News By Topic: Volkswagen

Launch of the new Beetle Convertible

Feb 22, 2013

Open-top driving this spring in the latest generation Beetle Wolfsburg, 22 February 2013 - The new Beetle Convertible has arrived and is available now in Volkswagen dealerships all over Germany. With an updated, fresh design, a wealth of trim options and not least a great value-for-money price the new Beetle Convertibl ... Continue reading

Volkswagen Group meets its targets for fiscal year 2012

Feb 22, 2013

Increase in operating profit to EUR 11.5 billion (EUR 11.3 billion) Board of Management and Supervisory Board propose higher dividend Prospects for 2013: Given the ongoing crisis in key European markets, the goal for operating profit is to match the prior-year level, sales revenue and vehicle deliveries are to increase ... Continue reading

First Details Of Fast, Frugal And Feisty Volkswagen Golf Gtd

Feb 21, 2013

Some 30 years after the original model introduced European car drivers to an intoxicating blend of practicality, high performance and abstemiousness, Volkswagen is readying the latest Golf GTD, which is set to make its debut at the Geneva Motor Show next month. ... Continue reading

2013 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible Review By John Heilig

Feb 19, 2013

The Auto Page By John Heilig Model: 2013 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible Engine: 2.5- liter I5 Horsepower/Torque: 170 hp @ 5,700 rpm/177 lb.-ft. @ 4,250 rpm Transmission: 6-speed automatic Wheelbase: 100.0 in. L x WxH: 168.4 x 71.2 x 58.0 in. Tires: P215/55R17 Cargo: 7.1 cu. ft. ... Continue reading

Barloworld Volkswagen Bayside is 2012 Volkswagen Dealer of the Year

Feb 18, 2013

Barloworld Volkswagen Bayside has claimed the coveted title of 2012 Volkswagen National Dealer of the Year at an award ceremony on the Gold Coast on Saturday. The dealership also took out the title of Volkswagen Major Metro Dealer of the Year. ... Continue reading

Rugged-Looking Cross Up! Ready For Geneva Show Debut

Feb 14, 2013

Volkswagen is expanding its range of striking Cross models with the Cross up!, which will go on sale in Europe from late summer. It will join the CrossPolo, CrossGolf and CrossTouran models, which have been a big success in Europe. ... Continue reading

Rugged-Looking Cross up! Ready for Geneva Show Debut

Feb 13, 2013

Volkswagen is expanding its range of striking Cross models with the Cross up!, which will go on sale in Europe from late summer. It will join the CrossPolo, CrossGolf and CrossTouran models, which have been a big success in Europe. ... Continue reading

John White to succeed Anke Koeckler as Managing Director of Volkswagen Group Australia

Feb 13, 2013

Volkswagen AG has announced John White as Volkswagen Group Australia's Managing Director, effective April 1st. ... Continue reading

Only 3,500 Worldwide: Volkswagen Beetle GSR Presented In Chicago

Feb 8, 2013

Volkswagen has today unveiled a new Beetle, the GSR, at the Chicago Auto Show, with a unique design and powerful ... Continue reading

First Details Of The Volkswagen Golf R Cabriolet Revealed

Feb 8, 2013

Meet the new Golf R Cabriolet, the first-ever open-top R model and the fastest-ever production open-top Golf ... Continue reading

The Kombi Trail Tells Story Of Epic Travels In A Volkswagen Van

Feb 6, 2013

Volkswagen vans are well known for their versatility, desirability and durability by business and leisure customers alike. ... Continue reading

Hey Mac What's Up? - New Car Distribution Looms as NADA Meeting Issue

Feb 5, 2013

By Mac Gordon Senior Editor at large Michigan Bureau The Auto Channel Is the growing dependency of the domestic Big Three on Europe a hurdle or a mudhole for North American dealers. This issue is likely to be raised as a critical problem at the NADA convention meetings in mid-February. U.S. dealers are voicing concerns ... Continue reading

Volkswagen Reports 22.6% Increase in 2012 Sales

Jan 30, 2013

Volkswagen Group Australia has continued its growth in 2012 achieving a 22.6% increase with total sales of 54,835 vehicles. Commercial Vehicles set an all-time record with 12,050 units sold, resulting in a 52% increase. ... Continue reading

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Range Now Includes the Caddy Maxi Crewvan

Jan 30, 2013

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles is pleased to announce an expansion of the Caddy Van range, by introducing a Caddy Maxi Crewvan variant to its model range. ... Continue reading

Volkswagen Releases New Flagship Touareg V8 TDI R-Line

Jan 30, 2013

Volkswagen has expanded its Touareg range with the introduction of the very attractive Touareg V8 TDI R-Line with 4MOTION four-wheel drive. ... Continue reading