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26/03/09
VW Tiguan tuning kit from B&B
Although the VW Tiguan compact crossover SUV offers more than adequate dynamic for everyday commute, German tuner B&B apparently decided that you can never get too much oomph for a car like this.
02/02/09
VW Touareg Hybrid to sport 26mpg fuel economy
2010 VW Touareg Hybrid mid-size SUV equipped with a V6 TSI engine and a 52 hp electric motor will feature whopping 26mpg (9.05l/100km) fuel economy, besting even the oil-sipping 2009 V6 TDI model unveiled at the LA Auto Show last November.
02/12/08
2009 VW Scirocco tuned by MTM
MTM is a little bit slow this year. It took the German tuner almost two months to deliver a proper response to a pair of tuning programs developed by Abt and Oettinger.
17/10/08
2009 VW Scirocco gets 1.4 TSI and 2.0 TDI engines
Introducing new entry-level Sciroccos to the UK market, Volkswagen has also offered new -less powerful, but more fuel efficient- 1.4 TSI and a 2.0 TDI engines. Although being definitely slower than the 2009 VW Scirocco GT, the new cars are also much cheaper and consume significantly less fuel in the combined cycle.
06/10/08
2009 VW Scirocco tuning kit by Abt
German tuner Abt Sportsline has promptly posted its response to a new tuning package revealed last week by OETTINGER. Abt's tuning program for the 2009 VW Scirocco includes engine upgrade kits for the 1.4 TSI, 2.0 TDI and the 2.0 TSI engines, as well as suspension tuning, new brakes and a full body kit.
02/10/08
OETTINGER tunes 2009 VW Scirocco
With a new body kit from German tuning specialist OETTINGER, VW's hottest-looking hatch 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco sports even more menacing and self-assured appearance. Besides a rear diffuser, the kit also includes a set of aero flaps for the front splitter and sill extensions.
28/09/08
2009 VW Caddy 4Motion AWD van to be presented in Hanover
At the IAA Commercial Vehicle Show in Hanover, Germany, Volkswagen will officially present its 2009 VW Caddy 4Motion van, which will be equipped with the Haldex all-wheel drive system.
24/09/08
VW Robust pickup photos released
Volkswagen has finally released an extensive photo set of its Robust (or, perhaps, Taro) 1-ton pickup truck set to be unveiled at the 62nd IAA Commercial Vehicles Show in Hanover scheduled from 25 September through 2 October 2008. Although VW is not readily associated with this kind of workhorses, the company's designers have managed to make the muscular concept truck a true Volkswagen. I.e. dull and uninspiring as most of their models, duh.
06/08/08
Volkswagen Golf VI will be more expensive
In Germany, the 6th-gen entry-level VW Golf will cost €16,500, which is about €200 more expensive than the current Golf. In return, you'll receive a car with sportier appearance with Touareg-like rear lights, better equipment and a new choice of diesel engines that are up to 28 percent more fuel efficient than VW's current oil-burners.
21/07/08
VW Touareg North Sails design study: Captain on the deck!
VW and North Sails have joined their forces to create a maritime inspired Volkswagen Touareg North Sails design study. Although certainly lacking sails and a proper hull, the concept vehicle nevertheless leaves a strong nautical impression.
24/06/08
2009 VW Scirocco GT is available for order
Volkswagen's British customers are now able to secure their copies of the 2009 VW Scirocco warmed up hatchback. Currently available only as a GT model equipped with a 200PS, 207 lb-ft (280 Nm) 2.0-liter TSI engine, the vehicle will start from £20,940 on the road.
22/06/08
2009 VW Jetta TDI pricing revealed
Looks like Volkswagen will finally start selling its fuel-efficient diesel-powered VW Jetta TDI sedan and VW Jetta TDI SportWagen station wagon in the North American market. Although almost $3000 more expensive than the gasoline powered model, the Jetta TDI will be a better choice for those who travel tens of thousands of miles per year.
17/06/08
VW Touareg gets another tuning kit from Hofele
The German tuning specialist Hofele Design has just revealed its new appearance kit that suits both older and facelifted model of the VW Touareg crossover SUV.
13/05/08
Volkswagen Polo GT-Rocket officially launched
VW finally puts its Polo GT-Rocket special edition small hatchback on to assembly line. Sporting a range of specification upgrades, the new Polo GT-Rocket will start at impressive €16,875 for the car with a 80PS 1.4-liter engine.
13/05/08
VW Passat CC to compete against Mercedes-Benz CLS?
Volkswagen UK will soon start selling a four-door coupe version of its popular VW Passat family sedan. Being much more affordable than an entry-level Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class, the Passat CC has a good chance of winning consumers' hearts.
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