If you have a 2019 Jeep Cherokee or 2018 Volkswagen Atlas, you may need to return to the dealership for a repair. A recall has been issued due to airbag defects. Check out if your SUV is at risk of malfunctioning.  Jeep Cherokee and Volkswagen Atlas recall  Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) has issued a recall …

For those in the market for a large three-row SUV, there is plenty to choose from. In fact, there are currently 25 different three-row SUVs on the market today, so choosing the right one for your family can be more daunting than choosing the right wine to go with your dinner. Even more daunting would …

Engine swaps are a common way to boost a car’s performance. And the results are especially dramatic when they’re performed in a small car. Mazda Miatas, classic Mini Coopers, Honda N600s, and even Porsche Caymans have been the subject of engine transplants. But what happens if you do it to an even smaller car? You …

Surprise! The Volkswagen Atlas won the best family SUV of 2020. These results are shocking as competitors such as the Kia Telluride and Hyundai Palisade have won tons of awards and topped other lists. So, how did the 2020 Volkswagen Atlas become the underdog to take home this coveted award?  The Volkswagen Atlas is the …

What is it about these German manufacturers that compel them to cheat on emissions numbers? We’ve seen it from Volkswagen, Mercedes, and Audi; and now Porsche. Volkswagen’s journey into emissions cheating became known as “Dieselgate.” Porsche is under investigation over phony gas-engine emissions numbers. Germany’s motor vehicle authority KBA is investigating Porsche AG over the …

Once upon a time, diesel cars were making some headway in the race for fuel-efficiency supremacy and the Volkswagen Jetta TDI was the poster child for them. Back in 2007, fuel prices rose and automakers were churning out fuel-efficient models in order to capitalize on the public’s need for saving gas. In addition to the …

Building a car that achieves extraordinary fuel economy is no easy task. Cars like the Toyota Prius, Hyundai Ioniq, and the Honda Insight are among the most fuel-efficient cars on the road today and they weren’t designed, engineered, and built all in a week. In fact, cars like those (as well as any car, really) …

To many enthusiasts, ‘R32’ refers to Nissan Skyline GTRs. But it’s also the name of a Volkswagen: the Golf R32. Previewed by the Beetle RSi, the Volkswagen Golf R32 was a step up in performance from the GTI hot hatch. But does that justify spending $62,000 on a used one? 2004 Volkswagen Golf R32: background, …

It’s in our nature to want it all. We want things even though they aren’t easily available to us, and no one can change our minds. That concept applies more than ever to cars. Car lovers hunt for foreign cars like Indiana Jones hunts for old relics. And when those cars are elusive, they want …

What is even more amazing than the oxidation of metal is the swallowing by Mother Nature. It’s both oxidation and consummation. You know, when you see some wasted hulk buried past the axles. That’s Rusty Monday! They’re so far gone you marvel at the idea that this car has been sitting here so long the …

Even among the high-power hot hatches, the Volkswagen Golf GTI is still a segment benchmark. Which makes sense, given that it did establish it in the 80s. And it’s so popular in the US that although we’re not getting the next-gen Golf, the GTI and Golf R are coming here. But is the 2022 Volkswagen …

When you think of Volkswagen, its popular vehicles like the Volkswagen Golf or its iconic Beetle probably come to mind first. But what may surprise you is that VW’s most commonly sold product isn’t one of its popular cars. In fact, it doesn’t have wheels at all. Volkswagen’s in-house best seller  VW’s most commonly sold product is still …

The beloved Volkswagen Beetle. It is a cornerstone of the aftermarket. Even before the gazillion dune buggies of the 1960s, they were being modded and rodded either for looks or performance. Maybe even both. They’re easy to get really crazy with and that means some dive into Freak Show Friday territory. We have nine examples …

The 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan has a lot to offer. However, it is one of the only new SUVs to not offer a hybrid version. What is the reason for this?

One of the most enticing luxury cars of this year would have to be the 2020 Audi A5. The Audi A5 provides an array of powertrains, body styles, and luxe interior features. Because of this, the A5 outshines its corporate cousin, the 2020 Volkswagen Arteon, in many ways. But does the Arteon do anything better than the A5? Driving …

We’ve come to know Volkswagen as the more affordable Audi, but that isn’t the case when it comes to the Arteon. For decades Volkswagen has established itself as a reliable and affordable brand that provides as much as it can within the price range. It’s done this well, but the brand could be making a …

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has long offered campers. One is based on the Volkswagen Caddy. The Caddy camper, called the Beach, has been around enough to necessitate a revision in order to continue to meet the needs of short term travelers. So, beginning in September, along with a totally redesigned new Caddy, a new Volkswagen camper …

It seems like only yesterday that we were all shocked by the Volkswagen “Dieselgate” scandal, but now, five years later, one part of it has finally come to pass. The Federal Trade Commission reported recently that Volkswagen paid out all of the previous “clean diesel” car owners a healthy sum of money in order to …

Many drivers love the Volkswagen Passat for its classic European style and smooth ride quality. The Passat has a high depreciation rate, making it an appealing choice to buy used, but its reliability history is another story. Depending on where you look, you are likely to see that the 2017 Passat is one of the better versions to buy …

The Volkswagen Tiguan is in the most competitive SUV segments. Despite lackluster reviews, the Tiguan will always have one advantage over the competition.