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This is an overview of articles and relevant publications of the Group, its brands and business units.

Škoda Auto: Klaus Zellmer to leave the company
Klaus Zellmer, Chairman of the Board of Management of Škoda Auto, is leaving the company after more than four successful years at the brand’s helm. Since taking office on 1 July 2022, he has steered the Czech car manufacturer through a period of far-reaching transformation, internationalisation and profitable growth.
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From Porsche to Porsche: Next Milestone in Battery Recycling
Porsche is advancing the recovery of valuable raw materials and their reuse in new batteries through a collaboration focused on high-voltage battery recycling. As part of the pilot project, battery cathode active material has now been produced for the first time from 100% recycled raw materials.
Two black Porsche boxes showing a circular economy diagram and the text "From Porsche to Porsche".
Mission Efficiency - Volkswagen presents the world’s most efficient near-production electric car
With the new Mission Efficiency, Volkswagen is presenting the world's most efficient near-production electric car. The prototype has set three world records. They stand for exemplary aerodynamics and excellent ideal and real fuel consumption. The vehicle is a beacon of technology and at the same time demonstrates the performance of Volkswagen's production technology.
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TRATON GROUP opens TRATON ONE OS to technology partners through collaboration with Red Hat
The TRATON GROUP is expanding the software ecosystem around TRATON ONE OS through strategic technology partnerships and advancing the use of Linux as a common technology standard for future commercial vehicles. As part of this strategy, TRATON plans to incorporate Red Hat In-Vehicle Operating System.
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SEAT S.A. sets the course for its future
Building on eight years of transformation, SEAT S.A. enters its next chapter with a clear ambition for growth and the flexibility to adapt to a rapidly changing automotive industry
Logos of SEAT and CUPRA side by side. On the left, the stylized “S” logo with the word “SEAT” below it; on the right, the sharp, abstract CUPRA logo with the word “CUPRA” below it, separated by a vertical line.
Reorganisation of Porsche sales for closer integration between regions and head office
Porsche is adapting its international sales organisation as part of the restructuring of its Sales and Marketing division. The aim is to give markets greater responsibility, to strengthen implementation capabilities worldwide, and to further improve the coordination between the regions and head office.
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Executive Board and General Works Council of Porsche AG agree on Future Package
Employment and site protection until 2035 and investments totaling a cumulative 2.1 billion euros in the Zuffenhausen and Weissach sites: these are the central cornerstones of Porsche AG’s Future Package, which the Executive Board and the General Works Council have negotiated – together with IG Metall and the Südwestmetall employers’ association.
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Brand Group Core boosts operating result in first half – new Core Executive Committee strengthens cross-brand cooperation
The Brand Group Core (BGC), the organizational entity combining the volume brands of the Volkswagen Group, recorded an operating result of 3.61 billion euros in the first half of 2026, 4.5 percent more than in the corresponding prior-year period. Year-on-year, the operating margin improved slightly to 4.9 percent.
Infographic showing Brand Group Core financial performance for H1 2026 compared with H1 2025: vehicle deliveries increase by 2.5% to 2.59 million units, revenue rises by 0.8% to €73.03 billion, operating profit grows by 4.5% to €3.61 billion, and operating return on sales improves by 0.2 percentage points to 4.9%. Net cash flow increases from €1,170 million to €1,655 million.
TRATON GROUP improves profitability and increases incoming orders by 30% in the first half of 2026
Following a subdued first quarter, the TRATON GROUP kept its sales revenue in the first half of 2026 nearly on prior-year-level at €22.0 billion (H1 2025: €21.9 billion).
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World premiere of the all-new electric ID. Cross: premium class in compact format
Volkswagen presents the new ID. Cross. The all-electric compact SUV combines a stylish and powerful design, technologies from the luxury class and a well thought-out overall concept in one vehicle. At an entry-level price of around 28,000 euros, the ID. Cross offers a level of quality, comfort and equipment that sets new standards in the small car and compact segment. This is reflected in the feel-good ambience in the interior, which was achieved through finely crafted materials, fabric-covered surfaces and high seating comfort. In addition, the new Innovision infotainment system ensures intuitive operation and networked functions, while technologies and assistance systems from higher vehicle classes, three output levels (85 kW, 99 kW and 155 kW) and two battery sizes (37 kWh and 52 kWh net) will be available in future. With a WLTP range of up to 427 kilometres, the ID. Cross is suitable for everyday use and longer journeys. In Germany, advance sales of the new ID. Cross begin today, Wednesday 15 July.
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