Volkswagen Golf
Golf Blue-e-Motion proves its mettle in RAC Future Car Challenge
A pre-production Golf Blue-e-Motion electric vehicle has won its class in the RAC Future Car Challenge for the second time, using the least energy to cover a 57-mile route from Brighton’s Madeira Drive to Pall Mall in the heart of London.
Volkswagen adds another green award to its trophy cabinet
The Volkswagen Golf BlueMotion has added a further environmental award to its trophy cabinet, having been named Green Vehicle of the Year at the 2011 ACFO Fleet Awards.
Golf models on a hiding for nothing... with leather now standard
Volkswagen is boosting the appeal and value of its Golf line-up, with customers ordering a GT, GTI, GTD or R model from today gaining leather upholstery as standard. On top of this, Volkswagen is adding Bluetooth phone preparation to these cars, meaning customers benefit from over £2,000-worth of extra value.
Volkswagen Golf GTI Edition 35 goes on sale
A 35th birthday can mark the onset of a mini midlife crisis, the tipping point between the big 3-0 and even bigger 4-0.
New Golf Cabriolet goes on sale
Glastonbury wellies are packed away, Wimbledon is running to schedule and there’s an abundance of red shoulders on show: yes, the English summer has finally arrived and it’s here to stay (for at least a day or two).
Volkswagen Golf claims coveted Fleet World honours crown
The Volkswagen Golf has claimed the coveted Fleet World Honours Award for Best Lower Medium Car of 2011, adding another title to its name. The trophy was presented at a special ceremony at the Royal Automobile Club in London today.
Volkswagen Golf GTI Edition 35
To celebrate the 35th anniversary of the original hot hatch, Volkswagen has announced the first details of the latest special edition Golf GTI model – the Golf GTI Edition 35.
Volkswagen starts Golf Cabriolet production in Osnabrück
Volkswagen officially started production at the new facility in Osnabrück yesterday on the occasion of a fact-finding visit by German President Christian Wulff.
Polo and Golf retain class honours at 2011 Fleet News Awards
Volkswagen has retained its lead at the top of two key vehicle categories at this year’s Fleet News Awards, with the Polo once again crowned ‘Best Small Car’ and the Golf crystallising its position as the ‘Best Lower Medium Car’ fleets can buy.
New Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet breaks cover
The first images of Volkswagen’s all-new Golf Cabriolet have been revealed ahead of the car making its public debut at next week’s Geneva Motor Show.
Car Magazine undertakes epic US road trip in Golf BlueMotion
The Golf BlueMotion is one of the most efficient and low CO2 emitting cars currently on sale in Europe. To test just how efficient, CAR Magazine recently embarked on a unique road trip, taking the Golf BlueMotion out of its normal environment.
Volkswagen tees up crazy Golf for 2011 Nürburgring 24-hour
Volkswagen has announced that it is to return to the demanding Nürburgring 24-hour race in 2011 with an all-new challenger – the Golf24.
Volkswagen Golf R is crowned TopGear Hot Hatch of the Year
The Volkswagen Golf R has scooped the Hot Hatch of the Year honour at the TopGear Awards hosted by the TV show’s presenters, Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May.
Volkswagen Golf claims What Car? Best Small Family Car Award
The Volkswagen Golf has added yet another accolade to its name, being crowned What Car?’s Small Family Car for the fifth year running. Volkswagen also claimed the prestigious Security Award, which is given in partnership with Thatcham, the Motor Industry Repair Research Centre.
Polo and Golf BlueMotion exempt from congestion charge
Not only are the highly efficient Volkswagen Polo BlueMotion and Golf BlueMotion models exempt from road tax but, as of this week, they are also exempt from the London Congestion Charge.