For every icon like the Beetle, there are many more classic vehicles that languish in obscurity. Some nameplates, such as Ariel, Soriano, and even (at one point) Bugatti and Indian, manage to return. Tatra, though, is not one of them—at least not in the US. Which is a shame, because the 1930s Tatra T87 is …

Two popular topics during the global COVID-19 pandemic have been electric cars and the resurgence of the drive-in movie experience. VW says that electric cars are “more inevitable” and Walmart is converting many of its locations into drive-in movie spots. Interestingly, both of these topics go hand-in-hand.  Lockdown means time to learn about electric cars …

Tesla has done a lot to jumpstart the major auto manufacturers’ electrification efforts. The company has shown that electric cars for the masses are a possibility. Other manufacturers have taken notice and strengthened their own efforts to pursue creating more electric cars in their lineups. Volkswagen seems to be falling in line as well. Electric …

The Golf name has adorned quite a few high-performance Volkswagens. And before the R, the fastest Golf was the all-wheel-drive R32. But before the hot hatch received its powertrain, another VW product tested it out first. Which led to one of the rarest, fastest, and priciest Volkswagen Beetles ever: the Beetle RSI. Volkswagen Beetle RSI …

German automaker Volkswagen has been in the business of making some of the world’s most popular vehicles for decades. Its lineup has seen sensible sedans, useful EVs, practical SUVs, sporty hatchbacks, and more. But while Volkswagen may make some of the most affordable and practical vehicles on the road, it’s also responsible for making some …

The Volkswagen Arteon and the Volvo S60 are striking small luxury cars known for their smooth ride quality and attractive car cabins. These models may not be among drivers’ first choices for a luxury car, but the Arteon and S60 are worthy contenders. Which would you rather have? What it’s like to drive the Volkswagen Arteon and the …

While the ID Buzz, aka the electric Microbus, isn’t quite production-ready, it may not be the only iconic vehicle Volkswagen’s rebooting into an EV. 2019 saw the release of the final Volkswagen Beetle. Despite its styling and long history, consumer interest lagged, and VW discontinued it. But now, there’s rumors of a new Volkswagen Beetle—an …

The Tiguan may be one of Volkswagen's most popular vehicles, but some models are truly a nightmare to own. Here are the worst used Volkswagen Tiguan model years with the most problems.

Extreme heat and cold temperatures affect electric car battery life and usage. Volkswagen knows this. So, the company has opened the doors to an extensive charging station for electric vehicles at its Arizona proving grounds. The next generation charging facility will be used to evaluate battery charging and electric performance in extreme heat.  The new …

Fortunately, many of the newest vehicles come with desirable infotainment features. Although, not all infotainment systems are created equal. If high-quality infotainment is on your list of must-haves, you will want to make sure that the vehicle you pick offers a system that’s user friendly. Of course, different smartphone integration options are important too. Here …

I’ve written before about how automotive shops are starting to add electric conversion as a new menu item in addition to oil changes and brake work. The business of converting classic cars, or any car really, from an internal combustion drive vehicle to an electric vehicle, is in its infancy, but it exists. So, this …

Volkswagen violated the emissions standards of the United States by installing cheating devices in its vehicles. That scandal became news five years ago. Since then, Volkswagen has been busy paying a lot of cash toward satisfying various legal settlements associated with their cheating of the Clean Air Act. On Saturday, the Associated Press reported that …

The Volkswagen CC was a sleek-looking version of its Passat stablemate that added a unique sense of style to the brand’s lineup for years and then abruptly disappeared. It was a trailblazer of sorts, in that it belonged in a unique category and stood out from almost anything else on the road. It was eventually …

Sometimes you question why people do certain things, but you’re glad they did them. Such is the case with this 1964 Volkswagen Beetle. While there are still a lot of the 21 million Beetles made still buzzing around, none are like this one. That’s because it has only 23 miles on it. That’s no typo: …

It’s fairly common for automakers to kill off low-selling cars in their lineups, even those with the most popular nameplates. One car discontinuation that still hurts though is Volkswagen’s decision to sunset production on the beloved Volkswagen Beetle. We are still hoping that VW will revive this lovely coupe but for now, our only choice …

The iconic Volkswagen Beetle is such a pleasant ride that many enthusiasts think that you should own one, at least once. Throughout its long history, this classic coupe made a name for itself for being both sporty and fun. But unfortunately, VW  officially stopped producing the Beetle in 2019 so the only option we have …

Almost five years ago, the world woke up to accusations against Volkswagen for cheating diesel emissions regulations. What became known as, Dieselgate, ended up throwing Volkswagen a curveball into their future plans. The company had to instead concentrate on finding a way to satisfy diesel requirements with its cars, and to consider how to pay …

Volkswagen’s Tiguan tends to stand out in a crowd because of its dapper and dynamic style. But once you look beneath the surface, you will find that this  SUV is riddled with potential issues. Because the Tiguan has a checkered history when it comes to reliability, it makes it hard to determine what model year …

When it comes to #vanlife living, few vehicles feature as prominently as the VW camper van, aka ‘the VW Bus.’ Not only is it still popular today, but it also inspired a wave of rivals when it was first introduced. Chevrolet had the Corvair Greenbrier, Mercedes had the Omnibus, and in the UK, there was …

Out of all the iconic cars that have been in the automotive market, the Volkswagen Beetle was one of the most recognized and popular nameplates. And while Volkswagen had great success with its rounded compact coupe for over eight decades, making it a household name and even a beacon of the counter-culture, it’s still rather …