DRIVEN: 2016 Volkswagen Vento 1.2 TSI Highline
The B-segment sedan market is a highly demanding one. For some car buyers, it's the next step after they’ve gotten that raise, and want to give up their preloved Perodua Kancil. For …
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Volkswagen says corrective measures are ongoing
Volkswagen's TOGETHER - Strategy 2025 outline that was presented to shareholders didn't just talk about future technology and product plans. The measures undertaken by the automaker in the wake of its dieselgate …
Volkswagen unveils its Strategy 2025 vision – electrification, autonomous driving at the forefront
Volkswagen has unveiled its new TOGETHER – Strategy 2025, which outlines the direction the company for the next decade. Presenting the transformation programme to shareholders, VW CEO Matthias Müller said that the …
Ex-Volkswagen CEO Winterkorn facing five years’ jail?
The German judiciary has targetted former Volkswagen CEO Martin Winterkorn and a current member of the VW group management board in a criminal investigation over the "Dieselgate" scandal. It was reported in …
VW Group to streamline operations – CEO Mueller
In the face of hardship facing the Volkswagen Group, chief executive officer Matthias Mueller outlined a 15-point strategic plan to bring the German automaker back to a more positive outlook. The VW …
Volkswagen Group to drop 40 vehicle models by 2025?
A report has emerged that Volkswagen is considering cutting 40 models from the lineup across its various car brands by 2025. German online daily Handelsblatt, quoted in a Reuters report, said that …
Ducati motorcycle brand not for sale, says Volkswagen
A speculative report carried on Bloomberg on June 15 stating that VW was weighing options in divesting itself of non-core brands caused talk that Ducati would be among companies that it owned …
Lego Creator VW Beetle – 1,167 pieces, with surfboard
Following the release of the Lego Technic Porsche 911 GT3 RS a fortnight ago, Lego has released the Creator set #10252 of the iconic Volkswagen Beetle. Comprising of 1,167 pieces, this Creator …
Volkswagen Raya promo – up to RM68k off 2015 CBU cars, free monthly instalments for Vento, RM2k rebate
In time for the Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebrations, Volkswagen has revealed a new promotion that grants buyers significant savings on imported (CBU) 2015 models, plus an additional RM2,000 "duit Raya" cash rebate …
Volkswagen up! GTI hinted – rival to Fiat Abarth 595
Volkswagen GT up! Concept According to Autocar UK, Volkswagen is looking to make a GTI version of its entry-level up! Should the German carmaker conceive such a model, the hot city car …
Volkswagen Polo GT sedan unveiled for Russia
Over in Russia, a special Volkswagen Polo Sedan has been introduced. Called the Polo GT, the car gets a different engine and some visual items to make it look sportier, according to …
2016 VW Beetle – Bug gets mild update, R-Line trim
First seen in this form in 2011, the Volkswagen Beetle and Beetle Cabriolet have been freshened up. The Bug gets new options for individualisation, new Denim and Beetle Exclusive variants and equipment …
VW moves KL ASEAN purchasing office to Thailand
Volkswagen has moved its ASEAN purchasing office from Kuala Lumpur to Thailand, the Bangkok Post reports. The new unit will be up and running in August at Scania's assembly plant in Samut …
Volkswagen Amarok facelift – new images released
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has released more images of its facelifted Volkswagen Amarok, which was unveiled earlier this month. Aside from on-the-move visuals, the new photo set offers a view of the interior, …
Volkswagen Vento launched – facelifted Polo Sedan, 1.2 TSI, DSG, ESP; RM80,646 to RM94,461
Volkswagen Group Malaysia has pulled the wraps off the facelifted Polo Sedan, now rechristened the Volkswagen Vento. The refreshed B-segment sedan comes with a revised look, a new engine and transmission option …
SPYSHOTS: 2016 Volkswagen Passat B8 caught again
After quite a bit of a hiatus, the B8 Volkswagen Passat has been spotted again. These spyshots, submitted by Mohammad Aiman bin Hamzah (with two more posted by Ridzuan Raslan on the …
Volkswagen Polo with 300-watt beats system debuts
Having debuted some time ago, the special edition Volkswagen Polo beats is now available for order in Europe. As its name suggests, the model is kitted up with a sound system by …
Volkswagen Scirocco R Black Style package unveiled
A new design package has been released for the facelifted Volkswagen Scirocco R. The entire package, priced at 600 euros (RM2,760), includes a new paint job and a new set of wheels. …
Volkswagen Alor Setar 3S – 5th new VW dealer in 2016
Volkswagen Group Malaysia, together with Lee Motor Autohaus, has officially launched the brand-new Volkswagen Alor Setar 3S Centre. The latest addition to the Volkswagen network becomes the only authorised dealer for the …
VW Golf GTI Heartbeat Concept for Wörthersee 2016
Another year, another student project that looks fab. Twelve trainees from Volkswagen and Sitech Sitztechnik presented their 400 PS VW Golf GTI Heartbeat Concept at this year's annual Wörthersee meet. It sports …
