Press Releases
2009 Releases
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23 December 2008
Web site for the film 'Truth in 24' earns a Creative Website Award
Creative Website Awards, a showcase for the world's leading-edge online destinations, selected Truthin24.com as one of the best sites for December...
19 December 2008
Audi A4 lineup expands with new FrontTrak and manual models
Audi announced an expansion of its 2009 A4 lineup with two new models, one featuring front-wheel drive and one featuring a six-speed manual transmission...
19 December 2008
Audi sets prices on the new and upgraded A6 / S6 lineup for MY 2009
Audi of America today released pricing for the updated 2009 model-year Audi A6 sedan, A6 Avant and S6 sedan, which are scheduled to arrive in U.S. dealerships by the beginning of January...
19 December 2008
Volkswagen launches "60 years of value" anniversary campaign
We've seen a lot together and we've great plans for the future. This is Volkswagen's claim for a double jubilee next year: the 60th anniversary of the Federal Republic of Germany...
18 December 2008
Audi Crowned Year's Most Improved Brand
The trade magazine "Automobilwoche" has honored Audi as the year's most improved brand; at the same time, the DEKRA testing company has rated the Audi A6...
17 December 2008
Volkswagen Group of America Announces Start of Construction for Paint Shop
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. announced today that construction is set to begin on the paint facility for its Chattanooga plant. The company also announced that Walbridge...
12 December 2008
Four Audi Models Earn 2009 Consumer Guide® Automotive Praise
Four 2009 Audi models merited spots on the new Consumer Guide Automotive list of the top vehicles for car shoppers to consider...
12 December 2008
Volkswagen Group delivers 5.73 million vehicles from January to November
The Volkswagen Group delivered 5.73 million vehicles (+1,0 percent) worldwide in the first eleven months of this year.* The Group therefore ranks among the few automakers this year...
10 December 2008
Audi Q5 Voted Best Off-roader
The "TOPautos 2009" have been selected by more than 150 renowned independent motor journalists from Germany, Austria and Switzerland. The new Audi Q5 ranks as top off-roader...
10 December 2008
Audi to Advertise During Super Bowl XLIII Broadcast
After tremendous consumer and critical reaction to its "The Godfather"-inspired ad in Super Bowl XLII, Audi of America today announced it has purchased a 60-second slot...
10 December 2008
When Less is More: The Storied Success of Audi's 2.0 TFSI I-4 Engine
When leading trade publisher Ward's Automotive Group recently set out to recognize the world's 10 best automotive engines for 2009, one turbocharged four cylinder stood out...
08 December 2008
AUDI AG: Stable worldwide sales in November
Audi delivered some 75,950 vehicles to customers worldwide in November. The premium brand's sales figures were thus slightly higher than the same month last year...
08 December 2008
The Audi R8 5.2 FSI quattro: Breathtaking Performance
Audi is launching the next variant of its top-of-the-line model. With the R8, the brand has established itself at the forefront of high-end sports cars from the very start...
08 December 2008
Volkswagen Group of America Names Head of Supplier Diversity
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. announced today that it has named Keith Eakins Jr. the new supplier diversity manager. Eakins is based at the company's new production facility...
08 December 2008
Volkswagen Group of America Selects Suppliers for New Volkswagen Vehicle
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. announced today that the Dräxlmaier Group and EMCON Technologies have been selected to produce...
04 December 2008
Volkswagen presents Touareg Stanley to the largest technology museum in the world
The Volkswagen Touareg Stanley has ended a tour of the most important technology museums in the world which has lasted more than two years...
02 December 2008
Volkswagen Reports November 2008 Sales
Volkswagen of America, Inc. today announced November 2008 sales of 14,295 units, a 19.2 percent decrease over the November 2007 sales of 17,689 vehicles...
02 December 2008
Audi Reports November Sales
Audi of America, Inc. announced today that its record-setting sales pace continues. The company is tracking at 85,004 vehicles sold in 2007, which is 8.7% above last year...
02 December 2008
The Audi A5 / S5 Cabriolet - the Joy of Open-Top Driving
The A5 product line is now expanded to include Cabriolet models with three powerful and fuel-efficient powertrains (2.0 TFSI 4 cylinder, 3.2 FSI V6, 3.0 TFSI V6 with supercharged technology)...
02 December 2008
New 2010 Audi A5 and S5 Cabriolet - Quick Reference: USA Data
Audi today announced that the inauguration of the first phase of the 're:design Simpson Park' project will occur during Design Miami/ 2008 on December 3rd at 9.30 am...
02 December 2008
Audi Partners with Design Miami/ and Art Basel Miami Beach as 'Exclusive Automotive Sponsor'
For the third year, Audi continues to be the Exclusive Automotive Sponsor of Design Miami/, the pre-eminent fair for limited-edition design. Audi joined the fair in 2006...
01 December 2008
Audi Grows Commitment to the Environment with 're:design Simpson Park' Project
Audi today announced that the inauguration of the first phase of the 're:design Simpson Park' project will occur during Design Miami/ 2008 on December 3rd at 9.30 am...
28 November 2008
Audi Motorsport Based on Three Pillars in the Future
In future, the AUDI AG motorsport programme will be based on three pillars: During the 2009 season, the brand with the four rings will compete once again...
26 November 2008
Volkswagen Group of America Leases Space at 605 Chestnut Street
Volkswagen Group of America announced today that it has signed a lease for approximately 30,000 square feet of office space at Chestnut Tower in downtown Chattanooga...
26 November 2008
Four Audi Models Earn Top Safety Marks in 2009 Awards from IIHS
Audi's reputation as a leader in automotive safety gained added validation with four of its best-selling models claiming Insurance Institute for Highway Safety Top Safety Pick awards for 2009...
26 November 2008
Audi A5 Selected by Automobile Magazine as 2009 Design of the Year
Audi accepted Automobile magazine's 2009 Design of the Year Award for the Audi A5, solidifying its position at the leading edge of automotive styling...
22 November 2008
Volkswagen-Red Bull Touareg TDI Trophy Truck Claims 13th Position for Trophy Truck Class in its Inaugural Baja 1000
After more than 1,000 kilometers (634 miles) through some of the toughest terrain imaginable, Volkswagen's newly developed...
21 November 2008
Collezione Automobili Lamborghini available now in new online store
The Collezione Automobili Lamborghini offers more than exclusive fashions and accessories – in every piece of this distinctive collection is the spirit...
21 November 2008
Volkswagen Supervisory Board agrees to optimize the working procedure of its "Shareholder Business Relationships Committee" and its "Committee for Special Business Relationships"
The two largest shareholders of Volkswagen AG, Porsche SE and the State of Lower Saxony, together with the labor representatives unanimously agreed...
20 November 2008
Volkswagen's 2009 Jetta TDI Clean Diesel Awarded Green Car of the Year
The 2009 Jetta TDI clean diesel has been awarded the 2009 Green Car of the Year by Green Car Journal. The editors at Green Car Journal nominated five vehicles...
20 November 2008
Inaugural Season Documentary of the Jetta TDI Cup to Air on Speed Channel This Weekend
Relive the excitement of the inaugural season of the Jetta TDI Cup, as 30 young, ambitious drivers compete in clean diesel Volkswagen Jettas for a chance to win $100,000...
20 November 2008
Volkswagen AG Board of Management Pushes Forward with "Strategy 2018" Project for the Future
The Volkswagen Group's focus on becoming an economic and environmental leader in the global automotive industry remains the central element of the Group Strategy 2018...
20 November 2008
Volkswagen Group Announces Healthcare Contract with Erlanger
Volkswagen Group of America announced today that Chattanooga-based Erlanger Health System will provide onsite medical coverage throughout the construction phase...
20 November 2008
Audi Sales Satisfaction Growth Outpaces Industry, J.D. Power notes
Audi's consumer sales satisfaction ranking improved by an industry-leading six positions in 2008, according to data released by J.D. Power and Associates...
19 November 2008
Volkswagen Showcases Variety of Diesel Technology at 2008 L.A. Auto Show
Volkswagen showcased the breadth of their diesel powered technology during a news conference today at the 2008 L.A. Auto Show...
19 November 2008
To the Point: Los Angeles Auto Show 2008
Volkswagen is presenting an innovative lineup of extremely economical and low-emissions drive technologies at the Los Angeles Auto Show...
19 November 2008
Automobili Lamborghini Debuts Gallardo LP 560-4 Spyder at the Los Angeles Auto Show
Automobili Lamborghini, creator of the world's most exclusive super sport cars, today held the worldwide debut of the Lamborghini Gallardo LP 560—4 Spyder...
19 November 2008
Customer Magazine as Lifestyle Publication - New Edition of the Audi Magazine
Audi is blazing new trails in corporate publishing: the first issue of the new Audi Magazine appeared on November 14. The Ingolstadt-based company is engaging top-flight teams...
19 November 2008
Johan de Nysschen's Remarks – 2008 LA Auto Show
Turbo Direct Injection … TDI …it was invented by Audi and it is the cleanest, most efficient diesel in the world. Audi’s first TDI clean diesel offering will arrive...
19 November 2008
Audi Q7 quattro, A5 Earn Best Resale Value Awards from Kelley Blue Book's kbb.com
The Audi Q7 quattro and the Audi A5 coupe won Kelley Blue Book's prestigious 2009 Best Resale Value Awards for the luxury SUV and the luxury car categories respectively...
18 November 2008
Volkswagen Releases 2009 Jetta TDI Cup Schedule
Following a highly successful 2008 season, Volkswagen of America, Inc. and SCCA Pro Racing have announced nine of the ten rounds that will compose the 2009 Volkswagen Jetta TDI Cup...
17 November 2008
Volkswagen Group: 5.29 million vehicles delivered between January and October 2008
The Volkswagen Group delivered 5.29 million vehicles to customers worldwide during the first ten months of this year (+2.8 percent)*. The Group therefore fared noticeably better...
14 November 2008
Celebrate Christmas in black and white, Lamborghini style
If celebrating Christmas 'fast' is your style, then Lamborghini's range of 2008 baubles, bears, candles and cushions are now available, in the special matt black and white colours...
14 November 2008
Volkswagen Announces Drivers and Sponsors for Tecate Score Baja 1000
The all-new purpose-built Volkswagen-Red Bull Baja Race Touareg TDI, powered by a clean diesel TDI engine, will be driven by motorsport veterans Mark Miller and Ryan Arciero...
13 November 2008
BFGoodrich Tires and Volkswagen of America Launch New SCORE Baja 1000 Online Experience
BFGoodrich Tires and Volkswagen of America announced today the launch of a new first-of-its-kind online experience designed around bringing the captivating sights, sounds and...
