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EV Grumblings – VW ID.7 Luxury Sedan Delayed or Killed?

Posted on 22 May 2024 by Ken Zino

In a terse statement issued by Volkswagen today in Reston VA, the German automaker said that it is delaying the introduction of the ID.7 sedan in the U.S. and Canada, “as market dynamics continue to change.” Rough translation from AutoInformed: the car market in the US continues to shrink and VW has been a weak player in this segment for decades. More economic dollars and sense can be obtained promoting the ID.Buzz van due in the Fourth Quarter and marketing the already on sale 2024 ID.4 SUV. Continue reading →

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VW Microbus Will Come to the US in Three Trims

Posted on 13 May 2024 by Ken Zino

Volkswagen of America today said that the 2025 ID. Buzz, the electric powered nostalgia marketing, Microbus* will be offered in three trims, unlike the untrimmed original owners  — Pro S and Pro S Plus, along with a launch-only 1st Edition—with a 91 kWh battery and 282 horsepower for rear-wheel drive models; 4Motion® all-wheel-drive models will have maximum horsepower of 335. Range and pricing will be announced closer to launch. Continue reading →

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VW Bus Beach Party Recap – Type 2s Only Need Apply

Posted on 6 June 2023 by Ken Zino

Volkswagen also unveiled its latest accessories concept vehicle, giving an early look at the customization potential of the ID. Buzz EV. On display alongside this point-of-sale promo was a unique art car, and a handful of vintage Microbus models from Volkswagen of America’s historic collection and some VIP guests. Continue reading →

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VW Group Electric Shuffle – Emden, Hanover to build EVs

Posted on 18 November 2018 by Ken Zino

In the future, electric small cars and sedans from several brands will be built in Emden, while Hanover will specialize in the production of the ID. BUZZ family, in addition to building vehicles with conventional drives. I.D. BUZZ, a VW Microbus like EV, will arrive at dealerships after a compact four-door I.D. model in 2022. Volkswagen is mainly targeting the markets in North America, Europe and China with both the I.D. BUZZ and the I.D. family overall. Continue reading →

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Original Mom-Mobile Minivan Redesigned for 2017

Posted on 13 January 2016 by Maureen McDonald - freelance journalist

Timing is ripe for Pacifica as FCA has been losing its sales leadership in the segment for lack of a major redesign for seven years. During 2015 Caravan sales totaled 97,000 or – 28% from the year before. The Chrysler Town & Country at 93,848 was down -32% owing to the popularity of cross-over vehicles. Continue reading →

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