Volkswagen Explains Why Most of Its GTI and R Models Never Make It to the U.S.
Volkswagen says GTI and R badges are earned, not marketed, and only appear on vehicles that deliver the authentic driving experience buyers expect.
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Volkswagen Unveils Its Biggest Product Offensive in Years With 10+ New Vehicles Across Three Continents
The wave of launches comes as the automaker faces growing pressure from competitors, particularly in the electric vehicle market and in China.
Automakers Made Turbo Cars Smoother and More Efficient, but They Also Removed the Sound Fans Loved
Modern turbocharged cars are getting quieter, smoother, and more efficient, and one familiar sound is disappearing with them: the boost whistle and blow-off “whoosh” that once made even ordinary performance cars feel more dramatic.
This Simple Car-Cleaning Habit Could Save Fuel Without Changing How You Drive
A clean car is often associated with appearance and maintenance, but it may also have a measurable effect on fuel consumption. Tests highlighted by MythBusters found that a clean vehicle achieved better fuel economy than the same car covered in dirt and mud.
Porsche Gave Toy Story’s Biggest Characters Their Own Cars With Three One-of-a-Kind 911s
Unveiled ahead of the release of Toy Story 5, the custom-built vehicles reinterpret some of the franchise’s most recognizable characters through bespoke design elements and extensive hand-finished craftsmanship.
Volkswagen Knows American Drivers Want Hybrids, Yet Its Showrooms Remain Empty of Them
The automaker says it wants to bring hybrids to market, but production and supply-chain challenges are slowing the process.
The Manual Volkswagen Is Becoming History in America as the Jetta GLI Loses Its Third Pedal
Volkswagen is ending the sale of manual-transmission vehicles in the United States. After removing the stick shift from the Golf GTI and Golf R for the 2025 model year, the automaker has now confirmed that the Jetta GLI will also lose its manual option starting in 2027.
It’s Official: Volkswagen Is Ending Manual Car Sales in America After 2026
Volkswagen has confirmed that it will no longer offer any manual-transmission vehicles in the United States after the 2026 model year.
BMW Confirms the End of the M3: 2027 Will Be the Final Year for the Current Generation
BMW has confirmed the current-generation G80 M3 will end after the 2027 model year, marking one of the last chances to buy a manual M3.
Volkswagen’s Hottest Electric GTI Will Fake Gear Shifts to Feel Like a Gas-Powered Hot Hatch
Volkswagen is preparing a more extreme version of its future electric GTI hatchback, and this one will feature simulated gearshifts inspired by Hyundai’s EV performance models.
More Than 2.3 Million Built, and Now Volkswagen’s Family Minivan Is Gone for Good
The Volkswagen Touran is no longer in production. The final example rolled off the Wolfsburg assembly line on April 29, ending a 23-year run.
BMW Has Now Built More than 2 Million Electric Vehicles
BMW has reached a new milestone in its electric vehicle expansion, announcing that it has now manufactured more than 2 million EVs worldwide.
Volkswagen Finally Unveils the ID. Polo, Its Cheapest Electric Car Yet
Volkswagen has officially unveiled the ID. Polo, introducing a fully electric version of its long-running supermini for the first time in 51 years.
Volkswagen Draws a Line: Sedans and Hot Hatches “Will Always Be There” in the U.S.
Volkswagen has made clear it is not abandoning sedans and performance hatchbacks, even as SUVs dominate its U.S. sales. Company leadership says models like the Golf GTI and Golf R remain central to the brand’s identity beyond pure sales figures.
Volkswagen’s Next-Gen Cars Will Feel Completely Different Inside, and It Starts with This One Change
Volkswagen is preparing a significant redesign of its vehicle interiors, bringing back physical buttons and higher-quality materials across its next generation of models. The approach, previewed by the upcoming ID Polo, reflects a broader effort to simplify in-car controls while improving perceived quality. The changes will apply to both electric and combustion-powered vehicles through the end of the decade.
