The Volkswagen Beetle has Adorable Nicknames Across the Globe
Lets have some fun with the adorable nicknames the Beetle managed to collect over the years.
Volkswagen Beetle and Passat Win Big with Vincentric
Vincentric recently announced its Best Value in America Awards™, and the Volkswagen Beetle and Passat were among the winners. Learn More: About the Volkswagen Beetle Volkswagen’s Vincentric awards The 2019 VW Beetle won the compact category, while the Passat topped the midsize segment. For Volkswagen, hard work has paid off. “We are thrilled with these awards […]
Car of the Future: The Volkswagen Beetle?
As a stereotypical 90s kid, I am constantly plagued by nostalgia and therefore find myself watching classic Disney Channel Original Movies (DCOMs) in my spare time. My most recent trip to the past included an excursion to the future. The film Zenon: Girl of the 21st Century, starring Kirsten Storms as Zenon Karr, was filled […]
2017 Volkswagen Beetle Overview (Plus Convertible!)
The Beetle, the Bug, the Slug Bug, the Ladybug, the Turtle, The Bubble… no matter what you call it, “The People’s Car” has become an iconic, unmistakable car around the world. With its plump body, wide fenders, and round headlights, the Volkswagen Beetle remains a pillar of the automaker’s lineup year after year. [wptab name=”What’s […]
2016 Volkswagen Beetle Overview
There’s no denying that the Volkswagen Beetle is a classic model with a lot of history behind it. An iconic name doesn’t mean that this vehicle is stuck in the past, however. With power, advanced features, and comfortable interior, the Beetle is ready to impress the modern car buyer. The 2016 Volkswagen Beetle is available […]
2015 Volkswagen Beetle Overview
With its funky, characteristic style and spunky performance, the 2015 Volkswagen Beetle is a top option for those consumers that want a vehicle that’s unique. The 2015 Beetle combines retro vibes with modern-day amenities, offering the perfect mix of function and style to make a statement out on the road. [wptab name=”What’s New”] What’s New for […]
Volkswagen Beetle Classic Goes On Sale
Becomes Least Expensive Bug In VW's Lineup
The Volkswagen Beetle Classic goes on sale this week, with a starting price of $20,195. Roughly $1,500 less than the Beetle 1.8T automatic, this retro 1.8T Coupe is now the cheapest option in the the current Beetle lineup. As you can see, the Classic model has a familiar vintage look to it, although it’s available only […]
2013 Volkswagen Beetle Overview
What’s New for the 2013 Volkswagen Beetle The 2013 Volkswagen Beetle lineup gets some new additions including an optional turbocharged diesel engine, a soft-top convertible version of the Beetle, and a special Fender-signature version Beetle which has a dash treatment inspired by the finish seen on Fender’s popular guitars. Related: The Truth about Gas-Saving Myths 2013 […]
Volkswagen Beetle History
Introduction The Volkswagen Beetle is quite possibly the single most iconic vehicle of all time. Production of its original styling ran for 65 years, which made the Beetle the world’s longest-running and most-manufactured car of a single design platform, resulting in the production of 21,529,464 Volkswagen Beetle Type 1s, but the Beetle has been redesigned […]
2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible TDI Overview
2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible TDI Exterior No one has to describe what the VW Beetle looks like, as its design is among the most iconic in the automotive industry, but the Beetle Convertible TDI combines unmistakable styling with an open-top. Throw on standard 17-inch alloy wheels, and the Convertible TDI has more curb appeal than […]
Volkswagen Beetle Celebrates 65 Years in the US
It’s possibly the one vehicle that has been around for more than 50 years and is just as easily recognized today as it was when it was first introduced. The Volkswagen Beetle first landed on American shores in January of 1949, and now, 65 years later, the German icon is celebrating the cultural milestone. Affordable […]
2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible Overview
What’s New for the 2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible The 2014 Beetle will see a few changes in the year 2014 with a slight boost in horsepower and a new name—the Beetle R-Line. The base Beetle will hve a few more standard features, while the Volkswagen telematics system, which is called Car-Net, will debut with a […]
2014 Volkswagen Beetle Overview
What’s New for the 2014 Volkswagen Beetle For 2014, Volkswagen has introduced the Beetle R-Line to replace the Beetle Turbo, and with it comes a 10 horsepower increase in power. 2014 Volkswagen Beetle Exterior No one has to tell you what a Volkswagen Beetle looks like, as its unmistakable design is easy to locate on […]
Volkswagen Introduces New 2014 Beetle Premium Package
Volkswagen customers will now have a new, range-topping package to consider when shopping for the 2014 Volkswagen Beetle: the Premium Package. Starting now, the Premium Package is offered exclusively on 2014 Beetle Coupe and Convertible trims equipped with either the 1.8T or TDI® Clean Diesel engine. It’ll include features that have previously never been available […]
Volkswagen’s Beetle Dune Concept at 2014 NAIAS: Lynch or Jodorowsky?
One of this year’s most compelling documentaries is Jodorowsky’s Dune, which tells the story of Alejandro Jodorowsky’s (El Topo, Holy Mountain) failed attempt to adapt Frank Herbert’s Dune to the big screen. What we would have received—and what we are given glimpses of in the documentary through interviews and storyboards—was something that the director hoped […]
History of the Volkswagen Golf
Volkswagen first introduced the Golf in 1974 as a modern alternative for the Beetle with a funky hatchback style that gave consumers a more conservative option for a compact car. While it’s been known by a variety of names, the popularity of this hatchback has stuck. Awards News: Golf GTI and Jetta GLI named in […]
Volkswagen Passat Wins KBB 5-Year Cost to Own Award
The Passat has been a part of the Volkswagen lineup since 1972, when it was referred to as the Passat B1. Although the model has changed quite a bit over the past 49 years, its value is improving. The 2021 Passat was recently recognized as the Kelley Blue Book 5-Year Cost to Own Award winner […]
Volkswagen to Dissolve Racing Division
Volkswagen’s continuing dedication to its vision for an all-electric future has been well documented. 2020 saw the long-awaited launch of the ID.4, and more vehicles in the ID. family are set to release over the next few years. VW’s ambitious goals, while certainly achievable, are expected to come with a hefty price tag. With this […]