Autoblog Test Park-Assist Technology
Volkswagen has always been at the forefront of innovation especially when it comes to safety technology. In the video below, Autoblog showcases the park-assist technology in the 2016 Volkswagen Golf GTE. If you’d like to test this technology for yourself come into King Volkswagen.
History Of Volkswagen Beetle TV Ads
Since the Volkswagen Beetle’s initial introduction during WWII, this model has easily grown to become one of the most iconic models in the VW brand’s lineup. During its initial release it was a complete contrast from the typical large front engine, rear-drive sedans that car buyers of that era were used to. Even so, the intriguing appeal of the Beetle’s design, it’s conveniently compact size and higher fuel efficiency quickly gained it an impressive amount of popularity. In the more than seven decades since this vehicle was first introduced its unique quality has kept it as one of the most popular VW models.
In additional to this model’s unique design and capabilities, a big part of what gained this model instant recognition was the incredibly elaborate marketing campaign that the brand released featuring the Beetle. This campaign included a series of television and print advertisements that focused on the look, size, efficiency, and affordability of this all-new model making it truly stand out in the eyes of American car buyers.
Several of these original tv spots were recently featured on the official King Rose Archives YouTube page. This page is dedicated to sharing vintage video footage from through automobile history. Check out the video below to see one of these original advertisements and visit the page to see more!
Retro Review On The 1984 Volkswagen Vanagon
MotorWeek’s Retro Reviews are a fun way to experience older vehicles that may not be around any more. You can see how much technology, performance, and safety features have changed over the years along with how these older vehicles drove and handled. For this episode, the Retro Review is on the now discontinued 1984 Volkswagen Vanagon.
The unique design of the Vanagon is arguably the most noticeable feature about the vehicle. The front seats are situated immediately above the front wheels which gives the Vanagon a small turning radius and also a different driving and handling feel. It’s boxy shape can also make it tricky to drive in a crosswind. With a snubbed nose, the typical under-the-hood elements needed another location. The battery is tucked under the front passenger’s seat while the engine is situated in the rear of the vehicle under the cargo storage area. The Vanagon was similar in size to many of it’s contemporaries and had a starting price of around $12,000. What do you think? Should VW bring back this iconic van?
The 2016 Volkswagen Jetta will soon be getting its own Research & Review page from King Volkswagen. Customers interested in this vehicle who live near Gaithersburg, Rockville, Bethesda, and Germantown, MD are encouraged to schedule a test drive with us while you are waiting for the arrival of the page. The details on this new page will include information on the model such as the engine and transmission options, safety features, and convenience features that you’ll find on each trim level. We will also have the MSRP and MPG available for your convenience. Keep an eye on our blog for updates on the page. 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!
The vehicles in the Volkswagen Golf family have yet again helped to bring the brand’s total monthly sales to an impressive overall total for the month of September. Total sales for the entire brand during last month came to 26,141 units with Year-To-Date (YTD) sales reaching 264,215 units.
“We would like to thank dealers and customers for the support of the Volkswagen brand,” said Mark McNabb, chief operating officer, Volkswagen of America. “Volkswagen will continue to work diligently to regain trust and confidence in our brand.”
Volkswagen September Sales:
- Jetta Sedan sales reached 7,746 units
- Tiguan sales increased by 77.5% with 2,972 units
- Golf R sales reached 462 units
- Golf sales reached 1,193 units
- Golf SportWagen sales reached 1,428 units
- Golf GTI sales increased by 14% with 1,825 units
- e-Golf sales reached 343 units
- Passat sales reached 7,228 units
- Beetle Coupe sales reached 890 units
- Beetle Convertible sales reached 649 units
- Eos sales increased by 64.8% with 365 units
- Touareg sales increased by 77.5% with 2,972 units
Who is Tanner Foust?
