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Forget Tesla's robotaxis – this new VW ID Buzz will soon be the sleekest self-driving ride on the roads

Hitting the streets in 2026, VW's driverless ID Buzz offers space and style, without the need for a driver.

TechRadar

This Is the Most Powerful Volkswagen GTI Ever

Already the fastest Volkswagen around the Nürburgring, the Golf GTI Edition 50 is now also the most potent car from Wolfsburg to wear the Grand Touring Injection badge. It remains front-wheel drive, but now packs nearly as much power as the all-wheel-drive Golf R. This special version takes the GTI…

Motor1

Rivian vs. Lucid: Who’s Best Positioned to Steal Tesla’s Thunder?

Rivian and Lucid have exciting developments including new models and partnerships, but will that be enough to take on Tesla?

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I can’t wait to see what Volkswagen has cooking for its ID 2 R hot hatch

Does VW have an electric hot hatch to rival the Renault 5 Turbo 3E?

Used Volvo V90 PHEV Ownership Update: Costs, Efficiency And Annoyances

I’ve put a little over 3,000 miles in two months on my used fast wagon. Did it make sense to go with a plug-in hybrid?

InsideEVs

Highcock leaps to third in Ryan Motorsport Insurance Autosport National Rankings

Two more BMW 120 Coupe Cup victories have propelled Matthew Highcock up to third in the Ryan Motorsport Insurance Autosport National Rankings.

Autosport

The Base 2026 Nissan Leaf Doesn't Get The Cool Taillights

Update: Nissan has contacted Motor1 to explain that there was a glitch in the configurator, and that all trim levels of the Leaf will feature the black band on the tailgate. The high-end taillights will remain exclusive to the Platinum+.

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Volkswagen Will Sell You An ID. Buzz Robotaxi

The production version of the driverless van is set to go global next year, possibly ahead of Tesla’s Cybercab.

InsideEVs

‘It’s Naive' To Anchor EV Plans On Tax Credits: Scout Motors CEO

The American automaker backed by the Volkswagen Group has a few aces up its sleeve to help it tackle changing policies.

InsideEVs

The Most American-Made Cars Are EVs Now

Tesla has once again dominated the Cars.com American Made Index. More importantly—so have a number of other EVs. Welcome to the era of patriotic electrification

InsideEVs

Audi Changes Its Mind. Will Make Gas Cars For Another 10 Years

Next Monday, June 23, will mark three years since Audi pledged to launch its final gas-powered cars in 2025 and transition to selling only EVs starting in 2026. At the time, the Volkswagen Group’s luxury brand also vowed to end production of combustion engine vehicles by 2033. While it left…

Motor1

Mexican Judge Linked to Ayotzinapa and Ovidio Guzmán Cases Found Dead in Mexico State

Everardo Maya Arias, a prominent figure in Mexico's judicial system known for his involvement in high-profile cases, was found dead June 15 in Zinacantepec, Mexico State.

Latin Times

5 Car Brands That Abandoned Hybrid Technology After Profiting From the Hype

Hybrid technology once seemed like the future of driving, promising better fuel efficiency and a greener footprint. For a while, car brands raced to launch hybrid models, capitalizing on the buzz and consumer demand. But as the automotive landscape shifted, some of these same brands quietly stepped away from hybrids,…

Clever Dude

Special Saloons and Modsports put on Silverstone show

Special Saloons and Modsports fans watching from trackside or on live streaming were entertained by Saturday’s Classic Sports Car Club Silverstone National circuit staples, although the winners’ self-built cars met but briefly on track. Danny Morris in the turbocharged two-litre Ford Cosworth YB-powered Spirit of RPM Peugeot 309 and Simon…

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The Independent UK

XPeng G6 Standard: The nicest car you’ve never heard of

CAR REVIEW: With the looks of a Cayenne and Tesla tech at a bargain price, Sean O’Grady reckons this whisper-quiet SUV could make some real noise

Motor1

Peugeot Brings Back The GTi, But It's Electric

Would you look at that? Peugeot is beating Volkswagen to the electric GTI punch. Although the Germans unveiled a concept in 2023 and have been talking about a production version ever since, the French are launching to market first. As before, the company with the lion badge writes it “GTi”…

Motor1

The Golf GTI Edition 50 Is The Fastest VW Ever at The Nurburgring

After Xiaomi broke the record for the fastest production EV at the Nürburgring, Volkswagen has its own reason to celebrate a recent performance at the Green Hell. However, this is more of a personal best than an outright record. The unreleased Golf GTI Edition 50 has been crowned the fastest…

The National (Scotland)

Teenager dies following crash involving car and lorry

A TEENAGER has died, and two others are in hospital with serious injuries following a collision between a lorry and a car in West Lothian ...

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Littlewood pools more wins to go second in Ryan Motorsport Insurance Autosport Rankings

Radical racer Marcus Littlewood has shot up to second in the Ryan Motorsport Insurance Autosport National Rankings, while Ali Bray has extended his lead at the top of the table.

InsideEVs

Kia's PV5 Electric Van Is A Volkswagen ID. Buzz-Beating Deal

After the cargo version, Kia now announces the prices for the electric minibus PV5 passenger in Europe. It is cheaper than a Volkswagen ID.Buzz.

InsideEVs

'Extreme-Right Totems': Tesla Owners Go To Court Over Musk's Politics

Plus, General Motors infuses $4 billion into U.S. production, and Volkswagen considers a smaller electric van after the ID. Buzz.

Motor1

Prices Gone Mad: VW Wants $32,000 for a Hatchback With 94 HP

The Polo turns 50 this year. Hardly breaking news. Well, Volkswagen is giving the baby Golf a special edition to mark half a century since the original model, penned by Bertone’s Marcello Gandini, came out. It goes on sale today in Germany, but the price tag reminded me just how…

The Conversation

Cheating by car makers, tampering by owners: crucial car pollution control is being sabotaged

Emission control systems in modern cars have slashed air pollutants such as particulate matter and nitrogen oxides.

Motor1

Here's What It's Actually Like To Own a Skoda

As the sole European member of the Motor1 US team, I often prod my colleagues about just how good I have it when it comes to car variety. Despite living in an SUV era, Europe still has hatchbacks, sedans, and wagons abound. I can still get a regular Volkswagen Golf…

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Every Hot Hatchback You Can Buy In 2025

Hot hatchbacks don't have the same stranglehold over the affordable performance segment that they once did. At least, not in the US. As recently as the mid-2010s, we were spoiled for choice with options like the Fiat 500 Abarth, the Ford Focus and Fiesta STs, the Mazdaspeed 3—and so many…

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