Volkswagen: Latest News
Abt Golf VI GTD Tuning Program Announced
November 20, 2009 9:10:00 PM
ABT Sportsline's new Golf GTD has been announced. It's got a 2.0 TDI engine making 140kW (190hp) and hauling torque of 390Nm (288 lb-ft).
VW Approves Porsche Merger
November 20, 2009 7:10:00 PM
VW board agrees on final details to buy a 49.9 percent stake in Porsche AG by the end of this year. The company will complete a merger with Porsche AG parent company Porsche Automobil Holding SE by 20...
VW Amarok Pickup to be Official Vehicle for Dakar Rally
November 18, 2009 4:00:00 PM
Volkswagen's upcoming Amarok pickup is the 2010 Dakar's official event vehicle. The trucks will be used for support, media and shuttle services.
VW Ends Golf I Production in South Africa with Citi Golf Mk1 Limited Edition
November 12, 2009 7:04:00 PM
Only 1,000 of the Citi Mk1 will be produced at VW's Uitenhage plant in South Africa. The model will retail for 113,500 rands (10,280 euros).
VW-Porsche Overtakes Toyota as World's No. 1 Auto Maker
November 10, 2009 10:15:25 PM
VW-Porsche has produced 4.4 million units this year, while Toyota has cut its production and only made 4 million vehicles so far.
2012 VW Polo Sedan Spied - Headed for U.S.
November 10, 2009 7:15:25 PM
The upcoming 2012 VW Polo sedan has been spied during cold climate testing. The car will share engines with its hatch brother and possibly be sold in the US.
VW Jetta TDI Cup Street Edition Announced (US)
November 6, 2009 11:17:00 PM
We have the full details, pricing, and release information about the VW Jetta TDI Cup Street Edition inside.
Hofele VW Touareg Royster GT 460 Widebody Introduced
November 6, 2009 10:17:00 PM
New wide-body kits comes with wheel arches, wheel spacers and side skirts. The kit also includes features such as new front bumper, LED daytime running lights and fog lamps, as well as a rear apron an...
Possible Audi A8 Test Mule Caught on Video in Mexico
November 6, 2009 12:19:00 AM
A member of the Rvag.com community has caught a 2011 Audi A8 prototype undergoing testing in Puebla, Mexico.
MR Car Design Black Rocco with 370 hp
November 4, 2009 4:28:52 PM
MR Car Design has unveiled a heavily modified Volkswagen Scirocco, dubbed the Black Rocco.
VW mid-size Sedan Rendered
November 2, 2009 3:12:53 PM
Based on the official sketch that was released last month, the rendering gives us our best glimpse of American Passat replacement.
VW Scirocco R and Golf R Now Available for Order in UK
October 30, 2009 6:32:08 PM
Golf R becomes VW's fastest (by acceleration) production car even doing the 0 to 100 km/h sprint in 5.5 seconds.
VW Scirocco Cup Race Series Announced - Bio-CNG-powered race
October 29, 2009 3:53:28 PM
Details about the new Volkswagen Scirocco Cup, and its CNG-powered car, inside.
74.3mpg VW Golf BlueMotion Launched in UK
October 28, 2009 6:08:47 PM
VW has launched the new Golf BlueMotion for the UK market. It has a 105hp 1.6 TDI engine returning 74.3mpg and emitting 99 g/km in C02 gases.
Porsche to Share Panamera and 911 Platforms with VW Group
October 27, 2009 5:45:41 PM
New Porsche CEO Michael Macht said more production synergies can be had between Porsche and VW Group now that the two German automakers have merged.
VW is First Auto Maker To Launch a Car Exclusively on a Mobile Device
October 26, 2009 4:13:07 PM
Volkswagen has announced plans to launch the 2010 GTI via a free version of Firemint Real Racing game on the Apple iPhone and iPod touch.
VW Launches New 1.2L TSI Engine in Polo, Golf and Golf Plus
October 24, 2009 12:58:00 PM
The new Volkswagen 1.2-litre TSI motor is now available in the Polo, the Golf and the Golf Plus. It makes 77kW (105hp) and peak torque of 175Nm.
Volkswagen to take Larger 49.9% Porsche stake for $5.8 billion
October 21, 2009 1:06:41 AM
Volkswagen AG initially wanted a 42% stake in Porsche. Now it says it will take 49.9% for the amount of €3.9 billion (US$5.8 billion).
VW New Mid-Size Sedan to Replace, Not Join Passat in U.S.
October 20, 2009 3:52:27 PM
The Volkswagen Passat appears to be on the way out in North America. The sedan will be replaced by a new, US-produced mid-size car by 2011.
Volkswagen Golf R & Scirocco R Launched
October 16, 2009 7:09:00 PM
VW has officially released the Volkswagen Golf R and Scirocco R. Details, and German pricing, inside
MTM Pumps 270hp from Volkswagen Golf VI GTI
October 16, 2009 4:39:36 PM
We break down the new tuning package for the Volkswagen Golf GTI VI from German engineers Motoren Technik Mayer. Details inside.
Volkswagen Tiguan Facelift Caught Hiding a New Face
October 14, 2009 11:07:50 PM
Spy pictures of a facelift Volkswagen Tiguan have appeared. The little SUV seems to have only changed its face and nothing else.
Vokswagen Up/ Lupo Mule Caught
October 13, 2009 5:33:00 PM
Mule of VW minicar dressed in a shortened Polo shell likely the production version of the Up! concept.
2012 VW New Beetle to get More Interior Room
October 13, 2009 3:03:00 PM
The president and CEO of Volkswagen America, Stefan Jacoby, has reveled new details about the 2012 Beetle.
VW Golf R North American Entry Looks Promising
October 8, 2009 6:36:59 PM
According to a recent report, Volkswagen is seriously considering bringing the Golf R to the United States.
VW Amarok Pickup Spied in Most Revealing Shots Yet
October 7, 2009 3:23:01 PM
Looking virtually production ready, this particular mule only has minor camouflage on the front and rear fascias.
VW Scirocco R In the Metal [Video]
October 6, 2009 8:00:40 PM
Here's a short video clip of the VW Scirocco R in real life. Not much is revealed but it's nice to see the two-door FWD beast fresh in the metal.
Volkswagen Golf GTI Treated with 250bhp
October 2, 2009 5:36:14 PM
U.K. tuner APS takes VW's 2.0 liter, turbocharged engine to 250 bhp and 395 Nm of torque.
Volkswagen Touareg spied with new details
October 2, 2009 5:06:14 PM
Spy shots show a smaller Touareg is on the way. Also in the cards may be a hybrid drive system for the Touareg shared with the upcoming Porsche Cayenne S Hybrid.

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