In the aftermath of VW's multi-billion dollar diesel emissions cheating scandal that saw several executives face criminal charges and jail time, VW has been trying to reinvent itself as a clean, electric carmaker. It's been making big moves, too. In addition to developing an entire family of VW and Audi electrics, it's put big money aside to secure its battery supplies until … [Read more...] about VW Says “Carbon Neutral” is the Only Way Forward
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Volkswagen Secures EV Batteries Through 2023
Between its Volkswagen, Audi, and Seat brands, the Volkswagen Group has committed to building more than 300,000 electric vehicles in 2021. That's a whole lot of electric cars from the company that, not too long ago, was touting the benefits of "clean diesel". As such, you can imagine that some people doubted the company's commitment ability to deliver. VW, though, claims … [Read more...] about Volkswagen Secures EV Batteries Through 2023
VW ID.R Set to Defend Goodwood FOS Title
Volkswagen's ID.R electric race car continues to re-write the rules of what electric cars are supposed to be capable of. In the last few years, the car has set records at both the perilous Pike's Peak hillclimb and the Nürburging's "Green Hell", as well as at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. Now, VW and its increasingly legendary driver, Romain Dumas, are headed back to … [Read more...] about VW ID.R Set to Defend Goodwood FOS Title
Video: Watch the VW ID.R Blast the Nürburgring Record
Last week, Volkswagen dropped acclaimed racing driver Romain Dumas behind the wheel of the ID.R-- one of the most powerful electric race cars ever built. Once he was trapped in, they pointed the pairing at Germany's famous Nürburgring, where they promptly set a new track record for electric cars. The ID.R didn't just set a new record, though. Along the way, it thoroughly … [Read more...] about Video: Watch the VW ID.R Blast the Nürburgring Record
VW Embraces EVs; will “Atone for its mistakes”
Yesterday, auto giant Volkswagen launched its self-proclaimed "new direction" in the American market with a press release titled "From 'Think Small' to "Drive Bigger,' Volkswagen embraces a new purpose." This announcement follows a bold advertisement campaign that included a commercial aired during the much watched NBA Finals. The commercial opens with audio clips of … [Read more...] about VW Embraces EVs; will “Atone for its mistakes”
VW Targets EV Record at Nürburgring
When Volkswagen took its awesome-looking, super swoopy ID. R electric race car to Pike's Peak last year, everyone kind of figured it would win. They spent a bajillion dollars, though-- so the win was kind of expected. What wasn't expected was that they'd take the overall record. By a lot. Despite having victory at the PPIHC in the bag, however, Volkswagen is hungry for more. … [Read more...] about VW Targets EV Record at Nürburgring
Rumormill: KTM Wants to Buy Ducati
Volkswagen executives have been trying to sell off their captive motorcycle brand, Ducati, since the fallout from their diesel emissions scandal started to come down. Thus far, VW's board of directors-- which includes the German company's labor unions, who account for nearly half the board seats-- has been "unenthusiastic" about selling Ducati. With KTM now showing interest, … [Read more...] about Rumormill: KTM Wants to Buy Ducati
New Report Says 97% of Auto Mechanics Can’t Work on Electric Cars
Recently published studies from the UK's Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) revealed that as many as 97% of active auto mechanics aren't qualified to work on electric cars. Worse, of that 3% that is qualified, the vast majority of them are employed at manufacturer's dealerships, presenting prospective EV buyers with very limited service options. In addition to limiting the … [Read more...] about New Report Says 97% of Auto Mechanics Can’t Work on Electric Cars
Electric Car Sharing Set to Launch in Sacramento
Over one hundred EVs are being deployed in a car sharing initiative brought to Sacramento by Envoy and Electrify America. 142 Volkswagen e-Golf electric cars will be available in the Sacramento area by early 2019 at 71 locations. The first of the EVs are located near the Whispering Pines Apartments in Meadowview. They can be rented by the minute, hour, or day. Envoy’s c … [Read more...] about Electric Car Sharing Set to Launch in Sacramento
Will VW Build its New Electric Cars in Ford Factories?
Volkswagen has doubled down on electric vehicles in the years following its multi-billion dollar "Dieselgate" emissions cheating scandal. That renewed commitment to replace its gas-powered fleet with low and zero-emission vehicles from VW may benefit another company that's been struggling to sell sedans in recent years: Ford. Cleantechnica's Steve Hanley has more on that … [Read more...] about Will VW Build its New Electric Cars in Ford Factories?