VW Squashing the Beetle at End of Current Generation

It's one of the longest-lasting nameplates in automotive history, and one of the biggest sellers. But time's run out for the Volkswagen Beetle, says VW's R&D chief. It's soon to vanish, with a reborn Microbus, the all-electric I.D. Buzz replacing it as a brand icon. More from TheDetroitBureau.com.