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Not all bright and rosy? Some Volkswagen diesel engines reportedly experiencing fuel pump failures

There’s been a reoccurring diesel theme around here lately, with the engines clearly gaining traction in North America. But it seems that things might not be quite as bright and rosy as I thought. A number of Volkswagen and Audi TDI owners … Continue reading

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Volkswagen and Audi recall over 168,000 TDI models

Volkswagen and Audi are both recalling 168,275 TDI models due to the possibility of a fuel leak in the engine bay.

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US-spec Volkswagen Golf R priced from $33,990 plus destination

Volkswagen has finally released pricing for the US-spec Golf R, nearly a year after we found out the car would be coming to these shores. The range-topping Golf will set you back a rather pricey $33,990, excluding destination.

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Volkswagen Golf R to be sold in the US from 2012

Volkswagen has announced that the Golf R will be sold in the US from 2012.

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Porsche chosen over Audi to develop sports cars and luxury sedans for VW Group

After a long internal struggle, Porsche has been chosen over Audi to oversee development of sports cars and luxury sedans for the Volkswagen Group.

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Car of the Year: Winner

Yes, this is the big one. The best car of the year. This must excel in everything. It should be able to satisfy the little child in you, while taking you shopping and your children to school safely and comfortably. … Continue reading

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North American Car and Truck of the Year finalists released

The jury for the North American Car and Truck of the Year have announced their finalists for 2010.

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Car of the Year Nominees: Part 4

This is the most important part of the nominees list. This where the the Car of the Year nominees are listed. It’s not the longest list of nominees, but choosing should be hard, as all the contenders are quite good … Continue reading

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Car of the Week – Volkswagen Golf GTI

This week, although a bit late, we have one of those great originals in the Car of the Week section – the VW Golf GTI. This is a car that revolutionised the world of hatchbacks, the very first hot-hatch. The … Continue reading

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VW Jetta Name Confirmed for Small Sedan

It seems like VW will be using the Jetta name for a new compact sedan built in Mexico. Unlike the last Jetta, this one apparently won’t be a Golf with a trunk glued to its bottom but a bespoke car. … Continue reading

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