Volkswagen of America, Inc. announces that the 2021 ID.4 has won the 2021 TOP SAFETY PICK PLUS award by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). To qualify for a 2021 TOP SAFETY PICK+ award, a vehicle must earn good ratings in each of the Institute’s six crashworthiness evaluations. It must also have g
For 50 years, the Jetta has proven itself as one of the most trustworthy and beloved Volkswagen models ever created. Especially popular among the North Americans, the Jetta GLI offers enhanced power and performance, as well as cutting-edge safety and utility features. The Jetta GLI first arrived in the US back in 19
VW Polo is one of the most popular vehicles with its high-quality and agile spirit. Throughout the years, the model has been refreshed and updated with more and more advanced systems being incorporated within the vehicle. The Polo is currently in its sixth generation, and about 18 million vehicles have been produced since the model’s release in 1975. Now, the latest version incorporates the model’s familiar Y-structure and an elegant con
In black and white camouflage and with neat roof structures, the new self-driving Volkswagen machine goes fully electric. Indeed, the ID.BUZZ AD will be deployed in commercial mobility services like MOIA in 2025. Argo AI, the global autonomous driving technology company is developing the self-driving mechanism of the vehicle and also includes all kinds of hardware, software, and cloud-support infrastructure for the ID. BUZZ AD. Also, the Ar
Volkswagen team boosts its e-offensive in China, as part of the brand’s ACCELERATE strategy. The ID.3, one of the best-selling cars in Europe, will also be available on the world’s largest market. In fact, the compact EV car celebrates its Chinese premiere today at the Chengdu Motor Show. Volkswagen’s global electrification offensive is rapidly gaining further momentum. After the ID.43 and the ID.6, we are now launching the ID.3 as the third all-electric model series in China within a mere six months. We ar
For seven generations the Volkswagen Jetta has delivered a neat mix of European handling and a four-door convenience in a single package. The model is so popular that about 18 million units are sold globally and about 3.2 are sold in the US. As the latest model arrives later this year, we take a closer look at some of the most notable vehicles in the lineup. Influenced by the Golf, the original Jetta was introduced to America back in 1979. The
In its latest generation, the 2022 Volkswagen Golf GTI offers more power and driving pleasure, thanks to its new technologies and brand-new approaches when it comes to drivetrain systems. With this particular model, the challenges before designers and engineers were two: how to create an appealing new look and how to complement it with contemporary and advanced systems. The all-new GTI is a design statement; it merges a dynamic, sporty character
Volkswagen presents the new ID.5 GTX – the vehicle is about to make its debut on the 7th of September at the IAA Munich Motor Show. This is the brand’s first SUV to be based on the Modular Electric Drive Matrix (MEB) and is expected to showcase some neat new technologies and features. Exterior design At the front, the vehicle showcases a new IQ.Light LED matrix lights design that generates an intelligently controlled beam and gives the vehi
The Volkswagen Tiguan eHybrid is already available for purchase from customers. The latest addition to the VW’s hybrid is a key unit to the brand’s Way to Zero concept. With a CO2 output of just 38g/km and a fuel economy of up to 176.6mpg, the new Tiguan is definitely an appealing vehicle for both VW skeptics and enthusiasts. The eHybrid comes with an agile 1.4-liter TSI petrol unit and a powerful electric motor, which together contribute to a total of 245hp, and 250Nm of torque available between 1,550 and 3
Today, Volkswagen of America, Inc. announced details for the new 2022 Tiguan compact SUV. The new model features a revised body language and tons of advanced technologies, all part of the standard equipment. Furthermore, Tiguan can be specified with four trim levels, all geared with an efficient 2.0-liter turbocharged and direct-injected four-cylinder engine that generates a total of 184hp and 221lb-ft of torque. The drivetrain system is furth
Volkswagen of America, Inc. unveiled the new 2021 Atlas Cross Sport GT Concept. The unique vehicle blends modern styling and an advanced engine system. Assembled in Chattanooga, the four-seater also demonstrates VW’s new Eisvogelblau exterior color. Based on the 2021 Atlas Cross Sport SEL Premium R-Line, the new GT Concept showcases neat 22-inch ABT Sport HR AEROWHEELS, wrapped in Yokohama Advan Sport V105 UHP 285/35R22 tires, ST suspension XTA Plus 3 coilovers, TAROX eight-piston front brakes, and glossy blac
After a decade of success with American sedan customers, Volkswagen of America, Inc. announces that it will end the assembly of the Passat sedan in Chattanooga with the model year 2022. This approach will allow VW to focus on electrified technologies. In order to celebrate the integral role of the Passat, the Volkswagen team will reveal a special Limited Edition of the vehicle. 2022 Passat Limited Edition The vehicle includes a unique exterior
