Daily Drive Thru: Nissan recalls 3.5 million cars, Volkswagen wants a tech partner, FCA gets Siri update, and more

Nissan is recalling 3.5 million cars, including recent versions of the Maxima, for possibly airbag issues. Looking for a roundup of the latest and most important news from the automotive world? You’ve found it in the Daily Drive-Thru. Check it out every …

Volkswagen and others not so excited about electric cars, resist EV-friendly regs in Europe

Back in October, about three weeks after the Dieselgate scandal began making headlines, Volkswagen announced a major change in strategy–one that involved focusing far more attention on electric cars. But oh, what a difference a few months can make.

Need to tow? Volkswagen's updated Amarok offers more power than ever

The mid-size pickup truck segment in Europe is growing at an unprecedented pace. Volkswagen is preparing for the arrival of new entrants like Renault and PSA Peugeot-Citron by updating the rugged Amarok. The visual updates made to the Amarok are more …

2017 Volkswagen Amarok Ditches 2.0 TDI for 3.0 TDI V6

About time, Volkswagen! At long last, the Wolfsburg-based manufacturer has updated the Amarok pickup truck, seven frigging years after production started. The wait has been worth it, however, as you’ll find out in the following few paragraphs. The …

Volkswagen Brand's U.S. Sales Drop Is Smallest Since December

Volkswagen AG’s namesake brand said its April U.S. sales fell 9.7 percent, the smallest drop since December, in a sign that the automaker may be starting to win back consumer trust after regulators said in September that it cheated on diesel-emissions tests.

When Did Volkswagen Make The Best GTI?

Recently someone asked our man Doug if there was a “best of all words” car. Many have made the argument that Volkswagen’s iconic GTI offers one of the best combinations of fun, affordability, and practicality. But which generation will go down as the …

Volkswagen to bet on electric cars following emissions-rigging scandal

Mueller said that the company would “make electric cars one of Volkswagen’s new hallmarks” with 20 new models by 2020. Nevertheless, it is commendable that Volkswagen is now seeking to make further amends by emphasising digital car-sharing services and …

Volkswagen Planning Big Investments In Plug-In Vehicles & SUVs In China

Volkswagen Group is planning to invest around €4 billion in conjunction with its joint venture partners in China in 2016, according to a recent press release. The investment funds will be used primarily to support the company’s focus on the SUV and …

Volkswagen serves up some trucking cool forbidden fruit

One piece of Volkswagen equipment that gets the attention of US enthusiasts is the Amarok, the brand’s midsize truck. Yet, thanks to a 25 percent tariff on brandy, potato starch and light-duty trucks (yes, it’s really called the chicken tax), it would be …

Volkswagen reaches judge's deadline for diesel auto fix

Referring to the class action by owners, Daimler said their lawsuit’s claims were without merit and the Justice Department investigation was unrelated. In February, a group of Mercedes-Benz owners filed a federal complaint, alleging the luxury auto maker’s …