(Jan 13): Volkswagen AG’s namesake brand is projecting rising electric-vehicle (EV) sales this year as the German automaker prepares a range of affordable plug-in models. VW’s EV deliveries stayed roughly flat last year at around 382,000 units, with declines in China cancelling out strong growth in Europe, the brand said on Tuesday. “In China alone, we will be bringing out more than ten new electric models this year,” Martin Sander, board member responsible for sales and marketing, said in a statement. Volkswagen could use a sales boost as US tariffs and waning deliveries in China drag on its business. Meanwhile, Chinese brands are expanding in Europe with competitively priced models like BYD Co’s Dolphin Surf hatchback, which starts at around €23,000 in Germany.

Source: The Edge Markets January 13, 2026 09:14 UTC