Safe Winter Driving Tips
As the colder weather sets in, it is important that you take into consideration your driving style. When the roads are covered in slick ice and snow, it’s recommended to drive at a safe distance from other vehicles, travel only when you have to and always keep your lights on at all times. Below we’ve provided some tips that can make winter weather driving less stressful for you.
- Avoid Hills: It’s common that hills ice over fast so they should be avoided whenever possible until work crews are able to clear them of snow and slush and put down salt.
- Plan Ahead: In winter weather your vehicle won’t respond in the same way it does when you’re driving on dry roads. Start braking earlier, activate your turn signal early to give other drivers time to adjust and try not to alter your direction or speed suddenly.
- Slow Down: This tip seems like it would be common sense, but many drivers forget this one fact. Even if you’re comfortable with your vehicle in the snow, and you’re driving on what seems to be a clear highway, it’s nearly impossible to tell the difference between black ice and just wet roads.
Following these three simple tips will keep you, your passengers and all motorists around you much safer throughout the winter. If you have any questions or concerns about how your vehicle will handle the winter, come into King Volkswagen. We will be happy to help!
Youngs, Jeff. “Three Best Tips for Driving in Ice and Snow.” Http://www.jdpower.com/cars/articles/tips-advice/three-best-tips-driving-ice-and-snow. J.D. Power, 12 Dec. 2013. Web. 8 Dec. 2015.
Volkswagen Announces November Sales
As Volkswagen heads into the last month of the year they have announced that their total sales for November came to 23,882 units and their year-to-date sales currently stand at 318,484 units. Overall, the vehicle in the Golf family which sold a combined total of 4,110 units in November rising 2.9 percent from November 2014.
“Volkswagen is working tirelessly on an approved remedy for the affected TDI vehicles. During this time we would like to thank our dealers and customers for their continued patience and loyalty,” said Mark McNabb, chief operating officer, Volkswagen of America.
- Sales of the Golf SportWagen reached 628 units
- Sales of the Golf GTI increased 13.8 percent with 1,963 units
- Sales of the e-Golf increased 296.6 percent with 472 units
- Sales of the Golf R reached 273 units
- Sales of the Golf reached 774 units
- Sales of the Jetta Sedan reached 11,021 units
- Sales of the Beetle Convertible reached 440 units
- Sales of the Beetle Coupe reached 571 units
- Sales of the Touareg reached 397 units
- Sales of the Tiguan increased 87.7 percent with 3,907 units
- Sales of the Passat reached 2,759 units
Ginivan, Jeannine. “VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA REPORTS NOVEMBER SALES.” VW US Media Newsroom. N.p., 1 Dec. 2015. Web. <http%3A%2F%2Fmedia.vw.com%2Frelease%2F1113%2F>.
When the new year begins Volkswagen Group of America, Inc., will have a new President and CEO of VW Credit, Inc. (VCI). This position will be filled by Horst Meima, a team member who has been with the company for more than 20 years. As part of his new position, Meima will be serving as Chairman of the Board for VW Credit Canada, Inc. and be responsible for everything concerning VW Credit, Inc.
In the more than two decades that he has been with the company he has held several prestigious positions including President and CEO of VW Credit Canada, Inc., Vice President of Sales and Marketing, President and CEO of former Volkswagen Bank USA, and his current position as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of VCI.
Ginivan, Jeannine. “HORST MEIMA NAMED PRESIDENT AND CEO OF VW CREDIT, INC.” VW US Media Newsroom. N.p., 30 Nov. 2015. Web. <http%3A%2F%2Fmedia.vw.com%2Frelease%2F1112%2F>.
Dr. Michael Sterner Joins Volkswagen Group
The new Compliance Commissioner of the Volkswagen Group is Dr. Michael Steiner as of November 16, 2015. In this position, Steiner will be responsible for handling global communications with regulatory and compliance authorities in regards to any and all vehicle regulatory matters. He will be reporting directly to the CEO of Volkswagen Aktiengesellschaft, Matthias Müller.
Prior to his new position, Steiner had worked at Porsche since 2002, holding positions that included Head of Innovation Concepts, and most recently, Head of Vehicle Development/Quality. While with the company, he played a large role in launching the highly successful Panamera series.
Ginivan, Jeannine. “DR. MICHAEL STEINER BECOMES GROUP COMPLIANCE COMMISSIONER.” US Media Newsroom. Volkswagen, 18 Nov. 2015. Web. 2015. <http%3A%2F%2Fmedia.vw.com%2Frelease%2F1110%2F>.
Happy Thanksgiving!
Happy Thanksgiving from the entire team here at King Volkswagen to everyone from Gaithersburg, Rockville, Bethesda, and Germantown, MD. We are sure that your holiday will be one to remember as you enjoy your day eating some fantastic food surrounded by friends and family. We also hope to see you here this weekend for our Black Friday sales event!
