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20 Automakers Commit to Making Automatic Emergency Braking Standard by 2022

Posted on March 17, 2016 by Editor Leave a comment

Family car time is about to get even safer. Today the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety announced that 20 automakers, representing more than 99 percent of the U.S. auto market, have committed to making automatic emergency braking a standard feature no later than Sept 1, 2022. Automakers making the commitment are

Safety & Security

Recall Alert: Volkswagen – Takata Airbags in Numerous Models

Posted on February 10, 2016 by Editor Leave a comment

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has notified that it has been informed that certain driver’s side airbags that use non-desiccated SDI and PSDI-5 inflators from Takata, which are also installed in Volkswagen cars, are potentially defective. The recall effects approximately 680,000 Volkswagen vehicles in the United States. Certain 2006-2010 Model Year Volkswagen Passat Sedan and Wagon (German Production)

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Volkswagen Makes Vehicles Compatible with Apple Watch

Posted on August 30, 2015 by Editor Leave a comment

Later this year, drivers will be able to control their Volkswagen with their Apple Watch. The automaker notes that, “Apple Watch wearers can keep an eye on their vehicle from afar, remotely locking and unlocking doors and viewing the status of doors, windows and sunroof (open or closed). Consumers will also be able to find a parked vehicle quickly, with

Infotainment & Comfort

Volkswagen Adds Driver Assistance Options to Entire Model Line

Posted on August 27, 2015 by Editor Leave a comment

Drivers assist features that were previously only available on a premium Touareg SUV are now going to be available across the entire 2016 model line. The Beetle, CC, e-Golf, Golf, Golf GTI, Golf R, Golf SportWagen, and Jetta offer these available features, depending on model and trim line: Forward Collision Warning and Autonomous Emergency Braking (Front Assist) Adaptive Cruise Control

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Recall Alert: Volkswagen – Steering Wheel Clock Spring

Posted on August 15, 2015 by Editor Leave a comment

Volkswagen considers the safety and satisfaction of its consumers and passengers a top priority. As such, Volkswagen of America today notified the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) that it will be issuing a voluntary safety recall affecting the steering wheel clock spring on approximately 420,000 Volkswagen vehicles in the U.S. Certain 2010-2014 Model Year Volkswagen CC Certain 2010-2013 Model

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Volkswagen Vehicles Earn IIHS 2015 TOP SAFETY PICK+

Posted on August 13, 2015 by Editor Leave a comment

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has awarded the 2016 Volkswagen Golf 4-door, Golf SportWagen, Golf GTI 4-door, and Jetta models the rating of 2015 TOP SAFETY PICK+, when equipped with the optional Forward Collision Warning and Autonomous Emergency Braking system. Additional passive and active safety systems include Automatic Post-Collision Braking System as standard the following optional features: Adaptive Cruise Control Forward Collision Warning and

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Volkswagen Ups Jetta’s Power with New Turbocharged Engine

Posted on August 5, 2015 by Editor Leave a comment

Volkswagen has introduced a new, more powerful engine into the Jetta lineup, giving drivers more get up and go on the roads. The EA211 four-cylinder turbocharged and direct-injection TSI® engine into the Jetta range replaces the previous naturally aspirated 2.0-liter engine that was used in the S model and the 1.8T TSI engine in the SE model. The 1.4-liter gasoline engine features

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Connectivity Upgrades Coming to Most 2016 Volkswagens

Posted on August 1, 2015 by Editor Leave a comment

Volkswagen will introduce its all-new MIB II infotainment system to buyers when it’s 2016 vehicles begin arriving in showrooms this quarter. The next-generation system’s features are divided into “three key areas” according to the automaker: Security & Service – connected car services and advanced telematics Guide & Inform – enhances the navigation and advanced infotainment systems App-Connect – seamless smartphone

Infotainment & Comfort

<3% of IIHS-Tested LATCH Hardware Earns "Good" Rating

Posted on June 24, 2015 by Editor Leave a comment

Less than three percent! Three! Before we get high on our “the American people deserve better” horse, let’s break down the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety‘s (IIHS) evaluation and rating process. LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) is a system designed to make it easier to install a child seat properly. Studies have shown that child restraints installed with LATCH, rather than

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Volkswagen Listens to Consumers, Introduces Golf SportWagen Alltrack

Posted on April 12, 2015 by Editor Leave a comment

With their all-new 2016 Golf SportWagen currently available at dealerships, Volkswagen has announced that the all-wheel-drive Golf SportWagen Alltrack will be available alongside the other model later this year as a 2017 model. “We have heard from dealers and customers that they want to see a Golf SportWagen with the all-terrain capability that comes from all-wheel drive,” said Michael Horn, President and CEO