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Volkswagen commercial vehicle expansion in Brazil

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2026-10-29 16:54 UTC → 2026-11-10 15:56 UTC · added ~~removed~~

Volkswagen Caminhões e Ônibus is expanding its commercial vehicle offerings in the Brazilian market through new product lines and partnerships. The company ~~announced plans to enter~~ is entering the van and utility vehicle segment ~~by launching three new models, including a 16-passenger van and cargo versions,~~ with the launch of the VW Tempest family, developed in partnership with Chinese manufacturer SAIC Maxus. This project involved an investment of approximately R$300 million and extensive testing. The Tempest lineup includes the Cargo, Window, Minibus, and Truck chassis-cab versions, all featuring 2.0 turbodiesel engines. To support this rollout, the company is establishing over 150 VW Van Centers across Brazil and has opened a Delivery Quality Center near its Resende facility. Following ~~this,~~ the Brazilian launch, the range is scheduled to enter Argentina in the first half of 2027. Additionally, the company has updated its electrified heavy vehicle portfolio and introduced gas-powered options. The electric range ~~now~~ includes the e-Delivery 12 12, which features lighter motors and a 1.5-hour fast charge time, and the e-Delivery 17, ~~the latter of~~ which ~~features~~ has a payload capacity of up to 11.8 tons. ~~Additionally,~~ Volkswagen has also launched the Constellation Biometano, a biomethane truck designed for tasks such as solid waste collection, which can reduce CO2 emissions by up to ~~90%.~~ 90% and offers an operational range of up to 300 kilometers per refueling.

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