12 November 2008
Volkswagen To Unveil Purpose Built Touareg TDI Trophy Truck at L.A. Auto Show
Volkswagen of America, Inc. will unveil its purpose-built Volkswagen-Red Bull Baja Race Touareg TDI Trophy Truck, powered by a clean diesel TDI engine...
12 November 2008
Truth in 24 Scores in Tinseltown, Wins Ft. Lauderdale Festival Prize
Anticipation ran high last Thursday evening along the brightly lit, red carpet walk at Hollywood's legendary Mann's Chinese Theater. The moment had arrived for Truth in 24...
12 November 2008
Bentley Azure T
Stylish and powerful, the new Bentley Azure T is the world's most elegant convertible and destined to become a future classic. With unique Bentley 'T' styling cues...
11 November 2008
Volkswagen Enters New Clean Diesel TDI Trophy Truck in 41st Score Baja 1000
Volkswagen of America, Inc. has announced the all new Volkswagen-Red Bull Baja Race Touareg TDI, powered by a clean diesel TDI engine, will enter this year's...
10 November 2008
Audi Q7, A3 Earn Top Honors in Strategic Vision Total Value Index®
The Audi Q7 earned recognition as the best luxury SUV and the Audi A3 claimed the top ranking among luxury multi-function vehicles in the just-released 2008 Total Value Index®...
10 November 2008
AUDI AG: Sales Growth in October
Audi sold some 82,400 automobiles to customers worldwide in October. Sales of the premium brand thus rose 7.2 percent in year-on-year comparison...
09 November 2008
Audi Celebrates Most Successful Motorsport Season
Four rings, four wins. The end of season party at the Audi Forum Neckarsulm was celebrated under this motto, and at which Audi thanked its teams and drivers...
07 November 2008
Audi Bucks Industry Sales Slump, Boosts Market Share
Audi's aggressive growth strategy has paid off in increased market share. For October, 2008, Audi reached a market share of 8.6% within its competitive set, up from 6.2% 12 months ago...
06 November 2008
Golden Steering Wheel Goes to the New Audi Q5
It has not even hit the market, but it has already won an award: "Bild am Sonntag" named the new Audi Q5 the best vehicle in this year's special SUV class, awarding it the "Golden Steering Wheel"...
05 November 2008
2008 SEMA: Volkswagen CC Eco Performance Concept
Powerful performance meets luxury in the Super CC performance concept Volkswagen unveiled at the 2008 SEMA show in Las Vegas...
05 November 2008
2008 SEMA: Volkswagen Performance Tiguan
For the 2008 SEMA Show,Volkswagen has brought performance, styling and audio upgrades to their popular new Tiguan, the GTI of compact SUV's...
05 November 2008
2008 SEMA: Volkswagen Jetta TDI Cup "Street" Edition
With the conclusion of the successful 2008 Jetta TDI Cup Volkswagen of America is bringing the race car to the people with their Jetta TDI Cup "Street" edition special model...
05 November 2008
2008 SEMA: Volkswagen CC "Gold Coast" Edition
The Volkswagen CC Gold Coast highlights powerful performance, strong lines and luxury touches, combining the emotional and expressive stance of a sports coupé...
03 November 2008
Volkswagen Reports October 2008 Sales
Volkswagen of America, Inc. today announced October 2008 sales of 15,889 units, a 7.9 percent decrease over the October 2007 sales of 17,260 vehicles...
03 November 2008
Audi October Sales A New Record
Audi today announced sales for the month of October totaling 7,443, an increase of 0.3 percent. This follows on a robust September when the luxury brand...
03 November 2008
Volkswagen Showcases Personalization, Performance and Power at 2008 SEMA Show
For the 2008 SEMA show Volkswagen of America, Inc. brings a race-car and its performance Jetta TDI sibling, two exciting versions of the all-new CC and a hot performance Tiguan...
03 November 2008
Audi Celebrates 10 Years of Accident Research
The ceremony at Audi went off with a bang in the truest sense of the word: the brand with the four-ring logo invited guests on Monday to its Technical Development crash hall...
03 November 2008
It's a Boy, It's a Girl...It's a Digital Baby Boom!
Volkswagen of America, Inc. today congratulates web-surfers everywhere on becoming the proud parents of an estimated 332,493 Routan babies in just over three weeks...
03 November 2008
Volkswagen's New Beetle Featured in Barney's New York's Groovy Holiday Campaign
Volkswagen of America, Inc. announced today its partnership with Barneys New York for the retailer's "Peace and Love: Have a Hippie Holiday" campaign...
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31 October 2008
Audi sets 2009 MY prices for the all-new TTS Coupe and TTS Roadster
Audi of America today released pricing for the highest performing TT models ever brought to market — the 2009 TTS Coupe and TTS Roadster...
30 October 2008
Volkswagen Increases Operating Profit by 15% in the First Nine Months to €4.9 billion and Confirms Outlook for the Year
The Volkswagen Group increased its deliveries, sales revenue and profit in the first nine months of the current fiscal year despite the adverse macroeconomic environment...
29 October 2008
Production at Audi Characterized by Uncompromising Perfection
Automobiles from Audi are front-runners in their market segments — thanks to Vorsprung durch Technik, the technological lead that also extends to the field of manufacturing...
29 October 2008
Volkswagen in Fuel Economy Guide 2009
The Jetta TDI is amongst the ten most fuel efficient vehicles on the US market. In the recently published "Fuel Economy Guide 2009" the EPA...
28 October 2008
2009 Volkswagen Jetta TDI Cup Drivers Compete in Polo Cup at Germany's Famed Hockenheim Raceway
2008 Jetta TDI Cup points champion, Josh Hurley, Cooper City, Fla. and 2008 Jetta TDI Cup media contest winner, David Richert, Niverville, Manitoba, Canada...
27 October 2008
2009 Jetta TDI Vehicles Named in Government Listing of Most Fuel Efficient Vehicles
The 50-state compliant clean diesel Volkswagen Jetta TDI sedan and SportWagen TDI have claimed two of the top positions in the annual EPA and Energy Departments' list...
25 October 2008
Lamborghini announces The Lamborghini Blancpain Super Trofeo
Automobili Lamborghini has today announced The Lamborghini Blancpain Super Trofeo – the world's fastest one-make series.
22 October 2008
Audi A5 wins 2009 Active Lifestyle Vehicle of the Year recognition
The Audi A5 earned the Active Lifestyle Vehicle of the Year Award in the luxury on-road category, outperforming 10 competitors. The awards, now in their fifth year...
22 October 2008
2008 Volkswagen Jetta TDI Cup Television Schedule Announced
The 2008 Volkswagen Jetta TDI Cup race season will begin airing on Speed Channel starting Sunday, October 26, 2008. There will be a total of seven episodes...
22 October 2008
Governor of the State of Tennessee visits Volkswagen
The Governor of the State of Tennessee, Phil Bredesen, visited Volkswagen in Wolfsburg on Wednesday. The 50-strong delegation also included...
21 October 2008
Audi to expand audio offerings with HD Radio™ technology
Providing drivers with a heightened entertainment experience, Audi of America today announced plans to offer HD Radio technology as a standard feature...
21 October 2008
Audi Completes 4800 Mile Rally and the Winner is . . . Clean Diesel
With the streets and highways of America as its driving course, Audi proved clean diesel passes the real-world test. Completing the cross country Mileage Marathon...
21 October 2008
Mileage Marathon Confirms Efficiency of Audi Models
The Audi Mileage Marathon, now completed, has provided convincing evidence of the efficiency of TDI engine technology. The fuel consumption of all 23 models...
20 October 2008
VW Credit, Inc. Makes Top Three in Four Categories of the 2008 J.D. Power Dealer Financing Satisfaction Study
VW Credit, Inc. (VCI) continues to improve its high ranking in the annual J.D. Power Dealer Financing Satisfaction Study for the second consecutive year...
19 October 2008
Audi 1-2 Victory in ALMS Finale
Audi was able to complete their successful 2008 sportscar season with another 1-2 victory. In the finale of the American Le Mans Series at Laguna Seca...
18 October 2008
Emanuele Pirro Fastest Audi Driver
Emanuele Pirro has captured the LM P1 pole position at Laguna Seca (U.S. state of California) in his last race with the Audi R10 TDI. On Friday, the Italian won...
17 October 2008
Mileage Marathon: Perfection in Efficiency
The Audi Mileage Marathon is now into its third, decisive stage: when the fleet of 23 vehicles reaches Las Vegas, it will have completed about three-quarters of the total distance...
15 October 2008
A Convenient Car
Audi introduces the new Audi A6 2.0 TDIe in the Netherlands during the conference on climate control, of which Nobel Prize Peace Prize winner, Al Gore, is a guest speaker...
15 October 2008
Johan de Nysschen Delivers Speech on Clean Diesel to German-American Chamber of Commerce
Johan de Nysschen delivered a speech today before the German-American Chamber of Commerce in Chicago, IL. As the Audi Mileage Marathon continues...
14 October 2008
Audi's Clean Diesel A3 Drives Halfway Across America on 46 MPG
After driving over 2,800 miles and covering half of the United States, Audi's TDI clean diesel vehicles are passing the real world endurance test...
14 October 2008
Mileage Marathon — Confirmation of Excellent Efficiency
As the Audi Mileage Marathon progresses, TDI technology continues to demonstrate its exceptionally efficient use of fuel. With more than half of the 8,000-kilometer...
13 October 2008
2008 Volkswagen Jetta TDI Cup Series Ends Action Packed Inaugural Season
The 2008 Volkswagen Jetta TDI Cup Series inaugural season ended successfully with the last race at Road Atlanta. Josh Hurley, Cooper City, Fla., won the championship...
13 October 2008
Audi of America Joins Local Dealer Partner Audi Stevens Creek To Host Audi Sport Race Car Driver Marco Werner
Audi of America, Inc. announced today a motorsports gathering in partnership with Audi Stevens Creek in San Jose, Calif. on Wednesday evening, October 15, 2008...
10 October 2008
Volkswagen "Sign-THEN-Drive" Promotion Returns
Volkswagen of America, Inc is announcing a sales stimulus package to promote the attractiveness of leasing a new Volkswagen. The popular Sign-THEN-Drive sales promotion...
10 October 2008
Audi the Clear Victor at 7th Internet Auto Awards
Five first-place finishes and a special award for Audi at the 7th Internet Auto Awards: a truly impressive achievement for the brand with the four rings...
10 October 2008
New Audi A4 Earns Highest Crash Test Rating
The redesigned 2009 Audi A4 luxury sport sedan gained further validation of its segment-leading qualities by earning the U.S. government's highest crashworthiness and rollover safety rating...
