5 tips to increase your gas mileage
As summer approaches, that usually means vacation time for the family. When considering your vacation destination, cost is almost always a factor. This often ends up leaving people grounded, nudging them towards opting for a road trip instead of flying. But, even if you go “Griswold,” you still want to keep your cost down. One of the ways to do that is to maximize your gas mileage before you hit the road. So, we have put together a list of 5 tips to increase your gas mileage.
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There are times where a car can go from one model year to the next with few, if any, noticeable changes. But, from time to time, car makers decide it is time to raise the bar. That is exactly what Volkswagen did in moving from the 2015 to the 2016 Passat. When taking a look at what is new with the new Passat, we found quite a bit worth sharing. The 2016 Passat offers new styling inside and out as well as a host of new connectivity and driver assistance features.
5 things you didn’t know about the Volkswagen Beetle
Very few cars can claim to have as storied and rich of a history as the Volkswagen Beetle. From its inception to its modern concept, the Beetle has been one of, if not the most recognizable cars in the world. This recognition has allowed the Beetle to adopt a personality and life of its own. Sure, it’s fun, sporty, and safe, but there’s so much more to it than that. Along with any storied history, there are a few details you might not have known so we have put together 5 things you didn’t know about the Volkswagen Beetle.
It’s that time of year again. After hours of checking and sorting, you’ve filed your taxes and can finally stop biting your nails. Now that your heart’s beating normally again and that tension headache is subsiding, it’s time to decide what to do with the tax refund your hard work has earned over the past year.
With that refund padding your pocket, you’ve got the time and money to take a long hard look at your purchases. Replace your old TV or laptop or tablet! There are so many gadgets on the market, that tension migraine might rear its ugly head just thinking about all of your options…
So how about turning your attention to something you depend on every day? You trust your car with your life and your family, but is it trustworthy still?
When it comes to the SUV market, Volkswagen is known for two main options, their compact crossover, the Tiguan, and their midsize Toureg. But, There is about to be a new option on the market, and some in the media are taking notice. Coming soon, crossover and SUV lovers will be able to get a closer look at the Tiguan GTE, which recently made its debut at the North American International Auto Show in January.
As the Super Bowl approaches, anticipation for all facets of the overall event starts to build. There is the game itself, the pomp and circumstance surrounding the entire week, the all-out media circus surrounding Super Bowl week, the viewing parties on Super Bowl Sunday, and of course, the commercials that air during the game itself. Super Bowl commercials are as talked about as the game itself. They are remembered, critiqued, ranked, and some go down as the greatest of all time. With Super Bowl 50 just around the corner, we’ve been seeing some of those critiques and rankings pop up, and sure enough, Volkswagen ranks among the Super Bowl’s best of all time.
Every year, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) releases their list of top safety picks. To qualify as a top safety pick, a vehicle must earn good ratings in five crashworthiness tests: small overlap front, moderate overlap front, side, roof strength and head restraints. It also needs a basic rating for front crash prevention. To qualify as a top safety pick plus, a vehicle must earn good ratings in the five crashworthiness tests and an advanced or superior rating for front crash prevention. Volkswagen routinely finds its vehicles represented on IIHS lists every year, and 2016 is no exception. The Passat, Jetta, GTI, and Golf all qualify as IIHS top safety picks plus for 2016.
Should I Get My Car Serviced At The Dealership?
When it comes to getting your vehicle repaired, there has always been a battle of where to go; a garage or the dealership where you bought the vehicle. The local garage may demonstrate a number of advantages in their advertising trying to attract your business, but our dealership has its own list of reasons for your business. So, to answer the question, “should I get my car services at the dealership?” We are giving you six benefits of choosing your dealership over a garage.
A number of factors go into the car purchasing process. Shoppers weigh the benefits of different makes and models, different dealerships, and financing options. One question that many people ask along the way is, how much of a down payment do I need to buy a car? The answer to this question can be simultaneously simple and varied. We have put together a quick and easy guide explaining some of the more important things to consider when determining how much down payment you should make when purchasing a car.
One of the trade-offs in shopping for a new car is power versus fuel efficiency. Traditionally, if you want more power, you have to sacrifice miles per gallon to get it. That is not the case with the 2016 Jetta as Volkswagen is adding power without sacrificing fuel efficiency.
The new Volkswagen Jetta is taking the next steps in performance upgrades, and they are doing so by making a major change under the hood. With the 2016 Jetta, Volkswagen is moving from a naturally aspirated engine to a turbocharged injection engine.
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