Marton Pettendy
2026 Volkswagen Amarok to go V6-only, except for maybe a cheaper new petrol variant
EXCLUSIVE: The German brand will soon follow Ford’s lead by axing the 2.0-litre bi-turbo diesel engine in its ute.
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William Stopford
2026 Volkswagen Touareg Wolfsburg Edition: Sporty large SUV send-off priced for Australia
The Volkswagen Touareg's swansong will include a special Wolfsburg Edition for Australia, bringing more standard kit and a blacked-out appearance.
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Derek Fung
Volkswagen T-Roc R: First details revealed, production to start in 2027
The second-generation Volkswagen T-Roc R will have a familiar drivetrain, but it will be a while before it arrives in Australia.
28 Days Ago
Max Davies
How Subaru, Nissan, VW and Chery got their start in Australia, and where they are now
From rugged military vehicles to electric SUVs, this is the model range evolution of four of Australia's favourite auto brands.
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Ben Zachariah
Volkswagen Transporter EV arrives, but PHEV delayed
Missing initially from Volkswagen’s new Transporter lineup is the plug-in hybrid, but the brand says there are still plenty of choices for buyers.
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Ben Zachariah
Volkswagen Amarok EV and PHEV utes ruled out… for now
Volkswagen has confirmed electric and plug-in hybrid versions of the Amarok ute aren’t coming in the current model – but never say never.
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Ben Zachariah
Australia no longer a dumping ground for old engines, thanks to emissions regulations – VW
The introduction of efficiency standards for new cars has helped change the landscape in Australia for the better, according to Volkswagen.
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Marton Pettendy
2026 Volkswagen Tiguan and Tayron upgraded already
Turning Assistant 2.0 headlines a series of updates for Volkswagen's new Tiguan and Tayron just months after their launches.
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William Stopford
Volkswagen T-Roc R: Production of hot SUV wrapping up for Australia
The current T-Roc R is exiting production, though Volkswagen says stock will be available into the first part of next year.
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Ben Zachariah
Chip crisis: Volkswagen may run out of semiconductors next week – report
After low supply of semiconductor computer microchips caused industry headaches during the pandemic, a new chip shortage is looming.
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William Stopford
Volkswagen Tiguan recalled
Volkswagen is recalling its popular mid-size SUV to address an issue that can switch off some safety systems without notifying the driver.
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Damion Smy
Volkswagen Golf production to stop as fresh semiconductor crisis threatens global auto industry
Production of the iconic hatchback will stop next week and could extend to other models and across the auto industry worldwide.
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Damion Smy
Volkswagen ID. Buzz production paused
Production of the German brand's ID. Buzz and Multivan people movers has been put on hold, but the stoppage won't impact Australian stock.
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Damion Smy
Former Australian Volkswagen, Nissan and Volvo factory joins ex-HSV HQ in being levelled for data centre
A former Volkswagen factory – and home to numerous other auto brands – has been razed to build a new data centre on the historic site.
2 Months Ago
Damion Smy
Volkswagen Touareg to bow out with a 2026 Final Edition confirmed for Australia
Volkswagen has confirmed the end of its Touareg flagship SUV, and the Final Edition will be available here before order books close in 2026.
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Max Davies
Volkswagen offers EV drive-away deals in time for Christmas
Volkswagen is introducing new deals to get buyers into its mid-size electric SUVs, headlined by an education day at dealers nationwide.
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