Labor Day Deals From Volkswagen
You won’t have to work hard for a great deal this Labor Day! King Volkswagen has the best prices around and you can get them right here at 979 N Frederick Avenue in Gaithersburg, MD 20879. We’re only a short distance from Gaithersburg, Rockville, Bethesda, and Germantown, MD, and our customer service is well worth the drive. Stop in this weekend for the best selection!
King Volkswagen Monthly Specials
Need a new vehicle for back-to-school? Want to surprise your high school or college grad with a gift they will never forget? A new Volkswagen is the perfect solution and right now we have some very affordable offers for you here at King VW. Jetta, Tiguan, e-Golf, Passat, and your other favorite models are here waiting for you to come in for a test drive. Stop by today before these prices are gone for good!
*2016 Volkswagen Jetta S, $18,820 MSRP. Finance rates upon approval through Volkswagen Credit. Lease $99/mo., 36/mo., 30,000 total miles ($.20 per mile each thereafter) with qualified credit through Volkswagen Credit. $0 due at lease signing. With approved credit and 720+ beacon score. Offer includes all available incentives and rebates. Must present at the time of purchase. Not all will qualify. Plus tax, tags, title, DMV, freight, acquisition and dealer fees. See Dealer for complete details. Offers and availability subject to change without notice. Must take delivery from in-stock. Manual transmission. Stock #16J705. Expires 09/06/2016
New Video Featuring VW BUDD-e Concept
We’ve been mentioning the BUDD-e concept a lot lately. If you haven’t had time to research this unique vehicle for yourself to see how cool it looks, here’s your chance! The video above shows the BUDD-e in all its high-tech glory. Make sure you watch it so you know what the drivers of tomorrow will be driving! Also, make sure you come into King Volkswagen to see all the vehicles we currently have in stock and to take one or two out for a test drive!
Volkswagen Reveals Strategy 2025
According to recent reports, Volkswagen is planning on putting its new “Strategy 2025” into motion. Generally speaking, this plan outlines up to 30 new all-electric or plug-in hybrid models which will be revealed by 2025. Not only is this a move to atone for their recent PR mishap, it’s also a noticeable trend in the auto world.
It was also discovered during Michigan’s CAR Management Briefing Seminars that the 30 potential new vehicles will be built around three different bases or platforms. One of these 30 vehicles will most likely be based on the BUDD-e concept, which we’ve discussed in previous blogs.
Bookmark our blog for all the latest information from Volkswagen!
Ayre, James. “Volkswagen Claims 3 EV Platforms Will Form Basis Of 30 New Models By 2025.” CleanTechnica. CleanTechnica, 10 Aug. 2016. Web. 22 Aug. 2016.
Stay Safe with Volkswagen Driver Alert System
Wake up, sleepyhead! These are not words you want to hear from a passenger when you are behind the wheel of a car. But being tired at the wheel is not a new phenomenon. It’s incredibly dangerous to you, your passengers, other motorists, and pedestrians to drive while you are tired.
That’s where the Volkswagen Driver Alert System comes in. It helps to alert you to unsafe driving maneuvers that typically occur when a driver isn’t focused on the road or when it believes you need a break on a long journey. The system monitors your behavior, how long you’ve been driving, and traffic signals on the road. A visual and audible noise will alert you every 15 minutes until you do take a driving break.
For more information on this potentially lifesaving feature, come into King Volkswagen and we will show you the models that it’s available on.
Volkswagen BUDD-e Concept Wins Award
It wasn’t long ago that the Volkswagen BUDD-e was revealed as the future of VW. There was a wide range of opinions on the look and philosophy of this SUV-minivan-electric car mash-up. Well, it seems that the critics have voiced their opinions in favor of the concept vehicle because they named it the “2016 Concept Truck of the Year” at the recent North American Concept Vehicle of the Year Awards.
The Director of Product Marketing at Volkswagen of America, Dr. Hendrik Muth, commented: “We are thrilled that the BUDD-e has been honored as 2016 Concept Truck of the Year and would like to thank the panel of judges for recognizing Volkswagen’s innovation. We are determined to lead the future of automotive design, and BUDD-e shows the capabilities of our all-new electric vehicle architecture and further advances connectivity and infotainment.”
The BUDD-e also won the “Interior Design of the Year Award” at the recent Automotive Interiors Expo 2016 show.
Ayre, James. “Volkswagen BUDD-e Electric Microbus Concept Wins “2016 Concept Truck Of The Year Award”.” CleanTechnica. CleanTechnica, 05 Aug. 2016. Web. 16 Aug. 2016.
Test Driving Tips
A potential customer comes in for a test drive, we hand them the keys, and they are back in less than 15 minutes. We see it all the time! A test drive shouldn’t just be about driving the car, it is also about making sure it fits your daily needs and lifestyle. With some help from Kelley Blue book, we’ve compiled a list of suggestions you might want to consider the next time you come into King Volkswagen for a test drive.
