Volkswagen will stop production of the ID.4 electric SUV at its Chattanooga, Tennessee plant to zero later this month and will rely on existing inventory of the 2026 ID.4, which it expects to last into 2027, while shifting production toward the all‑new Atlas and exploring a new U.S.‑focused model.
Volkswagen said the Chattanooga change is part of a plan to emphasize high‑volume models for North America. The automaker confirmed a future ID.4 is planned for North America but declined to provide further details on the new product.
Kjell Gruner, president and CEO of the Volkswagen Group of America, has said a pickup truck is "one of the growth options we are discussing" and he declined to rule out a pickup during recent media comments.
Volkswagen has shown concept pickups such as the 2018 Tanoak and 2019 Tarok, which preview different sizes and layouts. The automaker has not confirmed specifications, though industry commentary has suggested its EA888 2.0‑liter four‑cylinder could be adapted if a truck is pursued.
This article is based on reporting from Car and Driver.
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