{
  "id": 950166,
  "title": "PODCAST: VW Caravelle’s move away from diesel a bold strategy",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/15/podcast-vw-caravelles-move-away-from-diesel-a-bold-strategy",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-08-15T04:05:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Citizen",
    "slug": "the-citizen",
    "url": "https://www.citizen.co.za/motoring/vw-caravelle-goes-from-diesel-to-hybrid-podcast/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": null,
  "summary": "Volkswagen's new Caravelle model marks a significant shift away from diesel engines, instead introducing a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) powertrain. This change is showcased in the Caravelle eHybrid 4Motion Style, which replaces the previous T6.1 model. The eHybrid powertrain combines a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine, a 19.7kWh battery pack, and two electric motors, delivering a system total of 180kW and 350Nm of torque. The electric range of the Caravelle eHybrid is up to 95km, while the overall range reaches 700km. The all-wheel drive system operates primarily in front-wheel drive, switching to all-wheel drive in Sport mode or when traction is lost. The Caravelle supports DC charging up to 50kW, with a full charge taking approximately 26 minutes.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}