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Volkswagen vows to build 22 million e-cars over next decade

FRANKFURT, Germany — German automaker Volkswagen said Tuesday it plans to ramp up its production of electric vehicles over the next ten years to 22 million and reduce its carbon footprint over vehicle life cycles by 30…

European chamber wants status quo on car taxes

The European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (ECCP) is worried over the looming increase in excise tax on automobiles, raising concern that this will push European car makers “to be even more disadvantaged” in the local…

Volkswagen PH kicks off “Steps to Safety” campaign at Robinsons Magnolia on May 20

Volkswagen Philippines, exclusive importer and distributor of the number one European car brand in the country, kicks off the upgraded version of its award-winning Child Safety Initiative (CSI) campaign at the atrium of the Robinsons Magnolia Mall…

Volkswagen PH introduces Golf R performance hatchback

Hot hatch fans are in for a treat in 2017. Hot on the wheels of the Honda Civic Type R comes Volkswagen’s entry, the Golf R. VW Philippines has quietly introduced the Golf R to the market,…

Volkswagen I.D. Buzz resurrects classic minibus at Detroit

As automakers continue to shift to electric vehicles, there is a struggle to appease diehard fans of traditional vehicles while trying to get attention for EVs from the rest of the market. To satisfy both markets, Volkswagen…

Volkswagen PH’s CSI campaign kicks off in Cebu on Oct. 15

Volkswagen Philippines’ award-winning Child Safety Initiative (CSI) campaign crosses over to the Visayas region after successful runs in Metro Manila and key cities in Luzon. On October 15 to 16, the CSI Visayas campaign formally activates at…

VW offers the best cars and café experience in BGC

When was the last time you went to a car dealership for some fancy dining? Volkswagen Philippines and Ilustrado Restaurant of Intramuros recently opened V by Ilustrado Café and Lounge inside the Volkswagen showroom located on 28th…

VW Philippines to field ASEAN-made cars after 2015

Volkswagen Philippines, under Ayala company Automobile Central Enterprise Inc. (ACEI), made a big splash when it made its comeback in 2013. One obstacle for the group is the relatively high prices of its cars. One reason is…