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Volkswagen came to Detroit to win awards and chew bubblegum, and it’s all… We’re well into the third day of the Round of 16, and… Come one, come all! If you’re looking for a 210-horsepower hot hatch…
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2015 Volkswagen Golf Wins Motor Trend Car of the Year Award
The 2015 Volkswagen Golf family, left to right: the Golf TSI, GTI, and TDI Awards-season has been kind to the Golf. First, Yahoo Autos gave their Car of the Year Award to the GTI. Then, a week later, Green Car Reports bestowed their Best Car to Buy title upon the rest of the Golf family….
Volkswagen NAIAS Display: Golf R, Dune, and a Secret Dungeon?
The newly unveiled Golf R After having spent too much time in Kialand with the babbling photographer, Marci and I felt rushed. Plus it was nearly three o’clock and our stomachs were grumbling for overpriced Cobo food, so we didn’t spend as much time looking at the people’s cars as we would have liked. There was even…
2015 Volkswagen Golf Named Green Car Reports' Best Car To Buy 2015
Green Car Reports’ Best Car To Buy 2015: The new Volkswagen Golf Just a week after the 2015 Volkswagen Golf GTI was awarded the title of Yahoo Autos Car of the Year, the rest of the Golf family has gotten its due after being named Green Car Reports’ Best Car to Buy 2015. The VW…
2015 Volkswagen Golf Model Overview
2015 Volkswagen Golf What’s New for the 2015 VW Golf? The 2014 and 2015 VW Golf share a similar exterior style, with the squared off headlights in the 2015 model being the standout feature. Inside the Golf, the center stack is made of better material; there are new air conditioning vents, climate controls, steering wheel,…
[PHOTOS] VW Previews 2015 Volkswagen Golf
The 2015 Volkswagen Golf TSI Volkswagen today put out new information about the upcoming 2015 Volkswagen Golf, which will hit dealerships this August. The 2015 Golf will be available with either two or four doors and has dropped in weight by up to 79 pounds. Despite the significant weight reduction, the Golf has actually grown…
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“Hyundai You Pair the Pros” Includes Golf Fans in PGA Tour
PGA TOUR fans throughout the world will receive the chance to participate in the 2014 Hyundai Tournament of Champions thanks to launching of the “Hyundai You Pair the Pros” program. The voting system will allow fans to choose a featured pairing in the first round of the tournament, choosing which player out of three will…
2015 Volkswagen Golf GTI: More Space, More Power, More Everything
The 2015 Volkswagen Golf GTI–covered in GoPro cameras The all-new 2015 Volkswagen Golf GTI is finally hitting U.S. dealerships, and with it comes the performance and style we’ve come to expect from the iconic hatchback as well as all kinds of upgrades, including a more powerful yet more fuel efficient engine and an overall lighter,…
2015 volkswagen golf Archives
What’s New for the 2015 VW Golf? The 2014 and 2015 VW… Awards-season has been kind to the Golf. First, Yahoo Autos gave their… Just a week after the 2015 Volkswagen Golf GTI was awarded the… Volkswagen has released a new video (below) promoting the 2015 Golf through… At the Management Briefing Seminar earlier in…
[VIDEO] Rob Huebel Drives a VW Golf Through Target in New Funny or Die Ad
Rob Huebel (right) stars in this ad for the 2015 VW Golf Volkswagen has released a new video (below) promoting the 2015 Golf through Funny or Die, a website that, true to its name, asks viewers to vote on whether a video was funny or the people who made it should be murdered. Taking his…
David Feherty Humorously Compares Golf to Hyundai Features
Feherty is a perfect fit at Hyundai’s golf ambassador Photo: HyundaiUSA Those who aren’t part of the world of golf probably haven’t heard of former golfer and humorous commentator, David Feherty–which is a shame, considering he has more wit and charisma than most in his industry. After playing in the PGA Tour and winning multiple victories, he retired to…
Dream About Golf? Hyundai's Trip to Hawaii Sweepstakes Can Make Your Fantasies Come True
Hyundai’s striving to appeal to all types of sports fans through its ever-growing involvement in professional sports sponsorship. From FIFA soccer to the NFL, the Korean automaker is building a reputation as an athletics-minded brand. With the recent addition of David Feherty as Hyundai’s golf ambassador, the automaker is taking aim at the hearts of…
golf Archives
As part of a 2003 commercial called “Tiger Trap,” Tiger Woods surprised amateur golfers with a challenge: beat him and win a Buick Rainier.… When most car manufacturers take their yet-to-be unveiled vehicles out for a… Cadillac vehicles and golf are a logical match, so it’s fitting that… It’s no secret that Lexus loves golf. The…
e-Golf Archives
If you’ve been keeping up with Volkswagen lately, you’ll know that big… Volkswagen reported its November sales report, which includes impressive performances from the Atlas, Tiguan, Jetta, and e-Golf.… A while back, I read a little bit about the Chevy Volt,… Just a week after the 2015 Volkswagen Golf GTI was awarded the… The Environmental…
2015 VW e-Golf is Almost Here, Very Blue
