Also known as: Volkswagen Group · Volkswagon · VWSA
Vehicle manufacturer that launched a petrol-powered Amarok PanAmericana and Tiguan model in Namibia, facing competitive pressures in 2025.
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Windhoek Observer
Volkswagen delivered 81 units across passenger and LCV units
“Volkswagen delivered 81 units across passenger and LCV units, normalising from its exceptional 146-unit March passenger print as fleet procurement activity subsided.”
Car sales contract by 11.3% in MayWindhoek Observer
Volkswagen recorded combined sales of 336 units in April with Toyota
“Toyota and Volkswagen, which jointly sold 535 passenger vehicles in March, recorded combined sales of 336 units in April.”
Vehicle market cools after March surgeThe Namibian
Volkswagen largely drove German manufacturers' 212 vehicles recorded in March
“German manufacturers recorded 212 vehicles, largely driven by Volkswagen.”
Japan takes the wheel in NamibiaThe Namibian
Volkswagen sold 104 units in February versus 68 in January
“Volkswagen drove the bulk of this, selling 104 units versus 68 in January.”
Mining, agriculture drive new vehicle sales in FebruaryNew Era
Volkswagen saw profit plunge over 40%
“While Volkswagen saw profit plunge over 40% and said it would cut thousands of jobs in coming years, BMW reported a net profit of 7.45 billion euros (US$8.6 billion) for 2025, a fall of just three percent on the prior year.”
BMW profit holds up despite Trump tariffsThe Namibian
Volkswagen has expanded its Amarok PanAmericana range in Namibia with a petrol-powered variant
“Volkswagen has expanded its Amarok PanAmericana range in Namibia with the arrival of a petrol-powered variant that delivers more performance than many would expect.”
Amarok Pan Americana 2.3 TSI hits Namibian dealershipsThe Namibian
Volkswagen ranked second with 13.7% market share in passenger vehicles
“Volkswagen ranked second with a market share of 13.7%, while Suzuki and Haval placed third and fourth, capturing 6.1% and 5.9% of the annual passenger vehicle sales, respectively.”
December new vehicle sales firm despite slight dipThe Namibian
Volkswagen was founded 90 years ago with the Beetle
“Founded 90 years ago with the Beetle as the affordable "people's car", Volkswagen (VW) has retained this philosophy, offering a range of models for every need.”
VW’s Tiguan: a reliable SUVThe Namibian
Volkswagen produced a bus based on the Beetle design
“Who couldn't love this Volkswagen bus that was based on the design of our beloved Beetle, 'the people's car'.”
What’s in a name? – KombiThe Namibian
Volkswagen plans to build new compact SUV in South Africa
“It's likely that a decision would be made in the coming weeks to build a new compact car in the country, which would have an SUV-like body style.”
Volkswagen to build new compact SUV in SAVehicle sales fell to 1,171 units in May from 1,320 in April, a 11.3% decline, though the May figure was 14.8% higher year-on-year and the strongest May print since 2016. Year-to-date sales for the first five months of 2026 reached 6,326 units, more than 22% ahead of the same period in 2025.
16 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Vehicle sales fell to 1,171 units in May from 1,320 in April, a 11.3% decline, though the May figure was 14.8% higher year-on-year and the strongest May print since 2016. Year-to-date sales for the first five months of 2026 reached 6,326 units, more than 22% ahead of the same period in 2025.
16 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Namibian vehicle sales fell 20.6% month-on-month to 1,320 units in April, though cumulative four-month sales of 5,155 units remain 10.6% ahead of the same 2025 period and the strongest year-to-date showing since 2018. Simonis Storm Securities attributed the monthly pullback to the natural unwinding of March's surge driven by commercial fleet deliveries and rental activity, not a broader softening of demand.
19 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia's vehicle market slowed in April with total sales falling to 1,320 units from 1,662 units in March, though April sales remained 5.7% higher than April 2025. Analysts at Simonis Storm Securities attributed the decline to a natural unwinding of March's record-breaking performance, which was driven by fleet deliveries and rental sector demand, while noting the year-to-date performance remains strong at 10.6% growth.
19 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The National Consumer Commission has issued a product safety recall for certain Bridgestone Duravis R660 Eco tyres fitted to Ford and Volkswagen vehicles sold in South Africa. The tyres are susceptible to cuts and moisture intrusion that can lead to tread delamination and increase the risk of accidents, particularly in rugged and wet conditions.
9 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Wolfsburg, in 16th place (the relegation play-off spot), hosts Bayern Munich on Saturday as they fight to avoid demotion from the Bundesliga. The Wolves have won just one of their past 15 matches and sit six points behind safety.
8 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia sold 1,069 Japanese vehicles in March, making Japan the country's largest vehicle source and driving total March sales to 1,662 units—a 43% monthly increase and the strongest March performance since 2015. Japanese brands accounted for 64.3% of total sales, with commercial vehicle purchases surging 57.1% to a record 916 units, supported by demand from logistics, mining, agriculture, and energy sectors.
21 April 2026 · The Namibian →
New vehicle sales in February reached 1,165 units, a 4.1% year-on-year increase, driven by robust demand in mining, agriculture, and energy sectors. Analysts expect continued strength from construction activity at new uranium, gold, copper mines and offshore oil and gas exploration.
21 March 2026 · The Namibian →
German carmaker BMW reported a net profit of 7.45 billion euros for 2025, a decline of just 3%, significantly outperforming competitors Volkswagen and Mercedes-Benz despite US tariffs and Chinese market pressures. The company's finance chief expects transatlantic tariff disputes to ease, forecasting a US-EU trade deal at zero tariff rates that would benefit BMW's South Carolina operations.
19 March 2026 · New Era →
Volkswagen has introduced a 2.3-litre TSI four-cylinder petrol variant of the Amarok PanAmericana to Namibian dealerships, joining the existing 3.0-litre V6 diesel model. The petrol version delivers 452Nm of torque, reaches 240km/h and accelerates from 0–100km/h in 7.6 seconds, while retaining off-road capability with multiple driving modes and wading depth of 800mm, targeting drivers seeking performance combined with versatility.
5 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia sold 14,502 new vehicles in 2025, a 13% increase from 2024, driven by lower interest rates and stronger demand across passenger and commercial segments. December sales totalled 1,138 units, down 8.5% from November but up 3.5% year-on-year, with Toyota maintaining market dominance across all vehicle categories.
29 January 2026 · The Namibian →
The Volkswagen Tiguan, priced between N$650,000 and N$900,000, combines comfort with safety features including autonomous braking, airbags, and lane-change assist, while achieving fuel efficiency of 6.6–7.6 L/100 km depending on the model.
15 January 2026 · The Namibian →
Electric vehicle sales in Germany rebounded strongly in 2025, rising 43.2% to over 545,000 vehicles and representing 19.1% of new car sales, with Chinese manufacturer BYD more than tripling its market share. In contrast, US automakers including General Motors, Honda, and Nissan reported declining fourth-quarter sales, with EV transactions falling sharply after a federal tax credit expired in September.
8 January 2026 · New Era →