Volkswagen India Launches Annual Autofest Exchange Program

Volkswagen India has launched its annual Autofest program, a nationwide exchange carnival designed to provide customers with upgrade opportunities and exclusive benefits across the company’s dealership network. The limited-period initiative targets both existing Volkswagen owners and prospective buyers seeking to purchase vehicles from the German automaker’s Indian portfolio. The program operates through Volkswagen’s established dealership… Continue reading Volkswagen India Launches Annual Autofest Exchange Program

German Manager Magazin: MS “Felicity Ace”: Freight end with VW cars-civil dispute around millions of004295

More than three years after the downfall of the car transport ship MS “Felicity Ace”, compensation in the millions is disputed in court. From today, the Braunschweig district court deals with the civil proceedings in which two non -closer companies of the Volkswagen Group are complained about. The owner and shipping company of the ship… Continue reading German Manager Magazin: MS “Felicity Ace”: Freight end with VW cars-civil dispute around millions of004295

Volvo owner to launch Geely EV brand in UK

Geely, the Chinese firm that owns LEVC, Lotus, Polestar and Volvo, is launching its eponymous car brand in the UK. The first model bound for UK showrooms will be the Geely EX5, an electric crossover pitched against the Skoda Elroq, Kia EV3 and Renault Megane. UK specifications have yet to be confirmed, but Geely said the EX5… Continue reading Volvo owner to launch Geely EV brand in UK

How Lawrence Stroll shaped Aston Martin’s ‘phenomenal future’

This team was all-British and had been at Silverstone for 31 years,” he says. “I wanted the greatest name for it, and that was Aston Martin. At the time [Aston Martin’s] owner, an Italian private equity firm, was sponsoring Red Bull. I went to them and said I could offer much more than just being… Continue reading How Lawrence Stroll shaped Aston Martin’s ‘phenomenal future’

@VW Group: 50 Years on the fast track: Nardò Technical Center celebrates special anniversary010395

01/07/2025 Nardò Technical Center (NTC), the South-Italian proving ground owned by Porsche and operated by Porsche Engineering, celebrates its 50th anniversary today. Originally opened on July 1, 1975, NTC has consistently set the benchmark in vehicle testing and development of the automotive industry worldwide. Today, NTC offers year-round testing services under a wide range of… Continue reading @VW Group: 50 Years on the fast track: Nardò Technical Center celebrates special anniversary010395

German FAZ: Invisible in the exhaust fog009562

It has been speculated for months that the former CEO of the Volkswagen Group, Martin Winterkorn, must no longer be responsible for his possible entanglement in the diesel scandal. The 78 -year -old former top manager, which is now 78 years old, is difficult for health. He has had several operations on his hip, and… Continue reading German FAZ: Invisible in the exhaust fog009562

German Manager Magazin: Martin Winterkorn: Court provides a lawsuit against ex-VW boss Ein004294

The Braunschweig district court temporarily stopped the criminal proceedings for the VW diesel affair against ex-corporate boss Martin Winterkorn (78) because of its ongoing illness. The 16th criminal chamber sees this a temporary obstacle to procedures. According to the court, Winterkorn is currently considered to be incapable of negotiating. The Chamber of Commerce will continue… Continue reading German Manager Magazin: Martin Winterkorn: Court provides a lawsuit against ex-VW boss Ein004294

Tata Motors Cedes Ground to MG and Mahindra in Electric PV Market

India’s electric passenger vehicle market is entering a pivotal phase, with the once-dominant Tata Motors steadily ceding ground to a new generation of electric players. In June 2025, e-PV registrations touched 13,033 units—an impressive 78% year-on-year jump over June 2024. EV penetration for the month is estimated at around 4%, underscoring the growing momentum for… Continue reading Tata Motors Cedes Ground to MG and Mahindra in Electric PV Market

Volkswagen adds electric variants of Transporter Shuttle and Kombi

Volkswagen has added electric variants of its Transporter Shuttle and Transporter Kombi vans as it expands its commercial EV offerings. The eight-seat Shuttle and the scalable Kombi both draw energy from a 65kWh lithium ion battery, which yields 194 and 196 miles of range respectively. Power is sent to the front wheel wheels via a single 134bhp… Continue reading Volkswagen adds electric variants of Transporter Shuttle and Kombi