The Golf family will be getting greener (or bluer, perhaps) when the 2015 VW e-Golf makes its debut in select markets toward the end of the year. Volkswagen’s first fully electric offering in the United States is the latest offering in Volkswagen’s Think Blue® eco-friendly initiative and the next step in VW’s quest to be…
2015 Yahoo Autos Car of the Year Award Goes to Volkswagen Golf GTI
The 2015 Volkswagen Golf GTI, chosen as the 2015 Yahoo Autos Car of the Year After bestowing the title upon the Tesla Model S in 2013 and the Chevy Corvette Stingray in 2014, Yahoo has now selected the Volkswagen Golf GTI as the 2015 Yahoo Autos Car of the Year. The GTI’s victory represents a…
ICYMI: VW Debuted 2022 Golf GTI and Golf R in Chicago
The 2022 Golf R (left) and 2022 Golf GTI made their debut in Chicago Photo: Volkswagen A lot has happened in the automotive industry in the last few months, so I wouldn’t be surprised if you missed some of it. For example, the Chicago Auto Show — which typically takes place every February — recently…
Volkswagen Golf R Variant Wagon Debuting at LA Auto Show
The Volkswagen Golf R Variant wagon It’s a good time to be a Volkswagen Golf. The 2015 model of the iconic compact car was recently selected as both the Motor Trend Car of the Year and the Green Car Reports Best Car to Buy, and now the well-recognized Golf family is welcoming its newest member,…
History of the Volkswagen Golf
1975 Volkswagen Golf Photo: Volkswagen AG via CC 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…
VW Golf Archives
Volkswagen first introduced the Golf in 1974 as a modern alternative for… A lot has happened in the automotive industry in the last few… The bestselling VW Golf was named the best hatchback of 2019 by Digital Trends.… Volkswagen is really making sure that the American public realizes how committed… When Phillies pitcher Tug McGraw…
2014 Volkswagen Golf Overview
What’s New for the 2014 Volkswagen Golf The Golf has been completely redesigned for the 2014 model year. The German automaker’s iconic hatchback now features smoother lines, new head and taillights, and is actually slightly longer and boasts more headroom. 2014 Volkswagen Golf Exterior Despite undergoing a redesign, the 2014 Golf is still very recognizable…
Takata airbag crisis affects millions globally, impacting Audi, BMW, and more
The Takata airbag scandal has affected millions, linking defective airbags to injuries and fatalities.
World Cup of Cars: Germany vs. Algeria
We’re well into the third day of the Round of 16, and it’s time for Germany and Algeria to meet at Estadio Beira-Rio in the town of Porto Algere. The winner of this match will go onto the quarter finals to face the winner of the earlier France-Nigeria game. The Germans might have superstars like…
Planning a Trip Across the Pond? Brush up on these Auto Terms Before You Go
2017 Dodge Charger RT Even countries that speak the same language can face a serious language barrier, and if you’re headed to Britain, you might want to brush up on some automotive terms so that your luggage doesn’t end up sitting out on the curb instead of being stowed securely in the “boot.” (That’s the…
[Photos] All-Electric Ford F-150 Lightning Shocks the World
The most truck truck to have ever trucked? You be the judge Photo: Ford Oh, this is gonna be good. The all-electric Ford F-150 Lightning has been revealed, and it’s all kinds of nuts. We’re talking Harlan Pepper naming everything from peanuts to natural, all-natural white pistachio nuts levels of nuts. Ford’s Killing the EV…
5 Warm-Weather Road Trip Destinations for Winter Travelers
Photo: Pxhere For many states in the U.S., winter means frigid temperatures and increased cloud cover. Escape winter’s chill when you roadtrip to one or more of these balmier destinations this season. New Horizons: The style, strengths, and tech perks of the 2020 XT6 Biloxi, MS Located in Mississippi, Biloxi boasts mild winter temperatures that…
2021 Ford Bronco Sport Named Coolest Car Under $30K
You know the Bronco Sport is cool because goats wanna hang with it Photo: Ford Kelley Blue Book is pretty good at taking that intangible idea of being cool and putting a value on it. KBB’s Coolest Cars list is a trusted standard for measuring the innate coolness of new rides year after year. And…
2015 Honda Fit Archives
AutoPacific has released its annual 2015 Vehicle Satisfaction Awards, with Honda taking… Honda announced today that the 2015 Fit, Accord, and CR-V have all… The 2015 Honda Fit has received a 5-Star Overall Safety Rating from… While it doesn’t quite compare to Chevy’s haul, Honda is sill proud… Green Car Journal has selected the 2015…
Cars That Get the Most Speeding Tickets
2022 Hyundai Veloster N at the track, where is where you should be doing your speeding. Photo: Hyundai Most people have heard that certain car colors, such as red, can raise insurance premiums because they are more eye-catching and associated with speed. But how does the car model you drive affect the likelihood of getting…
GMC Canyon Is the Autoweek Best of the Best/Truck for 2015
The 2015 GMC Canyon Is the Autoweek Best of the Best/Truck for 2015. ©GM Just today, the all-new 2015 GMC Canyon was selected as the Autoweek Best of the Best/Truck for 2015 because of its stunning design, useful features, utility, and, of course, that “perfect size.” Related: GMC Canyon Is Perfectly Built at Wentzville Assembly…
car sweepstakes Archives
