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  • A Volkswagen Golf GTI Edition 50 on the Nurburgring.
    20

    Volkswagen Golf GTI Edition 50 Just Snatched The FWD Nürburgring Record Back From The Civic Type R

    Made to commemorate 50 years of the GTI, the Edition 50 goes beyond just a power bump.

    By Chris Tsui 3 days ago Read More
  • President Donald Trump and Ford CEO Jim Farley
    111

    Ford In Talks With Trump Administration About Getting Into The War Business

    Big bangs and even bigger gas prices.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 11 days ago Read More
  • Cars of german car maker Mercedes stand parked at the automotive terminal on August 11, 2025 in Bremerhaven, Germany.
    81

    Automakers Expect $2.3 Billion In Tariff Refunds Whether Trump Likes It Or Not

    A big payday is coming for automakers. Anyone care to wager on just how much Trump tariff money makes it back to actual consumers?

    By Andy Kalmowitz 12 days ago Read More
  • A front three-quarters shot of a blue ID Polo driving on a road in front of trees
    46

    Volkswagen ID Polo Debuts With A 280-Mile Max Range, But Tamer Looks Than Its Charismatic Competition

    Hopefully some of the ID Polo's features, like its array of physical buttons inside, will make their way to VWs sold in America.

    By Logan K. Carter 13 days ago Read More
  • A red 2021 Volkswagen Jetta GLI on a roadway against a mountainous desert background
    20

    Here's How Much A 2021 VW Jetta GLI Has Depreciated In 5 Years

    Buying a used Volkswagen Jetta GLI could be a great way to get a fun ride for a decent price. If you're curious, here's how much a 2021 GLI has depreciated.

    By Dave Goldberg 14 days ago Read More
  • The manual gear lever of an older car with an E gear slot
    39

    If Your Manual Transmission Has An E, What Does It Stand For?

    While rare in the U.S. today, manuals used to be common and some had unique quirks. Here's what it means if you see an old-school shifter with an E on it.

    By Alvin Reyes 14 days ago Read More
  • A row of BYD cars are displayed in a showroom forecourt
    112

    BYD Is Poised For An Aggressive Entry Into Canada

    Canada's goal of reducing auto dependence on the U.S. will be China's opportunity, and BYD isn't going to waste that chance.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 1 month ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 view of a green Scout Terra pickup concept
    90

    Scout Terra Pickup Reportedly Won't Go Into Production Until March 2030, And The Traveler SUV Is Delayed Until September 2028

    The range-extender Harvester models will launch first, as more than 87% of reservation holders have gone for them instead of the pure EV.

    By Daniel Golson 1 month ago Read More
  • An Audi RS five-cylinder TFSI engine cover with red details.
    16

    Volkswagen's TSI Vs. TFSI Engines: The Main Differences Explained

    Volkswagen uses TSI and TFSI to denote many of its engines. But just how much of a difference comes from those alternate names, if there's any to begin with?

    By Marko Mikulic 1 month ago Read More
  • 2027 Volkswagen Atlas front 3/4 view
    33

    2027 Volkswagen Atlas Is A Feature-Heavy Family Hauler With A GTI Engine

    There's even a hybrid coming, but we'll have to wait for a mid-cycle refresh a few years down the road to get that bad boy.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 1 month ago Read More
  • A front three-quarters shot of the black Passat W8 sedan parked in a room in front of a wall with car photos on it
    24

    W8, What? Someone Is Selling Two Ultra-Rare Volkswagen Passat W8s

    Godspeed to whoever wins either auction, since maintaining these rare machines is a noble pursuit.

    By Logan K. Carter 2 months ago Read More
  • A red 2021 VW ID.4 AWD Pro S with the Gradient Package on the highway
    9

    Here's How Much A 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 Has Depreciated In 5 Years

    The Volkswagen ID.4 was a decent electric SUV when it was launched, but does the depreciation mean used buyers can get themselves a bargain five years on?

    By Alvin Reyes 3 months ago Read More
  • A yellow Volkswagen Golf GTI parked in front of a VW dealership in the snow.
    4

    Here's How Much A 2021 VW Golf GTI Has Depreciated In 5 Years

    The Volkswagen Golf GTI has long been the gold standard for hot hatchbacks, and used versions are popular. But how much will a five-year-old example cost today?

    By Marko Mikulic 3 months ago Read More
  • A front three-quarters of a 2027 Volkswagen Atlas covered in multicolor camo

    Taking A Splash-Colored 2027 Volkswagen Atlas Around A Frozen Lake Was A Blast

    Not many people are sliding their SUV sideways on ice during a typical winter commute, but that doesn't mean it wasn't fun.

