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Volkswagen Sales Drop 4% Amid U.S. and China Declines

4/14/2026

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Volkswagen AG reported a 4% drop in global car sales in the first quarter of 2026, totaling 2.05 million units.
China’s 15% drop and the United States’ 20% drop drove the decline, with electric-vehicle sales affected.
Western Europe and South America posted gains of 4.2% and 7%, respectively.
In response, Volkswagen AG is collaborating with Chinese manufacturers, including Xpeng and SAIC Motor, to adapt its offerings.

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Story summary

Volkswagen AG reported a 4% drop in global car sales in the first quarter of 2026, totaling 2.05 million units.
China’s 15% drop and the United States’ 20% drop drove the decline, with electric-vehicle sales affected.
Western Europe and South America posted gains of 4.2% and 7%, respectively.
In response, Volkswagen AG is collaborating with Chinese manufacturers, including Xpeng and SAIC Motor, to adapt its offerings.