on alternative-fuel solutions that already reduce harmful emissions. As the EU reframes important environment and energy legislation… Continue reading Press Releases – Getting to the Green Deal: Don’t rule out alternative fuels with a track record of success

VW Confirms ID.3 With Biggest Battery Seats Only Four: New Details

Thanks to Battery Life, we have learned a few new things about the upcoming Volkswagen ID.3, which will be handed to the first customers in Summer 2020. Possible delays and worrying news about the standard equipment of 1ST edition cars (first 30,000 units) were explained and a few things are really interesting and not necessarily… Continue reading VW Confirms ID.3 With Biggest Battery Seats Only Four: New Details

@VW Group: ŠKODA delivers 1.24 million vehicles in 2019

ŠKODA AUTO CEO Bernhard Maier emphasises: “The difficult geopolitical and economic conditions and the resulting uncertainties on the world markets presented us with numerous challenges in 2019. Despite these rough waters, ŠKODA remains on course. I would like to thank our customers for their trust in our products and our great ŠKODA team for their… Continue reading @VW Group: ŠKODA delivers 1.24 million vehicles in 2019

@VW Group: Porsche increases number of deliveries in 2019 by ten percent

The Porsche Newsroom is a service provided by the Porsche Communication for journalists, bloggers and the online community. © 2020 Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG * Data determined in accordance with the measurement method required by law. Since 1 September 2017 certain new cars have been type approved in accordance with the Worldwide Harmonised Light… Continue reading @VW Group: Porsche increases number of deliveries in 2019 by ten percent

Volkswagen’s Skoda Auto 2019 deliveries dip to 1.24 million cars due to weaker sales in China

FILE PHOTO: A Skoda logo is displayed at the 89th Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland March 5, 2019. REUTERS/Pierre Albouy PRAGUE (Reuters) – Deliveries of Volkswagen’s (VOWG_p.DE) Skoda Auto dropped slightly in 2019 to 1.24 million vehicles, from 1.25 million in 2018, mainly due to weaker sales in China, the company said on… Continue reading Volkswagen’s Skoda Auto 2019 deliveries dip to 1.24 million cars due to weaker sales in China

PA Consulting’s Analysis Shows Top Car Makers Will Face €14.5bn Fines for Missing the EU’s CO2 Emissions Targets

After four years of steady progress, PA’s research has revealed a step backwards. Emissions have increased across the board, mainly due to customers buying SUVs, strong demand for high-powered and heavier cars, lack of low-emission options in showrooms, and shifting preference for petrol cars after the diesel scandal. Some car makers will see penalties high… Continue reading PA Consulting’s Analysis Shows Top Car Makers Will Face €14.5bn Fines for Missing the EU’s CO2 Emissions Targets

@VW Group: Volkswagen Passenger Cars brings 2019 to a successful close

In 2019, the Volkswagen brand delivered 6,278,300 vehicles throughout the world, exceeding the prior-year figure by 0.5 percent. In a shrinking overall market, the brand therefore significantly expanded its market share. Volume growth was achieved in Europe, South America, Asia-Pacific and the USA. Compared with the previous year, customers’ interest in electrified models grew considerably.… Continue reading @VW Group: Volkswagen Passenger Cars brings 2019 to a successful close

Next-gen Toyota GT86/Subaru BRZ on the way with more power

The next-gen sports car will feature some substantial changes from the existing model. While the original was built on a Subaru platform, the firm’s current architectures are not suited to rear-drive cars, so Autocar understands the new model is set to be built on Toyota’s TNGA platform. While Toyota underpinnings will be used, Subaru is… Continue reading Next-gen Toyota GT86/Subaru BRZ on the way with more power