- Drive it. – No, really. Drive it and take note of how you interact with the car and how it runs. Register the interior noise level of the vehicle when you are on the highway versus city streets. Put the driver’s seat in your ideal position. Check your mirrors and their visibility. Carefully check the brakes to make sure you’d feel confident stopping abruptly if you needed too. If you can’t test drive the car at night, drive somewhere darker (like under a bridge or in a tunnel) to test the headlights, high beams, and fog lights. Bring the car to a parking lot and try parking a few different ways to see how easy or hard it is to maneuver into and out of a space. Drive the car on city streets, neighborhood roads, and the highway as cars handle differently at different speeds.
- Play with the features. – Not every day is going to exhibit the exact conditions of the day you take your test drive so make sure to test the features that aren’t necessarily “in season.” Move the sun visor around to see the coverage you’ll get. Blast the air conditioner and heat fans to see how powerful and loud they are. Turn up the radio to assess the sound quality and to make sure your favorite radio station comes in clear. Adjust the brightness of any interior lights or infotainment screens.
- Test everything. – And we mean everything! Bring one of your favorite coffee mugs and make sure it fits in the cup holders. Pair your phone to the Bluetooth and test out the voice recognition. Bring a friend or family member and have them sit in the front and back to assess the comfort level and seat space. If you have a child, bring their stroller and car seat to make sure they fit in the cargo spaces and the back seats. Bring your phone cords and charging cords and make sure they fit in the snug spaces outlets are located.
Kelley Blue Book. “14 Things You Should Do to Get the Most out of a Test Drive (Paid Content by Kelley Blue Book).” Mashable. Mashable, 08 Aug. 2016. Web. 10 Aug. 2016.
Common Car Smells Demystified
Most drivers aren’t mechanics. So when your car starts emitting a funny smell our first instinct is to bring the vehicle to a shop. In most cases, that’s a great idea, but sometimes an unusual smell is just a way for your car to tell you to ease up on the brakes or give it a good cleaning or airing out. Below are six common smells that will be helpful to add to your basic car knowledge.
Burning Oil – This smell is very distinct and is often accompanied by a thick smoke. A burning oil smell is typically caused when oil drips on part of the exhaust system. Get rid of the leak and the smell should go away.
Musty – A musty odor is caused by water that is collecting inside your vehicle and allowing mold or mildew to grow. Check for damp floor mats or upholstery and let your car air out on the next nice day.
Acrid – The source of an acrid (harsh burning) smell is usually burnt brake material. If you smell this smell make sure that your parking brake is off and be mindful that you aren’t pressing on the brakes and gas at the same time.
Gasoline – If you smell gasoline, and you didn’t just fill up at the gas station, it’s likely that there is a leak in the fuel line or bad fuel pressure. Get your vehicle looked at as soon as possible so you don’t put yourself or anyone else in any danger with this flammable liquid.
Sweet – Unless you just picked up a dozen doughnuts for the office, a sweet smell is not something you usually associate with your car. Check the pavement under your parked car for a puddle of antifreeze as the heater core may be leaking.
Sulfur – Just like burning oil, sulfur is a pretty distinctive smell. If you smell rotten eggs, bring your car in for a checkup as the catalytic converter may need repairing.
If you smell any of these smells or something not covered on the list, bring your vehicle into King Volkswagen and let us take a look!
Laukkonen, Jeremy. “Seven Reasons Your Car Stinks.” About.com Autos. N.p., 30 Sept. 2015. Web. 29 July 2016.
If you are a Volkswagen enthusiast and also a fan of driving convertibles then the 2016 Beetle Convertible is the perfect model to fit both of your loves. We now have this all-new model available right here at King Volkswagen and we invite all of our customers from Gaithersburg, Rockville, Bethesda, and Germantown, MD to stop by and take it out for a test drive. Soon you will also be able to read all about the details of each of the different trim level options through our new Research & Review page. This page will provide you with an in-depth look at the specifications of this vehicle to help you feel more informed about your options. Our sales team will be happy to answer any further questions that you may have.
Volkswagen Class Action Settlement Information
As you may have heard a few months ago, Volkswagen had issues dealing with the emissions of its diesel-powered engines. Volkswagen has been notified of the proposed settlement terms and we want to inform our customers of their options. These settlement terms have not gone through final approval so please be mindful that terms and conditions may change.
If these proposed settlements are approved, Volkswagen has agreed to buy back, terminate leases, or provide approved emissions modifications to models that were affected. They may also be asked to provide cash payments to owners/lessees, pay for remediation for the environment, and promote zero-emissions technology for vehicles in the future.
To see if you or your vehicle qualify for restitution please visit the website below. We thank you for your patience and understanding in this matter and look forward to continuing our relationship with our drivers.
Visit https://www.vwcourtsettlement.com/en/ for more details.
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