Volkswagen has hit a major milestone in its electric vehicle journey, delivering its 1.5 millionth all-electric ID. series vehicle to a customer at its Emden plant. The commemorative car—a black ID.7 Tourer Pro with a range of up to 606 kilometers—was handed over in the presence of Lower Saxony’s Minister President Olaf Lies.
“This milestone clearly demonstrates Volkswagen’s strong position in electric mobility,” said Martin Sander, Volkswagen Board Member responsible for Sales, Marketing, and After Sales. The achievement comes nearly five years after the launch of the ID. series in September 2020.
Volkswagen currently leads the electric vehicle registration charts not just in Germany, but across Europe. “This shows our lineup meets the needs of our customers. We’re moving in the right direction,” Mr Sander added.
The ID.7, the latest in the company’s growing electric range, highlights the brand’s push for innovation and performance in the EV segment. The customer who received the milestone vehicle hails from Vechta, Lower Saxony, and was presented with the keys by Mr Sander, joined by Volkswagen Board Member for Technical Development Kai Grünitz and Minister President Mr Lies.
“The ID.7 is a symbol of Lower Saxony’s strength in industrial transformation,” said Mr Lies, who previously used an ID.7 as his official state vehicle. Volkswagen has invested over €1 billion into the Emden facility to support its shift to full electric production. Emden, alongside Zwickau and the Transparent Factory in Dresden, is one of three company plants solely focused on electric vehicles. Additional ID. model production takes place in Hanover, Chattanooga (USA), and in the Chinese cities of Foshan, Changsha, and Anting.
Since the introduction of the ID.3 in 2020—Volkswagen’s first model designed from the ground up as an electric car—the ID. lineup has expanded steadily. It now includes the ID.4 SUV, ID.5 coupé variant, the ID. Buzz van, and the newly released ID.7 and ID.7 Tourer. The ID.7 Tourer was Germany’s most registered electric vehicle in the first half of 2025.
Minister President Mr Lies praised the development, noting that it reflects the hard work of Volkswagen employees across the company. While commercial buyers continue to make up the majority of electric vehicle registrations, Mr Sander pointed to the need for stronger government incentives aimed at private customers. “To build broader acceptance, we need clear policies and direct incentives,” he said, noting that the current benefits are largely skewed toward business fleets.
Looking ahead, Volkswagen plans to broaden access to electric mobility. The production version of the ID. 2all—a compact EV expected to be priced under €25,000—is set for release in 2026. It will be followed by the even more affordable ID. EVERY1 in 2027, projected to start around €20,000.
“Our vision is to make electric driving possible for everyone—affordable, dependable, and environmentally friendly,” said Mr Sander. Volkswagen is one of the world’s leading automotive manufacturers, known for its rich heritage of engineering excellence and innovation. Founded in 1937 in Germany, the company is renowned for producing a wide range of vehicles, from compact cars to luxury models, with iconic names such as the Volkswagen Golf, Polo, and the Beetle.
Volkswagen has made significant strides in embracing sustainable mobility, with a strong focus on electric vehicles (EVs) through its ID series, and is committed to reducing its carbon footprint by investing heavily in electric vehicle technology and green manufacturing processes. The company is also known for its commitment to safety, quality, and technological advancements, making it a prominent player in the global automotive market. With a wide-reaching presence in over 150 countries, Volkswagen continues to shape the future of mobility through innovation, sustainability, and a customer-first approach.
