2015 Golf named Motor Trend’s Car of the Year
Described as a “Jackrabbit of all trades,” the 2015 Volkswagen Golf family has nabbed Motor Trend’s top honor of the year. Each year the magazine goes about finding the best vehicle of that year by looking at six different categories, advancement in design, engineering excellence, efficiency, safety, value and performance of intended function.
The Volkswagen Golf beat out nine other finalists to be named Car of the Year for 2015. The finalists came from all different classes of vehicles. Four luxury vehicles were among the finalists; the Audi A3, the Hyundai Genesis, Maserati Ghibli and the Mercedes Benz C Class. There were three sporty vehicles in the running: the BMW 2 Series, the Ford Mustang, and the Lexus RC F. The Honda Fit was the lone finalist from the economy class. The Kia Sedona was the only minivan in the finals.
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Many of us consider our dogs to be part of our families. In fact, according to an American Pet Products Association survey, over one third of pet owners regularly bring their pets on overnight trips. If you’re among those who travel with your dog, or are thinking of bringing your dog with you when you hit the road this holiday, we’ve got 5 quick tips for bringing the family dog on the holiday road trip.
According to AAA, more than thirty percent of Americans travel fifty miles or more for the holidays. Over the past three years the percentage of those opting to drive instead of fly has nearly quadrupled. If you are among the road warriors this holiday season, your Volkswagen navigation system can help you make the most of the journey, instead of focusing on the destination.
Why Are My Volkswagen Tires Losing Air?
As the seasons change and the heat of summer gives way to cooler temperatures, it’s important to keep an eye on the pressure in your tires. It has been noted that air pressure in a tire typically goes down 1-2 pounds for every 10 degrees of temperature change.
This drop in pressure can result in numerous hazards for you and your vehicle. Improper pressure can cause increased tire wear, which has a negative effect on the way the car handles, but also shortens the life of the tire. Driving with your pressure too low also causes more of the tire to be in contact with the road, which reduces gas mileage. It can also cause tires to flex more which can lead to tread separation, a blowout, or loss of control.
Daylight Saving Time came to an end last week. If you are like most, one of the last lingering reminders of this time change is the incorrect time showing on the dash of your Volkswagen. Thanks to your user- friendly Volkswagen dealer in Baton Rouge, you don’t have to be the person who has to remember their clock is off by an hour for the next six months. Here is a quick tutorial on resetting your clock.
5 Reasons to Buy a Passat in Baton Rouge
Have you ever gone into a store and been somewhat unsure of what you were going to buy? Maybe it’s a shirt, a dress, something for your home; you are just waiting for something to speak to you. Sometimes it could be the features listed on the outside of a box, maybe it’s the way a shirt is displayed on a mannequin or just the feel of the fabric on the hanger. Shopping for a car is similar in a lot of ways. At first you may just want to glance at the sticker, perusing the list of features, functions and statistics. Now that you’re intrigued it’s time to sit in the driver’s seat. Lastly, and most importantly, just as you would try on that dress before you bring it home, it’s time for a test drive. Just as you would spin in front of the mirror in the dressing room, counting the reasons that justify your soon-to-be latest purchase; here are 5 reasons to buy a Volkswagen Passat in Baton Rouge.
Whether you’ve taken your last walk from Middleton Library to Lockett Hall or have finished studying at the Norman Mayer building; once you’ve been in A.W. Mumford Stadium as a student for the last time or taken a final walk through Friendship Circle with your backpack in tow, one thing is certain and that is there will be some big changes in store as you transition from student to proud alumnus. Graduating college is an exciting time. In addition to finding that perfect spot on your wall for your new degree, sending out resumes and going on job interviews, it may very well also be time for a new car. Having a safe, reliable, efficient vehicle to get home from school, to a new job, to a new city to anywhere in your new life is often easier said than done however. Well Baton Rouge’s Volkswagen dealer has just the car and just the program for you.
Preowned Vehicle Warranties in Baton Rouge
Buying a car is an exciting event. At Baton Rouge’s Volkswagen dealership it really is an experience to be enjoyed. There is something to be said for the feeling you get when you first lay eyes on the car you’ve been looking for, and even more so when it’s in your favorite color. While the exhilaration of sliding behind the wheel is immense, when you purchase a pre-owned car there can still be a little trepidation as to what you may be getting yourself into.
Of course what caught your eye was the dazzling paint, freshly waxed and sparkling in the sun. The interior is vacuumed and spotless. You pop the hood and take a look at the clean purring engine and this certified preowned Volkswagen does more than drive like a dream, it looks like one too. However, although everything passes the eyeball test, the components and elements that drive the car and their condition are more difficult to grasp. This could be a cause a for concern if you weren’t purchasing a preowned vehicle that comes with JD Power and Associates’ best extended warranty.
Making a car purchase is a big decision. But, with so many options to choose from – like whether or not you should lease or buy – car shopping often gets a bad reputation as a stressful activity. However, it doesn’t have to be a headache. Instead, it should be an exciting experience that’s fun and engaging. At Southpoint Volkswagen our team is dedicated to making the car buying experience easy and enjoyable by providing our customers with car buying tips.
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