Ingolstadt, September 2, 2026 – The Volkswagen Group and AUDI AG are filling two key Board of Management positions: Martin Sander, currently Member of the Board of Management for Sales, Marketing and After Sales at the Volkswagen brand, is returning to Audi and will take over the Board of Management responsibility for Sales and Marketing effective October 1, 2026. Marco Schubert will become a member of the Extended Executive Committee of the Volkswagen Group for the North American region. In this new function, he will assume responsibility for the overall management of the North America region and report directly to Oliver Blume, CEO of Volkswagen Group.
405 days from the first sketch to the drivable prototype: the Audi Nuvolari demonstrates a new pace in vehicle development at Audi. The making-of video traces the project’s journey from the initial concept ideas through development and testing to the endurance tests with the drivers of the Audi Revolut F1 Team and the world premiere in the South of France.
The A2 e-tron is the most efficient Audi of all time. According to WLTP measurements, the preliminary energy consumption of the upcoming compact electric model in the 140-kW power level with the optional efficiency package amounts to 12.8 kilowatt-hours per 100 kilometers. This is made possible by advanced drive technology, sophisticated aerodynamics, and a battery optimized for everyday use.
The Audi Group held steady in a challenging market environment during the first half of 2026. Geopolitical uncertainties, US tariffs, and intense competition, particularly in China, influenced the Group’s business performance. At the same time, Audi is proceeding with the renewal of its product portfolio. The company will unveil its new portfolio flagship — the Audi Q9 — at the end of July, elevating its position in the premium segment. In the fall, the fully electric Audi A2 e-tron will expand the lineup in the entry-level electric segment.
The Audi Q3 enters the 2027 model year with more equipment as standard, new digital features, and a refreshed package structure. A 10.9-inch passenger display is available for the first time in the Q3, as well as enhanced driver assist systems, heated seats as standard, and a reversing camera. And the plug-in hybrid now offers an increased trailer load. Voted by readers of “Auto Motor und Sport” magazine as the number-one compact SUV/off-road vehicle in the 2026 Best Car Awards, the Q3 builds on its proven strengths while staying true to its character as a versatile companion for everyday life.
