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Volkswagen Golf R 20th Anniversary: 500 units for Canada
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Volkswagen Golf R 20th Anniversary: 500 units for Canada

The Volkswagen Golf R is undoubtedly one of the most interesting compact sports cars currently available on the market. It's a car that can be compared to prestige models on several levels and it's significantly more affordable. In short, it's easy to understand why so many people choose it every year. The German manufacturer has decided to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Golf R in Canada...

Volkswagen Jetta GLI: Test Drive of the Week
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Volkswagen Jetta GLI: Test Drive of the Week

Do small sedans still have a place in the market? That's a question I can definitely answer now that I've spent a week behind the wheel of the 2023 Volkswagen Jetta GLI. Firstly, for those who are not familiar with this version, it's not exactly a Jetta in the style of the Golf GTI, although it's very close to reality. The technical specifications of the two cars are similar, but there are some...

Volkswagen plans to build its largest factory to date in Canada.
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Volkswagen plans to build its largest factory to date in Canada.

While the United States remains the primary manufacturer of new vehicles in North America, Canada is also a preferred market for automakers due to its prolific mining industry and skilled workforce. Volkswagen recently announced its collaboration with PowerCo SE and various levels of the Canadian government to build its largest factory to date in the country. The new Volkswagen plant will be...

Volkswagen ID.7 2025: a new electric sedan
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Volkswagen ID.7 2025: a new electric sedan

After the ID.4 and the ID Buzz, the Volkswagen ID.7 will be the next model to join the family of electric vehicles at Volkswagen. This time, it is a fairly luxurious sedan that is very spacious for its size. The German automaker has placed a lot of emphasis on its design and technologies. In short, the ID.7 promises to be quite impressive. The new German sedan was designed using the MEB...

Volkswagen Golf GTI 40th anniversary: 500 units for Canada
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Volkswagen Golf GTI 40th anniversary: 500 units for Canada

The Volkswagen Golf GTI is celebrating its 40th birthday this year. The German manufacturer has created a special edition to mark the occasion and it is now arriving in dealerships. However, if you are interested in the car, it is recommended that you act quickly, as production is limited to 500 units for Canada. The Volkswagen Golf GTI is a very popular car in the country and this is evidenced...

1951 Volkswagen Deluxe 15-Window Wins Special Transporter Class at the Amelia Concours d'Elegance
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1951 Volkswagen Deluxe 15-Window Wins Special Transporter Class at the Amelia Concours d'Elegance

There are thousands of car shows happening across North America each year. If most events are organized for the locals, a few cars show became so massive they attracted car manufacturers and collectors worldwide. The Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance is one of the most prestigious classic car events in this part of the sphere. Although it isn't among the most significant car shows, the Amelia...

2024 Volkswagen Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport: What's new?
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2024 Volkswagen Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport: What's new?

The Volkswagen Atlas and its sportier-looking version, the Atlas Cross Sport, are undergoing a significant update for 2024, a first since the model was introduced in 2017. Both SUVs get a new and more modern look. The interior received a drastic transformation as well. Finally, the big German SUV duo ditched the V6 only to offer the turbocharged four-cylinder. A Perfect Facelift Let's talk...

2023 Volkswagen Jetta GLI: Fast and Strong
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2023 Volkswagen Jetta GLI: Fast and Strong

GLI, those three letters might not mean a lot, but the truth is it makes all the difference in the world for the Volkswagen Jetta. The Jetta GLI isn't just a sportier version of our beloved German sedan, it is a whole different car, or it feels like it, at least. It is one of the few cars I truly enjoyed driving in the last few years, which is why you should consider it. The 2023 Volkswagen...