Volkswagen Announces New 2016 Beetle Dune
Back in the 60s Volkswagen Beetle fans and off-road enthusiasts alike were given a treat when Volkswagen released the Baja Bug, a vehicle that seamlessly combined both passions. This model came equipped with off-road tires that lifted the body of the Beetle higher, allowing owners to take it through dirt, sand, rocks, and more. This rugged modification allowed this model to travel to places that really were off the beaten path.
Now, the brand has decided to offer a bit of nostalgia with the release of the 2016 Beetle Dune. This model is expected to be released sometime next year and will be equipped with a body that is 0.4 inches higher and 0.6 inches wider than typical Beetle models. Additional features that are included on the 2016 Beetle Dune are a metallic golden paint scheme, 18” “Canyon” aluminum alloy wheels, black wheel arch extensions, a new fascia, a large rear spoiler and a rear diffuser. This model gets its power by a 1.8-liter gasoline four-cylinder engine and six-speed automatic transmission.
While this model will be eye-catching and fun to drive, the off-roading capabilities will be in look only, you will not be able to actually tackle any rocky terrain with this vehicle. Regardless, you will still love the way you look and feel when you head off down the street in this vehicle.
Source: http://mashable.com/2015/11/17/2016-volkswagen-beetle-dune/#KeY9y7vzukqD
A new Research & Review page providing information on the 2016 Volkswagen Touareg will soon be available on the King Volkswagen website. You will want to check this page out once it arrives if you live near Gaithersburg, Rockville, Bethesda, or Germantown, MD and are interested in learning more about all that this model has to offer. This page will be your go-to place to find all of the important facts of this model such as engine and transmission, EPA estimate, trim levels, safety, starting MSRP and much more.
Volkswagen Wins the 2015 Red Bull Global Rallycross
We knew a win for Volkswagen was practically a given for the 2015 Red Bull Global Rallycross, but we weren’t sure who was going to cross the finish line first. Well, the results are in and Scott Speed is the official winner!
“I’m at a loss for words when it comes to describing how it feels to win the championship this season,” said Speed, soon after crossing the finish line in Vegas. “The whole Volkswagen Andretti Rallycross team has worked so hard for this result; I’m incredibly proud of this team and am so happy to have been able to bring home the top spot for them.”
Fellow teammate Tanner Foust congratulated his teammate and celebrated the fifth victory for the Volkswagen Andretti Rallycross team. This is only the second year of competition for the team and yet they grabbed the most wins out of any team.
“This was a challenging season, but a hard-earned one that the VARX team is extremely proud of,” said Clark Campbell, General Manager Experiential Marketing Volkswagen of America, Inc. “The Beetle GRC cars, with Scott and Tanner behind their wheels, have proven themselves a champion, and a fan-favorite. I would also like to thank the organization behind the Red Bull Global Rallycross Championship. It is not an easy task to stage these events, but the increased viewership and media attention demonstrate that GRC is a series to be taken seriously, and one we are proud to be a part of.”
The Research & Review page from King Volkswagen on the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta is now available! Drivers interested in this vehicle who live near Gaithersburg, Rockville, Bethesda, and Germantown, MD are encouraged to read up on this model and its various trims before coming on for a test drive.
This vehicle has been researched for your convenience and so that you can make a more informed decision. Some of the highlights of this page include valuable information like the engine availability, safety features, and convenience features.
There are four engine options and many transmission options that can get you up to 48 MPG! To keep you and your passengers safe, the Jetta has features like Brake Override System, Crash-Optimized Pedal Controls, Anti-Theft Alarm System with Immobilizer Theft-Deterrent System, Intelligent Crash Response System, and Tire Pressure Monitoring System. And as for convenience some of the standard and available features include Daytime Running Lights, Volkswagen Car-Net® App-Connect™, Push-Button Start, Eight-Way Manually Adjustable Drivers Seat, 17” Alloy Wheels, Interior Ambient Lighting, and Fender® Premium Audio System.
If you just can’t wait to get behind the wheel of the new Jetta come into 979 N Frederick Ave in Gaithersburg, MD 20879 for your test drive today!
After four consecutive wins and double podium finishes, Volkswagen Andretti Rallycross (VARX) teammates Scott Speed and Tanner Foust are shoe-ins for the 2015 driver’s championship. This doesn’t mean that the team will take it easy on competitors as they are still vying for the manufacturer’s title and the pride of winning.
“I’m super excited for the Vegas finale,” said Speed. “Halfway through the season, I would have never imagined that we would be in contention for the championship—let alone with such a big lead going into the final race. The team has worked so hard to put us in a position to win and I can’t wait for all of us to celebrate the effort and the hours we’ve put in this year.”
“It’s a bit surreal heading into the last race, knowing that with such a tough start to the season we have already wrapped up the championship for the Volkswagen Andretti Rallycross team,” said Foust. “Obviously, I’ll be fighting to put the Rockstar Energy Drink Volkswagen Beetle GRC on top, just like every weekend, but this trip to Vegas will be a great party no matter what happens!”
The race took place on the 3rd and 4th of November, but MBCSN will broadcast the race on Sunday, November 8, at 6:30 pm.
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