Volkswagen Group of America Inc. (VWoA) is an American subsidiary of the German automotive concern Volkswagen Group. Its headquarters are in Auburn Hills Michigan. VWoA is responsible for five marques: Audi Bentley Bugatti Lamborghini and Porsche.[1] VWoA’s market share in the United States has grown from 2.2% in 1968 to 10.8% in 2020.[2]
With over 600000 cars sold in the United States in 2019 VWoA is the fourth-largest automotive manufacturer in the country after GM Ford and Toyota and is the second-largest selling European automaker after Volkswagen Group’s other subsidiary Volkswagen Group Sales India Pvt. Ltd. (VGSIPL).
In May 2007 Volkswagen AG announced that it would establish its North American regional headquarters in Herndon Virginia and relocate its U.S. sales and marketing operations from Auburn Hills to Virginia. The move was completed in early 2008.[3]
In October 2010 Volkswagen AG announced it was consolidating its U.S. operations by relocating the sales and marketing departments of Volkswagen and Audi to a new location in Herndon Virginia. The move was designed to help Volkswagen AG achieve its goal of becoming the world’s largest automaker by 2018 with annual sales of 10 million vehicles.[4]
In March 2014 Volkswagen AG announced it was moving its North American headquarters from Herndon Virginia to Auburn Hills Michigan. The move was part of a larger reorganization of the company’s operations in the wake of the diesel emissions scandal.[5]
In July 2015 Volkswagen Group of America announced it was relocating its headquarters and 150 employees from Detroit to Herndon Virginia. The move came as the automaker looked to cut costs in the wake of the diesel emissions scandal.[6]
In November 2018 Volkswagen Group of America announced it was moving its headquarters back to Auburn Hills Michigan from Herndon Virginia as part of a global reorganization of the company in the wake of the diesel emissions scandal. The move will result in the loss of 150 jobs in Virginia.[7]
In May 2019 Volkswagen AG announced it was consolidating its U.S. operations by closing its office in Herndon Virginia and relocating its staff to Auburn Hills Michigan and Chattanooga Tennessee. The move is part of a larger reorganization of the company in the wake of the diesel emissions scandal.[8]
As of June 2019 Volkswagen Group of America has 1914 employees at its headquarters in Auburn Hills Michigan.[9]
Volkswagen Group of America’s current president and CEO is Scott Keogh.
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Can Volkswagen track my car?
Yes Volkswagen can track your car if you have the proper equipment and service plan.
What kind of equipment do I need for Volkswagen to track my car?
You will need a special tracking device that is installed in your car.
What is the purpose of Volkswagen tracking my car?
The purpose of tracking your car is so that Volkswagen can provide you with roadside assistance if you need it.
Do I have to pay for the service plan?
No the service plan is free for Volkswagen owners.
How often is the tracking information updated?
The tracking information is updated every few minutes.
Where can I find the tracking information?
The tracking information can be found on the Volkswagen website.
What if I don’t want Volkswagen to track my car?
You can opt out of the tracking service by contacting Volkswagen customer service.
Will opting out of the tracking service affect my roadside assistance?
No you will still be able to receive roadside assistance even if you opt out of the tracking service.
What if I move to a different country?
Volkswagen will still be able to track your car if you move to a different country.
What if I sell my car?
If you sell your car the new owner will have to sign up for the tracking service in order to be tracked.
What if I don’t want the new owner of my car to be tracked?
You can cancel the tracking service before you sell your car.
What if I lease my car?
If you lease your car the tracking service will be included in your lease agreement.
What if I want to cancel the tracking service?
You can cancel the tracking service at any time by contacting Volkswagen customer service.
Will my car still be tracked if I cancel the service?
No your car will no longer be tracked if you cancel the service.
Is the tracking service mandatory?
No the tracking service is not mandatory.
