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Volkswagen has gotten the approval on a fix for their older first-generation 2.0L TDI models involved in the diesel emission scandal. Now they're waiting for Federal officials to give the go ahead for the automaker to begin selling these vehicles. When that approval comes, Volkswagen's head of North America Hinrich Woebcken says they have a plan to get them to dealers. Speaking with Automotive News, Woebcken said the company would slowly release the 2.0L TDI vehicles to their 652 dealers in the U.S. Dealers will get a "right of first refusal" for models that were returned through their dealerships. The slow release is to try and keep the residual values somewhat stable. Dealers are excited to start selling these fixed vehicles according to Woebcken. "There is, of course, a community of customers who would like to take a look at these cars, once they fulfill the regulations, and that's why we are pretty optimistic that we will have a successful remarketing of those cars," said Woebcken. The first-generation 2.0L TDI models require a more extensive fix than the second-generation 2.0 TDI with new hardware and software. However, not all of the first-generation 2.0L TDI models will be fixed. Herbert Diess, global head of the Volkswagen brand said some of the higher-mileage models would be scrapped. "If the mileage is too high and the residual value is too low, it doesn't make sense anymore" to fix them. But the majority of the cars are going to be resold," said Diess. Source: Automotive News (Subscription Required) View full article -
Volkswagen has gotten the approval on a fix for their older first-generation 2.0L TDI models involved in the diesel emission scandal. Now they're waiting for Federal officials to give the go ahead for the automaker to begin selling these vehicles. When that approval comes, Volkswagen's head of North America Hinrich Woebcken says they have a plan to get them to dealers. Speaking with Automotive News, Woebcken said the company would slowly release the 2.0L TDI vehicles to their 652 dealers in the U.S. Dealers will get a "right of first refusal" for models that were returned through their dealerships. The slow release is to try and keep the residual values somewhat stable. Dealers are excited to start selling these fixed vehicles according to Woebcken. "There is, of course, a community of customers who would like to take a look at these cars, once they fulfill the regulations, and that's why we are pretty optimistic that we will have a successful remarketing of those cars," said Woebcken. The first-generation 2.0L TDI models require a more extensive fix than the second-generation 2.0 TDI with new hardware and software. However, not all of the first-generation 2.0L TDI models will be fixed. Herbert Diess, global head of the Volkswagen brand said some of the higher-mileage models would be scrapped. "If the mileage is too high and the residual value is too low, it doesn't make sense anymore" to fix them. But the majority of the cars are going to be resold," said Diess. Source: Automotive News (Subscription Required) -
VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA REPORTS AUGUST 2017 SALES RESULTS August sales totaled 32,015 units, an increase of 9 percent over August 2016 Year-to-date sales totaled 220,344, an increase of 6.4 percent Sales of the all-new 2018 Atlas totaled 2,807 units Sales of the all-new 2018 Tiguan totaled 2,516 units Herndon, VA — (September 1, 2017) Volkswagen of America, Inc. (VWoA) today reported sales of 32,015 units delivered in August 2017, a 9 percent increase over August 2016. With 220,344 units delivered year-to-date in 2017, the company is reporting an increase of 6.4 percent in year-over-year sales. August marked the first full month of sales for the all-new 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan; deliveries for the month totaled 2,516 units. The 2018 Tiguan was redesigned and specifically engineered to meet the needs of American customers, with a more sophisticated and spacious interior, flexible seating, and available high-tech infotainment and driver-assistance features. Volkswagen will continue sales of the current generation Tiguan and will introduce the 2017 Tiguan Limited, based off the original platform. The Tiguan Limited reconfigures the offer structure for low complexity and high value in the compact SUV space. The 2018 Tiguan joins the Chattanooga-built Atlas in Volkswagen’s expanded SUV lineup. Deliveries of the Atlas totaled 2,807 for the month. August 2017 Sales August 17 August 16 Yr/Yr% change August 17 YTD August 16 YTD Yr/Yr% change Golf 1,436 1,141 25.9% 9,873 8,467 16.6% GTI 2,117 2,081 1.7% 14,597 15,350 -4.9% Golf R 100 107 -6.5% 2,584 2,899 -10.9% e-Golf 317 454 -30.2% 2,512 2,253 11.5% Golf SportWagen 1,991 1,057 88.4% 20,225 7,544 168.1% Total Golf Family 5,961 4,840 23.2% 49,791 36,513 36.4% Jetta Sedan 12,409 11,720 5.9% 78,958 81,444 -3.1% Jetta SportWagen (now Golf SportWagen) N/A N/A N/A N/A 5 -120.0% Total Jetta 12,409 11,720 5.9% 78,957 81,449 -3.1% Beetle Coupe 667 1,117 -40.3% 6,272 5,851 7.2% Beetle Convertible 557 402 38.6% 5,132 3,969 29.3% Total Beetle 1,224 1,519 -19.4% 11,404 9,820 16.1% Eos* N/A N/A N/A 1 387 -99.7% Passat 5,714 7,389 -22.7% 45,994 46,751 -1.6% CC 97 247 -60.7% 1,111 2,121 -47.6% Tiguan 1,005 3,302 -69.6% 19,454 27,237 -28.6% 2018 Tiguan 2,516 N/A N/A 3,109 N/A N/A Touareg 282 367 -23.2% 2,387 2,978 -19.8% Atlas 2,807 N/A N/A 8,136 N/A N/A TOTAL 32,015 29,384 9.0% 220,344 207,156 6.37% *Eos production ended in July 2015
