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Volkswagen Group Africa produces one millionth Polo in Kariega

Jun, 04 2026, 15:07

VWGA’s Plant Kariega started manufacturing the current generation Polo in 2017.

Volkswagen Group Africa celebrates production of 500 000 Polos for export

Apr, 12 2026, 21:03

Volkswagen Group Africa (VWGA) has reached another major milestone with the production of the 500 000th unit of the current Polo for the export market.

Volkswagen issues notice of Polo Vivo recall

Mar, 11 2026, 17:03

VWSA has informed the National Consumer Commission (NCC) of an issue affecting the handbrakes of Polo Vivos built in the last year

VWGA Plant Kariega celebrates a strong year as the home of Polo

Jul, 21 2025, 15:27

From record production volumes to strong export performance, Volkswagen Group Africa’s (VWGA) first year as the Home of Polo has been a year of achievement.

World Champion to drive special Volkswagen Polo at Simola Hillclimb

May, 01 2025, 23:19

Seven-time World Rallycross champion, Johan Kristoffersson will join Volkswagen Motorsport to race the electric rallycross Polo RX1e at the Simola Hillclimb

4-star Global NCAP rating makes Polo Vivo one of the safest cars in its segment

Dec, 11 2024, 22:02

The Volkswagen Polo Vivo has been awarded a 4–star safety rating by the Global New Car Assessment Programme (Global NCAP).

Volkswagen introduces refreshed Polo Vivo

Aug, 22 2024, 21:25

The new Volkswagen Polo Vivo will be available for sale in South Africa in September 2024.

Volkswagen adds TSI engine into Polo Sedan model range

May, 10 2024, 15:02

Volkswagen Polo Sedan model range has been expanded with the addition of the 85kW 1.0 TSI engine.

Astron Energy confirmed as Volkswagen Polo Cup title sponsor

Mar, 05 2024, 18:53

Astron Energy has partnered with Volkswagen Motorsport to be the new title sponsor for Volkswagen Polo Cup from 2024.

Volkswagen builds 1,5-millionth export vehicle

Feb, 21 2024, 14:00

During the night shift on Monday 19 February, the production team of Volkswagen Group Africa celebrated a milestone when the 1,5-millionth vehicle built for export in Kariega rolled off the line.