10 October 2008
Christijan Albers gets chance in Audi R10 TDI
After Swiss driver Marcel Fässler, Audi now gives another driver the opportunity to contest a race with the powerful 650 hp plus Audi R10 TDI...
09 October 2008
1,000 Miles Down...3,800 To Go. Audi's Clean Diesel SUV Rolls into Windy City on 30 mpg
The city streets of New York and Washington D.C., nor the highways of Ohio and Indiana could keep Audi’s TDI clean diesel vehicles from registering envious fuel efficiency...
08 October 2008
First choice in safety
Four Volkswagen models at once were awarded the best grade of "top safety pick" in the most recent publication of the independent US safety institute...
08 October 2008
David Richert Wins Volkswagen Jetta TDI Cup Media Contest in Its Inaugural Year
David Richert, Niverville, Manitoba, Canada, won the first year of the Jetta TDI Cup Media Contest by securing more media coverage then any of the other 29 drivers...
07 October 2008
The cleanest diesel is also ultra-efficient
The new Audi Q7 3.0 TDI with ultra low emission system is the cleanest diesel in the world, and an extremely economical form of propulsion into the bargain...
07 October 2008
Audi Q7 Takes Top Ranking in 2008 Smartgreen(SM) Index
The Audi Q7 luxury sport-utility vehicle earned the highest rating in its category under a new consumer sentiment index aimed at identifying the smartest "green" choices...
05 October 2008
Audi achieves "Petit Le Mans" hat-trick
With an impressive success at Road Atlanta (U.S. state of Georgia) Audi continued its winning streak at the prestigious 1000-mile race "Petit Le Mans"...
04 October 2008
Josh Hurley Wins Inaugural Season of Jetta TDI Cup Series
Josh Hurley, Cooper City, Fl., drove his clean diesel Jetta TDI to a championship win placing second overall in Saturday's race at Road Atlanta...
03 October 2008
Mark Pombo Claims Pole Position for Final Jetta TDI CUp Race at Road Atlanta
Mark Pombo, Duluth, Ga. will start on the pole position for the final Jetta TDI Cup race scheduled to take place at Road Atlanta on Saturday, Oct. 4...
03 October 2008
Audi on "Petit Le Mans" front row
Team Audi Sport North America's two Audi R10 TDI prototypes will go into Saturday's "Petit Le Mans" race at Road Atlanta (U.S. state of Georgia) from...
02 October 2008
ACO presents Le Mans trophy to Audi
In addition to twelve Volkswagen Group world premieres more than 1,000 journalists from around the world witnessed yet another highlight on the eve of the Paris Motor Show...
01 October 2008
Audi Reports September Sales
Audi of America announced today auto sales for the month of September totaling 7,584, a decrease of 5.4% from last year's figures. Audi new vehicle sales fell 3.9%...
01 October 2008
Volkswagen Reports September 2008 Sales
Volkswagen of America, Inc. today announced September 2008 sales of 17,109 units, a 9.4 percent decrease over the September 2007 sales of 18,891 vehicles...
01 October 2008
Audi to reveal A1 Sportback at Paris Motor Show
At the Paris Motor Show (October 2-10, 2008), Audi is unveiling the A1 Sportback concept study: following on from the Audi A1 project quattro, the three-door show car...
01 October 2008
Efficiency for the future: The Audi A4 TDI concept e revealed
Efficiency is the way into the future – Audi is introducing the current state-of-the-art for its fuel-saving technologies at the Paris Auto Show. The A4 TDI concept e technology...
01 October 2008
To the Point: Volkswagen — Paris Motor Show 2008
New Golf – Customer value and comfort invalidate class distinctions. New Passat BlueTDI – Volkswagen with SCR catalytic converter fulfills Euro-6 standard...
01 October 2008
Passat BlueMotion II
Never before did a Passat have better fuel economy. Never before was a Passat cleaner. Never before was there a Passat that consumes just 4.1 liters of fuel...
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30 September 2008
New Jersey Double Header Brings Weather Surprises and More Firsts for the Jetta TDI Cup
In two races this weekend, the weather tested the driving ability of the young drivers as the Jetta TDI Cup Race series made a stop at New Jersey Motorsports Park...
30 September 2008
Audi Announces Version 2.0 of "Audi A4 Driving Challenge"
Audi of America today announced the release of version 2.0 of the popular "Audi A4 Driving Challenge" iPhone and iPod Touch application...
30 September 2008
Bentley Luxury Collection — Autumn Winter 2008
The new and expanded Bentley Collection range includes gift items and clothing as well as exclusive accessories and products, making them perfect for the holiday period...
30 September 2008
Sustainability indexes confirm progress in human resources and corporate citizenship
Volkswagen has now qualified for two prestigious sustainability indexes: the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index, considered to be the world's leading sustainability index...
28 September 2008
Liam Kenney Claims First Victory in Jetta TDI Cup Race at New Jersey Motorsport Park
Liam Kenney, Sterling, Va., repeated his appearance on the Jetta TDI Cup podium this weekend in Sunday's race by securing a first place victory in race two...
27 September 2008
Shane Williams Places First in Jetta TDI Cup Race at New Jersey Motorsport PArk
Shane Williams, Capetown, South Africa, stood in the top place on the podium at New Jersey Motorsport Park on Saturday, while David Jurca, Federal Way, Wash...
27 September 2008
Timmy Megenbier and Shane Williams Claim pole Positions for Double Header at New Jersey Motorsport Park
Shane Williams, Capetown, South Africa, and Timmy Megenbier, Melrose Park, Ill., have both claimed pole positions in the upcoming Jetta TDI Cup double header...
26 September 2008
Audi Clean Diesel to Run in Coast-to-Coast Rally
America will soon discover Audi TDI® turbocharged clean diesel technology, which has earned media attention and consumer praise throughout the world...
26 September 2008
Audi R10 TDI with chance for double hat-trick
The Audi R10 TDI has already scored a hat-trick at the 24 Hours of Le Mans. On 4 October Audi now also targets the third consecutive victory with the 650 hp plus...
25 September 2008
Volkswagen Receives Top Safety Pick Awards from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety
A total of four Volkswagen models are the latest of the company's offerings to earn the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) TOP SAFETY PICK award for 2008...
25 September 2008
Volkswagen GTI Wins Motorist Choice Award
Volkswagen of America, Inc. announced today that its 2008 GTI was once again awarded a "Motorist Choice Award" from IntelliChoice.com and AutoPacific, Inc...
25 September 2008
Sharp and sovereign – The new Golf GTI
Since the debut of the first and the discontinuation of the fifth generation, more than 1.7 million buyers made the GTI to the world's bestseller...
24 September 2008
Motorist Choice Award highlights long-term consumer value of Audi TT
In accepting the 2008 Motorist Choice Award for the Audi TT, Audi of America Executive Vice President Johan de Nysschen noted that consumers don't need to sacrifice value...
24 September 2008
Exciting Race in Iowa Ends with a First Time Pole Position Win for the Race Series
Jimmy Underhill led all 33 laps after starting from pole at the fifth race of the 2008 SCCA Pro Racing Volkswagen Jetta TDI Cup series race held at Iowa Speedway...
24 September 2008
Jetta TDI Cup Racers Compete in Double Header Weekend at New Jersey Motorsports Park
The Jetta TDI Cup Series will make its second to last stop this weekend at Thunderbolt Raceway at New Jersey Motorsports Park with a schedule that includes back-to-back...
23 September 2008
Volkswagen Jetta TDI Cup Series Announces Very First Guest Driver for the Series
Shane Williams from the ADAC Volkswagen Polo Cup in Germany will be the first guest driver of the Volkswagen Jetta TDI Cup Race series...
22 September 2008
Ego for Bentley
Bentley is pleased to announce an exclusive partnership between Ego Lifestyle and Bentley Motors resulting in a limited edition luxury notebook, known as 'Ego for Bentley'...
20 September 2008
Jimmy Underhill Tops Podium for the First Time in Jetta TDI Cup Series
Jimmy Underhill, 21, Denver, Colo., claimed the top prize at Iowa Speedway today in the Volkswagen Jetta TDI Cup race after starting on the pole for the first time in the series...
20 September 2008
Jimmy Underhill Secures Pole Position for the First Time at Iowa Speedway
Jimmy Underhill, Denver, Colo., completed qualifying today for the Jetta TDI Cup race with a fastest lap time of :52.411 to secure his first time on the pole position...
18 September 2008
Volkswagen Group of America Unveils Major Educational Philanthropic Effort; Opens U.S. Headquarters
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. today announced a five-year, $2.1 million comprehensive education initiative designed to support students and teachers...
16 September 2008
Volkswagen Jetta TDI Cup Races at Iowa Speedway in the Fifth Race of Series
The Jetta TDI Cup will make its first appearance in Iowa this weekend at Iowa Speedway in the fifth race of the VW Jetta TDI Cup on Saturday, September 20 at 5:30 p.m...
11 September 2008
Fuel-Efficient Couple En Route To Break Guinness World Record for Lowest Fuel Consumption
Two of the world's most fuel-efficient drivers, John and Helen Taylor, are a third of the way through their attempt to break the current world record for lowest fuel consumption...
10 September 2008
Volkswagen Launches Campaign for All-New Routan
Volkswagen of America announced today the launch of its campaign for the Routan, the only minivan in America with German engineering...
09 September 2008
Don Jackson Named President of New Volkswagen Production Facility in Chattanooga
Volkswagen Group of America announced today that it has named Don Jackson president of its Chattanooga production facility. Jackson will report directly to the CEO Frank Fischer...
09 September 2008
Volkswagen Names Jim Gill Public Relations Manager of Product and Technology
Volkswagen of America, Inc. today announced that it has named Jim Gill as head of Product and Technology Public Relations communications...
08 September 2008
To the Point: The Best Golf of All Times
Volkswagen is sending a new Golf out into the world, the best of all times. The Golf is a phenomenon, regardless of its particular generation. Positioned in the compact class...
05 September 2008
Audi teams up with Celebrities for Second Audi Best Buddies Challenge: Hearst Castle
Audi, in conjunction with Best Buddies International, today announced the anticipated celebrity attendees at this year's Audi Best Buddies Challenge: Hearst Castle...
04 September 2008
Volkswagen Rabbit Was Named a 2008 Top 10 New Back-to-School Car by Kelley Blue Book's kbb.com
Volkswagen of America, Inc. announced today that Kelley Blue Book's kbb.com named the Volkswagen Rabbit one of its 2008 Top 10 New Back-to-School Cars...
