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  • 2027 Volkswagen Atlas front 3/4 view
    8

    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 4 hours 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 8 days 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 1 month 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 1 month 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 1 month ago Read More
  • Scout Traveler SUV concept front 3/4
    40

    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 1 month ago Read More
  • A Jetta station wagon with a GarageMaster guitar leaning against it
    9

    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 1 month 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 2 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 2 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 2 months ago Read More
  • Front end of a white and orange Volkswagen ID Buzz
    87

    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 2 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 2 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 3 months ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 view of blue and red Dodge Charger Daytona EVs
    31

    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 3 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 3 months ago Read More
  • A red VW Golf GTI parked in the middle of a track with trees in the background.
    44

    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 3 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
    62

    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 3 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 4 months ago Read More
  • An automatic transmission shift knob with a direct-shift gearbox.
    15

    Direct Shift Gearbox (DSG): What It Is And How It Works

    For those trying to get the efficiency of a manual transmission with the smoothness of an automatic, a Direct Shift Gearbox (DSG) might be the best choice.

    By Rohaan Sakrani 4 months ago Read More
  • A front three quarters shot of Azul, the blue and white 1977 Volkswagen T2 parked on hard wood in front of a screen that says
    16

    Volkswagen Restored Azul, The Blue 1977 Bus That Miraculously Survived The Palisades Fire

    It stands as a tale of hope, passion, and automotive enthusiasm, the kind of story that us car nerds can't get enough of.

    By Logan K. Carter 4 months ago Read More
  • 2003 Volkswagen Passat W8 wagon manual front three-quarter
    0

    This Manual 2003 Passat W8 Wagon Would Be A Perfect Way To Burn Through All That Extra Money You Have Sitting Around

    Who wouldn't trade financial security for the chance to (occasionally) drive a rare, high-mileage VW wagon?

    By Collin Woodard 6 months ago Read More
  • Custom 1970 Volkswagen Beetle Wizard 'Speedster' front three-quarter image
    0

    At $8,995, Is This 1970 VW Beetle Wizard Speedster A Magically-Good Deal?

    More than just a chopped-top bug, this rare Beetle aims to bring some magic to your life (though only on sunny days)

    By Rob Emslie 6 months ago Read More
  • Closeup of a Firestone car cooler attached to a vintage Volkswagen Beetle
    0

    When VW Beetle Owners Turned To Swamp Coolers To Survive The Summer

    Their nickname stemmed from the unhealthy way some owners maintained them, but the "swamp coolers" Volkswagen owners used did the job in summer.

    By Jackson Lambros 6 months ago Read More
  • All classic Bugs, including this 1949 model, have air-cooled engines in the rear
    0

    How The Air Cooled Beetle Used Exhaust Gas To Heat Its Cabin

    The classic Volkswagen Beetle used a surprising method to heat its cabin, but it led to drivers using it incorrectly and thinking it didn't work.

    By Charles Krome 6 months ago Read More
  • The Lamborghini raging bull logo on a sparkling green Lamborghini Urus hood
    0

    Every Company That's Owned Lamborghini, So Far

    From its founding in a spat with Enzo Ferrari to pairs of brothers, a dictator's son, and corporate overlords, Lamborgini's ownership has been a wild ride.

    By Paul Stadden 6 months ago Read More
  • Scout Traveler SUV concept front three-quarter
    0

    Scout Motors Refuses To Back Down On Plans To Cut Dealers Out Of The EV Equation

    At least for now, Scout continuing to stand up to dealers can only be read as a good thing.

    By Collin Woodard 7 months ago Read More
  • 2016 Volkswagen Golf R front three-quarter image
    0

    At $23,999, Is This 2016 VW Golf R The Perfect Adult Toy?

    Does an un-thrashed hot hatch justify a premium price?

    By Rob Emslie 7 months ago Read More
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