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2025 Volkswagen announced plans to ban all factory-farmed meat from its staff cafeterias
2025 Volkswagen introduces the second-generation T-Roc, built on the MQB Evo platform shared with the Golf Mk8.5.
2025 Volkswagen introduced a facelift version of the Talagon, updating the vehicle's design and potentially refining its features.
2025 Anticipated availability of 'I.D. Pilot' autonomous mode for the ID. Buzz minivan.
April 2025 ID. EVO SUV concept was introduced at Auto Shanghai in Shanghai.
March 2025 ID. Every1 hatchback concept was introduced, with planned production in 2027, evolving from the earlier ID. Life concept.
2025 The Taos receives a mid-cycle refresh in North America, featuring updated bodywork, a revised 1.5L turbocharged engine producing 174 horsepower, and an 8-speed automatic transmission becoming standard on all models.
2025 Planned introduction of new models including the Teramont Pro, Tera subcompact crossover SUV, and ID. UNYX electric crossover for China.
2025 Planned introduction of Tera (subcompact crossover SUV in Latin America and India) and Teramont Pro.
2025 Volkswagen launches the second generation of the Atlas, introducing a new design and updated features for the mid-size SUV model.
February 2025 Volkswagen's market capitalization was valued at US$50.5 billion, highlighting the company's significant financial standing in the automotive industry.
February 2025 Volkswagen added two new entry-level variants to the T-Cross lineup in South Africa, offering an option with the 1.0 TSI engine.
February 2025 The T-Cross reached a significant milestone of 500,000 units produced in Brazil, highlighting its success in the Latin American market.
2024 European production increased to 140,154 units, potentially indicating a market recovery for the Volkswagen Polo.
2024 Production of the ID. Buzz continues with 29,900 units produced, maintaining strong production levels.
2024 Volkswagen plans to introduce an all-wheel-drive version of the ID. Buzz LWB (Long Wheelbase) model with a combined motor output.
2024 In North America, the Tayron was unveiled the night before the Automobility LA press days at the 2024 Los Angeles Auto Show, where it will be marketed under the Tiguan nameplate.
2024 US production of Volkswagen ID.4 reaches 17,021 units, indicating continued market presence
2024 Model year update introduced faster acceleration, with the fastest model now capable of 0-100 km/h sprint in 5.4 seconds, reduced from previous 5.7 seconds.
2024 Vehicle updated with a more powerful and efficient APP 550 electric motor, increased range, and revised software and infotainment hardware.
2024 Launch of the Passat Pro and Teramont Pro, and transition of Caravelle and Transporter to Ford Pro platform, indicating ongoing model updates and strategic partnerships.
2024 Sales reach 322,933 units, marking the lowest point in the provided sales data for the Volkswagen Lavida.
2024 Volkswagen discontinued the Golf GTD model for the 2024 model year, ending its production run in the Mk8 generation.
2024 Production of the second-generation Tayron begins at three global locations: Wolfsburg, Germany; Puebla, Mexico; and Changchun, China.
2024 Discontinuation of 6-speed manual transmission for GTI and GTI Clubsport models with the Mk8.5 update.
2024 Phasing out of 6-speed manual transmission for TDI diesel models, transitioning to 7-speed DSG transmission.
2024 Introduction of 1.5 TSI manual transmission model targeting specific markets from 2024 onwards.
2024 Early sales data shows 17,565 units sold in Brazil, indicating continued market presence
2024 Continued moderate recovery in North American markets, with U.S. sales increasing to 71,830 units. China sales decrease to 241,127 units
2024 Volkswagen updated the California campervan, now based on the T7 Multivan with MQB Evo platform.
2024 Introduction of the Tayron Mk2/Tiguan global model, and the new Caravelle based on the Ford Transit Custom platform.
2024 The third-generation Tiguan was officially launched.
2024 Phase-out of 2.0 TSI 245 4Motion and 2.0 TDI 200 4Motion variants
2024 Preliminary data shows continued market presence with a significant market reaching 83,976 units, indicating ongoing popularity of the Volkswagen T-Cross.
2024 Brazil maintains production momentum with 55,922 units, while Turkey sees further growth to 14,115 units.
2024 Introduction of new 1.5 TSI engine variant with manual transmission, indicating a continued development of powertrain options for the Golf Mk8.
2024 Phasing out of manual transmission for diesel models, with a shift towards 7-speed DSG transmission.
2024 The Golf GTI 380 is released for the 2024 North American model year, marking the last year of manual transmission for the Golf GTI in the North American market.
2024 A new Magotan model based on the B9 version of the European Passat is introduced in the Chinese market, continuing the local variant of the Volkswagen Passat.
2024 The Atlas discontinues the VR6 engine option due to stricter EPA emissions standards, switching to a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine as the sole powertrain.
December 2024 Tens of thousands of Volkswagen workers in Germany go on strike in response to company challenges.
November 27 2024 Volkswagen announced the sale of its Xinjiang factory in China, citing declining demand for combustion engine vehicles.
November 21 2024 Swedish battery producer Northvolt filed for bankruptcy, after Volkswagen had previously invested 1.4 billion euros in the company.
October 2024 Volkswagen presented the second-generation Tayron at the Paris Motor Show, marking its first global market introduction outside of China.
October 2024 Scout Motors announced it will sell directly to customers and service vehicles itself, following the Tesla model, instead of using the Volkswagen dealer network.
October 2024 Volkswagen plans to close at least three plants in Germany and cut jobs due to challenges with EV investments and declining Chinese sales.
September 2024 Passat Pro saloon from SAIC Volkswagen joint venture was released, featuring a different front fascia borrowed from the Passat Variant and shorter in length compared to the Magotan.
September 2024 German Economy Minister Robert Habeck responds to potential mass layoffs at Volkswagen, stating the government would consider ways to help the company.
September 30 2024 Volkswagen experienced a 64% drop in profit for the three months ending September 2024.

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