Joking! Volkswagen Of America Will Not Become Voltswagen Of America

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Joking! Volkswagen Of America Will Not Become Voltswagen Of America

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Published 31 Mar 2021

A statement by Volkswagen on Monday said it would officially change its name to Voltswagen to show its commitment to electric cars. VW later admitted the announcement was an April Fool's joke.

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Joking! Volkswagen Of America Will Not Become Voltswagen Of America

Joking! Volkswagen Of America Will Not Become Voltswagen Of America

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