Oct 3, 2012
To celebrate the return of the iconic Volkswagen Beetle, London's legendary Abbey Road Studios and Volkswagen have teamed-up to present an exclusive, one-off performance by Paul Weller in the famous Studio One on 9 November. ... Continue reading
Jet-Set: Volkswagen Jetta Claims Record-Breaking Towcar Victory
Oct 3, 2012
The Volkswagen Jetta Sport 2.0-litre TDI DSG has been crowned The Caravan Club Towcar of the Year for the second year in a row, setting the record for the first car in the 30-year history of the competition to secure the accolade in consecutive years. ... Continue reading
2012 Volkswagen Golf R 2-door Review By John Heilig
Oct 1, 2012
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS Model: 2012 Volkswagen Golf R 2-door Engine: 2.0-liter turbocharged I4 Horsepower/Torque: 256 hp @ 6,000 rpm/243 lb.-ft. @ 2,400 rpm Transmission: 6-speed manual Wheelbase: 101.5 in. Length/Width/Height: 165.8 x 70.3 x 57.5in. Tires: P225/40R18 Cargo volume: 14.8 cu. ft. Fuel ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Group powers new infotainment systems with NAVTEQ Map data
Sep 27, 2012
Nokia today announced that its Location & Commerce business is supplying NAVTEQ Maps and data to the Volkswagen Group for its new Discover Media and Discover Pro infotainment systems. This significant move means systems for brands throughout the Volkswagen Group will be powered by Nokia Location & Commerce content. ... Continue reading
A Real Family Car With 88.3 MPG? Must Be The New Golf Bluemotion!
Sep 27, 2012
Making its motor show debut alongside the seventh-generation Volkswagen Golf this week in Paris is one of the world's most fuel-efficient cars: a concept for the new Golf BlueMotion. ... Continue reading
Let's Off-Road! Amarok Canyon Special Edition Debuts at IAA Show
Sep 19, 2012
At the 2012 Geneva Motor Show in March, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles unveiled a concept vehicle designed for extreme outdoor sports in the shape of the prototype Amarok Canyon. ... Continue reading
Caddy Cross Edition To Premiere At IAA Commercial Vehicle Show
Sep 18, 2012
With striking Viper Green paintwork, 17-inch 'Canyon' alloy wheels and a black body kit, the Caddy Cross special edition will be impossible to miss when it makes its premiere on the Volkswagen stand at the IAA Commercial Vehicles show in Hanover (20-27 September). ... Continue reading
Volkswagen is Launching a New Small Car: The up!: A Car with Charisma and Great Potential
Sep 18, 2012
The up! is an all-new city car from Volkswagen. With its pure design, maximum space on a minimal footprint, quality and attention to detail as well as affordable innovations it embodies the core values of the Volkswagen brand. ... Continue reading
New Entry-Level Models Broaden Volkswagen Beetle's Appeal
Sep 17, 2012
Volkswagen has today added two more engine derivatives to the Beetle line-up, thus completing the range and not only lowering the entry-level price by over £1,400, but also reducing the entry-level carbon dioxide emissions value. ... Continue reading
Volkswagens Of The Past, Present And Future On Show At The IAA
Sep 13, 2012
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles will have one of its biggest and most diverse vehicle displays ever at the IAA Commercial Vehicles show in Hanover (20-27 September), with a total of 120 vehicles on show. ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Amarok is 4x4 Australia Magazine's "Best in Class"
Sep 7, 2012
4x4 Australia Magazine has judged 4x4's highest achievers and the Volkswagen Amarok was the clear leader in the ute segment. ... Continue reading
Volkswagen's New Golf Hatchback is Headed for U.S.
Sep 6, 2012
Wahington DC September 5, 2012; The AIADA newsletter reported that Volkswagen is rolling out the latest version of its Golf hatchback in a key test of its ability to widen its lead over other mass market carmakers in Europe, lower manufacturing costs, and overtake Toyota as the world's biggest carmaker. It's coming to ... Continue reading
SEAT Sets its Sights on Russia
Sep 5, 2012
SEAT has announced the reinforcement of its presence in Russia while strengthening its international expansion plans. The Spanish company, participating in the Moscow Motor Show, has opened a new chapter hand-in-hand with the Volkswagen Group importer to profit from the experience of the company in this market. So far ... Continue reading
Seventh Generation Volkswagen Golf Breaks Cover In Berlin
Sep 5, 2012
The all-new Volkswagen Golf has been unveiled in Berlin, 36 years after the original model redefined the small family car. ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Delivers Over 41,000 Vehicles in August, Reports a 62.5% Sales Increase vs. Prior Year
Sep 4, 2012
- Sales momentum supported by improved Total Quality rankings and continued U.S. investments - â¢62.5 percent increase marks the best August since 1973 with 41,011 units sold â¢Best year-to-date sales since 1973, a 37.6 percent increase â¢Best August ever for Passat and Tiguan with 10,090 and 2,746 units so ... Continue reading
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