Volkswagen has given a revealing insight into its next-generation powertrain technology, confirming development of a 10-speed DSG, a high-performance diesel engine and a focus on plug-in hybrid and natural gas propulsion systems for its ...
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Automotive components manufacturer Magna International's subsidiary, Magna Exteriors and Interiors (MEI) has established a new manufacturing facility in Meerane, Germany. Located near Volkswagen Sachsen facility in Mosel, the new plant ...
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Performance, Ride & Handling 3.5 Comfort & Interior 4 Quality & Design 4 Value & Features 3.5 Safety 5 Green 3.5 If you're after a luxury-sports wagon that blends space, style and swift performance, then look no further than the ...
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With the federal income tax deadline behind us, many citizens anxiously await a tax return to use for their own stimulus plan. If you're considering spending the funds on a new car, we have a fresh list for you to shop that takes good cars, ...
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You don't have to cram into a compact car to get good gas mileage. In fact, three popular midsized sedans we've recently tested get the same or better mileage than any non-hybrid, non-diesel small car. Despite attractive sticker prices, ...
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With the media days at the New York International Auto Show behind us, the cars team has had time to reflect on the approximately 1,000 vehicles on display. Many new models made impressions, and some were utterly forgettable. To share our ...
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A range of diesel-powered Volkswagen vehicles have benefited from an upgrade to their TDI engines. The Volkswagen Passat sedan, Passat wagon, Passat Alltrack?(pictured top) and CC have all received a new upgraded engine, with more power, ...
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A recall in China of more than 384,000 Volkswagen Group vehicles could cost the German manufacturer over $600 million, according to overseas reports. Industry journal Automotive News Europe reports the 384,181 Volkswagen Group vehicles ...
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Spring is finally here, and deals on new cars are blossoming. In our latest analysis, we're seeing dramatic savings available on sedans ranging up to $4,700 off. For our latest deals list, we looked at sedans because of their broad ...
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German automobile manufacturer Volkswagen is planning to recall 384,181 vehicles in China, due to defective gearbox. According to a General Administration of Quality Supervision of China, the recall affects the vehicles manufactured ...
The U.S. Census Bureau reports that nearly 600,000 Americans have "megacommutes" that have them working more than 50 miles from home or traveling more than 90 minutes each way. As a megacommuter myself, I can relate. Having given this much ...
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Official images of the new Volkswagen Golf wagon have leaked ahead of its unveiling at tomorrow’s Geneva motor show. The images, first seen on enthusiast website CarScoops, give us our first undisguised look at the load-lugging ...
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. There’s been nothing before it, at least in this country, so this $60,000 fast four-door sedan is an unknown quantity. Opel Performance Centre (OPC), based in Russelsheim, Germany, is the sports-engineering division of GM’s ...
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The Skoda Superb is being readied for a mid-life facelift, with the five-year-old large liftback soon to adopt styling cues from the company’s brand new Rapid and Octavia models. As our spy pictures show, the Superb keeps the round ...
Because of European car market downturn, Volkswagen’s German Emden factory will further reduce Passat’s production. The factory will stop production in February 8, 15, 22, and March 1. The Christmas before once be lengthened to ...
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