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Who owns Volkswagen? This is one of the most common questions we receive from Washington D.C. and Arlington drivers. It’s natural to wonder and want to learn more about the history of prospective car brands. So, who created Volkswagen, and what brands does Volkswagen own? Who is the current Volkswagen owner? In the guide below, we answer these questions as well as:
Who is the Volkswagen owner? The Volkswagen brand is owned and managed by Volkswagen Aktiengesellschaft, also known as Volkswagen AG. In English, this company is referred to as the Volkswagen Group.
Now that you know who created Volkswagen, what car manufacturers own Volkswagen? The Volkswagen owner is Volkswagen Aktiengesellschaft. In America, the production and sale of Volkswagen vehicles are managed by Volkswagen Group of America, a subsidiary of the Volkswagen Group. This American branch works with over 600 independently run Volkswagen dealers nationwide. Based in Herndon, Virginia, the Volkswagen Group of America manages the research, development, marketing, Volkswagen financial services, Volkswagen parts distribution, and much more in the U.S.
What brands does Volkswagen own? Beyond its American and European subsidiaries, you might be shocked to learn that Volkswagen owns more than VW vehicles. They’re also the parent company for the following car brands:
A global company with the widest reach, Volkswagen owns and operates over 100 manufacturing facilities in 27 countries, stretching across five continents. At present, the largest Volkswagen manufacturing plant is located in Wolfsburg, Germany. It produces the following VW models:
The Volkswagen Group of America also directs all activities at the Volkswagen manufacturing facility in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The plant, which dates from 2011, currently employs around 5,500 people, and produces about 175,000 cars and SUVs a year!
Which Volkswagen cars and SUVs are built in the U.S.? The Chattanooga plant was initially focused firmly on the production of the Volkswagen Passat, a midsize car designed with the American consumer in mind. Beginning in 2017, production at the plant expanded to cover the new Volkswagen Atlas, a three-row SUV that’s helping more and more families “Drive Bigger”! It now also produces the Volkswagen ID.4, and the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.
Now that you know who owns Volkswagen, are you ready to secure your part of VW history in Springfield? Before you schedule an appointment, take a look at our online financing application and new vehicle specials. Contact us at 703-684-8888 or online for more details. Experience everything Volkswagen can offer you at Alexandria Volkswagen near Arlington.
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