    By Ryan Erik King 3 months ago Read More
  • Scout Traveler SUV concept front 3/4
    44

    Scout Motors Delays Production Over Unnamed 'Technical Issues': Report

    Scout also has yet to confirm the delay, telling Der Spiegel, "We currently have no update to our timeline or product plan to share."

    By Collin Woodard 3 months ago Read More
  • A Jetta station wagon with a GarageMaster guitar leaning against it
    10

    Volkswagen Once Gave Buyers Free Guitars That Could Play Through Their Car's Stereo

    Back in 2007, certain Volkswagen models came with a free gift. That gift was a specialized, branded guitar that could hook up to the car's stereo.

    By Shane Schmid 3 months ago Read More
  • A close up rear end image of the 2026 Kia K4.
    18

    These Are The 10 Least Expensive New Cars In America Right Now

    Trying to buy a new car can be an expensive endeavor. That's why it might be better to make a compromise and aim for the least expensive cars in America.

    By Max Larsen 3 months ago Read More
  • Dancing in the rain near a Volkswagen Jetta
    46

    VW's 2026 Super Bowl Ad Is 90's Nostalgia-Driven, For Better Or Worse

    Just like in the decade the ad celebrates, there isn't a cellphone in sight past the 5 second mark.

    By Brad Brownell 3 months ago Read More
  • A white 2020 Volkswagen Golf GTI on an unpaved surface.
    28

    Here's How Much A 2020 VW Golf GTI Has Depreciated In 5 Years

    The 2020 Volkswagen Golf GTI is a fun little car that delivers sporty performance and modern features, but how well does it hold its value over time?

    By Dave Goldberg 4 months ago Read More
  • Front end of a white and orange Volkswagen ID Buzz
    86

    Giving The Volkswagen ID Buzz The 2025 Utility Vehicle Of The Year Award Was A Mistake, NACTOY President Says

    Whether you would consider a NACTOY award when shopping for a new car or not, this does serve as a great reminder that all awards have their limitations.

    By Collin Woodard 4 months ago Read More
  • A German flag mounted on a car roof
    42

    Consider These Pros And Cons Before Buying A German Car

    Audi, Volkswagen, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, and BMW all got their start in Germany. Consider these pros and cons before checking out one of their cars.

    By Charles Krome 4 months ago Read More
  • Front views of Scania, MAN, International, and VW Truck & Bus semis
    2

    The Semi Truck Brands Owned By Traton (And How It Acquired Them)

    Traton owns four different brands that focus around the manufacturing of semi trucks. What are those brands, and how did Traton manage to acquire them?

    By Charles Krome 4 months ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 view of blue and red Dodge Charger Daytona EVs
    30

    The Dodge Charger Daytona EV Outsold The Volkswagen ID Buzz In 2025, But Not By A Lot

    Neither of these vehicles really did particularly well, but least the Charger remains on sale.

    By Daniel Golson 4 months ago Read More
  • Dashboard of the Volkswagen ID Polo
    22

    New ID Polo Rights Volkswagen's Interior Design Wrongs With Lots Of Analog Controls, Interesting Materials And Configurable Retro Graphics

    The new Polo addresses VW's bad infotainment systems, too much of a reliance on touch controls instead of analog ones, and boring designs.

    By Daniel Golson 4 months ago Read More
  • A red VW Golf GTI parked in the middle of a track with trees in the background.
    45

    How Reliable Are Volkswagens? Here's What Consumer Reports Says

    Consumer Reports amasses quite a bit of data about automotive manufacturers and surveys owners about reliability. Here's how Volkswagen currently ranks.

    By Marko Mikulic 5 months ago Read More
  • Rear three quarters shot of a Mahi Green and white ID Buzz parked on the beach with the ocean and a blue sky in th background
    61

    Volkswagen Won't Make Any New ID Buzzes For The U.S. In 2026, But It May Return For 2027

    Volkswagen sold just 4,934 ID Buzzes in the first three quarters of 2025, making up just under 2% of the company's total Q1 to Q3 sales.

    By Logan K. Carter 5 months ago Read More
  • A gray 2025 Chevrolet Suburban Z71 SUV seen from a right front three-quarter view on a dirt mountain trail
    9

    14 SUVs With The Most Spacious Third Rows

    Although they can be big enough to seat plenty of people, some SUVs don't usually have much legroom in the third row. Here are 14 SUVs that do.

    By Michael Sullivan 5 months ago Read More
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