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Volkswagen Golf GTI to rev up India's hot hatch scene in August 2025

Volkswagen will bring the Golf GTI under the government's homologation-free import scheme which allows imports of 2,500 units without meeting local testing norms

Volkswagen Golf GTI to rev up India's hot hatch scene in August 2025
Updated On : 05 Jan 2025 | 11:22 AM IST

Decoded: How Volkswagen Group 'evaded' paying $1.4 billion in tax in India

Volkswagen bypassed the 35 per cent duty imposed on Completely Knocked-Down (CKD) units by misclassifying components as individual parts, according to Indian tax authorities

Decoded: How Volkswagen Group 'evaded' paying $1.4 billion in tax in India
Updated On : 03 Dec 2024 | 12:37 PM IST

Volkswagen India 'misclassified imports'; faces $1.4 bn tax evasion notice

A notice dated Sept 30 says Volkswagen used to import 'almost the entire' car in unassembled condition -- which attracts a 30-35 per cent import tax in India under rules for CKD, or completely knocked

Volkswagen India 'misclassified imports'; faces $1.4 bn tax evasion notice
Updated On : 29 Nov 2024 | 4:38 PM IST

Volkswagen India to offer 6 airbags across GNCAP Taigun, Virtus variants

German premium car maker Volkswagen India on Monday said it will offer six airbags across all variants of its 5-Star Global NCAP (GNCAP) safety-rated Taigun and Virtus models. Since the introduction of the India 2.0 product portfolio, the company said it is continuously enhancing its product offerings and has expanded its variant line-up, keeping in mind customer demand for its cars in India. While the subcompact crossover SUV Taigun was launched in India in September 2021, themed-sized sedan Virtus was rolled out in March 2022. "Our portfolio of India 2.0 cars will offer six airbags as standard across the line-up. With this, we are showcasing our commitment towards safer mobility," Brand Director at Volkswagen Passenger Cars India Ashish Gupta said. "We are also delighted to have achieved the over 1-lakh sales milestone by the Taigun and Virtus (since their introduction)," he said. Recently, Volkswagen India introduced two new variants of the Taigun GT Line with 1-litre turbo-pet

Volkswagen India to offer 6 airbags across GNCAP Taigun, Virtus variants
Updated On : 03 Jun 2024 | 7:16 PM IST

Automakers Volkswagen, Renault end talks to develop affordable EV: Report

VW sources said a decision on the EV plan is expected within weeks. Thomas Schaefer, CEO of the Volkswagen brand, has said he wants to launch a lower-priced EV by 2027

Automakers Volkswagen, Renault end talks to develop affordable EV: Report
Updated On : 17 May 2024 | 11:49 PM IST

Volkswagen strengthens retail footprint with new store in Tamil Nadu

German automaker Volkswagen has inaugurated a new store in the city under its expansion drive in the state, strengthening its retail presence in the country. With the setting up of a new outlet at Ambattur in the city, the total network for the automobile major stands at 26 sales and 20 service facilities in Tamil Nadu. "The Chennai Metropolitan area is one of the key markets for Volkswagen in India. In 2023, our Virtus was one of the highest-selling sedans in this market. With this inauguration of our newest touchpoint in Chennai, we are emphasising our commitment to the rising need for premium, safe, and reliable vehicles throughout India..", Volkswagen Passenger Cars India Brand Director Ashish Gupta said in a company statement on Saturday. The new store 'KUN Capital Motors' is headed by Director Arun Uppuswami and has a five-car display and 25 service bays, among others. "Our long-standing partnership with Volkswagen has driven a highly successful mobility revolution in Tamil .

Volkswagen strengthens retail footprint with new store in Tamil Nadu
Updated On : 04 May 2024 | 6:42 PM IST

Volkswagen targets 2-3 times faster growth than Indian PV industry in 2024

The firm's India brand director, Ashish Gupta said Virtus itself is growing in its segment (sub-compact sedan) and its rising sales will also assist the company in reaching the 15% growth target

Volkswagen targets 2-3 times faster growth than Indian PV industry in 2024
Updated On : 21 Mar 2024 | 8:25 PM IST

Mahindra & Mahindra to use Volkswagen electric components, battery cells

The Indian company will be the first external partner to use the unified cell, a new cell technology that Volkswagen plans to use for 80% of its battery cells and promises will reduce costs by half

Mahindra & Mahindra to use Volkswagen electric components, battery cells
Updated On : 16 Feb 2024 | 11:38 AM IST

Volkswagen Group's India unit looking to introduce entry-level electric SUV

The carmaker is looking at exporting the new EV to southeast Asia, Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries and North Africa

Volkswagen Group's India unit looking to introduce entry-level electric SUV
Updated On : 02 Feb 2024 | 11:53 AM IST

