VW takes lid off new sixth-gen Golf

     
  VW takes lid off new sixth-gen Golf 06/08/2008 16:03:40  
 

The latest Volkswagen (VW) Golf has been unveiled by the German automobile manufacturer.

According to the company, the sixth-generation model represents the safest, most dynamic and technologically-advanced version of the car it has released. ... Read More

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VW reports impressive half-year sales

     
  VW reports impressive half-year sales 31/07/2008 14:29:52  
 

German car manufacturer Volkswagen (VW) has revealed impressive vehicle sales for the first half of 2008.

According to reports in Motor Trader, the company increased the number of cars and trucks it sold by 7.2 per cent over the six months ending in June. ... Read More

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Liverpool green car show to feature Volkswagen Caddy EcoFuel

     
  Liverpool green car show to feature Volkswagen Caddy EcoFuel 10/06/2008 17:45:39  
 

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has announced that it will be showing off its new prototype gas-powered Caddy EcoFuel at the Green-Car-Guide Live! 2008, a one-day motor show in Liverpool.

The event takes place on June 12th and will show off the latest developments in the energy efficient vehicles sector, including the Volkswagen Caddy EcoFuel, an alternatively fuelled vehicle that can operate either on compressed natural gas (CNG) or biomethane. ... Read More

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Volvo safety technology receives award

     
  Volvo safety technology receives award 13/05/2008 16:09:52  
 

Swedish automobile manufacturing company Volvo has picked up an award for its collision-detecting safety technology.

Its City Safety system, which enables vehicles to both avoid low-speed crashes and reduce the severity of collisions which do occur, received the Technology prize at today's Fleet World Honours Awards 2008. ... Read More

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Volkswagen Group delivers increased profit growth

     
  Volkswagen Group delivers increased profit growth 02/05/2008 16:32:38  
 

The Volkswagen Group sold a record-breaking number of vehicles worldwide during the first three months of 2008.

According to the German-based firm, some 1.57 million units were bought by consumers over the period - an increase of seven per cent over the same period last year. ... Read More

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Hollywood star lends voice to VW

     
  Hollywood star lends voice to VW 05/03/2008 16:08:41  
 

British actor Ray Winstone is to be the voice behind a new promotional campaign from German car manufacturer Volkswagen (VW), the firm has announced.

The thespian, famous for his roles in Sexy Beast, Beowulf and The Departed, is to team up with the company to produce a series of nine radio adverts. ... Read More

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Scirocco returns 'most advanced VW coupe'

     
  Scirocco returns 'most advanced VW coupe' 04/03/2008 16:35:58  
 

The new Scirocco from Volkswagen (VW) is the most technologically advanced and dynamic production coupe the firm has ever produced.

According to the German automobile manufacturer, the vehicle is has an "aggressive yet cohesive" exterior styling while inside the model is "airy and light". ... Read More

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VW's Geneva plans unveiled

     
  VW's Geneva plans unveiled 29/02/2008 15:01:10  
 

Four new models from German automobile manufacturer Volkswagen (VW) will be on display at the Geneva Motor Show.

The company will show off the latest in its famous Golf line, the TDI Hybrid, which may interest eco-friendly motorists as it emits less than 90kg CO2 per km. ... Read More

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Commercial vehicle sales up at Volkswagen

     
  Commercial vehicle sales up at Volkswagen 08/02/2008 12:03:52  
 

Automobile manufacturer Volkswagen has reported that it sold an increased number of commercial vehicles over the course of the 2007.

Figures from the firm show that 488,700 units were purchased last year compared to 441,500 in 2006 - a 10.7 per cent increase. ... Read More

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Volkswagen announces record sales year

     
  Volkswagen announces record sales year 14/01/2008 17:33:34  
 

For the first time in its history, Volkswagen sold more than six million vehicles in a 12-month period, the firm has revealed.

The company delivered some 6.19 million automobiles over the course of 2007, which marks a 7.9 per cent hike on figures collected for 2006. ... Read More

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Volkswagen announces special Transporter offers

     
  Volkswagen announces special Transporter offers 02/01/2008 15:50:08  
 

Businesses could benefit from a new deal on its commercial vehicles by signing up for a Volkswagen Transporter, the car manufacturer says.

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has launched an array of offers on all models from the Transporter van range. ... Read More

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Production starts at new Russian VW site

     
  Production starts at new Russian VW site 30/11/2007 14:13:55  
 

Russian officials were on-hand this week to see Volkswagen's (VW's) new assembly plant in the country start production.

Some 600 people, including the deputy prime minister of the Russian Federation Sergey Naryshkin, watched as the Kaluga site rolled out its first two vehicles - the VW Passat and the Skoda Octavia. ... Read More

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Firms unite over battery development

     
  Firms unite over battery development 23/11/2007 14:28:00  
 

A number of corporations based in Germany have joined forces in order to aid the development of next-generation batteries.

BASF, Bosch, Evonik Degussam Li-Tec, STEAG Saar Energie and automobile manufacturer Volkswagen are looking to speed up sustainable power source growth. ... Read More

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Futuristic new up! concept unveiled by Volkswagen

     
  Futuristic new up! concept unveiled by Volkswagen 14/11/2007 15:18:05  
 

German automaker Volkswagen's has revealed the latest addition to its up! concept vehicle family.

