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Volkswagen Announces “Auto-Pilot”, Drivers Truly “Hands Free”

Volkswagen Announces “Auto-Pilot”, Drivers Truly “Hands Free”

Today Volkswagen announced that future VW models might just contain their new Temporary Auto Pilot (TAP) technology. TAP is a combination of Cruise Control and Lane Assist using an array of technology including laser, camera, radar, and ultrasonic sensors to keep distance from other vehicles, slow the car down before a turn in the road, [...]

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Hot Hatches: ’10 Speed3 vs. GTI vs. C30

We love a good fast hatchback. These little cars set out to be all things to all people, with speed and genuine usable space. The VW GTI started the trend in the seventies, and nearly every brand has tried one since. For years Europe has loved them, and finally the U.S. market is starting to [...]

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All-New 2011 Volkswagen Jetta Revealed

Ok, let’s cut to the chase… When did Volkswagen hire Toyota designers? The 4th generation (MK4) Jetta (1999-2004) was a smashing success that redefined the Volkswagen brand worldwide. However, the succeeding iterations of the model are becoming rather bland. The MK4 Jetta was such a huge hit because the car looked trendy and so much [...]

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VW Shows Some Love for the Diesel Community

Volkswagen has a long standing tradition of standing behind their diesel (TDI) products. Whether it is racing a TDI Touareg up Pikes Peak, or promoting the use of Biodiesel, VW has quite a loyalty to their TDI drivers. They recently just launched a factory blog to help promote the benefits of clean diesel, and to [...]

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