German automobile major Audi's sales jump 89% to reach 7,931 units in 2023

German luxury carmaker Audi on Friday reported 89 per cent growth in retail sales in India at 7,931 units last year as compared with 2022. The company had sold a total of 4,187 units in 2022. The sales growth last year was mainly driven by new launches -- Q3 Sportback, Q8 e-tron, and Q8 Sportback e-tron -- along with continued demand for the A4, A6, and Q5. Besides, top-end models like the Q7, Q8, A8 L, S5 Sportback, RS5 Sportback, RS Q8, e-tron GT, and the RS e-tron GT continued to witness strong demand. "2023 marks another successful year for us and our diverse and desirable product portfolio continues to garner robust demand," Audi India Head Balbir Singh Dhillon told reporters here. He noted that the company's retail footprint is expanding, culminating at the year-end with a total of 64 touch points, including showrooms and workshops, and 25 Audi Approved: plus showrooms nationwide. "We are confident that this momentum will carry into 2024," Dhillon said. Audi India continu

German automobile major Audi's sales jump 89% to reach 7,931 units in 2023
Updated On : 05 Jan 2024 | 12:21 PM IST

Volkswagen India onboards Centre's Kendriya Police Kalyan Bhandar scheme

Automaker Volkswagen India has partnered with Centre's Kendriya Police Kalyan Bhandar scheme to offer its products to personnel of central security agencies and their families. Under this initiative, Volkswagen India is making its entire range of cars available to beneficiaries of the KPKB scheme across the country. The KPKB scheme was launched as a welfare initiative by the Ministry of Home Affairs in 2006. It caters to serving and retired members of the Central Armed Police Forces and their families. Aimed at enhancing the accessibility of its portfolio of cars, this new initiative enables beneficiaries to experience world-class mobility with an even more reasonable price tag, the company said in a statement. Volkswagen retails the mid-size sedan Virtus, sports utility vehicle Taigun, and its premium SUV Tiguan in India. Some of the security forces covered under the scheme include the Border Security Forces, Central Reserve Police Force, Central Industrial Security Force, and ..

Volkswagen India onboards Centre's Kendriya Police Kalyan Bhandar scheme
Updated On : 16 Dec 2023 | 5:59 PM IST

Volkswagen Taigun, Virtus Sound Edition launched today, all details here

Making a big announcement, Volkswagen India has launched special edition variants of the Virtus sedan and Taigun SUV. The 'Sound Edition' is expected to include cosmetic improvements and new elements

Volkswagen Taigun, Virtus Sound Edition launched today, all details here
Updated On : 21 Nov 2023 | 5:16 PM IST

Suzuki to introduce three-cylinder engines: Why is this a big deal?

Suzuki has continued with its four-cylinder engines at a time when most carmakers have shifted to three-cylinder units

Suzuki to introduce three-cylinder engines: Why is this a big deal?
Updated On : 15 Nov 2023 | 1:25 PM IST

Volkswagen introduces Taigun 'Trail' edition as part of its GT range

GT refers to 'gran tourismo' or grand touring which refers to a vehicle that can deliver high performance for long-distance travels

Volkswagen introduces Taigun 'Trail' edition as part of its GT range
Updated On : 02 Nov 2023 | 4:43 PM IST

New Renault Duster to get three engine options; global debut on Nov 29

The new Duster will likely be launched in the Indian market by 2025. Along with the 5-seater Duster, Renault is planning to launch a 7-seater version of the car which will be called "Bigster"

New Renault Duster to get three engine options; global debut on Nov 29
Updated On : 25 Oct 2023 | 1:53 PM IST

Tata Harrier, Safari facelifts launched, get five-star safety rating

Harrier and Safari are Tata's first cars to be tested under the new, more stringent norms of Global NCAP testing

Tata Harrier, Safari facelifts launched, get five-star safety rating
Updated On : 17 Oct 2023 | 3:58 PM IST

VW to offer new features, benefits with Taigun, Virtus this festival season

Volkswagen (VW) will introduce twin electrically adjustable front seats (driver and co-driver) for its midsize SUV Taigun and sedan, Virtus

VW to offer new features, benefits with Taigun, Virtus this festival season
Updated On : 03 Oct 2023 | 6:02 PM IST

Volkswagen Virtus GT DSG launched in India at Rs 16.19 lakh, details here

German carmaker Volkswagen Virtus GT DSG will be available in each of the seven varieties- Wild Cherry Red, Curcuma Yellow, Carbon Steel Grey, Rising Blue, Candy White, Lava Blue and Reflex Silver

Volkswagen Virtus GT DSG launched in India at Rs 16.19 lakh, details here
Updated On : 03 Jul 2023 | 5:19 PM IST

Volkswagen offering up to Rs 1.40 lakh discounts on Taigun and Virtus

It is likely that buyers can avail of discounts over and above these offers as they finalise their purchase

Volkswagen offering up to Rs 1.40 lakh discounts on Taigun and Virtus
Updated On : 21 Jun 2023 | 2:54 PM IST

Volkswagen unveils Taigun with two variants, two limited editions

The Virtus GT plus (DSG and Manual) in an exclusive "Deep Black Pearl" finish will make up the "GT Limited collection"

Volkswagen unveils Taigun with two variants, two limited editions
Updated On : 19 Apr 2023 | 7:11 PM IST