Volkswagen Cars
Volkswagen defends Dakar Rally title with one-two-three
Volkswagen has won the legendary Dakar Rally for the second time in succession. The Volkswagen duos and their TDI powered Race Touareg prototypes celebrated a one-two-three podium lockout at the finish of the toughest challenge in motorsport.
Volkswagen claims double honours at What Car? Awards
The new Polo and Golf have claimed a brace of titles for Volkswagen at this year’s prestigious What Car? Awards.
Volkswagen Group reports delivery record for 2009
The Volkswagen Group set a new delivery record in 2009, topping the prior-year figure. A total of 6.29 (2008: 6.23; +1.1 percent) million vehicles were delivered to customers.
Volkswagen unveil Compact Coupe
Volkswagen has unveiled the New Compact Coupe, a concept that delivers the seemingly contradictory mix of a petrol-engined, practical, performance-orientated coupe with extraordinary economy and sub-100 g/km CO2 emissions.
Pipercross VW Golf K-Jet induction kit
Induction maestro Pipercross has the perfect solution for owners of Golf Gti models equipped with the K-Jet management systems. A tailor-made induction kit.
Volkswagen Eos with BlueMotion
With the introduction of the first petrol-engined model to feature BlueMotion technologies, the Volkswagen Eos has joined in with the tradition and has made a New Year’s resolution that it will drink less from January.
Volkswagen expands its dedicated Fleet Business Centre
Volkswagen Fleet Services has expanded its dedicated Business Centre team to enhance customer service and ensure it truly offers a one-stop-shop for fleet managers.
Volkswagen prepared for start of Dakar 2010
Shortly after the festive period, attention will turn to the South American continent once again, where Volkswagen Motorsport hopes to continue the successes seen during this year when Volkswagen claimed the first diesel-powered victory in the first Dakar Rally to be held outside Africa.
New Year, new engine and styling pack for Scirocco
From next year, the Volkswagen Scirocco will be available to order with an efficient new entry-level engine. From 4 January 2010, it will be possible to order the two-door compact coupé with the 1.4-litre TSI 122 PS engine, with prices starting at £18,860 RRP on the road.
Volkswagen relies on ‘heavy’ support
When the five Volkswagen Race Touaregs cross the start of the Dakar Rally on New Year’s Day 2010, they will not be the only participants competing for the Volkswagen Group.
Volkswagen Passat named as Large Used Car of the Decade
The fifth generation Passat, produced between 1996 and 2005, has been awarded the coveted title of Large Used Car of the Decade by the used car valuation specialists, CAP.
Volkswagen puts the Dakar Rally on the iPhone
From high-tech nomads for high-tech nomads: Volkswagen has launched a new iPhone application about the Dakar Rally in Apple’s online store today.
Volkswagen and Suzuki agree partnership deal
Volkswagen Aktiengesellschaft and Suzuki Motor Corporation have reached a common understanding to establish a close long-term strategic partnership.
Volkswagen takes 49.9 percent stake in Porsche AG
Volkswagen Aktiengesellschaft has taken a 49.9 percent stake in Porsche AG. The next important step on the way towards the integrated automotive group with Porsche has therefore been completed, as announced, before the end of the year.
New Pipercross Venom for Volkswagen Golf Mk5 and Audi S3
Filtration specialist Pipercross has released a bespoke version of its ground breaking Venom sealed induction kit. This latest version is for the VW Golf Mark 5 2.0T and its mechanical sibling, the Audi S3.