VW Transporter Launches New Era in Commercial Vehicles
VW Transporter: The New Bulli Unveiled
At the launch of the IAA Transportation vehicle exhibition in Hannover, Volkswagen introduced the new generation of its VW Transporter. Brand chief Carsten Intra presented the "New Transporter" on the eve of the event, which opens to journalists and industry visitors on Monday. Intra expressed optimism about the model's potential to build on the success of the previous six "Bulli" generations.
A Collaborative Endeavor with Ford
Unlike its predecessor T6.1, which concluded production in June, the new Transporter will not be manufactured by VW alone. Developed in partnership with Ford, the vehicle will be produced alongside the Ford Transit in Turkey. Initial deliveries are expected in selected European markets by late 2024, with a broader launch in Germany beginning early 2025.
- Three Models Replace the Bulli
- New Transporter Completes VW’s Van Family Overhaul
With the launch of the new Transporter, VW concludes its restructuring of the commercial vehicle segment. Previously built as a single model since 1950, three parallel series will now serve the market:
- 2022's Multivan, based on the Golf and Passat platforms, for family and leisure use.
- The fully electric ID. Buzz.
- The new Transporter created through the collaboration with Ford.
Concerns Among Employees
Earlier this month, Volkswagen announced a significant intensification of its cost-saving program. Job cuts and factory closures have not been ruled out, violating a job security agreement originally valid until 2029. Employees at the VWN plant in Hannover, with approximately 14,000 workers, are understandably anxious about their futures.
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