To stir up excitement about the next generation of the popular Elantra… Hyundai’s striving to appeal to all types of sports fans through its… Looking for a new car this summer? Before you go browsing the… THIS GIVEAWAY HAS CLOSED If you’re a fan of feminine topics and news… Much like Edward Cullen, Twilight just won’t…
VW Archives
When 2020 began (that was only just over four months ago, though… Due to the dangers surrounding COVID-19, most car production factories around the… When most car manufacturers take their yet-to-be unveiled vehicles out for a… The current COVID-19 pandemic has affected countless lives and businesses over the… When it comes to modern Volkswagen vehicles,…
Buick Archives
General Motors enjoyed strong U.S. sales in the second quarter, reporting 696,086… GMC Announced that the 2022 Hummer will use Google Infotainment Services. This opens up several interesting possibilities for Android users.… When you’re shopping for a car, you’re hit with tons of names, only a fraction of which make sense. Here’s what I think…
10 Safest New Cars For 2016
The IIHS is a nonprofit scientific organization with the goal of saving lives. Photo: Michael Noirot The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has completed its summer tests and has awarded ten new vehicles with the distinction of either being a Top Safety Pick or Top Safety Pick Plus. The IIHS tests vehicles on the level…
South Africa Special Olympics Team Scores Record Medal Count
Photo: Ford Motor Company The South Africa National Team returned victorious to its home country in March after a record showing in the Special Olympics Summer World Games. The team arrived in Johannesburg with 62 medals in tow, including 35 gold, 15 silver, and 12 bronze. Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa pledged the very…
Jetta Archives
Volkswagen reported its November sales report, which includes impressive performances from the Atlas, Tiguan, Jetta, and e-Golf.… The next generation of the Jetta compact sedan has arrived, offering great… Making its world debut at the North American International Auto Show, the… What’s New for the 2014 Volkswagen Jetta TDI For the 2014 model… What’s New…
World Cup of Cars: France vs. Honduras
One of today’s World Cup hot matches is France vs. Honduras. There’s no telling who could come out on top on the field, but how about on the road? In this World Cup of Cars segment, we’ll delve into two automobiles, one representing France and the other Honduras, to determine which country will come out…
5 Tips to Help Your Car Go the Distance
Photo: Chevrolet Whether you have a brand-new car or one that’s been well loved, taking good care of your ride can help prolong its lifespan to maximize your investment. Keeping up with regular maintenance tasks like oil changes and tire rotations are only part of what you need to do to ensure that your vehicle…
Lexus and Funny or Die! Remind You: EVs Suck at Road Trips
The 2015 Lexus CT200h: ideal for doing bro stuff in Vegas, bro So here’s a news flash: the folks at Lexus really, really do not like EVs. Not only has Lexus said on multiple occasions that it will never stoop so low as to make an electric vehicle, but the company has also put together…
Volkswagen Announces Carbon Offsets, Solar Energy Partnership
2015 Volkswagen e-Golf At the Management Briefing Seminar earlier in the month, Volkswagen announced that it will be working with 3Degrees to offset the emissions created in the production, distribution, and driving of their e-Golf and Audi’s A3 Sportback e-tron (due later this year). In order to accomplish this, they will be purchasing carbon offsets…
electric Archives
As 2020 continues, the list of auto industry delays and cancelations continues… Audi’s E-Tron family of electric vehicles is beginning to take shape. The… Things are moving fast at Volkswagen. The company’s push to embrace the… If you’ve been keeping up with Volkswagen lately, you’ll know that big… To say that the auto industry has…
Hyundai Sponsors Michael Jordan Celebrity Invitational
The 2015 Genesis will be featured at the 13th Annual Michael Jordan Celebrity Invitational. Hyundai has announced that it will be the Official Vehicle of the 13th Annual Michael Jordan Celebrity Invitational. This year, the Michael Jordan Celebrity Invitational will be held at the Shadow Creek Golf Course in Las Vegas, Nevada, from April 3…
Sports cars Archives
With a starting price of $35,900, the GR Corolla is a strong competitor to cars like the Subaru WRX STI, Honda Civic Type R, and Volkswagen Golf R… The Chevy Corvette offers a range of power and a style that… Sports cars may seem like an expensive and impractical pick for most… The Bend is…
Best Car To Buy Archives
Each year, eco-conscious organization Green Car Reports announces its list of contenders… The 2018 Honda Civic Type R and 2018 Honda Accord have each… Man, the Chevy Bolt is having a good week. First, I find… While the 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata features 12 fewer horsepower than last… With a 0-to-60 time of 3.7 seconds…
2017 Subaru WRX Overview
The 2017 Subaru WRX is five-passenger sedan that comes standard with an advanced all-wheel drive system and turbocharged motor. This sedan carries a starting MSRP of $26,695 for the base WRX, but that figure grows to $39,995 for the top-level WRX STI Limited model. Many advanced safety technologies also come standard, while fuel efficiency is…
