VW News
VW’s Traton eyes third EU battery plant to meet EV demand
Traton Group may build a third battery plant in Europe, boosting its electric truck production to meet rising demand and EU carbon reduction goals.
In Emden, VW wants to leave the Passat behind
Volkswagen is using the latest production technology and some novel in-plant logistics to ramp up EV production in Emden
Volkswagen invests $5B in Rivian to forge EV-software Joint Venture
Volkswagen’s $5B investment in Rivian aims to enhance EV technology and software, boosting market confidence and industry innovation.
The future may be all electric, but not just yet
With demand for battery electric vehicles lower than expected, OEMs are boosting hybrid output and extending ICE production.
Volkswagen announces new affordable European EV
Volkswagen Group has announced that it will make all-electric entry-level mobility widespread across Europe, with affordable EVs made in the continent, for the European market.
Weak demand dims electric future
Consumer resistance and trade disputes mean the future may not be so electric after all as vehicle makers express caution on zero emission vehicle targets.
Danny Auerswald to lead VW Saxony, bringing global production expertise
Danny Auerswald, with a track record of excellence in VW production worldwide, steps up to lead VW Saxony, promising innovation in tech and logistics
Ford Otosan manufacturing for an economy in transition
Ford Otosan has upgraded its manufacturing facilities in Turkey to ensure the Transit is ready for an electrified future
Bentley prepares electric future with groundbreaking for new paintshop
Bentley Motors advances towards electrification with a groundbreaking ceremony for a new paintshop, marking a key milestone in its sustainable luxury journey
VW focuses on Chinese market boosting cost competitiveness and local partnerships
VW seeks to strengthen its position in the Chinese automotive market through achieving cost reductions in production and boosting local partnerships
Volkswagen workers in Tennessee vote to join UAW
The result of the vote was clear, with 2,628 workers casting their support for the union against 985 nays. This victory makes VW’s Chattanooga’s the first foreign-owned car plant in the southern US to unionise through an election since the 1940s, marking it as a monumental win for the UAW.
Impacts of global geopolitics on European production
From Brexit’s influence on battery production to global conflicts impacting shipping routes and semiconductor supply, these are geopoltical forces shaping manufacturing strategies.
The changing shape of Europe’s automotive production operations
European vehicle manufacturing is having to adapt to weakening EV demand and increasing competition.
Europe: OEMs face multiple challenges ahead
Ian Henry shares his thoughts on the notable challenges facing the European vehicle manufacturing sector.
Volkswagen shifts ID.3 production amidst wavering demand
Volkswagen’s decision to consolidate ID.3 production from Wolfsburg to Zwickau reflects a shift towards efficiency amid evolving market dynamics, emphasising cost-effectiveness and operational streamlining.
Challenges looming for US vehicle production
EV production in the US is facing headwinds from both weakening demand and foreign competition.
Antolin expands its production footprint in Asia with a new plant in India
The new plant will produce lighting, HMI systems and electronics for leading automotive manufacturers in the Indian market.
Is cost-cutting the newest trend among OEMs in Europe 2024? Watch this space…
As Renault and VW move towards major and comprehensive cost-cutting projects, with the squeeze of uncertainties and inefficiencies, is this liable to spread?
The state and stipulation of automotive production: Retrospect 2023 to prospect 2024
In 2023, the automotive industry underwent a transformative journey, adapting to trends such as sustainable materials, electric vehicle dominance and digitalisation. But what clues does 2023 provide about the vehicle manufacturing landscape in 2024?
AMS Winter 2023/24 – BMW’s battery boost
BMW is aiming to achieve ‘expertise in every cell’ of its generation six batteries
