Volkswagen Has Bad News For Budget EV Buyers, But There’s Hope For A Pickup

CarBuzz sat down with Kjell Gruner, president and CEO of the Volkswagen Group of America, during an industry roundtable at the 2025 New York International Auto Show. The discussion covered numerous topics, including the future of electric vehicles, the impact of tariffs, and the German automaker’s product plans, including future EVs beyond the current offerings like the ID.4. Gruner didn’t reveal all of VW’s secrets, but gave some detailed insights on what to expect from the brand, and the entire VW Group.