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Does Volkswagen Own Lamborghini?

Volkswagen Auto Group parents a mighty team of manufacturers. But how steeped in the world of exotic performance cars is VW? Does Volkswagen own Lamborghini? When did Lamborghini Automobili first hit the scene? The history of this brand is just about as fun as it is to say. Officially Lamborghini Automobili began back in 1963. …
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Drunk Driver Takes Out a Ukrainian MiG Fighter Jet With Volkswagen

Drunk driving is stupid, selfish, reckless, and obviously, very dangerous. As stupid as driving under the influence is, it rarely results in any sort of military involvement, and even rarer still, involving fighter jets. Well, one alleged drunk driver in Ukraine got tangled up with a MiG and literally scrambled the jet with his VW …
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Watch the 2022 Volkswagen Golf R Shred Through Snow

While the standard Golf has been discontinued in the US, Volkswagen hasn’t left its hatchback buyers high and dry. In addition to the upcoming Mk8 GTI, we’re also getting the next-gen Volkswagen Golf R. And while the ongoing pandemic has made reviewing cars trickier, YouTube team The Straight Pipes still wanted to witness the Golf …
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Is Volkswagen a Luxury Brand?

Volkswagen is one of the most iconic automakers on the planet. Largely due to flagship models like the VW Bus and the Beetle, nearly anyone you ask will recognize the German-based manufacturer. But is Volkswagen a luxury brand?
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$30,000 Can Get You Fast Speed in the 2021 Volkswagen GTI

Supercars offer top speeds and high performance, but they also come with a high price tag. Luckily, some vehicles perform well and are still affordable. In fact, the 2021 Volkswagen GTI is number one on U.S. News’ list “Best Compact Cars for 2021.” Here’s what makes the 2021 GTI a standout. The 2021 Volkswagen GTI’s …
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Does Volkswagen Own Audi?

In the automotive industry, relationships are complicated. Various brands are buying, selling, and everything in between. Volkswagen and Audi are both well-known German car companies. But does Volkswagen Automotive Group own Audi? Let’s check out a little history of these two German brands. What is the relationship between the two? Here’s a brief background of …
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The 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan Already Has 2 Recalls

Recalls are a part of car ownership. No matter how much testing an automaker performs, problems inevitably arise when the vehicle hits the road full-time. But when a brand-new SUV, such as the 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan, already has two recalls and isn’t even a year old yet, that might signal trouble.  Both recalls aren’t exactly …
Beige cockpit in a 2021 Volkswagen Golf four-door hatchback

Does the Volkswagen Golf Have Apple CarPlay?

The Volkswagen Golf looks a little different from other hatchbacks, but that’s part of its charm. Its quirky, boxy figure sets it apart from the crowd and allows it to hold more cargo than the average compact car. It’s also fun to drive and even has a sportier counterpart, the Golf GTI. The regular Volkswagen …
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Does the Volkswagen Jetta Have Apple CarPlay?

Plenty of Volkswagen models received updated technology for 2021, including the Jetta. Higher trims received an all-new MIB3 infotainment system that’s even more user-friendly than before. Even better, they also include one important wireless feature: Apple CarPlay. Smartphone integration has become so popular that some shoppers won’t even consider a car without it. It’s mostly …
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Reliable VW Engines Aren’t Always Found in Volkswagens

Owning multiple brands doesn’t just let automakers like Volkswagen have more market share. It also means those brands can share technology, from platforms to powertrains. So, if you’re looking at a used Audi, it’s very likely it has the same engine as a Volkswagen. Naturally, that means it can suffer from the same issues. But …
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Rusty Monday: Oddities In Rust

This week’s Rusty Monday brings not so much rusty as ridiculous vehicles for your perusal. These oddities will hopefully never again haunt the highways and byways of the US. They are all a testament to people having too much time on their hands. Rust in peace, oh ye brave but butchered beasts.  Barris Eldorette Corvette …