We’ve mentioned him before in some of our blog posts about the VW rallycross team but who is the man named Tanner Foust? When it comes to rally racing and commercial advertisements for Volkswagen everyone is talking about Tanner. He started his adult life like his father and his father ‘s father by becoming a pre-med student. He quickly realized that becoming a doctor was not what he truly wanted to do with his life. By choosing to go into rally racing he took the completely opposite path but has never looked back and is extremely happy with his choice. Watch the interview above and get a better idea of who this ambitious young man is.
In one of our previous blogs, we shared with you the first of two new advertisements that the Volkswagen brand has released featuring the App-Connect technology seen in the new 2016 VW lineup. As we mentioned before, the VW line is now the only automotive brand that offers smartphone integration in their vehicles for all three major networks. Therefore, whether you use Apple CarPlay®, Google Android Auto™, or MirrorLink®, your VW can help keep you connected while you drive.
The first of the two advertisements was called “Party” and featured Christopher Mintz-Plasse, Michael Peña, and Adam Scott all driving their VWs using the App-Connect system to discuss a party that Scott was throwing that night. In the second spot, “Sorry” which you can see above. Peña and Scott are riding around together as Peña uses the App-Connect to try and apologize to Scott for hurting his feelings.
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has presented the 2015 Volkswagen Jetta with a Top Safety Pick Plus rating following the model’s impressive performance in their series of crash tests. Overall, this model achieved a good rating in all five of the IIHS’s crash tests including the difficult small overlap test. The remaining four crash tests include roof strength, head restraints, side, and moderate overlap front. Additionally, the model’s available forward collision warning system and its basic rating are what earned it the Pick Plus rating.
In addition to the impressive crashworthiness, the 2015 Volkswagen Jetta comes equipped with standard safety features such as Hydraulic Brake Assist, Automatic Locking Retractors, Passenger Occupant Detection, Electronic Brake-Pressure Distribution, LATCH System, Electronic Stability Control, Engine Braking Assist, Electronic Differential Lock, Immobilizer Theft-Deterrent System, Automatic Locking Retractors, Tire Pressure Monitoring, Child Safety Locks on Rear Doors, Intelligent Crash Response, and Advanced Airbag System.
“Although the car didn’t get a full redesign, the A-pillars and door sills were strengthened for the 2015 model year,” IIHS said in a statement. “As a result, the Jetta’s small overlap rating improved to good, compared with the marginal rating of earlier models.”
If you live near Gaithersburg, Rockville, Bethesda, or Germantown, MD then take a trip over to King Volkswagen to take this VW out for a test drive. We are located at 979 N Frederick Ave in Gaithersburg, MD so head over today!
Volkswagen is the only brand that offers all three major smartphone integration platforms; Apple CarPlay®, Google Android Auto™, and MirrorLink®. But that’s not all they are doing right. The brand also has the advertising help of three well know celebrities; Christopher Mintz-Plasse, Michael Peña, and Adam Scott.
The actors are seen in the first two ads navigating App-Connect with the use of the touchscreen, voice commands, and the steering wheel controls to contact one another and get directions. The results are amusing and helpful. Watch it below for yourself!
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Volkswagen Announces August Sales
At the beginning of this month, Volkswagen of America, Inc (WVoA) reported that the brand had sold 32,332 units during the month of August. Overall, the models that were the brand’s best-sellers all came from the models in the Golf Family.
“We are encouraged by the continued strength of the Golf family and confident that success will continue with the model year 2016 vehicles that are equipped with the MIB II infotainment systems and available class-leading connectivity features,” said Mark McNabb, chief operating officer, Volkswagen of America.
August Sales Totals:
- Tiguan increased by 47 percent with 3,165 units
- Jetta Sedan reached 11,002 units
- Golf increased by 5.6 percent with 1,873 units
- Golf GTI reached 1,907 units
- Golf R reached 436 units
- e-Golf reached 381 units
- Golf Sportwagen reached 2,478 units
- Beetle Coupe reached 1,287 units
- Beetle Convertible reached 840 units
- Passat reached 7.409 units
- Touareg increased 0.6 percent with 690 units
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