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Brazil's Interior Tech Hub Patents 5X National Average
Innovation2d ago

Brazil's Interior Tech Hub Patents 5X National Average

A mid-sized city in São Paulo state is outpacing Brazil's tech scene with over 200 innovative companies, giants like Embraer and Volkswagen, and a patent rate five times the national average. São Carlos earned the official title "National Capital of Technology" by building something special: a thriving ecosystem where universities, industry, and startups work side by side.

Google News - Brazil Innovation2 min read
Letter in $1,000 Beetle Sparks Cross-State Reunion
Acts of Kindness6d ago

Letter in $1,000 Beetle Sparks Cross-State Reunion

A goodbye note tucked under a sun visor turned a parts car into a restored treasure. What started as a $1,000 auction buy ended with a father's memory rolling home.

Upworthy2 min read
VW and Mastertons Brew 75th Anniversary Coffee Blend
Acts of KindnessMay 20

VW and Mastertons Brew 75th Anniversary Coffee Blend

Two of South Africa's most beloved brands are celebrating 75 years of automotive heritage with a limited-edition coffee created by employees. Volkswagen and century-old Mastertons Coffee joined forces to craft "The People's Blend" using beans from across Africa.

Daily Maverick2 min read
VW Unveils $45K Electric GTI Hot Hatch With 263-Mile Range
InnovationMay 16

VW Unveils $45K Electric GTI Hot Hatch With 263-Mile Range

Volkswagen just revealed the ID. Polo GTI, the first electric version of its legendary hot hatch, delivering 222 horsepower and genuine driving thrills for under $45,000. Fifty years after launching the original Golf GTI, the German automaker is proving that electric cars can be both fun and affordable.

Electrek2 min read
VW's Electric Bus Drops to $49K With Massive Discounts
InnovationMay 9

VW's Electric Bus Drops to $49K With Massive Discounts

The retro-styled Volkswagen ID.Buzz electric van is now selling for under $49,000 at select dealerships, slashing nearly $15,000 off the original sticker price. After a rocky launch with dealer markups over $100,000, the spacious electric minivan might finally hit the sweet spot for families going green.

Electrek2 min read
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VideosMay 5

VW's "Gamechanger" Could Cut Electric Car Costs in Half

Volkswagen is developing a revolutionary production process at its German headquarters that could slash manufacturing costs and make electric vehicles affordable for everyone. The automaker is embracing cutting-edge techniques pioneered by competitors to transform how cars are built.

CleanTechnica3 min read
Kia Slashes EV4 Price by $10K After VW Competition
SolutionsApr 22

Kia Slashes EV4 Price by $10K After VW Competition

European electric car shoppers just got a major win as Kia dropped prices on its EV4 by over $10,000 in response to Volkswagen's newest competitor. The price war is making affordable electric vehicles more accessible than ever.

Electrek2 min read
VW Launches $33,700 Electric SUV in China
InnovationApr 18

VW Launches $33,700 Electric SUV in China

Volkswagen just launched a high-tech electric SUV in China for under $34,000, featuring 20-minute charging and cutting-edge self-driving technology. The automaker plans to release a new electric vehicle every two weeks this year as part of its comeback strategy.

Electrek2 min read
Volkswagen Turns EV Batteries Into Home Power Banks
InnovationApr 16

Volkswagen Turns EV Batteries Into Home Power Banks

Your electric car could soon power your home and earn you money while parked in the driveway. Volkswagen just announced a breakthrough system that lets EV batteries store and share energy with the power grid. #

Google News - Electric Vehicle3 min read
Vatican Partners with Elli for Electric Fleet Charging
VideosApr 16

Vatican Partners with Elli for Electric Fleet Charging

The Vatican has teamed up with Volkswagen's Elli Mobility to manage its growing electric vehicle fleet across Europe. The partnership brings modern charging infrastructure to one of the world's oldest institutions as it races toward climate-neutral mobility by 2030.

