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Volkswagen is the German giant, also owning Audi, Maserati, Porsche and others. VW, known as the ‘people’s car,’ builds fuel efficient cars with comfort in mind. Diesel engines are an important part of VW’s business. Some iconic Volkswagen’s are the Beetle, Jetta. Upcoming models to watch: CC, Golf, TDI
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2014 VW Jetta Ditches Five-Cylinder, Rear Torsion Beam
Volkswagen has been listening to the criticism of its latest-generation Jetta and has decided to update the 2014 model year compact sedan with several improvements.
Volkswagen ‘Car-Net’ Coming in 2014 Model Year
Volkswagen will offer its new “Car-Net” system on several vehicles in the 2014 model year, the company said today.
Volkswagen 1.8L Turbo Four Replacing 2.5L Five
Volkswagen will begin phasing out its 2.5-liter five-cylinder engine with the 2014 model year, the company announced today.
Volkswagen XR1 Sports Car in Planning Stages
A sports car that borrows from the fuel-sipping Volkswagen XL1 is in the planning stages.
Volkswagen Polo Heading to US in Next Generation
Volkswagen has big plans for the American market in the near future, with the next-generation Polo and a subcompact crossover joining the German automaker’s lineup.
Volkswagen Golf GTD Reconfirmed for US Market
Volkswagen has reconfirmed that the Golf GTD will be heading to the U.S., likely for the 2016 model year.
VW Annual Production to Top 10 M Before 2018: Exec
Volkswagen boss Martin Winterkorn thinks the company will surpass its goal to sell 10 million cars in a year by 2018.
Volkswagen XL1 to Drive in 2013 Goodwood Hill Climb
Joining all the other vehicles in this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed hill climb is the Volkswagen XL1, driven by Formula 1 legend and six-time Le Mans winner, Jacky Ickx.
Next Volkswagen Passat Could Have Carbon Fiber Roof
Volkswagen is testing the use of aluminum and carbon fiber sheets for the roof panel of its next generation Passat, the brand’s R&D chief Ulrich Hackenberg said.
Passat TDI Averages 78 MPG, Sets Guinness Record
Volkswagen announced today that it’s diesel-powered Passat set a new record to fuel economy driving through every state except Alaska and Hawaii.
Revo Volkswagen T5 Sets Nurburgring Record for Vans – Videos
Vans aren’t exactly the type of vehicles we think of when we think about setting Nurburgring lap records, but Volkswagen tuning specialist Revo wanted to buck tradition by building a T5 to see how it would perform at the legendary track.
Volkswagen Golf Production Hits 30 Million Milestone
Over the span of seven generations, Volkswagen has produced 30 million of its Golf hatchbacks.
Volkswagen Touareg Spy Photos Show Mild Refresh
With the second-generation Touareg debuting in 2010, it’s about time that Volkswagen gave its SUV model an update.
Volkswagen XL1 Could Spin Off Into XR1 Sports Car
The principles behind a car designed for performance and a car designed for fuel efficiency are similar; both need to be light weight and aerodynamic, which is why Volkswagen is investigating adapting its fuel efficiency-focused XL1 into a vehicle tuned for performance.
Most Watched Videos of the Week: June 2 – June 9, 2013
Recapping the most watched videos from AutoGuide‘s YouTube channel this week, here’s a chance to catch up on what everyone else is talking about. This past week, AutoGuide was on hand for the official unveiling of the all-new, 2014 Toyota Corolla. Check out what the Japanese automaker has done to its entry-level, popular sedan.
2015 Volkswagen Golf GTD Detailed in Mega Gallery
The 2014 Volkswagen Golf GTD originally made its debut at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show and now the German automaker has released more details on its Gran Turismo Diesel hot hatch.
Volkswagen Passat TDI Attempts to Set Fuel Economy World Record
Volkswagen of America is setting out to challenge the existing Guinness World Records achievement for the lowest fuel consumption around the lower 48 U.S. states for a non-hybrid car.
Volkswagen XL1 Could be Available by Lease Only
Volkswagen didn’t need a supercar during this year’s Geneva Motor Show to get attention; it had the XL1.
VW’s Chattanooga Plant Builds its 250,000th Passat
Volkswagen’s manufacturing plant located in Chattanooga, Tennessee announced today that it has produced its 250,00th Passat.
Top 10 Cheapest 40 MPG Cars
Fuel efficiency is at the forefront of every new car-buyer’s mind. No one wants to spend $30,000 and find themselves throwing money away at the gas pump, so we’ve compiled a list of the cheapest vehicles that get 40 miles per gallon (combined) in order from most expensive to least expensive.
Volkswagen to Modify Diesels to Prevent Improper Fueling
Pumping gasoline into a diesel Volkswagen voids the warranty and can lead to costly repairs, which is why the brand is kicking off a massive modification campaign.
Commute, Toy or Destroy – VW Corrado vs. Honda CRX vs. Ford Mustang
We are back with this week’s instalment of AutoGuide’s newest, interactive weekly feature ‘Commute, Toy or Destroy’.
Volkswagen VR6 Engine Previewed in Design Vision GTI
Volkswagen’s VR6 engine will continue into another generation despite past rumors that suggested otherwise.
Volkswagen Apprentices Build GTI Cabrio Concept Car
The creative and hands-on group of Volkswagen newbies have just revealed their latest project, dubbed the Volkswagen GTI Cabriolet Austria at this years Wothersee meet.
