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Johannesburg, 28 August 2025 – Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has broadened the Amarok line-up with the introduction of a powerful new option: a 2.3-litre turbocharged petrol engine delivering 222kW. Paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission, this engine will be available exclusively on the PanAmericana derivative. The Amarok PanAmericana 4Motion® arrives comprehensively equipped, featuring a 12-inch Active […]

Volkswagen Unveils Next-Generation Transporter Series: Introducing the PanAmericana Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has lifted the curtain on the highly anticipated seventh-generation Transporter, setting new benchmarks in both utility and design. Leading the charge is the striking PanAmericana variant, a testament to Volkswagen’s commitment to blending rugged practicality with captivating aesthetics. Aesthetic Innovation Embodying the iconic Bulli […]

Trade fair start with Amarok conversion: the Caravan Salon, which calls itself “the world’s leading trade fair for mobile recreation”, opens its doors today, with the Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles brand in Hall 16. In addition to the new California Concept based on the Multivan, further innovations will be on display. A new Amarok PanAmericana will […]

Milton Keynes, UK, 22 May 2023 – Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has announced the UK vehicle specifications and pricing for the new Amarok. The premium pick-up is available in a choice of four trims – Life, Style, PanAmericana and Aventura – with prices starting from £33,000*. The new Amarok’s front end is characterised by bold horizontal […]

“60 years of the SL”: double victory at the 3rd Carrera Panamericana in the 300 SL racing sports car The teams of Kling/Klenk and Lang/Grupp won the legendary endurance race on 23 November 1952 Eight different stages over a total distance of more than 3100 kilometres Stuttgart – The 1952 racing season was a resounding success for Mercedes-Benz: […]

Adventurer Rainer Zietlow drove the Panamericana in record time Rainer Zietlow and his team have set a new course record in the renowned Carretera Panamericana race with a driving time of just 11 days, 17 hours and 22 minutes, driving a Volkswagen Touareg 3.0-litre V6 TDI.  The race runs the entire length of North and […]