CleanTechnica2 min read
VW's Self-Driving Minibuses Begin LA Tests for Uber Service
InnovationApr 9

VW's Self-Driving Minibuses Begin LA Tests for Uber Service

Volkswagen and Uber just launched testing of autonomous electric minibuses in Los Angeles, bringing the city one step closer to a new robotaxi service by late 2026. The innovative ID. Buzz vehicles combine zero-emission technology with self-driving capability to reshape urban transportation.

TechCrunch2 min read
Connecticut Invests $15M Settlement in Clean Air Projects
SolutionsApr 8

Connecticut Invests $15M Settlement in Clean Air Projects

Connecticut is channeling $15 million from the Volkswagen emissions scandal into projects that will actually clean the air residents breathe. The state's turning corporate wrongdoing into environmental wins for communities across Connecticut.

Google News - Emissions Reduction2 min read
Volkswagen Hits 2 Million EVs in Just 13 Years
InnovationMar 22

Volkswagen Hits 2 Million EVs in Just 13 Years

Volkswagen just delivered its two millionth electric vehicle, doubling its EV sales in under a year as cleaner transportation goes mainstream. The German automaker now outsells Tesla in Europe and plans even faster growth ahead.

Google: electric vehicle milestone2 min read
Volkswagen and XPENG Launch Electric SUV in 24 Months
InnovationMar 14

Volkswagen and XPENG Launch Electric SUV in 24 Months

Volkswagen just rolled out its first electric SUV built entirely in China, proving that international partnerships can accelerate clean transportation. The ID.UNYX 08 went from concept to production in just two years.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
Volkswagen Opens 20 MW Battery Storage Plant in Germany
SolutionsMar 10

Volkswagen Opens 20 MW Battery Storage Plant in Germany

Volkswagen just flipped the switch on its first major battery storage facility, proving the carmaker is serious about becoming an energy company too. The 20 MW system in Salzgitter, Germany marks a big step beyond just building electric cars.

PV Magazine2 min read
Volkswagen Delivers 4 Million Electric Vehicles Worldwide
Planet WinsMar 9

Volkswagen Delivers 4 Million Electric Vehicles Worldwide

Volkswagen Group just hit a remarkable milestone, delivering its four millionth electric vehicle and solidifying its position as Europe's electric car leader. The achievement marks 12 years of steady progress since launching its first electric model in 2013.

Google: electric vehicle milestone3 min read
VW Delivers 4 Million Electric Cars in Historic Milestone
Planet WinsMar 7

VW Delivers 4 Million Electric Cars in Historic Milestone

Volkswagen Group just delivered its four millionth electric vehicle, with the last million happening in just one year. What took a decade to achieve initially is now accelerating faster than anyone predicted.

Google: electric vehicle milestone2 min read
Volkswagen Hits 4 Million Electric Vehicles Sold
Planet WinsMar 5

Volkswagen Hits 4 Million Electric Vehicles Sold

Volkswagen Group just delivered its four millionth electric vehicle, cementing its spot as a top-five global EV maker and Europe's clear leader with 27% market share. What took a decade to reach one million took just one year for the fourth million.

Google: electric vehicle milestone2 min read
Volkswagen Hits 2 Million Electric Vehicles Sold Worldwide
Planet WinsMar 4

Volkswagen Hits 2 Million Electric Vehicles Sold Worldwide

Volkswagen just delivered its two millionth electric vehicle, cementing its spot as a major force in the shift to cleaner transportation. The German automaker now has its sights set on affordable EVs that could finally bring electric cars within reach for everyday drivers.

Google: electric vehicle milestone2 min read
Volkswagen Delivers 2 Millionth Electric Vehicle
SolutionsMar 2

Volkswagen Delivers 2 Millionth Electric Vehicle

Volkswagen just handed over its two millionth all-electric vehicle, marking a huge leap in the company's transformation from traditional carmaker to electric vehicle leader. The milestone ID.3 was delivered in Dresden this week, celebrating over a decade of electric innovation.

Google: electric vehicle milestone2 min read

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