Volkswagen Group
Volkswagen Group is a multinational automotive manufacturer that designs, produces, and distributes passenger cars, commercial vehicles, and motorcycles under various brands. The company operates a global network of production facilities with significant operations integrated across Europe and internationally.
Brand Identity Data
HQ Country
Germany
HQ City
Wolfsburg
Founded
1937
EU Headquartered
Yes
EU Manufactured
Yes
Ownership Type
public
Stock Exchange
Frankfurt Stock Exchange
Tax Domicile
DE
Ultimate Parent
Volkswagen AG
Data Hosting
DE
GDPR Status
Fined €11M
Carbon Neutral
false
B Corp Certified
No
Supply Chain
Supplier Code of Conduct and Supply Chain Act report published
Repair / Recycling
Yes ✓
Ethical Certifications
ISO 14001, ISO 9001, IATF 16949
Verified on October 15, 2026
Corporate Lineage
1937
Company founded
Volkswagen was founded by the German Labour Front to produce the Volkswagen Beetle.
2015
Emissions scandal
The company admitted to installing defeat devices in diesel engines to manipulate emissions testing.
2021
New Auto strategy
Volkswagen announced its strategic shift toward electric mobility and software-defined vehicles.