Rainer Zietlow and His VW Touareg Reach Southern Tip of Africa in Record Time
Oct 15, 2014
As he set off in the early hours of 21 September from the North Cape (Norway) to the southern tip of South Africa, the primary goal of this latest project for long-distance record holder Rainer Zietlow from Mannheim was to test out the robustness of his Volkswagen Touareg. The journey was interrupted by an accident cau ... Continue reading
Consumer Response to Clean Diesel Cars, Pick Ups and SUVs Drives More Fueling Stations
Oct 7, 2014
To Add Diesel Fuel Pumps Las Vegas, NV â Advanced clean diesel passenger vehicles will be highlighted at this weekâs âFuture of Fuels Showcaseâ at the National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS) annual show in Las Vegas. The Diesel Technology Forum is representing the diesel industry at the â ... Continue reading
Clean Diesel Vehicles Available In U.S. 2014-2017
Oct 7, 2014
A thorough list of clean diesel cars, trucks and SUVs currently available in the U.S. Clean diesel is a proven technology that is quiet and fun to drive. Recent advances in emission control technology, combined with the introduction of ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel in 2006 enabled diesel-powered cars and pickup trucks t ... Continue reading
AAA-University of Utah Study - Unsafe Driving Distractions Caused By Many Hands-free Systems
Oct 7, 2014
inShare1 AAA Urges Manufacturers to Focus on Accuracy and Usability to Reduce Cognitive Distraction WASHINGTON, D.C. (Oct. 7, 2014) â With three out of four drivers believing that hands-free technology is safe to use, Americans may be surprised to learn that these popular new vehicle features may actually increase ... Continue reading
KODA Fabia: World Premiere at the Volkswagen Group Night
Oct 3, 2014
Emotive appearance for KODA in Paris: The new KODA Fabia celebrated its world premiere at the Volkswagen Group Night on the eve of the Paris Motor Show 2014. The car is presented on the automotive catwalk as a young, sporty small car with balanced proportions, crystalline forms and sharp lines. The new KODA Fabia ... Continue reading
Volkswagen XL Sport Breaks Cover In Paris
Oct 3, 2014
World premiere of the XL Sport featuring high-tech Ducati engine: Volkswagen showcases super-efficient concept sports car. ... Continue reading
An Open and Shut Case: Magna Makes 50 Millionth Side Door Latch
Sep 29, 2014
Magna International Inc., the global leader in volume and sales for automotive latching products, announces that its Motrol closures manufacturing division in Guasticce, Italy, has achieved a noteworthy milestone: 50 million side-door latches manufactured for Volkswagen Group vehicles. Since starting production in 2003 ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Golf SV Claims Class Honours at Towcar Awards Debut
Sep 26, 2014
The Volkswagen Golf SV, which went on sale in the UK in May this year, has pulled in an impressive accolade at its first towing outing, having claimed class honours at The Caravan Club Towcar of the Year awards 2015. The Golf SV is based on the standard Golf hatchback but offers more space and versatility. In The Carav ... Continue reading
The New Volkswagen Golf Alltrack
Sep 25, 2014
Crossover of estate car and SUV brings together on- and off-road worlds ► For all terrains: Golf Alltrack launches with all-wheel drive and off-road look ► Four powerful engines: new TSI with 180 PS and three TDI engines with up to 184 PS When Volkswagen introduced the Passat Alltrack, it closed the gap bet ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Announces Model Change
Sep 24, 2014
Dr. Eckhard Scholz: âBrand is well positioned for the future.â TRISTAR study provides outlook on future T-series model generation Record demand for T5 â production increase at Hanover Transporter plant. Hanover, 23 September 2014: Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles announced the new generation of the success ... Continue reading
Sep 23, 2014
BorgWarner supplies its high-performance wet friction technology for Volkswagen's new hybrid DQ 400e dual-clutch transmission, launching in the 2014 Volkswagen Golf and Audi A3 e-tron. The new transmission for hybrid vehicles with transversely mounted engines employs three clutches (a dual-clutch module plus a disconne ... Continue reading
2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible R-Line Review By Larry Nutson
Sep 21, 2014
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Volkswagen of America Presents 'Dating Site' for Car Buyers
Sep 18, 2014
Volkswagen of America has launched an innovative configuration solution at vw.com. which revolutionizes purchasing new cars on the U.S. market. The new website is based on Mackevision technology from the F_Box family. It gives both the manufacturer and its dealers an unprecedented level of integration in the production ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Scirocco is What Car?'s Used Coupe of the Year
Sep 17, 2014
The Volkswagen Scirocco has been named âBest coupéâ in What Car? magazineâs Used Car of the Year awards, at an event held at Londonâs Hurlingham Club this evening. The sporty yet practical coupé, which went on sale in 2008, is no stranger to awards, including What Car?âs own âBest Co ... Continue reading
2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible Review by John Heilig +VIDEO
Sep 14, 2014
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