04 September 2008
New Board of Management line-up at Volkswagen Financial Services: Frank Witter appointed Chairman
Frank Witter (49) has been appointed Chairman of the Board of Management of Volkswagen Financial Services AG with effect from September 15, 2008...
03 September 2008
Volkswagen Reports August 2008 Sales
Volkswagen of America, Inc. today announced August 2008 sales of 22,292 units, a 2.9 percent increase over the August 2007 sales of 21,655 vehicles...
03 September 2008
Audi Reports August Sales
Audi of America announced today auto sales for the month of August totaling 6,406, a decrease of 16% from last year's figures. Despite strong economic headwinds...
03 September 2008
Couple Sets Out To Break Guinness World Record for Lowest Fuel Consumption Across the Continental United States
Two of the world's most fuel-efficient drivers, John and Helen Taylor, will embark today on the "Taylors' Diesel Inspiration" tour—an attempt to break the current world record...
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31 August 2008
Luhr/Werner win ALMS Championship title
Despite not finishing the city street race in Detroit, the two German Audi "factory" drivers Lucas Luhr and Marco Werner have already clinched the Drivers’ title...
29 August 2008
Jagla assumes responsibility for HR at new plant in USA
Hans-Herbert Jagla (55), currently HR director at Volkswagen AG in Wolfsburg, will assume responsibility for HR at the new Volkswagen plant in Chattanooga (USA)...
29 August 2008
New Audi TTS Spanks Competition on the Road, at the Gas Pump
Arguments about whether the latest-generation Audi TT is a full-blooded sports car are about to be put to rest when the high-test 2009 TTS hits the U.S. in November.
28 August 2008
Volkswagen Overtakes Ford
The Volkswagen Group has taken its place among the world's top three automakers thanks to the Wolfsburg-based company's outstanding delivery figures in the first half of 2008...
28 August 2008
Cadillac Busts A Fuel-Saving Move, Will Go Four-Cylinder
Signaling fuel-economy concerns are making an impact in the luxury market, General Motors Cadillac BLS.jpgCorp.'s Cadillac division let it be known last week...
27 August 2008
Audi develops race version of the R8
For the first time, Audi Sport will offer a racing sports car specifically developed for customer use in the form of the powerful 500 hp plus GT3 version of the Audi R8...
27 August 2008
Audi Announces New A4 Advertising Campaign
In a new advertising campaign launching this month for the 2009 Audi A4, Audi of America demonstrates product superiority versus the perceived leaders...
26 August 2008
Audi of Rochester Hills Hosts Audi Sport Drivers Luhr and Werner at August 28 Stars & Cars Event
Audi of America, Inc. announced today a motorsports gathering in partnership with Audi of Rochester Hills in Rochester Hills, Mich. on Thursday evening, August 28, 2008...
22 August 2008
New Record: Volkswagen Group Delivers 3.79 Million Vehicles Worldwide from January to July 2008
The Volkswagen Group delivered 3.79 million vehicles worldwide (+5.0 percent) from January to July 2008, more than ever before for the first seven months of a year...
21 August 2008
Audi Announces First Automotive OEM iPhone Application
Audi of America today announced the release of the first ever iPhone application from an auto manufacturer. "Audi A4 Challenge" is a driving game that utilizes the iPhone's...
20 August 2008
Tiguan Earns Top Safety Pick Award from Insurance Institute for Highway Safety
The Volkswagen compact sport utility vehicle Tiguan received the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) TOP SAFETY PICK award for 2008, the highest rating possible...
19 August 2008
Frank Fischer Named Head of New VW Factory in Chattanooga
Frank Fischer, 46, has been appointed head of the project team and plant manager for the new Volkswagen factory in Chattanooga, Tenn. This announcement is effective October 1, 2008...
19 August 2008
Frank Fischer Named Head of New VW Factory in USA
Frank Fischer (46) has been appointed head of the project team for the new Volkswagen factory in Chattanooga (USA) with effect from October 1, 2008...
18 August 2008
The Wait Is Over
Volkswagen of America, Inc. today announced that their all-new, and highly anticipated 50-state compliant clean diesel Jetta TDI sedan and SportWagen are now available for customer delivery...
16 August 2008
Chris Castagna Wins Jetta TDI Cup at Historic Lime Rock Park
Chris Castagna, 22, South Boston, Mass., won his first race of the Jetta TDI Cup Saturday at Lime Rock Park after maintaining a lead he acquired early on in the 30-minute sprint...
15 August 2008
Mixed double for the Audi R10 TDI
In the last week in August the Audi R10 TDI competes on two race tracks which could hardly be more different: On 24 August the American Le Mans Series...
15 August 2008
Michael Denino To Start in Pole Position at Lime Rock
Michael DeNino, Gaitherburg, Md., secured the pole position today for Saturday's Jetta TDI Cup race at Lime Rock Park with a best lap time of :59.977...
15 August 2008
Special Edition CC Gold Coast Debuts at Pebble Beach
To kick off the market launch of the new CC, Volkswagen of America, Inc. will debut a CC Gold Coast edition at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, August 15-17...
15 August 2008
Automobili Lamborghini To Be Featured Marque at 2008 Pebble Beach Concours D'Elegance
Automobili Lamborghini S.p.A. will be showcased as the featured marque at the 58th Annual Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance on Sunday, August 17, 2008, at The Lodge at Pebble Beach...
13 August 2008
Jetta TDI Cup Races at Lime Rock Park Midway Through Series
The fourth race in the competitive Volkswagen Jetta TDI Cup will take place on Saturday, August 16, at 10:30 a.m. as part of the NASCAR Camping World East Series weekend...
12 August 2008
Audi Q7 earns IIHS Top Safety Pick award for 2008
The Audi Q7, a luxury performance SUV, earned the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety's (IIHS) Top Safety Pick award for 2008. The 2008 Q7 received a "good" rating...
11 August 2008
All-new Audi of America Media Site designed for 24/7 news
Audi of America has launched www.audiusanews.com — an all-new media website designed to provide journalists, bloggers and broadcasters the most current and relevant content...
11 August 2008
Volkswagen Group of America Participates in National Hydrogen Road Tour
Volkswagen's Hydrogen Fuel Cell concept vehicle, the HyMotion Tiguan, will travel from Portland, Maine to Los Angeles Calif. over the next 13 days as part of the National Hydrogen Road Tour...
11 August 2008
Lamborghini Debuts New Showroom on the Las Vegas Strip with the World's First Lamborhini Fashion Boutique
Stephan Winkelmann, President and CEO of Automobili Lamborghini S.p.A., welcomed VIPs, celebrities and Lamborghini executives to the grand opening celebration of...
06 August 2008
The Best Golf of All Times
Volkswagen is unveiling its most important automotive secret of the year: the new Golf. The car – Europe's most successful with more than 26 million sold – was improved in all areas...
05 August 2008
Volkswagen Group of America Selects Engineering and Architecture Firm for New Production Facility
Volkswagen Group of America announced today that engineering and architecture firm SSOE has been hired to oversee the architecture, engineering and construction...
05 August 2008
Audi of America Joins Local Dealer Partner Audi North Shore to Host Audi Sport Race Car Drivers
Audi of America, Inc. announced today a motorsports gathering in partnership with Audi North Shore in Milwaukee, Wisc. on Wednesday evening, August 6, 2008...
05 August 2008
Audi of America Joins Local Partner The Audi Exchange to Hose Le Mans-Winning Audi Sport Race Car Driver
Audi of America, Inc. announced today a motorsports gathering in partnership with The Audi Exchange dealership in Highland Park, IL on Tuesday evening, August 5, 2008...
04 August 2008
Volkswagen's All-new 2009 Jetta TDI Makes Red Carpet Debut at TEEN CHOICE 2008
Volkswagen of America, Inc. teamed up with FOX Television and TEEN CHOICE 2008 to support the initiative to "green" Teen Choice. Young Hollywood showed their support...
01 August 2008
Audi of America Reports July Sales
Audi of America, Inc. announced today auto sales for the month of July totaling 6,804, a decrease of 4.5% from last year's figures, yet the brand expects to gain market share...
01 August 2008
Volkswagen Reports July 2008 Sales
Volkswagen of America, Inc. today announced July 2008 sales of 20,442 units, a 4.0 percent increase over the July 2007 sales of 19,653 vehicles...
01 August 2008
Audi announces 2009 MY pricing for the all-new A4 sedan and Avant models
Audi of America today released pricing for two of its newest entries, the 2009 model year Audi A4 sedan and A4 Avant. Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price for the A4 sedan...
01 August 2008
A new Bugatti Veyron 16.4 shows its open side
The last preparations are running at full speed. Two more weeks and then Bugatti Automobiles will present their new Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport for the very first time to the public...
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31 July 2008
Green light for Olympics: Volkswagen pavilion now ready
The Volkswagen Showcase on the "Olympic Green" is now ready to welcome guests to the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing...
29 July 2008
Volkswagen's Clean Diesels Eligible for Alternative Motor Vehicle Federal Tax Credit
Volkswagen of America, Inc. today announced that buyers of the Jetta TDI sedan and SportWagen are eligible for a $1,300 Federal Income Tax Credit...
28 July 2008
Volkswagen Group of America Announces New Director Industry-Government Relations
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. today announced that Anna-Maria Schneider has joined the company as its director of industry-government relations...
27 July 2008
Josh Hurley Wins Jetta TDI Cup at Portland International Raceway
After starting the previous two races in the pole position, Josh Hurley, 23, Cooper City, Fl., claimed first place at Portland International Raceway (PIR) today in the third race...
25 July 2008
Automobili Lamborghini increases profitability and establishes position amongst the most profitable car brands
Automobili Lamborghini S.p.A. has once again attained record financial results, for the first six months of the financial year 2008 (which ends 31/12/2008)...
25 July 2008
Audi Group Interim Financial Report: Record sales, revenue and profit
Setting new highs in vehicle sales, revenue and profit in the first half of the 2008 fiscal year, Audi is on its way to another record year. In spite of a difficult environment...
23 July 2008
Volkswagen increases first-half operating profit by more than 20 percent
The Volkswagen Group again significantly improved its operating profit in the first six months of the current fiscal year. At €3.4 billion, the Group's operating profit exceeded...
21 July 2008
Audi of America announces 2009 model change points and early 2009 pricing release on existing models
Audi of America, Inc. announced today model year 2009 change points and early 2009 pricing on existing models...
21 July 2008
Volkswagen Group delivers 3.27 million vehicles worldwide in first six months of 2008
The Volkswagen Group delivered 3.27 million vehicles worldwide (+5.8 percent) from January to June 2008, the highest figure ever for the first six months of a year...
