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2.7 Million vehicles delivered worldwide – increase of 6.6 percent

Wolfsburg, 26 June 2008 - The Volkswagen Group sold 2.69 million vehicles worldwide from January to May 2008. This represents an increase of 6.6 percent compared with the same period last year and is yet another new delivery record. Group deliveries increased by 2.0 percent to 553,400 vehicles in May. As a result, the development of deliveries by the Group was significantly better than developments on the world market, where deliveries were down 2.9 percent in May and up 2.3 percent for the period January to May.

2008 Bentley Brooklands coupé

April 20, 2008 -- At a media conference on press day at the 2008 Beijing Motor Show (2008 Auto China), Dr. Franz-Josef Paefgen, President of Bugatti Automobiles S.A.S., officially declared Bugatti’s entry into the Chinese market.

Bugatti Veyron: Launched in China at the 2008 Beijing Motor Show (2008 Auto China)

"We are delighted to be here“, said Dr. Paefgen. "It is a historic moment for the legendary Bugatti brand: it is the first time that Bugatti presents a car in mainland China.“

April 17, 2008 -- One month after its world première at the beginning of March at the Geneva Motor Show, the Bugatti Veyron Fbg par Hermès – the stunning result of a design project between Bugatti and Hermès – hit the headlines again; this time in New York.

Bugatti Veyron Fbg par Hermès

March 4, 2008 -- Hermès and Bugatti have decided to collaborate on an industrial design project that marries their respective expertise -- the craftsmanship of the Parisian-based saddle maker and the precision automotive engineering of the Molsheim-based car maker.

Bugatti Veyron Unveil at 78th Geneva Motor Show

The project will revive a relationship initiated in the 1920's between Emile Hermès and Ettore Bugatti.

The Project will be revealed at the salon International de l'Automobile in Geneva from March 3rd to March 16th 2008.

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February 5, 2008 -- With 30 years experience in branded goods, MM MerchandisingMedia, a Munich-based subsidiary of the ProSiebenSat.1 Group, was commissioned by Bugatti to develop the product and brand strategy for the new Bugatti Collection.

Working in close cooperation with Bugatti, a number of art directors, fashion designers and product specialists applied their enthusiasm and sure instinct to develop a special selection of fashion and accessory items. Using premium Italian cashmere, finest calf leather, perfectly processed fabrics and – last but not least – details from Bugatti. Finally, the initials and signature of company founder Ettore Bugatti lend the products the uniqueness that is expected from the brand.

February 4, 2008 -- Hermès and Bugatti have decided to collaborate on an industrial design project that marries their respective expertise of the craftsmanship of the Parisian-based saddle maker and the precision automotive engineering of the Molsheim-based car maker.

The project will revive a relationship initiated in the 1920's between Emile Hermès and Ettore Bugatti.

The Project will be revealed at the salon International de l'Automobile in Geneva from March 3rd to March 16th 2008.

Source: Bugatti

November 28, 2007 -- Bugatti Automobiles S.A.S. has recently introduced a unique driving experience for Bugatti Veyron owners: Feeling the road. Under the watchful eye of official pilot, Pierre-Henri Raphanel, Bugatti customers have the opportunity to learn how to react in critical situations.

Over the course of a whole day and some 300 kilometres, Pierre-Henri explains the Bugatti Veyron 16.4 – which is supplied for the event by Bugatti – before giving one-to-one training and an introduction to racetrack driving. This exclusive event is held upon request and takes place at the “Anneau du Rhin” track, in Colmar, alongside one of France’s most beautiful wine routes.

November 28, 2007 -- Bugatti is pleased to announce the introduction of a comprehensive additional warranty, covering practically every eventuality up to four years after the vehicle’s original delivery. To begin with, the optional warranty guarantees the mechanical and electrical components, as well as the body- and paintwork, including a guarantee against rust throughout the entire vehicle. To this end, the built-in telemetric system can be used to provide early warning of any possible malfunction within the car’s equipment that might affect its safety or performance. In the event of a failure, the warranty also provides for the delivery of replacement parts anywhere in the world.

October 23, 2007 -- From the 12th–14th of October the Bugatti Veyron made it's debut in Moscow.

The first day was the press day for invited journalists which took place at Mercery group showroom in the centre of Moscau. The Mercery group was announced as the offical and authorized Bugatti partner for Russia.

On the second day customers were invited to the restaurant AVENUE in the Luxury Village. Special test drives were offered to potential clients. The drives happened during heavy snow fall. Under these conditions normal Supercars would most likely not have even left the garage, while the Veyron performed superbly.

Source: Bugatti

- New record: 4.61 million vehicles delivered in the first nine months
- Substantial growth in South America, Asian-Pacific region and Central and Eastern Europe

Wolfsburg, 18 October 2007 - The Volkswagen Group delivered 4.61 million vehicles world-wide between January and September 2007, setting a new record for the first nine months of a year. This corresponds to an increase of 8.2 percent compared to the same period last year. September likewise demonstrated a new record for the same month in any year: 545,500 vehicles sold mean an increase of 6.5 percent compared to September 2006.

October 17, 2007 -- From the 12th - 14th of October the Bugatti Veyron made it's debut at Hong Kong Repulse Bay and Bentley Hong Kong.

Bentley Hong Kong was announced as the offical and authorized Bugatti partner for Hong kong. Hong Kong was chosen to be the Greater Chinas debut City as it is an internationally well perceived metropolis with the same advanced development like London or New York.

A strategy for main land China will follow.

Source: Bugatti