Volkswagen has just unveiled its new Cross Coupe Concept at the 2011 Tokyo Motor Show. The compact crossover is the first vehicle to ride on VW’s all-new modular transverse matrix architecture, and it provides a glimpse of VW’s next-generation crossovers. Similar in size to the compact Tiguan, the Cross Coupe features a 262-horsepower direct-injection, turbocharged [...]
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In the U.S., the 2012 Volkswagen Passat has received a very warm reception. However, despite creative advertising, the new Passat still doesn’t come in a hatchback model, nor does it offer the all-weather traction of all-wheel drive. These elusive features are finally going to be available across the pond on the new 2012 VW Passat [...]
The compact Tiguan is one of Volkswagen’s most popular vehicles. Although it already possesses a handsome exterior, VW has just introduced a new R-Line package that adds a far sportier look to this cute crossover. The R-Line package adds more aggressive front and rear bumpers, side sills, a faux-diffuser, 19-inch alloy wheels, and a rear [...]
Ahead of its debut this month at the LA Auto Show, Volkswagen decided to unveil its refreshed 2013 CC sedan. The sleek CC gets a number of styling tweaks including new front and rear fascias and bi-xenon headlamps with LED running lamps, which are now standard. Overall, the tweaks are indeed to make the CC [...]
The all-new Volkswagen Touareg TDI just laid claim to another world record. The diesel-powered SUV traversed the Pan-American Highway from start to finish in 11 days, 17 hours and 22 minutes, beating the previous record holder by more than three days. The epic journey began July 2 at the southernmost tip Argentina and ended in [...]
Although American drivers aren’t yet accustomed to diesel-powered cars, there are plenty of high-mileage vehicles available for those willing to give it a try. One of the best performers is the 2012 Volkswagen Passat TDI, which officially delivers a very hybrid-like 43 miles per gallon on the highway. The Passat TDI features a 2.0-liter, turbodiesel [...]
In an effort to cut costs, Volkswagen might produce the Tiguan compact crossover in North America. Already, VW assembles the Jetta and the Passat on this side of the pond, which ultimately curbs expenses by relying on local parts suppliers. Currently, the Tiguan is produced at VW’s Wolfsburg plant in Northern Germany, and according to [...]
Volkswagen aims to overtake Toyota as the world’s largest automaker by 2015. While that’s a lofty goal for VW, it seems rather feasible based on company’s recent performance. In the first quarter of 2011 it produced profits of $2.5 billion, which is about three times more than Q1 of 2010. Overall revenue climbed 31 percent [...]
The much anticipated, all-new 2012 Volkswagen Beetle make its debut this week in New York following its world debut at the Shanghai Motor Show. In a blatant attempt to target the Mini Cooper, VW make the latest Beetle more stylish and sportier than its predecessor. The latest model is wider and longer than before and [...]
A modern version of the iconic Volkswagen Microbus was display at the Geneva Motor Show in the guise of the Bulli Concept. The boxy van got such an overwhelming response that VW has decided to put the Bulli into production. The concept features a 113-horsepower electric motor and a lithium-ion battery pack, which can reportedly [...]
