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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

VW’s Skoda Brand Could Be Planning to Launch in U.S.

By Stephen Elmer May 31 2016

Skoda recently filed for a number of trademarks with the United States Patent and Trademark Office. Continue Reading...

Volkswagen Could Build a New EV Platform for the Phaeton

By Stephen Elmer May 31 2016

Volkswagen is investigating the possibility of adding an new all-electric platform to its portfolio that would support high-end sedans. Continue Reading...

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Volkswagen Finds US Penalties for Diesel Scandal Excessive

By Jason Siu May 25 2016

The Volkswagen Group may be working on resolving its massive diesel scandal, but it isn’t doing so quietly. Continue Reading...

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Tags: diesel scandal, dieselgate, TDI, Volkswagen, vw

Volkswagen e-Golf Reportedly Getting Range Upgrade to 124 Miles

By Jason Siu May 25 2016

The Volkswagen e-Golf will reportedly get a bigger battery and larger motor. Continue Reading...

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Volkswagen Invests $300M into Service that Claims It’s ‘Better Than Uber’

By Jason Siu May 25 2016

Volkswagen has invested $300 million in Gett, a global ride hailing provider. Continue Reading...

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Germany to Retest 30 Cars with ‘Inexplicably High CO2 Emissions’

By Jason Siu May 24 2016

It is still a possibility that other automakers cheated on diesel emissions tests. Continue Reading...

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Tags: diesel scandal, diesel testing, germany

Ferdinand Porsche’s Volkswagen T3 Doka is Heading to Auction

By Jason Siu May 23 2016

A 1989 Volkswagen T3 Doka formerly owned by Ferdinand “Butzi” Porsche is crossing the auction block. Continue Reading...

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Volkswagen Under Investigation for Stealing Hybrid Technology

By Stephen Elmer May 19 2016

Volkswagen is under investigation for potentially infringing on hybrid vehicle patents. Continue Reading...

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Tags: Volkswagen, volkswagen hybrids, vw, VW lawsuit

Volkswagen is Bringing Cool Tuner Cars to an Event Near You

By Jason Siu May 13 2016

Volkswagen is planning to attend numerous automotive events this summer with a five-car enthusiast fleet. Continue Reading...

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Tags: enthusiast fleet, GLI, golf, golf r, gti, jetta, passat, Volkswagen

10 Affordable Convertibles That Will Let You Get the Most Out of Summer

By The Wise Guide May 13 2016

With the weather warming up, now is a great time to buy a convertible—but have you seen the prices of new droptops? Continue Reading...

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Volkswagen Won’t Buy Back 3.0L V6 Diesels, Fix Coming Soon

By Jason Siu May 10 2016

Volkswagen is nearing a fix for its affected 3.0-liter V6 diesel engines. Continue Reading...

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Tags: Audi, diesel fix, diesel scandal, dieselgate, Porsche, TDI, Volkswagen, vw

10 Collectible Volkswagens That Won’t Break the Bank

By The Wise Guide May 06 2016

Classic air-cooled Volkswagens make great collector cars: They are mechanically simple and easy to fix. Continue Reading...

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How a Professor Uncovered the VW Diesel Scandal and Changed Diesel Forever

By Craig Cole May 06 2016

The professor doesn’t think VW cheated in the name of better efficiency. He speculates cost was the driver. Continue Reading...

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Watch the Volkswagen GTI Clubsport S Set a New FWD Nurburgring Lap Record

By Stephen Elmer May 05 2016

The car managed to lap the famous German race track in 7:49.21. Continue Reading...

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Tags: gti, Volkswagen, Volkswagen GT Clubsport, vw

Volkswagen Teases New Seven-Seat SUV

By Stephen Elmer May 05 2016

Volkswagen will build its upcoming seven-seat midsize SUV in the U.S. and the brand is giving us a hint as to what it will look like. Continue Reading...

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