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Report: VW looking to build battery plant, electric car platform for larger cars
As it tries to dig itself out of the diesel scandal, Volkswagen is paying more attention to electric cars. The German automaker has already discussed an all-electric version of the next Phaeton, and a dedicated platform for small electric cars called MEB. Now it seems there are other VW... read more
VW doubles down on EVs post diesel scandal, promises all-electric Phaeton
In the wake of its diesel emissions scandal, the Volkswagen Group has decided to double down on electric car development and promote a future of zero emission vehicles. In... read more October 14, 2015 by Viknesh Vijayenthiran
New Volkswagen Phaeton Delayed Again?
The Volkswagen Phaeton's failure, at least in the United States, is undeniable. But normally VW isn't one to give up without a (second) fight and thus it should come as... read more August 23, 2015 by Viknesh Vijayenthiran
Next-Gen Volkswagen Phaeton’s Design Previewed By C Coupe GTE Concept
Volkswagen has a variety of models it sells only in China, such as the Santana compact sedan and more recent Lamando four-door coupe. Now, the German automaker is previewing... read more April 19, 2015 by Viknesh Vijayenthiran
More Details On The Next-Gen Volkswagen Phaeton
Volkswagen is working on a new generation of its Phaeton flagship sedan, and it’s to be sold in the U.S. market once again. However, the German auto giant isn’t... read more September 24, 2014 by Viknesh Vijayenthiran
VW Americas Chief Promises New Phaeton By 2019
Volkswagen is due to launch a new generation of its Phaeton full-size luxury sedan overseas sometime in the next couple of years, and this one’s destined to reach U.S... read more April 18, 2014 by Viknesh Vijayenthiran
VW Exec Confirms New Phaeton, Rules Out BlueSport-Like Sports Car
A senior Volkswagen official has confirmed that the company is pressing ahead with a new generation of its Phaeton flagship sedan but has no intention of reviving plans for a... read more March 10, 2014 by Todd DeMeza
Next VW Phaeton To Grow In Size, Feature Aluminum Body: Report
Talk of the return of the Volkswagen Phaeton to U.S. shores dates back almost as far as the car’s exit in 2006. Most recently it was reported that a concept previewing... read more January 21, 2014 by Viknesh Vijayenthiran
Is The Timing Right For A Lower-Cost Volkswagen Phaeton In The U.S.?
Volkswagen’s Phaeton luxury sedan was supposed to re-write the book on German luxury cars, and forever change the way that customers viewed the brand. The brainchild of... read more September 10, 2012 by Kurt Ernst
Renewed Volkswagen Phaeton Due In 2015: Report
Last summer, Volkswagen confirmed the Phaeton full-size, perhaps too-luxurious-for-the-brand, sedan would be returning to the U.S., but it didn't give us much of an idea as... read more September 26, 2011 by Nelson Ireson
Volkswagen Phaeton Confirmed For U.S. Return
The Volkswagen Phaeton didn't fare so well the first time around in the U.S. Priced too high for its marque's cachet and without the styling or performance to compete with... read more August 19, 2010 by Nelson Ireson
First Details On Next-Gen Volkswagen Phaeton, U.S. Market Crucial
The Phaeton flagship sedan may have been a major flop for Volkswagen but officials are keen for a launch of a successor. The car was priced similarly to BMWs and Audis but it... read more June 18, 2010 by Viknesh Vijayenthiran
2011 Volkswagen Phaeton Preview
Volkswagen has updated its Phaeton flagship for the second time in its short life, reaffirming the lackluster opinion of the car in the full-size luxury sedan market. With a... read more April 21, 2010 by Viknesh Vijayenthiran
Volkswagen Phaeton U.S. Relaunch Under Consideration
Rumors of the Volkswagen Phaeton's return to the U.S. have been brewing, off and on, for almost two years. Now, the return looks more likely than ever, with VW's American CEO... read more September 16, 2009 by Nelson Ireson
Preview: 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton facelift
Volkswagen will be updating its Phaeton flagship for the second time in its short life, reaffirming the lackluster opinion of the car in the full-size luxury sedan market... read more June 30, 2009 by Alex Kaufmann
Spy shots: Volkswagen Phaeton receives second facelift
Volkswagen will be updating its Phaeton flagship for the second time in its short life, reaffirming the lackluster opinion of the car in the full-size luxury sedan market... read more June 18, 2009 by Viknesh Vijayenthiran
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