According to the manufacturer, the model is actually based on a 1950s vehicle – the Samba bus – although its futuristic fuel sourcing is anything but dated. ... Read More

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Industry stats show Volkswagen 'Europe's most wanted'

     
  Industry stats show Volkswagen 'Europe's most wanted' 18/10/2007 12:08:25  
 

Volkswagen is the most popular brand of automaker in Europe, according to new research from within the automotive industry.

Statistics from Jato Dynamics for September 2007 have shown that the firm is top of the heap in terms of sales, followed by Opal/Vauxhall, Ford and Peugeot. ... Read More

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Fair pricing promise made by Volkswagen to customers

     
  Fair pricing promise made by Volkswagen to customers 08/10/2007 12:07:04  
 

Volkswagen has promised "fair and competitive" pricing to customers looking to maintain their vehicles as part of a new marketing initiative.

The German automaker has commented that it would like to see people with its cars bring them to Volkswagen garages for services, repairs and maintenance. ... Read More

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Roadshows see VW and National Trust join forces

     
  Roadshows see VW and National Trust join forces 19/09/2007 15:46:03  
 

National Trust areas across Britain will be the site of a number of roadshows staged by Volkswagen (VW).

The German automaker will be raising awareness of the ways in which people can help the environment through their driving habits. ... Read More

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Low-emitting VW Polo BlueMotion "benchmark model"

     
  Low-emitting VW Polo BlueMotion "benchmark model" 18/09/2007 14:44:34  
 

most efficient liquid-fuelled vehicles in the world when its Polo BlueMotion rolls into dealerships.

The car consumes 74.3 mpg of fuel while emitting 99 g per km of carbon dioxide, making it a potential favourite for environmentally-friendly drivers. ... Read More

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VW announce record sales

     
  VW announce record sales 14/08/2007 15:55:56  
 

Volkswagen has announced it has broken its own global sales record for the first seven months of the year.

The German carmaker delivered 2.11 million Volkswagen brand vehicles to customers between January and July 2007, with the figures boosted by strong performances in emerging markets. ... Read More

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VW to reveal new Golf

     
  VW to reveal new Golf 13/08/2007 17:11:00  
 

Volkswagen is set to unveil its new low emissions, low consumption Golf BlueMotion at next month's Frankfurt International Motor Show.

The latest version of the popular hatchback is diesel-powered and comes with an engine management system that reduces the idling speed of the engine. ... Read More

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Volkswagen Passat MkV recommended to used car buyers

     
  Volkswagen Passat MkV recommended to used car buyers 12/07/2007 16:51:17  
 

Motorists looking for a second-hand car with a slow depreciation rate have had their attention drawn to the Volkswagen Passat MkV by an independent motoring journalist.

Writing for Auto Express, Ian Cushway has singled out the vehicle for praise in a comparative study of used Passats from various eras. ... Read More

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Volkswagen cars praised for reliability

     
  Volkswagen cars praised for reliability 03/07/2007 15:55:22  
 

The durability of Volkswagen motors has been independently praised by a field marketing agency after it announced plans to lease more than a dozen superminis from the German automotive giant.

Gecko has struck a deal to acquire 14 1.9-litre diesel Golfs and a Passat on a 24-month lease basis. ... Read More

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Volkswagen Tiguan details announced

     
  Volkswagen Tiguan details announced 29/06/2007 15:59:58  
 

Car buyers on the lookout for a new 4x4 have been put on alert after Volkswagen announced details of the new Tiguan.

Although orders will be accepted at Volkswagen car dealerships for the compact multi-purpose vehicle from November 2007, the Tiguan will not formally arrive on garage forecourts until February 2008. ... Read More

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Volkswagen Golf Estate features confirmed

     
  Volkswagen Golf Estate features confirmed 11/06/2007 17:18:26  
 

Volkswagen has unveiled details of its revamped Golf Estate line up, which will boast a range of hi-tech features as standard.

The new Golf Estate, which is set to go on sale in Volkswagen car dealerships in August 2007, comes in three different trim levels - the entry-level S, the SE and the range-topping Sportline. ... Read More

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Volkswagen unveils new range-topping Eos

     
  Volkswagen unveils new range-topping Eos 04/06/2007 17:00:25  
 

Car buyers who want to impress their friends with a stylish new motor may be interested to learn that Volkswagen is launching a new model within the Eos Coupe-Cabriolet range.

Taking its cue from the Sport trim, the Individual class comes with an on-the-road price tag of £24,747 and will arrive in Volkswagen car dealerships across the UK from August 2007. ... Read More

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Volkswagen Golf Plus Dune to land in UK

     
  Volkswagen Golf Plus Dune to land in UK 25/05/2007 16:15:01  
 

A new limited-edition version of the Volkswagen Golf is coming to the UK, boasting a plethora of additional features.

The Volkswagen Golf Plus Dune is scheduled to arrive on these shores in the summer with an on-the-road price tag of £18,495 - although no more than 400 will be sold in total. ... Read More

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