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Volkswagen Passat CC now offers space for five

With an ptional new rear bench system available, the Passat CC opens up its interior space for five. Option available in Europe for 100 euros but no word on U.S availability.

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The Passat CC is making an elegant appearance on our roads with its coupé lines and sporty note. Effective now, the Passat CC – previously designed to carry four persons – is available with an optional new rear bench that turns it into a five-seater. (continue reading…)

Volkswagen introduces the New Passat CC R-Line

Volkswagen introduces the New Passat CC R-Line

The four-door coupé with exclusive sporty features can be ordered now

R-Line equipment is already offered on seven Volkswagen models. Now the Passat CC is getting a sportier touch. Orders are now being taken for the four-door coupé with R-Line package.

On its exterior, 17-inch (optional 18-inch) R-Line ‘Mallory’ alloy wheels with 235/45 tyres lend a sporty touch to the Passat CC R-Line. The front spoiler and side skirts, each painted in body colour, were also re-styled. In addition, R-Line logos embellish the front side sections; the rear lights are smoked. Continue reading ‘Volkswagen introduces the New Passat CC R-Line’

Volkswagen CC Earns TOP SAFETY PICK Award from Insurance Institute for Highway Safety

Volkswagen CC Earns TOP SAFETY PICK Award from Insurance Institute for Highway Safety

Volkswagen of America, Inc. announced today that the stylish CC, which was designed and engineered to blend sports car dynamics and dimensions with sedan comfort and functionality, has received the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) TOP SAFETY PICK award for 2009. A TOP SAFETY PICK is the highest rating possible from the non-profit research organization. The annual award recognizes vehicles that perform best in protecting passengers in the Institute’s front, side and rear crash test evaluations.

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Volkswagen launches new “Meet the Volkswagen” campaign

New ‘BUS’ Character Voiced by Thomas Haden Church Discusses Fuel Efficiency, Safety and Low Cost

Volkswagen of America, Inc. today kicks off the latest installment of its DAS AUTO brand campaign, this time with a collection of 30-second TV spots entitled ‘Meet the Volkswagens.’ The new spots again feature Max the Beetle but also introduce a brand new character named BUS. Voiced by actor Thomas Haden Church, BUS is a talking ruby red 1963 Volkswagen Micro Bus who draws upon Volkswagen’s tradition and heritage while creating clever vignettes that make subtle competitive comparisons in order to highlight key messages like mileage, fuel efficiency, cost of ownership and safety. The campaign will run for 8 weeks and will be supported online and at dealerships nationwide. A first for Volkswagen, the TV spots will direct viewers to Facebook where they will experience information and messaging surrounding the campaign and other brand initiatives.

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BlueMotionTechnologies – Five World Premieres in the Name of Sustainability

Volkswagen is expanding its range of extremely fuel efficient, clean and economical models with great vigor. Making world premieres at the Geneva Motor Show 2009 (March 5 to 15) are the Polo BlueMotion concept car, the new Golf BlueMotion, the next Golf Plus BlueMotion, the exclusive Passat CC BlueTDI Individual and the natural gas powered Touran TSI EcoFuel.

  • Polo BlueMotion Concept Car: World’s most fuel efficient five-seater consumes just 3.3 liters of fuel per 100 kilometers
  • Golf BlueMotion: At 3.8 liters the most fuel efficient in its class
  • Golf Plus BlueMotion: At 4.3 liters the most fuel efficient high-roof compact
  • Passat CC BlueTDI: World’s cleanest diesel sedan with SCR catalytic converter
  • Touran TSI EcoFuel: Dynamic Twincharger driving for just 4.60* €/100 km

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Simraceway Is Blurring The Line Between Sim Racing And Reality

SimCraft simulator systems

Quattro de Mayo: May 3-6, 2012



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