18 July 2008
Lamborghini Makes Another Iconic Appearance in Latest Batman Movie "The Dark Knight"
When he isn't protecting Gotham City from various villains, as his alter ego Batman in his Batmobile, billionaire Bruce Wayne's vehicle of choice is one of Lamborghini's most extreme...
17 July 2008
Volkswagen receives approvals to acquire majority voting stake in Scania
The Volkswagen Group has received the antitrust approvals necessary to acquire a majority voting stake in Swedish truck manufacturer Scania AB...
17 July 2008
The Scirocco story – Two generations of the Volkswagen sport coupé
With the market launch of the new Scirocco just round the corner, Volkswagen Aktiengesellschaft's Corporate History Department is presenting the story...
15 July 2008
Volkswagen Builds Factory in Tennessee, USA
Volkswagen is setting out to build a plant in Chattanooga, Tennessee, where vehicle production will be due to commence in early 2011. The supervisory board of Volkswagen AG today...
15 July 2008
Volkswagen Group of America Announces It Will Produce Cars in Chattanooga; Decision Marks Company's Ongoing Commitment to North American Market
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. announced today that it will build a U.S. automotive production facility in Chattanooga, Tenn...
14 July 2008
Audi of America joins Local Partner Paul Miller Audi to Host Customers and World Renowned Race Car Drivers at Paul Miller Audi
The Volkswagen Group is orienting its information technology (IT) worldwide to the needs of the company's growth strategy. Some 70 IT managers from all Group sites...
10 July 2008
Volkswagen orients its IT worldwide to company's growth strategy
The Volkswagen Group is orienting its information technology (IT) worldwide to the needs of the company's growth strategy. Some 70 IT managers from all Group sites...
09 July 2008
Fascinating look at the future of the car
When will vehicles communicate with traffic lights? Will there be traffic jams in the future? Can driving emission-free vehicles be fun? Automobile fans of all ages can find...
09 July 2008
Audi of America Brings Le Mans Legend Emanuele Pirro to Local Partner Palisades Audi
Audi of America, Inc. demonstrated its commitment to its dealer network by scheduling a surprise appearance by...
03 July 2008
Bugatti EB 16.4 Veyron Sang Noir
The EB 16.4 Veyron Sang Noir is a special edition, created for the true automotive connoisseur. While its entirely black exterior may initially appear subdued, upon closer inspection...
01 July 2008
Update: Audi of America Reports Increased June Sales and Market Share
Audi of America, Inc. announced today auto sales for the month of June totaling 8,203, an increase of 5.3% from last year's figures...
01 July 2008
Volkswagen Reports June 2008 Sales
Volkswagen of America, Inc. today announced June 2008 sales of 23,208 units, a 0.3 percent increase over the June 2007 sales of 23,137 vehicles...
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30 June 2008
Back to the Roots: The Volkswagen Touareg Stanley on display in Silicon Valley
The penultimate stop in the Touareg Stanley's international exhibition tour is The Tech Museum of Innovation in San Jose, California. The prototype will be on display there...
27 June 2008
Volkswagen wins the "Golden Drop of Oil 2008" award for energy and environment
Volkswagen has won the international competition "Golden Drop of Oil 2008" for its innovative engine-gearbox combination, the powerful 90 kW TSI engine and the new...
26 June 2008
Volkswagen Group with new delivery record for the period January to May 2008
The Volkswagen Group sold 2.69 million vehicles worldwide from January to May 2008. This represents an increase of 6.6 percent compared with the same period last year...
23 June 2008
Jetta Sportwagen Now Available in Dealer Showrooms
Volkswagen of America, Inc. announced today that its Jetta SportWagen, a sporty and functional wagon version of their top-selling Jetta model, is now available in dealer showrooms...
23 June 2008
New Beetle-Fans are celebrating a double birthday
There are just a couple of weeks left before the big double birthday party: Volkswagen New Beetle fans from all over Europe are going to be celebrating the tenth anniversary...
20 June 2008
January to May: Another delivery record for the Volkswagen brand
The Volkswagen brand delivered 1.57 million vehicles in the first five months of this year, an increase of 6.7 percent compared with January to May last year...
19 June 2008
Cabriolet Feeling in Eos "Edition 2009"
Now that blue skies are beckoning, Volkswagen has launched its attractive Eos "Edition 2009" offering. This new special model scores points on the merit of its sporty...
18 June 2008
The People Want Better Fuel Economy with No Compromises
Volkswagen of America, Inc. today announced pricing for their eagerly anticipated Jetta TDI sedan and SportWagen starting at $21,990 and $23,590, respectively...
17 June 2008
Autonomous Volkswagen Touareg "Stanley," First-Ever Winner of the DARPA Grand Challenge, Comes Home to Silicon Valley for One Last Showing
Stanley, the history-making autonomous vehicle developed by the Stanford Racing Team returns home to Silicon Valley after a global victory tour. Showcased at museums...
15 June 2008
Audi Triumphs again at the 24 Hours of Le Mans
The Audi R10 TDI remains unbeaten in the Le Mans 24 Hour race: in its third attempt, the diesel sportscar won the French endurance classic yet again. After the incredible thrill of...
13 June 2008
To the Point: 2008 Research Roadmap
"Volkswagen AG" – according to a recent study by the renowned German "Center of Automotive" (CoA) – "is the automotive corporation with the greatest innovative strength of the year...
12 June 2008
Volkswagen's U.S. Debut of Zero Emission Tiguan
Volkswagen of America, Inc. is showcasing its broad range of near-term and future fuel-efficient powertrain technologies with the all-new 2.0 liter TSI Tiguan...
11 June 2008
Audi U.S. Luxury Market Share Rises; A4, TT Growth Especially Strong
Audi of America, Inc. announced today that year-to-date car sales of its sedan and sports car models for 2008 rose to a total of 30,767, a 7.5% increase over last year's figures...
11 June 2008
Audi Improves 16 Positions in Initial Quality, Says J.D. Power and Associates
Audi of America, Inc. posted the greatest ranking improvement in initial quality in the results from J.D. Power and Associates' 2008 industry-wide study, released June 4, 2008...
11 June 2008
Volkswagen Opens New Dealership in San Jose, CA
Volkswagen of America, Inc. announced the grand opening of the Capitol Volkswagen Dealership in San Jose, California. Perfectly aligned with the demographics in the San Jose market...
09 June 2008
Continental Flying Spur and Continental Flying Spur Speed
The new Bentley Continental Flying Spur is set to deliver even greater levels of refinement, comfort and opportunities for customer personalisation...
06 June 2008
AUDI AG: On track for record sales of one million cars in 2008
AUDI AG sold more than 426,200 vehicles worldwide from January to May, an increase of 1.5 percent. In the month of May...
03 June 2008
Volkswagen Reports May 2008 Sales
Volkswagen of America, Inc. today announced May 2008 sales of 22,346 units, a 0.1 percent increase over the May 2007 sales of 22, 325 vehicles. On a year-to-date basis, 2008 Volkswagen sales...
02 June 2008
Audi R10 TDI race car uses Biofuel of the next generation for the first time
World premiere in motorsport: At the 2008 Le Mans 24 Hours on 14/15 June, the three Audi R10 TDI prototypes entered by Audi Sport Team Joest will race for the first time...
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Volkswagen Jetta and GTI Win 2008 Autopacific Vehicle Satisfaction Awards
Volkswagen of America, Inc. announced today that two of its models, the Volkswagen Jetta and GTI, have each received a 2008 AutoPacific Vehicle Satisfaction Award (VSA)...
29 May 2008
Volkswagen Named Best Full-Line Corporation in Strategic Vision's Total Quality Index™
Volkswagen of America, Inc. announced today that they have been named the best-full line corporation by Strategic Vision for the third consecutive year in a row. Strategic Vision has also named...
29 May 2008
Pope Benedict XVI received high-ranking Volkswagen representatives
Pope Benedict XVI received Prof. Dr. h.c. Ferdinand K. Piëch, Chairman of the Supervisory Board of Volkswagen AG, and Prof. Dr. rer. nat. Martin Winterkorn...
28 May 2008
Volkswagen Group Working on High-Performance Energy Storage
Agreement has been reached on a co-operation which sees Volkswagen joining forces with Sanyo, one of the world's leading developers of rechargeable batteries, to work on new and extremely efficient...
27 May 2008
Eos Named a 2008 Best New Road Trip Vehicle By Kelley Blue Book's kbb.com
Volkswagen of America, Inc. announced today that the Eos has been named to kbb.com's 2008 Top 10 Best New Road Trip Vehicles. Kelley Blue Book (www.kbb.com), the leading provider of...
26 May 2008
Volkswagen orients its human resources work worldwide to its growth strategy
The Volkswagen Group is orienting its human resources work worldwide to the company's growth strategy. Some 70 HR managers from all of the Group's sites met at the Pamplona plant...
25 May 2008
Volkswagen Group honors its best suppliers
The "Volkswagen Group Award 2008" was presented to the Volkswagen Group's top suppliers on the Spanish island of Ibiza yesterday evening. Prof. Martin Winterkorn...
23 May 2008
New record: Volkswagen Group delivers 568,000 vehicles worldwide in April – 10.5 percent increase
The Volkswagen Group moved into the second quarter of 2008 with yet another record in global vehicle deliveries. In an increasingly difficult market environment Europe's largest automaker...
22 May 2008
Students participate in vehicle launch courtesy of Volkswagen
Mass Communications students at the University of Colorado at Boulder (CU-Boulder) were recently given the opportunity to participate in the U.S. media launch of the new 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan...
22 May 2008
Hip hop and petrol in one's veins - Fanta4 are new Volkswagen ambassadors
Volkswagen announced today at the GTI meet at Wörthersee the start of a cooperation planned for two years with the German hip hop stars "Die Fantastischen Vier" (Fanta4)...
22 May 2008
GTI Meet 2008: Gentlemen, start your engines!
Volkswagen will present the world premiere of a 239 kW (325 PS) version of the new Scirocco today at the legendary GTI Meet at Wörther Lake. For two days later, a team of legendary drivers...
21 May 2008
Volkswagen receives further award for increasing shareholder value
The Volkswagen Group has achieved the highest increase in shareholder value of all stock market listed companies in the European automotive industry. The auditing company PricewaterhouseCoopers...
21 May 2008
Sales record in April - Volkswagen brand continues sustained growth on world market
The Volkswagen brand continued its sustained growth on the world market in April with yet another sales record. In an increasingly difficult market environment the brand delivered 335,000...
18 May 2008
David Jurca Wins Jetta TDI Cup Race International Debut
David Jurca, 22, Federal Way, Wash., won the second round of the Jetta TDI Cup with a strong race at a cold and wet Mosport International Raceway. Hometown racer Chris Holman...
