Volkswagen Transforms Its Hippie Microbus Into a Souped-Up Internet-of-Things Van

Could be on the road by 2020

While Volkswagen is still reeling from the scandal that ensued from its decision to cheat emissions tests by installing secret devices in 11 million cars, the German automaker is showing off a big idea at this week's CES tech conference that may stir up nostalgia for fans.

During an opening keynote in Las Vegas on Tuesday, VW chairman Herbert Diess unveiled a concept car called Budd-e that puts a new spin on the brand's iconic 1960s microbus.

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