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Volkswagen Offers Winter Weather Driving Tips +VIDEO

Volkswagen Offers Winter Weather Driving Tips +VIDEO

With the return of winter weather to many regions of the country, Volkswagen is offering advice on how to prepare for and drive in snowy conditions. We’ve turned to our German colleagues Benjamin Leuchter, Volkswagen Test and Development Driver, and Peter Bunke, Head Trainer at the Volkswagen Driving Experience, to s ... Continue reading

Making Electric Vehicle Leap of Faith is Highly Satisfactory to New Owners, J.D. Power Finds

Making Electric Vehicle Leap of Faith is Highly Satisfactory to New Owners, J.D. Power Finds

As automakers continue to build excitement with new electric vehicle (EV)1 launches, first-time owners who have made the switch to battery electric vehicles (BEVs) are discovering that it is a positive experience. Satisfaction among owners who are new to BEVs averages 754 (on a 1,000-point scale), which is comparable t ... Continue reading

2021 Volkswagen Atlas - Review By Bruce Hotchkiss +VIDEO

2021 Volkswagen Atlas - Review By Bruce Hotchkiss +VIDEO

I haven't driven a VW in some time so when the Atlas was offered I enthusiastically said "Yes!" My first impression of the Atlas was that it seemed huge. It isn't really but I think its styling makes it seem that way. ... Continue reading

2021 Volkswagen Golf TSI Review by Mark Fulmer

2021 Volkswagen Golf TSI Review by Mark Fulmer

The 2021 Volkswagen Golf TSI continues its heritage as a good driving solid hatchback, and TSI version standardizes: a sunroof, 16-inch aluminum-alloy wheels, and heated front seats. ... Continue reading

2021 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0T SEL Premium R-Line - Review by David Colman

2021 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0T SEL Premium R-Line - Review by David Colman

It's appetizing in many ways, but where's the beef? ... Continue reading

2021 Volkswagen ID.4 First Drive - Review by Larry Nutson

2021 Volkswagen ID.4 First Drive - Review by Larry Nutson

Volkswagen’s new ID.4 went on sale in the U.S. in the first quarter of 2021. We’re now half-way through the year and total ID.4 sales tally at 5,756 units. ... Continue reading

NHTSA RECALLS - Official Weekly Summary November 29, 2021 - Volkswagen, Porsche, Honda, Toyota, Trucks, And Others

NHTSA RECALLS - Official Weekly Summary November 29, 2021 - Volkswagen, Porsche, Honda, Toyota, Trucks, And Others

Your vehicle MAY be involved in a safety recall and MAY create a safety risk for you or your passengers. If left unrepaired, a potential safety defect could lead to injury or even death. ... Continue reading

J.D. Power Announces 2022 U.S. ALG Residual Value Awards

J.D. Power Announces 2022 U.S. ALG Residual Value Awards

J.D. Power 2022 U.S. ALG Residual Value Awards, highlighted by Honda and Lexus being named brand award winners in the mass market and premium segments, respectively. “Accurately forecasting residual values in the auto industry is a key factor in assessing an estimated $225 billion lease portfolio of vehicles in the U ... Continue reading

New-Vehicles Sales Satisfaction Rankings Unchanged from Year Ago, J.D. Power Finds

New-Vehicles Sales Satisfaction Rankings Unchanged from Year Ago, J.D. Power Finds

customer satisfaction with the vehicle purchase experience holds steady year over year, according to the J.D. Power 2021 U.S. Sales Satisfaction Index (SSI) Study, SM released today. ... Continue reading

NHTSA Car and Truck Recall Summary (Official) November 15, 2021

NHTSA Car and Truck Recall Summary (Official) November 15, 2021

Your vehicle MAY be involved in a safety recall and MAY create a safety risk for you or your passengers. If left unrepaired, a potential safety defect could lead to injury or even death. ... Continue reading

Nutson's Weekly Auto News Wrap-up November 14, 2021

Nutson's Weekly Auto News Wrap-up November 14, 2021

The past week's important, relevant, semi-secret, or snappy automotive news, opinions and insider back stories presented as expertly crafted easy-to-digest news nuggets. ... Continue reading

2021 Volkswagen Atlas - Review by Larry Nutson

2021 Volkswagen Atlas - Review by Larry Nutson

2021 Volkswagen Atlas Refreshed and still a good value By Larry Nutson Executive Editor and Bureau Chief Chicago Bureau The Auto Channel (DSC_6934) The Covid-19 pandemic has certainly been a major concern and a disruptor of all things normal in everyone’s lives. This includes the new car industry and auto shows that ... Continue reading

2021 VW Jetta GLI Autobahn Review by Mark Fulmer

2021 VW Jetta GLI Autobahn Review by Mark Fulmer

2021 VW Jetta GLI Autobahn Review by Mark Fulmer Behold a Bettah Jetta Mark Fulmer The Auto Channel It had been quite a while since I reviewed a manual transmission vehicle, but I looked forward to the Jetta because my left foot and the hydraulic clutch enjoy dancing together. If you are a person who enjoys driving and ... Continue reading

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