Volkswagen is about to close the ID.4’s American chapter soon, and a gas-guzzling Atlas will step in to fill the void.
The automaker has confirmed that it will cease production of all the all-electric ID.4s at its facility in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The factory is being redirected toward the second-generation Atlas SUV, which is a petrol-powered model scheduled to hit dealerships by fall 2026.
Stephen Edelstein/Digital TrendsWhat went wrong for the ID.4 in America?
Existing ID.4 inventory will remain available for U.S. buyers until the stocks last, which, per the company, could stretch into 2027. The ID.4’s American journey was no less than a rollercoaster. Launched around 2020 at roughly $45,000, the EV initially earned solid reviews.
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