17 May 2008
Jetta TDI Cup Cars Hit the Track in Canada for International Debut
Josh Hurley will have the coveted pole position in tomorrow's Jetta TDI Cup at Mosport International Raceway in the only international race in this all-new racing series...
16 May 2008
Tom Brady Presents Five Linemen with Audi Q7 SUVs to Kick-off Audi Best Buddies Challenge: Hyannis Port
Audi of America, Inc. today partnered with All-star quarterback Tom Brady to offer his own version of protection by surprising his offensive linemen with all new Audi Q7 SUVs...
16 May 2008
Audi A3 TDI clubsport quattro (concept)
Audi, the inventor of TDI, blazes a trail in the field of engine manufacture. At the 27th annual Lake Wörther Tour being held at the end of May in the Austrian province of Carinthia...
14 May 2008
Audi of America Joins Local Partner Strong Audi To Host Customers and World Champion Race Car Drivers in Salt Lake City Prior to May 18 American Le Mans Race
Audi of America, Inc. announced today a motorsports gathering in partnership with Strong Audi in downtown Salt Lake City on Thursday evening, May 15, 2008. Local customers and prospects...
12 May 2008
Jetta TDI Cup Goes International
The Volkswagen Jetta TDI Cup will make its international debut May 16-18, 2008 at Mosport International Raceway in the second race of this all-new series...
08 May 2008
Audi 2.0 TFSI wins "International Engine of the Year" Award for 2008
A specialist jury made up of 65 respected automotive journalists from 32 countries has voted the 2.0 TFSI winner of the 1.8-litre to 2-litre category at the International Engine of the Year Awards...
07 May 2008
119th Annual General Meeting of AUDI AG Successful start to 2008
Following a very successful 2007, Audi is on course to achieve top figures once again in 2008. "We will continue to pursue our course of profitable growth," said Rupert Stadler...
07 May 2008
International Engine of the Year Awards 2008: Volkswagen TSIs clean up in a double victory
The winning streak continues: for the third time, Volkswagen's dual charged TSI engines have won the "International Engine of the Year Award" in the category "1 litre to 1.4 litres"...
07 May 2008
Purchase Volkswagen's All-New Routan and Help Fund Your Child's College Tuition
Volkswagen of America, Inc. announced today a partnership with Upromise, the country's largest private source of college funding contributions, to provide $1,500 to customers...
06 May 2008
Bentley Motors designs limited collector's edition of the new Bond book, Devil May Care
In a unique collaboration between three of Britain's iconic brands — James Bond, Bentley Motors and Penguin Books — a special, limited edition of the new Bond book Devil May Care...
06 May 2008
D.C. United and Volkswagen Ink Landmark Sponsorship Agreement
D.C. United and Volkswagen of America, Inc. today announced a five-year partnership agreement that will see the two brands join forces in a landmark deal that includes Volkswagen's logo on the shirts...
06 May 2008
AUDI AG: accelerated growth in sales in April
With the start of the second quarter, sales at AUDI AG are once again showing stronger growth. The brand sold more than 86,700 cars worldwide in the past month...
06 May 2008
USC's Entertainment Technology Center Announces Volkswagen Group of America as New Executive Sponsor
The Entertainment Technology Center at USC (ETC@USC) (www.etcenter.org), announced today that Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. has joined as an executive sponsor of the ETC...
02 May 2008
Volkswagen's New Beetle Celebrates 10 Year Anniversary
Volkswagen of America, Inc. celebrates the 10-year anniversary of the introduction of the New Beetle. Originally unveiled as a design study car called "Concept 1"...
01 May 2008
Volkswagen Reports April 2008 Sales Up Over Last Year
Volkswagen of America, Inc. today announced April 2008 sales of 19,415 units, a 1.7 percent increase over the April 2007 sales of 19,086 vehicles. On a year-to-date basis, 2008 Volkswagen sales...
01 May 2008
Audi of America Reports Increased Sedan Sales in April
Audi of America, Inc. announced today sales for the month of April totaling 7,730, a decrease of 4.6% from last year's record figures. Audi Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) sales...
01 May 2008
Audi Sponsors "Iron Man" Premiere and After Party in Hollywood
Audi hit the red carpet last night at the premiere of Iron Man, the summer blockbuster from Paramount Pictures and Marvel Studios due in theaters May 2. Celebrities arrived...
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30 April 2008
Volkswagen Group Records Profit Growth at All Brands in First Quarter
Volkswagen Group Continues Success Story. The Group delivered more vehicles, increased sales revenue and recorded a sharp rise in profit in the first quarter of 2008...
30 April 2008
Bentley increases profitability despite slight decrease in sales revenue
Bentley Motors has announced its financial results for the first quarter, ending 31 March 2008, reporting consistent profitability despite a slight decrease in sales. Bentley net revenue...
29 April 2008
Audi Launches the 2008 Audi Sportscar Experience
Audi of America, Inc. today announced the launch of the 2008 Audi Sportscar Experience based at the Audi Forum Sonoma at Infineon Raceway in California. Created by Audi and...
28 April 2008
Volkwagen Launches Multi-Platform Polling Initiative To Find Out "What the People Want"
Volkswagen of America, Inc. announced today a multi- faceted national polling effort to find out exactly what the people want. Utilizing media, technology and user-generated content like never before...
28 April 2008
Volkswagen Announces Sponsors for Jetta TDI Cup
Volkswagen of America, Inc. announced the vehicle sponsors for the Jetta TDI Cup today, on the heels of the inaugural race of this historic series that began on April 27th...
28 April 2008
Mastering globalization with an outstanding team
Volkswagen will increase the number of apprentices at its sites worldwide to more than 10,000 by 2010. This was announced by the Volkswagen Aktiengesellschaft Board of Management member...
28 April 2008
Bentley Racing Green
A Bentley Motors apprentice team has won a special "Spirit of Greenpower" award for its performance in the Greenpower Corporate Challenge which took place at Goodwood race circuit yesterday...
27 April 2008
Mark Pombo Wins Inaugural Jetta TDI Cup Race
In its worldwide debut, the first Volkswagen Jetta TDI Cup race was held Sunday at VIRginia International Raceway, with rising star Mark Pombo crossing the finish line after completing 11 laps...
24 April 2008
Vienna Motor Symposium 2008: BlueTDI development completed successfully
At the International Vienna Motor Symposium (24-25 April), Volkswagen is to introduce the production version of the BlueTDI, a next-generation turbo diesel developed especially...
23 April 2008
Volkswagen posts substantial rise in first quarter profit
Volkswagen Aktiengesellschaft posted a substantial rise in operating profit for the first three months of the current 2008 financial year. The increase of approximately 21 percent...
23 April 2008
Volkswagen Announces Carefree Maintenance Program
Volkswagen of America, Inc. announced today a no-charge Carefree Maintenance Program on its entire 2009 model line. With this program there are no charges for the scheduled maintenance...
23 April 2008
Virginia Governor To Attend Inaugural Race of the 2008 Volkswagen Jetta TDI Cup
Volkswagen of America, Inc. announced today that Virginia Governor Timothy M. Kaine will be in attendance at this weekend's inaugural Jetta TDI Cup race at the VIRginia International Raceway...
21 April 2008
New Microsite Showcases Volkswagen Group of America's Responsible Mobility Strategy
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. today launched responsiblemobility.com, a microsite focused on the company's sustainable mobility strategy. The new microsite comes...
21 April 2008
Volkswagen publishes mission statement on biodiversity
Retaining biological diversity is one of the great ecological challenges of the 21st century. Without the commitment of industry, the United Nations would not be able to meet its target...
21 April 2008
Supercomputer makes a big impact at Audi
When Christopher Rhody starts a crash test, everything stays nice and quiet. No loud crashing noises, no broken glass and no bent fenders. The Audi employee responsible...
19 April 2008
2009 Audi Q5 World Premiere
The new Audi Q5 combines the dynamism of a sports sedan with highly variable interior and versatile options for leisure-time and family use. Strong and efficient engines...
15 April 2008
Lamborghini launches "The World of Lamborghini" on iTunes
Today, Automobili Lamborghini, producer of the world's most stylish super sports cars, announced that enthusiasts can now subscribe to "The World of Lamborghini" Podcast through the iTunes Store...
14 April 2008
Volkswagen Group sets historic record in first quarter of 2008, delivering 1,572 million vehicles to customers worldwide under increasingly difficult market conditions
The first three months of this year represent the most successful first quarter in the history of the Volkswagen Group: worldwide, the Group delivered 1,572 million vehicles...
09 April 2008
AUDI AG: best first-quarter vehicle sales in company history
The first three months of this year have been the most successful first quarter in the history of AUDI AG: From January to March, the brand with the four rings achieved worldwide sales of 251,268 cars...
09 April 2008
Volkswagen Announces All-New Service Retention Program
Volkswagen Group of America today announced that PEAK PERFORMANCE will be the exclusive provider for their new industry-leading service retention program...
08 April 2008
Volkswagen Command Center in the Picture Around the Clock
The Volkswagen Group is the first enterprise anywhere in the world to use a highly advanced video wall measuring almost 14 square meters to keep track of and steer its data flow and its information...
07 April 2008
"Iron Man" and Audi: R8 takes leading role in New Summer Blockbuster Movie
Audi has joined forces with Paramount Pictures and Marvel Studios, a subsidiary of Marvel Entertainment, Inc., for the release of the movie version of "Iron Man" due in theaters May 2...
07 April 2008
Audi Wins at St. Petersburg
Audi scored the first victory of the Audi R10 TDI in the 2008 American Le Mans Series in a thrilling battle in the second round at St Petersburg (US state of Florida). Lucas Luhr who is partnered...
07 April 2008
Volkswagen Selects Drivers for All-New Jetta TDI Cup Race Series
Volkswagen of America, Inc. announced today the selection of 30 drivers to compete in the all-new Jetta TDI Cup series. The drivers were chosen at a driver selection event April 3-6 at the Firebird Raceway...
07 April 2008
To the Point: Passat CC
With more than 15 million cars built, the Passat and Passat Variant rank among the really big successes in automotive history. Now Volkswagen is extending the model range of this car line...
04 April 2008
Volkswagen Announces Voluntary Safety Recall of 1999-2005 Model Year Passats
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. has announced a voluntary recall of all gasoline powered Passat models from 1999 through 2005 for inspection and repairs, if required...
02 April 2008
Volkswagen Announces Launch of New "Das Auto" Campaign
Volkswagen of America announced today the launch of a new advertising and marketing campaign called DAS AUTO, literally translated to “the car.” Part of a global brand platform, DAS AUTO...
