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Once you grow accustomed to the perks of an electric vehicle (EV), going back to the traditional way can be a challenge. Like fast WiFi and powerful air-conditioning, it resets one’s bar. This ...

Volkswagen’s Tiguan has been a mainstay of the company for a while now, with more than 7.4 million units sold globally since its introduction in 2007, and 41 000 of the popular SUV having found homes ...

Two new trim levels have been announced for plug-in hybrid (eHybrid) versions of the Volkswagen Passat estate car, replacing the current Life and R-Line specifications. The new options will add extra ...

It's something I've heard from a variety of Volkswagen executives the entire time I've covered the auto industry, usually accompanied by a remorseful head-shake: "We just haven't figured out the ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Over the last century or so, the auto industry has changed in a myriad of incredible ways. It's mind-boggling to think of just how far we've ...

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Germany wants to support Volkswagen and help it avoid factory closures but the ailing car giant will have to fix most of its problems itself, Economy Minister Robert Habeck said Friday. "The majority ...

Germany wants to support Volkswagen and help it avoid factory closures but the ailing car giant will have to fix most of its problems itself, Economy Minister Robert Habeck said Friday. Volkswagen ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. The glow plugs in a diesel are like the spark plugs in a gasoline engine, but they function differently. The only similarities between glow ...