From January to November, the Volkswagen Group handed over 9.1 million vehicles to customers, including 833,700 units in November.

In the period to November, the Group recorded growth in deliveries in Western Europe, as well as the Asia-Pacific region. However, overally worldwide deliveries in November fell by 2.2 percent from the previous year, whilst deliveries for the January to November period fell by 1.7 percent. 

"The Volkswagen Group and its brands are currently experiencing challenging times," said Matthias Muller, Chairman of the Board of Management of Volkswagen Aktiengesellschaft, in Wolfsburg on Friday. "We are shouldering what is a very considerable challenge for the Group. At the same time, we are pleased that our customers are remaining loyal to us, especially in this situation, and continue to place their trust in us. This trust is our most important asset," Muller continued. "Precisely for this reason, the company would remain true to its objective of making the best and most innovative vehicles in the future."