Volkswagen Group of America has undergone a dramatic transformation since Kjell Gruner took the reins as CEO in December 2024. Just over a year into his tenure, Gruner has implemented significant changes aimed at revitalizing the company's operations and expanding its market share. Sources close to the company reveal that Gruner's aggressive strategy has already begun to bear fruit, with Volkswagen Group of America reporting notable gains in sales and market share. But what exactly has driven these changes, and what does the future hold for the embattled automaker?


VW Group of America in 2026 is far different from what the company looked like when Kjell Gruner became CEO in December 2024.