Volkswagen's US EV sales drop 90% in Q3 as ID.4 production ends and lineup shrinks
By Eve
Volkswagen sold just 1,421 electric vehicles in the United States during the third quarter, a 90% decline compared to the same period last year, according to the automaker's quarterly report. The ID.4 crossover saw sales fall 92.1% to 989 units from 12,470 in Q3 2024, while the ID. Buzz minivan recorded 432 sales, down 82.5% from 2,469 the previous year. The sharp decline follows the end of American spec ID.4 production in April, leaving Volkswagen with only inventory units and 2025 model ID. Buzz imports to sell.
Why it matters
The collapse in Volkswagen's US EV sales signals reduced competition for charging infrastructure demand in markets where the brand previously had presence, potentially affecting site utilisation forecasts and network planning. With only two models available and production constraints limiting supply, charge point operators may need to reassess projections tied to Volkswagen's fleet growth until the ID. Tiguan crossover arrives.
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- “Volkswagen’s U.S. EV Sales Tumble 90%”
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- 13 October 2026
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