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Late last week, Volkswagen unveiled the production T-Roc crossover. The subcompact crossover is based on the MQB platform and stands out with a stylish look and range of gas and diesel engines. Previously, we have reported that the T-Roc was under consideration for the U.S.. But a new report says the model is off the table for the time being. “The car is meant for Europe and China. The most compact model of the Volkswagen range for the U.S. remains Tiguan,” a Volkswagen source tells Automobile Magazine. No reason was given as to why the T-Roc would skip the U.S. But if we were to hazard a guess, it might be due to Volkswagen not being able to get the price low enough for the U.S. Only a couple of months ago , we reported that Volkswagen wasn't planning to bring over the Polo subcompact for the same reason. There was a rumor floating around a month or two ago that Volkswagen might do a different subcompact crossover for the U.S. Whether this happens or if Volkswagen decides to send the T-Roc to the U.S., we'll let you know. Source: Automobile Magazine View full article
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Late last week, Volkswagen unveiled the production T-Roc crossover. The subcompact crossover is based on the MQB platform and stands out with a stylish look and range of gas and diesel engines. Previously, we have reported that the T-Roc was under consideration for the U.S.. But a new report says the model is off the table for the time being. “The car is meant for Europe and China. The most compact model of the Volkswagen range for the U.S. remains Tiguan,” a Volkswagen source tells Automobile Magazine. No reason was given as to why the T-Roc would skip the U.S. But if we were to hazard a guess, it might be due to Volkswagen not being able to get the price low enough for the U.S. Only a couple of months ago , we reported that Volkswagen wasn't planning to bring over the Polo subcompact for the same reason. There was a rumor floating around a month or two ago that Volkswagen might do a different subcompact crossover for the U.S. Whether this happens or if Volkswagen decides to send the T-Roc to the U.S., we'll let you know. Source: Automobile Magazine- 7 comments
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Rumorpile: FCA, Volkswagen Possibly To Team Up On Van, Midsize Truck
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The relationship between Fiat Chrysler Automobiles and Volkswagen has been frosty, to say the least when it comes to a possible merger - Volkswagen has said no to this idea. But it appears the two have been talking about possible alliance when it comes to certain light utility vehicles. The Wall Street Journal has learned from a source that the two companies held discussions on producing some light-duty vehicles such as the Caddy van (Transit Connect and ProMaster City sized) and Amarok pickup. The source said the talks are still at an early stage. "It's still very vague, we have to see if this will be pursued," said the source. If these discussions do go somewhere, it might give Ram something it badly needs in the U.S.; a midsize pickup. Also, sources tell the paper that Volkswagen "isn’t currently eyeing the Jeep unit itself, or considering a takeover bid for Fiat Chrysler." They're still dealing with the fallout from the diesel emission scandal. Source: The Wall Street Journal (Subscription Required) -
The relationship between Fiat Chrysler Automobiles and Volkswagen has been frosty, to say the least when it comes to a possible merger - Volkswagen has said no to this idea. But it appears the two have been talking about possible alliance when it comes to certain light utility vehicles. The Wall Street Journal has learned from a source that the two companies held discussions on producing some light-duty vehicles such as the Caddy van (Transit Connect and ProMaster City sized) and Amarok pickup. The source said the talks are still at an early stage. "It's still very vague, we have to see if this will be pursued," said the source. If these discussions do go somewhere, it might give Ram something it badly needs in the U.S.; a midsize pickup. Also, sources tell the paper that Volkswagen "isn’t currently eyeing the Jeep unit itself, or considering a takeover bid for Fiat Chrysler." They're still dealing with the fallout from the diesel emission scandal. Source: The Wall Street Journal (Subscription Required) View full article
