The original Volkswagen Passat was introduced way back in 1973, and multiple generations since then have helped cement its status as a brand-defining VW large family car. More than 34 million have ...

What if the end game isn’t SUVs, whether electric or not? Could fitness-for-purpose still have a place in a world dominated by uniform crossovers? And therefore, is the car before you not old ...

VW EV sales in China plunged 34% in the first half of 2025, so it's turning to local partners to help it develop more appealing China-specific models. The new VW ID. Unyx 08 is co-developed with Xpeng ...

Volkswagen introduces the all-new Passat B9 with premium features and a refined design. Discover how this new generation compares to the Audi A6 in comfort, quality, and value. The winners and losers ...

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or ...

Kyle has written professionally across the motorsport and motoring world since graduating from Plymouth University in 2018, and has acted as the MotoGP editor for Motorsport Week and as a Features ...

Nigel first entered the world of automotive journalism in the mid-80s, working for what was then the “bible” of weekly automotive content - Motoring News. Those were the days of tip-tap typewriters, ...

Discover the all-new Volkswagen Passat B9 in this first review, exploring its updated design, interior comfort, and advanced technology. The video highlights how the Passat continues to evolve as a ...

Wagons don’t get a lot of love Stateside, with American buyers choosing SUVs over – well, pretty much every other type of vehicle imaginable. That’s our loss, as the latest plug in hybrid versions of ...

The Volkswagen Passat eHybrid has long been celebrated for its blend of efficiency, performance, and premium features. With the introduction of the new Match and Black Edition trims, Volkswagen has ...

Where a standard Mk8.5 GTI pumps out a healthy 261bhp from its ‘EA888’ engine, in this Passat VW’s tuned it to deliver just 201bhp and 236lb ft of torque. So it’s a MediumGTI-engined car.

"You can't always get what you want," exclaimed Mick Jagger on the Rolling Stones' 1969 hit of the same title. That lyric rings true for many American car enthusiasts, who longingly look to Europe's ...