01 April 2008
Audi of America Reports Strong March Sales
Audi of America, Inc. announced today sales for the month of March totaling 7,987, a decrease of 0.4% from last year's figures. Audi Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) sales continued their record-setting trend...
01 April 2008
Automobili Lamborghini joins the circle of most profitable car brands
The Italian manufacturer of luxury sports cars Automobili Lamborghini SpA, based in Sant'Agata Bolognese, has achieved a further record year's financial results. In the 2007 fiscal year...
01 April 2008
Customized Volkswagen Buses Showcased in Hot Wheels® 40th Anniversary Exhibit to Benefit the Children Affected by AIDS Foundation
Volkswagen of America, Inc., long recognized for its relevance in pop culture, will participate in TOYS, a pop surrealist art exhibit in honor of Hot Wheels® 40th Anniversary. More than 40 of the most famous...
01 April 2008
Volkswagen Reports March 2008 Sales
Volkswagen of America, Inc. today announced March 2008 sales of 19,587 units, a 12.9 percent increase over the March 2007 sales of 17,355 vehicles. On a year-to-date basis...
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26 March 2008
Excitingly sensible: Volkswagen Scirocco 1974–1992
Automobile sportiness is the order of the day at the Volkswagen brand stand in Hall 7: the presentation focuses on the various generations of the Scirocco...
25 March 2008
For better grip and active safety – The Golf Estate 4Motion
Volkswagen is now offering its Golf Estate with permanent all-wheel drive. The 4Motion system is coupled to an economical yet high-torque turbodiesel generating 77 kW. This gives the Golf Estate...
20 March 2008
Passat BlueMotion in "World Green Cars 2008" Top 3
The Passat BlueMotion is one of the most environmentally friendly cars worldwide. The jury of international judges of the "World Car of the Year Awards" awarded Volkswagen, which came in third...
20 March 2008
Audi R8 is named as 2008 World Performance Car
The Audi R8 has achieved a double victory at the 2008 World Car of the Year awards, winning both the World Performance Car and the World Car Design of the Year awards...
20 March 2008
Audi Hosts Star-Studded Event at the Audi Forum New York City to Kick-off the New York International Auto Show on March 19th
Audi of America Inc. on March 19th hosted a gala event at the Audi Forum New York City to kick off the 2008 New York International Auto Show. Celebrity attendees included superstar athlete Tom Brady...
19 March 2008
Audi Announces North American Debut of 2009 A4 Avant at New York Auto Show
Audi of America, Inc. today announced that the highly anticipated, all new Audi A4 Avant will make its North American debut at this year's New York International Auto Show...
19 March 2008
Audi Unveils Custom-Painted Audi A5 at Audi Forum New York City to Benefit the G&P Foundation for Cancer Research
Audi of America Inc. today announced it will unveil a custom-painted A5 created by New York City-based artist Hunt Slonem, at the company's kick off event for...
17 March 2008
2008 Audi Q7 Now Available with Bang & Olufsen Advanced Sound
Audi of America, Inc. today announced the retail availability of the highline Bang & Olufsen Advanced Sound System in the premium Audi Q7 models for sale in the United States...
17 March 2008
Golf estate is "Most Sensible Car of the Year 2008"
The readers of Germany's largest consumer magazine "Guter Rat" (Good Advice) have decided: the Golf estate is "Most Sensible Car 2008" in the category "estate/van"...
14 March 2008
From Olympia to Beijing
The longest torch relay in the history of the Olympic Games will be starting in Olympia on 24 March. As official automobile partners of the Greek Olympic Committee...
13 March 2008
Volkswagen Reports Record Deliveries, Sales Revenue and Profit
The Volkswagen Group reached new records for deliveries, sales revenue and profit last year. "For the Volkswagen Group, 2007 was by far the most successful year in the Company's history,"...
13 March 2008
Bentley Follows Sales Success with Record Profitability
Bentley Motors has announced its financial results for the year ending 31 December 2007, reporting record revenue and operating profit. For the calendar year, Bentley increased its net revenue by €36m...
12 March 2008
Volkswagen sponsors the 2008 Olympic Games
More than 10,000 athletes from more than 200 countries will be competing in the Summer Olympic Games in Beijing from 8-24 August, 2008. Athletes will be competing for gold, silver and bronze...
11 March 2008
Audi: Most successful fiscal year of all time
In the 2007 fiscal year, AUDI AG once again achieved record figures for production, vehicle sales, revenue and profit. "We're looking back on the most successful fiscal year in the history...
10 March 2008
"Iron Man" and Audi R8: Vorsprung durch Technik
Robert Downey Jr. plays Tony Stark, the leading man in the Paramount and Marvel Studios movie version of "Iron Man". Head of a big industrial complex, he owes his super-powers...
10 March 2008
Profit-sharing for Volkswagen employees reaches record level
Employees at Volkswagen Aktiengesellschaft are to receive a record profit-sharing bonus. In addition to the ten percent of the operating profit of the Volkswagen brand...
06 March 2008
Volkswagen Installs Electronic Stabilization Program Across the Line in 2009
Volkswagen of America, Inc. announced today that its Electronic Stabilization Program (ESP) will be standard equipment on every 2009 model year Volkswagen vehicle...
04 March 2008
Bugatti Veyron sales reach 220
Two years after the first Bugatti Veyron 16.4 was delivered to the first customer, Bugatti Automobiles S.A.S. has delivered 132 cars to proud owners all over the world...
04 March 2008
Bentley Outlines Environmental Strategy
On a well-to-wheel* basis, the entire Bentley model range will be capable of delivering less than 120 g/km of CO2 by 2012...
04 March 2008
Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 Setting a New Standard
With the new Gallardo LP560-4, Lamborghini once again sets a higher standard for super sports cars. With its new engine, permanent four-wheel drive transmission and new suspension...
03 March 2008
Volkswagen in Geneva: International Debut of the New Scirocco
Volkswagen is putting on a spectacular parade of new models in Geneva with a host of international product debuts. Taking centre stage will be the highlight of the show, the new Scirocco...
03 March 2008
Volkswagen Group of America Announces Personnel Changes
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. today announced that Joseph S. Folz, Executive Vice President, General Counsel & Secretary, has elected to retire from the Company effective May 1. Folz...
03 March 2008
Volkswagen acquires entire Investor and Wallenberg Foundations stake in Scania
Volkswagen has reached an agreement with Investor AB and the Wallenberg Foundations regarding the purchase of their stakes in Scania...
03 March 2008
Volkswagen Reports February 2008 Sales
Volkswagen of America, Inc. today announced February 2008 sales of 16,556 units, a 1.2 percent increase over the February 2007 sales of 16,367 vehicles...
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29 February 2008
Volkswagen records with EUR 6.5 billion its highest profit before tax in the history of the Company
At EUR 6.5 billion, the Volkswagen Group recorded the highest profit before tax in the history of the Company; considerably higher than the target...
28 February 2008
2008 Geneva Motor Show
Volkswagen will be igniting a fireworks of models in Geneva, with seven international premiere presentations scheduled. The main spotlight will be on the completely re-engineered Scirocco...
28 February 2008
Volkswagen Unveils First Convoy-Vehicles for Olympic Torch Relay
Two months ahead of the Olympic torch arriving in China, Volkswagen unveiled the first convoy vehicles with Olympic design to the public. These models will be part of 1,000 cars which will...
26 February 2008
Production record in 2007: continuous roll-out at Audi sites
The Audi Group not only achieved its best annual sales figures in 2007 for the 12th time in a row. It also accomplished yet another production record, with 980,880 cars built in total...
26 February 2008
Audi of America Drives Hollywood's Elite During Oscar® Week
There was another star in town Oscar week as Audi of America took center stage at some of the industry's most high-profile events. With all eyes on Hollywood, nominees and winners alike were chauffeured...
26 February 2008
Volkswagen Group of America to hold career fair
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. today announced it will host a job fair March 6 at the Westin Tysons Corner. The fair will run from 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm...
22 February 2008
Strong start in 2008: Volkswagen Group delivers 11.1 percent more vehicles in January
The Volkswagen Group has rung in the year 2008 with a strong start. Europe's largest car builder delivered 11.1 percent more cars to customers throughout the world compared to the same month last year...
22 February 2008
AUDI AG: Ralph Weyler leaves Board of Management
Ralph Weyler, who has been the Member of the Board of Management for Marketing and Sales at AUDI AG since 1 October 2003, has left the company...
21 February 2008
Volkswagen TSI Engines Clinch Another Title
At a ceremony in Istanbul, Volkswagen last night received the renowned "TechnoBest" technology prize for its TSI engines. The prize is awarded by a motoring jury...
20 February 2008
The Touareg clinches the number-two ranking among luxury off-roaders
The readers of OFF ROAD, a German trade journal, have given the SUV of the Year prize to the Tiguan. Attracting 17.4 % of the votes, the Tiguan emerged as the readers' choice...
20 February 2008
Bentley forms exclusive partnership with British audio manufacturer Naim
Volkswagen of America, Inc. today announced the Wolfsburg Edition Jetta 2.0T. Volkswagen will produce approximately 12,500 of these special edition models...
14 February 2008
Bentley Motors Expands External Affairs Team
Bentley Motors today announced two appointments to their global External Affairs team. Michael Hawes has been appointed to the newly created position of...
12 February 2008
Volkswagen Announces Wolfsburg Edition Jetta 2.0T
Volkswagen of America, Inc. today announced the Wolfsburg Edition Jetta 2.0T. Volkswagen will produce approximately 12,500 of these special edition models...
12 February 2008
Volkswagen Jetta TDI Cup Dates Announced
Volkswagen of America and SCCA Pro Racing have announced the eight dates comprising the 2008 schedule of the new Volkswagen Jetta TDI Cup race series...
12 February 2008
The Volkswagen Brand Kicks Off its Sales Year 2008 on an Impressive Note
The Volkswagen brand got off to a brilliant start in the new sales year 2008, delivering 288,000 passenger cars to customers around the world in January – 13 per cent more than...
11 February 2008
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles off to a successful start in 2008
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has got off to a successful start in 2008. In January, the company continued the positive trend of the previous year, delivering 36,830...
07 February 2008
Cooperation Between Hermès and Bugatti
Hermès and Bugatti have decided to collaborate on an industrial design project that marries their respective expertise: the craftsmanship of the Parisian-based...
07 February 2008
Million-selling Golf continues success story
The Volkswagen brand sold roughly 1.16 million vehicles from the Golf family comprising the Golf hatchback, Golf Variant, Golf Plus and Jetta, to customers all over the world in 2007...
