News By Topic: Volkswagen

2019 Volkswagen Jetta SE Review by John Heilig

Oct 22, 2019

THE AUTO PAGE By John Heilig MODEL: 2019 Volkswagen Jetta SE ENGINE: 1.4-liter turbocharged 4 TRANSMISSION: 8-speed automatic HORSEPOWER/TORQUE: 147 hp @ 5,000 rpm/184 lb.-ft. @ 1,400 rpm WHEELBASE: 105.7 in. ... Continue reading

Nutson's Automotive News Digest - Week Ending October 19, 2019

Oct 20, 2019

* Crain Pulls Plug On Iconic Autoweek Magazine; GM Strike Continues; Harley Electric Bike Problems; Korean Batter Maker Smiling; FCA Fined $79 Million; Ford Doubles Down On Electric; SEMA Sues; F1 Report; IMSA Gets New President. ... Continue reading

October/ Fall Car Care Month: Protecting Convertibles

Oct 17, 2019

Haartz is the world's leading supplier of softtop convertible material, and the expert on open-air vehicle care tips. ... Continue reading

2019 Volkswagen Golf 1.4L Review by Thom Cannell - It's E15 Approved

Oct 10, 2019

Volkswagen’s Golf crossed the Atlantic 44 years ago as Rabbit, and in the years since 1974 has become one of the world’s best selling compact cars <!--#include virtual= ... Continue reading

New Car Review: 2019 Volkswagen Golf GTI Rabbit Edition Review By John Heilig - It's E15 Approved

Oct 8, 2019

When it comes to automobiles, I am schizophrenic. My demographic group and my hair color lead me to large, comfortable American sedans. However, I was weaned on small British sports cars and the thrill of driving a fun small car is still in my blood. AGE By John Heilig Senior Editor and Bureau Chief Mid-Atlantic Bureau ... Continue reading

NHTSA RECALL SUMMARY - October 7, 2019

Oct 7, 2019

The following RECALL may apply to one or more of your vehicles: BMW, Toyota, Chevrolet, Mercedes, Jagur, Jeep, Volkswagen, Ford, Ducati, Freightliner, Forest River, ... Continue reading

You Can Even Go Caravanning With a Golf +VIDEO

Sep 30, 2019

Even medium-weight caravans aren’t an issue with high trailer weights up to 1,800 kg* possible Maneuvering is easier with the optional assist system “Trailer Assist” WOLFSBURG, Germany – September 30, 2019: The Autumn break is just around the corner – and with it comes an end to the camping and caravanning se ... Continue reading

Nutsons Auto News Nuggets - Week Ending September 14, 2019

Sep 15, 2019

UAW Picks GM; VW iD.3 Electrifies; Frankfurt Plugged In; Car Carrier Sinks; New VW Logo Placed; Head Nissan Exec Replaced; Mess O'Mustangs; Wards 10 Best; Cox Goes Into Electric Pickup Biz; GM PU SUZ Recall; RAM Recall; States Charge EV Highway Tax Fees; NASCAR Cup Raceoff Field Fixed; F-1's Schumacher Repaired ... Continue reading

WardsAuto Names 2019 Wards 10 Best User Experiences Award Winners

Sep 10, 2019

WardsAuto has unveiled the annual Wards 10 Best User Experiences list for 2019, and the German OEMs have a strong showing this year.<br></p> <p>Now in its fourth year, the Wards 10 Best UX competition is dedicated to assessing the user-friendliness of technology such as smartphone pairing and charging, voice-control na ... Continue reading

Volkswagen ID.3 Fully Electric Model Introduced Not For America)

Sep 10, 2019

Volkswagen and its customers are launching into a new era of environmentally friendly mobility and will showcase the fully electric ID.3 at IAA 2019. ... Continue reading

2019 New Car Reviews, 2019 New Truck Reviews

Sep 10, 2019

Hybrid Vs. Diesel- Just The Bottom line Facts +VIDEO - Story Of Diesel (18 Minute)

Sep 9, 2019

Diesel or Hybrid? By Carey Russ Hybrids are trendy, and, as an automotive writer, I've had the opportunity to drive all of the current production gasoline-electric hybrid cars and a few prototypes. Knowing this, friends and acquaintances have asked me if they should buy a hybrid. The first thing I do is ask them a ques ... Continue reading

Nutsons Auto News Nuggets - Week Ending August 31, 2019

Sep 1, 2019

* Ferdinand Piëch, the former chairman and chief executive officer who transformed Volkswagen AG into one of the world’s biggest carmakers and added Porsche to its holdings, has died. He died last Sunday at the age of 82 in a hospital in Bavaria, Germany. ... Continue reading

FCA US, Ford and GM Autos Undisputed Industry Leaders Of 2019 Kogod Made in America Auto Index

Aug 29, 2019

FCA US, Ford and GM Autos Undisputed Industry Leaders in 2019 Kogod Made in America Auto “FCA US, Ford, and General Motors are once again dominating the Kogod Made in America Auto Index. The 2019 analysis shows FCA US, Ford and General Motors captured all of the Top 10 vehicles, all but one of the Top 20, and 28 of t ... Continue reading

Majority of Truck and SUV Prices Drop in August Pending 2020 Releases

Aug 26, 2019

While 67% Of Auto Lease Prices Remained Steady in August, Trucks and SUVs Experienced Significant Price Drops reports the latest update on new lease offerings for the month of August. ... Continue reading