11 June 2012
Back in the 50s hippies, surfers and generally happy-go-lucky people had the Volkswagen Caravelle (Transporter T2) to identify with. It was so big (as a name) that it became a symbol of simple life, peace and love. Jump forward 70 years later and we find ourselves at the other end of the spectrum. It's the Volkswagen Caravelle Business (Transporter T5) – the executives strike back.
It's a conference room on wheels basically. You get your Wi-Fi internet connectivity and Bluetooth, 5+1 Nappa
05 June 2012
Volkswagen are having a really mouth-watering lineup for the 2012 Auto Mobil International in Leipzig. We see some very recent faces such as the Volkswagen CC R-Line, the Beetle Fender and the Polo. The Volkswagen Scirocco however, takes the prize as probably the most exciting one out there. It's a GTS version which is said to carry the essence of the 70s and 80s back when the Scirocco models was first born.
It's a world premiere for this GTS version – a black and red stripe splitting the c
29 May 2012
An auto show in Leipzig (the Auto Mobil International) is dangerously close and automakers are scrambling to get the word out. There, on June the 1st, Volkswagen will introduce the 2013 CC R-Line – hardcore driving action for the four-door coupe type of people.
It's power will be drawn from a 2.0 liter TSI engine and will amount to 200 horsepower. The transmission for it can be either a six-speed manual or VW's DSG six-speed dual-clutch engineering piece.
Some specific R Line features in
21 May 2012
2012 Volkswagen Golf GTI Cabriolet is in fact the first ever convertible in GTI history, which is able to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in only 7.3 seconds. This is due to its outstanding engine, which is able to produce 210 horsepower and 280 Newton metres of torque from 1,700 rpm.
For decades GTI is considered one
18 May 2012
2012 Volkswagen Golf GTI Black Dynamic Concept has just made its debut at the 31st GTI Festival in Reifnitz on the Wörthersee in Austria. It comes to show unique black exterior, black-and-red interior, and more importantly – to give us a sense of 360 hp (265 kW).
This astounding power of the Volkswagen comes from its TSI engine and a lowered sport suspension. What is particularly interesting here is that nine Volkswagen apprentices from fou
17 May 2012
It's been a tradition for over 30 years now – a convention within the convention – The “GTI Meeting at Wörthersee”.... for Volkswagen people. This year a concept “warm” hatch is making an appearance – It's the Polo WRC Street. And calling it warm is a massive understatement. Surely however, the GTI festival won't be a party of one. Lot's of other exciting appearances will be made as almost all of Europe rolls into Austria for the event.
Literally taken from the track and put on the streets, the Po
14 May 2012
Volkswagen has announced the new 2012 CrossPolo Urban White special edition.
It features a nice white exterior with some gloss black accents like mirrors and 17” alloy wheels. The exterior also boasts tinted windows and black roof rails.
The interior boats cloth and Alcantara sports seats, a black headliner and silver contrast stitching. There is also a silver-painted center stack, chrome trim and an air conditioning system.
Numerous "Silver One" painted in panels on the radio, climate control panel and
09 May 2012
We often get figures from car makers that, from time to time beggar belief. Especially when we are talking about estimated mpg data. It goes without saying then, that nothing beats a real life test to see exactly what's what. That's exactly what record breaking duo John and Helen Taylor have done - travel 1626.1 miles on a single tank of fuel (a record breaking distance). The car of choice was a 2012, manual Volkswagen Passat TDI SE Clean Diesel
04 May 2012
Eight automakers from Europe and United States are going to display one-of-a-kind fast-charging technology. It is unique because it will enable recharging of most electrified vehicles for just 15 to 20 minutes.
The brands which are taking part in this project are: Audi, BMW, Chrysler, Daimler, Ford, General Motors,
03 May 2012
Volkswagen has unveiled the new 2012 Passat R-Line, which is available from €30 225 in Germany. The R-line is based on the Euro-spec model and comes with complete aerodynamics package and some other nice upgrades.
The exterior package includes a new front and rear bumpers, a pair of revised side skirts and a gloss black rear diffuser. The front grille features R-Line logo. The vision is further enhanced by a body-color roof spoiler and silver anodized roof railing for touring version.
The features of the Pa
01 May 2012
2012 Volkswagen Golf GTI Cabriolet is officially available to order at the brands retailers. This particular model is being on the top of the Golf Cabriolet range.
This means that it combines the pleasures of practical and safe open-air motoring with great performance and on-road dynamics.
What is more, the 2012 Volkswagen Golf GTI Cabriolet comes equipped with all the classic design cues. For instance, the radiator grille has a honeycomb
27 April 2012
Volkswagen Polo R-Line is based on the Match model and adds a lot of nice upgrades to make the small city car even more exclusive.
The unique styling packa includes new front and rear bumpers, a black gloss radiator grille with R Line badging, deeper side sills and 16-inch ‘Mallory’ alloy wheels. From the B-pillars back, the glass is dark-tinted and 65% light-absorbing, while the standard front foglights also include a static cornering function.
There are also scuff plates with R Line logos, sports se