06 February 2008
AUDI AG starts in 2008 with strong sales results
AUDI AG successfully increased its worldwide sales by 4.7 percent in January, handing over a total of approximately 78,700 cars to customers. The brand registered rising sales...
06 February 2008
Volkswagen Unveils Routan at Chicago Auto Show
Volkswagen of America today unveiled the Routan, an all new seven-passenger minivan. It delivers the best of both worlds: a vehicle that combines European sensibilities...
06 February 2008
2008 Audi A4 Speical Edition Debuts at Chicago Auto Show
Audi of America Inc. today announced the debut of the 2008 A4 Special Edition at the Chicago Auto Show. The new configuration was created for customers wanting a thoroughly modern German luxury sport sedan...
06 February 2008
R32 Awarded MotorWeek's Drivers' Choice Award for Best Performance Car
Volkswagen of America, Inc. announced today that its motorsports-inspired R32 has won the 2008 MotorWeek Drivers' Choice Award for Best Performance Car...
06 February 2008
Volkswagen R32 Awarded IntelliChoices's Best Overall Value In Its Class
Volkswagen of America, Inc. announced today that its motorsport-inspired R32 has won the 2008 IntelliChoice.com Best Overall Value in the Base Sport class...
04 February 2008
Volkswagen Jetta TDI Cup Registration Deadline Nears
Volkswagen of America, Inc. urges young amateur drivers to complete their full application for the Jetta TDI Cup series by Friday, February 29, 2008 when the registration period...
01 February 2008
Volkswagen Reports January 2008 Sales
Volkswagen of America, Inc. today announced January 2008 sales of 14,411 units, a 13.2 percent decrease from the January 2007 total of 16,610 vehicles...
01 February 2008
Audi of America Reports Record January Sales
Audi of America, Inc. announced today that its record-setting sales pace continues. Sales for the month of January totaled 6,418 vehicles, an increase of 0.3% from last year's figures...
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31 January 2008
Audi Forum Phoenix: Celebrities and Athletes Tee Off for Charity at the Audi Hole-In-One Challenge
Celebrities and athletes opened the Audi Forum Phoenix by teeing off for children's charities and the chance to win an Audi R8, one of the world's most acclaimed automobiles...
30 January 2008
Audi Named Official Car of the AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am
Audi of America today announced that it has been named the official automobile of the AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am golf tournament...
29 January 2008
Volkswagen receives award for increasing shareholder value
The Volkswagen Group has achieved the highest increase in shareholder value of all stock market listed competitors in the global automotive industry over the last three years. The auditing company...
29 January 2008
Value champions 2008: Volkswagen Tiguan and Golf Estate
Gold for Volkswagen is the result in this year's vote for car with the most stable value in 2008. The automobile magazine Auto Bild made a comparison and came to a clear decision...
29 January 2008
Indian delegation visits Volkswagen in Wolfsburg
The Chief Minister of the Indian state of Maharashtra, Shri Vilasrao Deshmukh, visited Volkswagen in Wolfsburg today (Tuesday) accompanied by a delegation. The guests were taken on a tour of the factory...
29 January 2008
Volkswagen's 6th year as main partner of the Berlinale
Volkswagen will once again be driving the stars to the red carpet at the Berlin International Film Festival from 7 to 17 February 2008...
28 January 2008
Volkswagen Group of America Names Barnes COO
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. announced today the appointment of Mark Barnes as chief operating officer, Volkswagen of America, Inc., effective January 15, 2008...
28 January 2008
Audi Forum Phoenix Redefines Luxury Experience During Super Bowl XLII
Audi of America Inc. today announced the debut of the Audi Forum Phoenix, a brand showcase for VIP guests during the week prior to Super Bowl XLII...
25 January 2008
R-Line equipment package for the Touareg
The Volkswagen Individual product offensive proceeds to the next round; the elegant but sporty R-Line accessory package was recently also made available for the Touareg. The "Exterieur" and "Plus"...
24 January 2008
Golf GTI is one of "10Best Cars of 2008"
The staff at US motoring magazine “Car and Driver” (January 2008 issue) have chosen the Golf GTI as one of the "2008 10Best Cars." The GTI had already made a return to this list last year...
22 January 2008
To the Point: The 7-Speed DSG
World's first 7-speed DSG for high-volume production – starting in the Golf; Significantly improved fuel economy and lower emissions thanks to DSG...
22 January 2008
Audi Puts Old Luxury on Notice with Super Bowl Ad
Audi of America Inc. will boldly declare its intention to redefine luxury in the automotive segment with its first Super Bowl ad in nearly 20 years, the company said today...
21 January 2008
Volkswagen Gears up for Sixth Consecutive Year as the Official Automotive Sponsor of the 2008 Sundance Film Festival
Volkswagen of America, Inc., long recognized for its roots in the creative arts, continues its tradition as a Presenting Sponsor at the 2008 Sundance Film Festival for the sixth consecutive year...
21 January 2008
Volkswagen Clinches Top Rankings in Latest Quality Surveys
Volkswagen stands for the highest standard in manufacturing quality – a fact illustrated by the most recent surveys conducted by leading testers...
18 January 2008
What Car? Award 2008: Double for Volkswagen
Yesterday Volkswagen scored victories all over Europe. At midday, Germany's automobile association ADAC presented its “Yellow Angel” award to Europe's biggest carmaker in Munich...
17 January 2008
Prize for TSI and DSG: “Yellow Angel 2008” Award for Volkswagen's Latest High-End Technologies
Volkswagen was today awarded the ADAC (German automobile club) "Yellow Angel 2008" prize. Europe's most successful carmaker won the award in the category "Innovation and Environment"...
16 January 2008
Bentley design director Dirk van Braeckel follows in famous footsteps
Dirk van Braeckel, director of design at Bentley Motors, has been awarded the prestigious European Automotive Design Award by Designers (Europe), in partnership with FEBIAC...
16 January 2008
Volkswagen announces the new Routan
Volkswagen is stepping on the gas in one of its most important markets. Just weeks after the successful premiere of the new Passat CC at the current NAIAS 2008...
14 January 2008
Bentley sets new global sales record in 2007
Strong growth in both emerging and traditional markets takes Bentley above 10,000 units for the first time. New sales record set in the UK market...
13 January 2008
Audi R8 V12 TDI Concept: Detroit 2008
Audi is presenting a revolution in the top class at the North American International Auto Show 2008 – the first 12-cylinder diesel engine in a high-performance roadgoing sports car...
13 January 2008
Sportiness Meets Elegance
Just a few days into the New Year Volkswagen is setting off its latest firework with today's world-exclusive launch of the new four-door Passat CC at the North American International Auto Show...
13 January 2008
World premiere of the Volkswagen CC
Volkswagen of America, Inc. welcomes the all-new CC, an evocative new coupe with sedan access and functionality. The CC features a muscular shoulder line...
13 January 2008
Automobili Lamborghini Announces In Detroit Another Record Year
The 2008 Detroit Motor Show is the right venue to announce Automobili Lamborghini's official sales figures for 2007: the sixth consecutive record selling year for the brand...
11 January 2008
The Audi TTS (Adapted with U.S. Info)
Audi is taking the wraps off a new sports car at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit on Sunday, January 13, 2008 with the Audi TTS, the top of the TT model line...
10 January 2008
Volkswagen Group China establishes new sales record with 910,491 vehicles
Volkswagen Group China achieved an all-time sales record with 910,491 vehicles (2006: 711,360, up 28 percent) delivered to customers in China Mainland and Hong Kong in 2007...
10 January 2008
Head of Sales Germany to leave Volkswagen
Stefan Müller (47), Head of Sales Germany at the Volkswagen Passenger Cars brand, will leave the company at his own request on March 31, 2008...
10 January 2008
2008 Audi U.S. Media Info Now Available
2008 Full-Line Media Information is now available via the Audi of America media website. Upon logging on to the home page of www.media.audiusa.com, the link is located in the upper right-hand corner...
10 January 2008
2008 Volkswagen GTI Named Among Car and Driver's 10Best Cars for 2008
Volkswagen of America, Inc. announced that the GTI has been named one of Car and Driver magazine's 10Best cars in its 26th annual competition. This is the fifth time the GTI has earned this distinction...
09 January 2008
Large lineup in New Delhi: Volkswagen presents ten India premieres at Auto Expo 2008
Today, at the Auto Expo 2008 in New Delhi Volkswagen is once again setting off new fireworks. Among those at the starting line are two absolute highlights: the UP! concept car...
09 January 2008
Dr. Michael Kern to leave Volkswagen board
Dr. Michael Kern (52), Member of the Board of Management of the Volkswagen Passenger Cars brand and General Representative of Volkswagen Aktiengesellschaft, will leave the company...
09 January 2008
Lamborghini Unveils Fashion Inspired Trends for their Gallardo and Murciélago Models
Automobili Lamborghini will present three brand-new examples of vehicle personalization, intentionally drawing inspiration from the most glamorous trends of the world of fashion...
04 January 2008
Safety Has Priority: Volkswagen Respects "Dakar" Cancellation
It is with great regret that Volkswagen acknowledges the cancellation of the 30th Dakar Rally...
03 January 2008
Volkswagen Reports December 2007 Sales Increase
Volkswagen of America, Inc. today announced December 2007 sales of 20,543 Volkswagen brand vehicles. This represents an increase of 3.0 percent over the 2006 figure of 19,942 units...
03 January 2008
The Dakar Rally Live on WWW.VOLKSWAGEN-MOTORSPORT.COM
When the Volkswagen teams are busy fighting for victory on Dakar Rally's hard and dusty desert tracks between the 5 and 20 January 2008, the rally fans are kept permanently up-to-date...
03 January 2008
Audi Sets U.S. Sales Record
Audi of America, Inc. set a sales record in the U.S. during 2007, according to the company. Audi dealers sold 93,506 new vehicles during 2007, up 3.8% over 2006, which will aid Audi globally...
03 January 2008
Kris Nissen: "Every Team Member Must Do A Perfect Job"
The clock ticks relentlessly from the start of the Dakar Rally on 5 January in Lisbon until the finish on 20 January in Dakar. Whoever loses the least amount of time, through navigation errors...
03 January 2008
Audi Surpasses 100,000 Cars Sold in China for the First Time
Audi achieved a new sales record in China in 2007, selling 101,996 cars in China (including Hong Kong) – a gain of about 25 percent compared to the previous year...
02 January 2008
Through a Sea of Sand: Volkswagen Well Equipped for "Dakar"
Through a sea of sand, longer and harder – the route to celebrate the thirtieth anniversary of the Dakar Rally demands a good portion of respect from the participants just days before the start...
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