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The 2004 Volkswagen Golf R32's 3.2-liter VR6 engine

With a Few Tweaks, the VR6 Is a More Reliable Volkswagen Engine

Reliability and durability, though related, aren’t the same thing where maintenance is concerned. After all, if you have to constantly replace parts of your engine for it to work, that’s not a reliable engine. However, sometimes durable powerplants just need a few modifications or upgrades to make them easier to live with. Such is the …
The 1999 Volkswagen MkIV GTI's 1.8T EA113 engine

Which Used Volkswagen Engines Are the Most Reliable?

Reliability can be an issue for some Volkswagen models, from its sedans to its SUVs. That being said, the German brand’s cars are often more reliable than you may think, provided they’re maintained properly. This applies especially to the engines VW uses in its cars. So, if you’ve been trying to find a reliable used …
Black 2021 Mazda BT-50 pickup truck rising over a ridge

The 8 Pickups You Want But You Can’t Have

There are some great pickup trucks out there that we can’t have in the US. A lot of the reason has to do with the “Chicken Tax” that adds 25% to the price of any pickup imported into the US. For that reason and mostly that alone if the pickup isn’t made here it can’t …
Front view of a red 2021 Volkswagen Arteon with its lights on, parked on a slab of asphalt in front of a rocky mountain

Is the 2021 Volkswagen Arteon Really Cool Enough to Be a Brand Halo?

Through the years, Volkswagen has produced several iconic vehicles. The 1960s saw the VW Bus spark a craze. Debuting in the same era and reappearing in the ’90s, the Beetle, AKA the VW Bug, remains one of Volkswagen‘s best-known cars. Some considered the Beetle a halo car. In the 2000s, some thought of the GTI …

Feds Ban Electric Ford F150 And VW ID4 EV Battery Maker

There is a big dustup between EV battery manufacturers. The two main battery suppliers are LG Chem and SK Innovation. LG Chem and an unnamed battery maker filed a claim back in April 2019, that SK Innovation stole trade secrets from LG Chem. LF Chem makes batteries for many automakers including General Motors and Tesla. …
Volkswagen presents the new VW Jetta at the Detroit Auto Show 2018 in Detroit, US, 15 January 2018

The 2021 Volkswagen Jetta Simply Offers More Than the Nissan Sentra

The Nissan Sentra and the Volkswagen Jetta have been longstanding entries in the compact car lineup. However, both the Volkswagen Jetta and the Nissan Sentra have had troubles in recent model years. The 2020 Nissan Sentra has had significantly declining sales from the first quarter of 2019 to 2020. Furthermore, the 2021 Volkswagen Jetta has received harsh reviews from some …
Volkswagen Golf GTI seen at the New York International Auto Show

The Volkswagen Golf GTI Will Pep Up Your Boring Commute

Volkswagen introduced the first-generation Golf in May 1974. It was intended to be a sportier, longer range, front-wheel drive (FWD) replacement for the Beetle. The Volkswagen Golf GTI variant was introduced in June 1976 featuring a fuel-injected 1.6-liter engine. Despite its relatively small engine, it had a top speed of around 110 mph—not bad for …
A photo of the 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan outdoors.

How Does the 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan Stack Up Against the Toyota RAV4?

The Toyota RAV4 is easily the most popular crossover in America. Even so, that doesn’t mean it’s the best option for you. The RAV4’s most prominent rivals are the Honda CR-V and the Nissan Rogue. But how does the Volkswagen Tiguan stack up against the RAV4? The 2021 Toyota RAV4 has more performance options than the 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan  …
A white 2021 Tesla Model S Long Range Plus

JD Power Says If You Own An EV You’ll Likely Buy Another

There is a lot of resistance to electric mobility. Maybe this might move the needle a tad. According to the JD Power survey those who have made the switch like their EV enough to buy another. That’s the best endorsement, really. This is also the first time JD Power has conducted an electric vehicle survey.  …
A silver 2021 Volkswagen Jetta parked with the sun in the background

The 2021 Volkswagen Jetta Isn’t Living up to Expectations

The Volkswagen Jetta is the entry-level sedan that sits happily between affordability and luxury. It doesn’t come with the same German prestige as brands like BMW and Audi, but owners have seemed to love previous generations of the cars just the same. Every year it seems that we set high expectations for the vehicle, hoping …

The Volkswagen Golf Is Being Discontinued in the U.S.

The Volkswagen Golf has been a staple among commuter cars in the U.S. for over 40 years, however, its era will soon come to an end as the automaker announced it will be discontinued after the 2021 model year. It’s always sad when we see nameplates leave the market, especially ones that have been around …
A red 2021 Volkswagen Arteon sedan parked in front of mountains on a sunny day

Do the 2021 Volkswagen Arteon’s Updates Signal Trouble?

The Volkswagen Arteon is one of the German automaker’s latest entries in the American market. But this four-door midsize car is already getting a major update. Volkswagen is no stranger to scandals, so this early update might seem to signal trouble. But that’s not necessarily the case with the 2021 Arteon, and here’s why it’s …
Steffan Knapp, director of Volkswagen Passenger Cars India, announces the launch of The 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace

The 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan Is Built for Comfort Not Speed

The Volkswagen Tiguan was introduced in 2007 as the German automaker’s second crossover SUV. The first-generation Tiguan was built on the PQ46 platform. In 2016, Volkswagen released the second-generation Tiguan on its MQB platform. The SUV’s name was picked from a naming contest and is a portmanteau of the German words “tiger” and “iguana.” It …
Second- and third-row seats in a 2021 Volkswagen Atlas SEL Premium 4Motion

Volkswagen Has 2 Affordable Ways to Get a Vehicle With 3 Rows

If you’re in the market for a vehicle with third-row seating, consider two reasonably priced 2021 Volkswagen models. The Tiguan compact crossover and Atlas midsize SUV differ in dimensions, but both offer seating for seven. Let’s take a look at both to see if one is right for you. Volkswagen dominated the list Friends, family, and …