The Volkswagen Group, made up of brands such as Audi, Bentley and now Porsche, has confirmed a new record rate of sales. The German auto giant managed to deliver a staggering 9.07 million vehicles worldwide during 2012, an increase of 11.2 percent on 2011’s record of 8.16 million vehicles...
Volkswagen recently revealed its long-awaited Polo R, the sportiest version of the Polo subcompact sold overseas. The new car, whose official title is Polo R WRC, just like... January 3, 2013 by Viknesh Vijayenthiran
When we say “Volkswagen Golf,” what comes to mind? If you’re an enthusiast, you’re probably thinking of the VW Golf GTI, a car known for its spirited... December 20, 2012 by Kurt Ernst
We've seen the leaked patent images, the spy shots, and even the almost-ready-for-prime-time concept, but today, we get our first official look at the Volkswagen Golf R... December 19, 2012 by Nelson Ireson
In 2011, Volkswagen’s unforgettable Super Bowl XLV ad (featuring a young Darth Vader, amazed at the sudden emergence of his mystical powers) earned the brand the Number... December 19, 2012 by Kurt Ernst
Just yesterday we brought you details on the Volkswagen Polo R WRC racer, set to make its competition debut at the Monte Carlo Rally, scheduled to kick off on January 15... December 11, 2012 by Kurt Ernst
After announcing its entry to the World Rally Championship in May of last year, Volkswagen has finally revealed the race car that it hopes will take it to WRC glory in 2013... December 10, 2012 by Viknesh Vijayenthiran
After years of waiting, Volkswagen has finally added a high-performance ‘R’ variant to its Polo subcompact range, but instead of launching it as a standalone... December 10, 2012 by Viknesh Vijayenthiran
Drop-top Volkswagen models have always enjoyed something of a cult following, thanks in part to their distinct personalities. Whether you’re talking about a Beetle... November 30, 2012 by Kurt Ernst
In the history of the automobile, the Volkswagen Beetle is easily one of the most iconic vehicles ever created. Generations of drivers learned the joys of rowing their own... November 28, 2012 by Kurt Ernst
For many drivers, parallel parking a car is the hardest part of passing a driver’s licensing exam. Even licensed drivers often struggle with mastering the art of... November 27, 2012 by Kurt Ernst
Last April, Volkswagen Group shareholders granted Ferdinand Piech a third term as chairman of Volkswagen, ensuring him job security through December of 2016. That also gives... November 12, 2012 by Kurt Ernst
The 2012 SEMA show kicks off today and a number of tuned cars are making their presence known. The latest is a bunch of Beetles that Volkswagen has organized with a number of... October 30, 2012 by Viknesh Vijayenthiran
The Sao Paulo Auto Show may not rank among the highest-profile events in the automotive world, but that’s not to say it’s insignificant. In fact, Nissan chose Sao... October 22, 2012 by Kurt Ernst
Jost Capito joined Volkswagen in May of 2012 as the head of Volkswagen’s motorsports division. Prior to this, Capito worked at Ford, where he was head of its Global... October 19, 2012 by Kurt Ernst
While a Lamborghini SUV based on the recent Urus concept is yet to be given the green light for production, it’s widely accepted that a similar high-end SUV from... October 11, 2012 by Viknesh Vijayenthiran