The official VFACTS figures for Australian new vehicle registrations for August 2012 are out, and it’s the Toyota HiLux that stands out as the clear favourite once again. In the popular battles, the Toyota 86 (review here) was unable to overtake the Hyundai Veloster in the fierce Sports Car under […]
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2013 Volkswagen Golf Mk7 officially unveiled
Volkswagen has finally unveiled the all-new 2013 Volkswagen Golf Mk7 at a special event in Berlin. The new model is larger than the outgoing version, and showcases an abundance of new technologies and features. It also comes with fresh styling inside and out. As we’ve already learned, the 2013 Volkswagen […]
2013 Volkswagen Golf Mk7 – first images?
Images purporting to be of the 2013 Volkswagen Golf Mk7 have been leaked online, less than 24 hours before the new model will be officially revealed. Three images have surfaced online, including one showing the rear end of the new Golf Mk7, and two of the interior. The exterior shot […]
2013 Volkswagen Passat lineup now with sat-nav as standard
Volkswagen has announced equipment updates for the model year 2013 Volkswagen Passat range, including introducing satellite navigation on all variants. From the base model Passat 118TSI up to the range-topping V6 FSI, all Passat models come with satellite navigation (RNS510) as standard. This includes a high-resolution touch-screen display with 2D […]
Video: 2013 Volkswagen Golf Mk7 details confirmed in first presentation
The ‘first presentation’ video of the new 2013 Volkswagen Golf Mk7 has been revealed online. Various details are confirmed in the video, including a 100kg weight reduction, and cylinder-deactivation technology helping to improve economy by up to 23 per cent over the current model. As previously reported, the new Mk7 […]
2013 Volkswagen Golf Mk7 to shed 100kg, unveil September 4
Some more details are starting to come through of the next-generation 2013 Volkswagen Golf Mk7. As we already know, the new model will be built on Volkswagen Group’s new MQB platform, which also underpins the new Audi A3. We’ve now learned the new model will be larger and lighter in […]
Volkswagen thinking of buying Proton; Lotus – report
Volkswagen Group really is an automotive giant. It currently owns nine passenger vehicle brands, including 19.99 per cent of Suzuki. Volkswagen is now apparently thinking of taking over Proton, and Proton-owned sports car brand, Lotus. According to a recent Reuters report, in contact with credible sources, Volkswagen is looking to […]
Volkswagen to finalise purchase of Porsche on August 1
Volkswagen and Porsche have finalised plans which will see Volkswagen AG purchasing the remaining 50.1 per cent of Porsche SE on August 1. The German giant will buy Porsche for $5.44 billion. Porsche originally planned to purchase Volkswagen a few years ago, however, after borrowing a tonne of money and […]