New T-Cross scores five stars in Euro NCAP It can’t get any better: the most recent member of the Volkswagen family has now scored five stars. The new T-Cross performed outstandingly in the renowned Euro NCAP (European New Car Assessment Programme) safety test. Independent testers awarded the new SUV in...
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Euro NCAP News: Seven Earn the Highest Rating in Latest Safety Tests
Euro NCAP News: Seven Earn the Highest Rating in Latest Safety Tests Today, Euro NCAP publishes the safety ratings of seven new vehicles, among which three have made their first appearance this year: Audi’s first fully electric model, the e-tron, Volkswagen T-Roc’s smaller brother the T-Cross and the hybrid Lexus...
Read more SEAT will launch six electric and plug-in hybrid models and develop a new platform in Spain for electric vehicles
SEAT presented its electric strategy today which, until the beginning of 2021, will include six electric and plug-in hybrid models. The electric version of the Mii and el-Born will be the brand’s first two fully electric models, while the new generation Leon and the Tarraco will feature a plug-in hybrid...
Read more Audi Q4 e-tron concept !
It has been roughly a year since the first series production Audi with electric drive made its debut at the same location: The Audi e-tron* was still covered in camouflage wrapping foil at that point. The brand with the four rings is now giving an advance look at a further...
Read more Honda, Mercedes-Benz and SEAT Off-Roaders get Top Marks for Safety
Today, Euro NCAP releases the safety ratings of three large off-roaders: the Honda CR-V, the Mercedes-Benz G-Class and the SEAT Tarraco. All three cars get a maximum five-star rating against Euro NCAP’s tough 2019 requirements. The new SEAT Tarraco shares Volkswagen’s MQB platform with the Škoda Kodiaq, rated as five-stars...
Read more The new Passat GTE – the plug-in hybrid model in the product line
Production record for the debut of the new Passat: the bestseller will pass the 30 million mark this spring. This makes it the most successful mid-size model worldwide. One thing is certain: the 30 millionth Passat will come from the progressively enhanced 8th generation. A major technical update – a...
Read more Polo and Golf are the winners in the “Best Cars 2019”
The trade magazine auto motor und sport chose the winners of its “Best Cars 2019” Reader’s Choice Awards in Stuttgart today. Three models of the Volkswagen brand, the up!, Polo and Golf, were among the winners. The award, one of the top automotive awards of the year, was received by...
Read more An Old VW Golf Can Last (Almost) Forever With The Right Care
An Old VW Golf Can Last (Almost) Forever With The Right Care If you’re looking for a great second-hand car, there are two things that you want to be paying close attention to. Firstly, the actual price of the vehicle compared to its value – a cheap car might seem...
Read more 2017 VW e-Golf Offers improved range and fuel economy
2017 VW e-Golf Offers improved range and fuel economy Volkswagen of America, Inc., is pleased to announce fuel economy figures for the 2017 e-Golf. Compared to its predecessor, the new e-Golf offers an improved EPA-estimated range and fuel economy, as well as more power. For 2017, Volkswagen is using a...
Read more Euro NCAP Marks 20th Anniversary of Life-Saving Crash Tests
Euro NCAP Marks 20th Anniversary of Life-Saving Crash Tests MORE than 78,000 lives (1) have been saved since Euro NCAP’s tough crash safety tests were launched 20 years ago this week. Today, Euro NCAP reveals it has published over 630 safety ratings, crash-tested some 1,800 cars and collectively spent over...
Read more Ford Maverick: Yesteryear Glory
Ford Maverick: Yesteryear Glory It is very hard to find a Ford Maverick running proudly on the streets these days. This car, often referred to as forgotten American muscle, was considered a beast of its own breed when it was being manufactured by the company and proudly owned by families...
Read more The Cars fixed lap records in Nürburgring
The Cars fixed lap records in Nürburgring HYPERSONIC TRACK: The Nürburgring Nordschleife racing track is one of the most daring arenas in the world, and its expanse is 21 kilometers in length. There is also nearly 1,000 feet of elevation change throughout the course. It is a 150,000-capacity auto-racing track...
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