HERNDON, Va., February 8, 2010 — Volkswagen of America, Inc. today announced the debut of the new 2012 Jetta GLI, which combines the comfort and sophistication of a Jetta with aggressive performance and handling in a sporty yet sleek package. The all-new Jetta GLI is the most differentiated Jetta GLI model ever made by Volkswagen. With a rich heritage that dates back to 1984, the new Jetta GLI is sure to appeal to both automotive enthusiasts and everyday drivers alike.
For more information on the 2012 Jetta GLI, visit the Jetta Blog: http://blogs.vw.com/jetta/category/2012-jetta-gli/
The Force: Volkswagen Commercial
A pint-sized Darth Vader uses the Force when he discovers the all-new 2012 Passat in the driveway. This award-winning commercial first aired during the 2011 Big Game. Watch our 2012 Game Day commercial here: http://vwoa.us/dogstrikesback
World Debut of All-New 2012 Passat
Wolfsburg / Herndon / Detroit — Volkswagen of America, Inc., today announced the world debut of the all-new Passat, a transformational car in Volkswagen's ambitious growth plan for the U.S. market.
Designed in Germany and made in America, the Passat was developed as a larger vehicle with premium features and handling characteristics that will perfectly match it with the tastes and lifestyles of Americans. It will be built in Chattanooga, Tenn., at the world's newest, most advanced and environmentally responsible auto assembly plant.
Find out why the all-new Passat is worth the wait at http://blogs.vw.com/2012-passat/#vwhsignup
Reactions to the all-new 2012 VW Jetta GLI
Last Thursday, Volkswagen invited fans from VWVortex and Facebook to the Chicago Auto Show Press Days for a prior-to-the-public, sneak peak of the new 2012 VW Jetta GLI. Finally there is empirical proof that moms/teachers/bosses who tell you to stop spending so much time with social media are just dead wrong. These bloggers, car freaks, and super-fans stepped out from behind the computer screen and in front of the camera. And here, in their own words (with a little encouragement from Danielle Gumro) is what they had to say about the 2012 Jetta GLI, its 2.0-liter turbocharged engine, red brake calipers and rockin' Fender Premium Sound System.
All-new 2011 Jetta Reveal Event
VW transformed Times Square into an urban oasis to reveal the all-new 2011 Jetta! More than you'd expect, for less than you'd expect.
Reveal of the all-new 2012 Jetta GLI
Volkswagen of America's CEO, Jonathan Browning, was on-hand at the 2011 Chicago Auto Show to unveil VW's newest addition to its performance lineup: the lighter, speedier and more accessible 2012 Jetta GLI. Available this summer, the GLI comes complete with VW's fun-to-drive 2.0-liter turbocharged engine, 18" alloy wheels, sunroof, dual zone climate control, heated V-Tex Leatherette seats and the Fender® Premium Audio System.
For more information about the 2012 Jetta GLI, check out the Jetta Blog at http://blogs.vw.com/jetta/category/2012-jetta-gli/
Volkswagen and The League Present: Win at All Costs: Lost
The all-new Volkswagen Passat and The League present: Win At All Costs. It's not how you play the game. It's whether you win or lose.
Lost: Kevin and Pete get lost while on a hike to reconcile their recent trash talking and find themselves unable to tinker with their lineup when Pete's cell phone battery gives out.
Volkswagen: Engineers of Emotion
Design that makes you feel cool. Performance that makes you feel energized. Forward-Thinking Technology. That's the Power of German Engineering.
Debut of the All-New 2012 Passat
Today at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Volkswagen introduced the world to the all-new 2012 Passat. The newest member of the VW family is roomier and sleeker than ever before, and is available for the first time as a TDI® Clean Diesel! What's more, it's made right here in the U.S.A. in our state-of-the-art Chattanooga, TN plant.
Find out why the all-new Passat is worth the wait at http://blogs.vw.com/2012-passat/#vwhsignup
Drivers Love the All-New 2012 Passat
We gave some VWvortex.com fans a chance to check out the all-new Passat, and they really liked what they saw.
2011 Touareg Hybrid: Rare Beast Habitat
As the world's first supercharged hybrid, the Touareg Hybrid is a Rare Beast.
To truly understand a beast, you must first experience the world through its eyes. Watch as Volkswagen Motorsport driver Ryan Arciero runs this Rare Beast through its paces, really putting it to the test.
Learn more at http://www.vw.com/hybrid
2012 North American International Auto Show
Volkswagen was in Detroit to debut the Jetta Hybrid and E-Bugster Concept Car at the North American International Auto Show. The 2012 line up was also available for guests to view.
E-Bugster Concept
The E-Bugster concept car was revealed at the 2012 North American International Auto Show. The name "E-Bugster" is a combination of "E" for electric, "Bug," the American nickname for the Beetle, and "speedster," which typically describes an open-top two-seater.
Klaus Bischoff and a bunch of car guys in suits
Most of you know Danielle Gumro, Volkswagen Product Specialist, as someone who can answer just about any question regarding a VW thrown at her. But to keep things interesting, we judo-flipped the script and sent her out on the floor of the 2011 North American International Auto show in Detroit armed with nothing more than a microphone to ask automotive insiders their opinion on the launch of the all-new 2012 Passat, and how it will affect the American mid-sized sedan market.
Danielle fought the crowds, and jockeyed for position with hoards of hungry journalists hunting for a tasty sound bite. When the chaos ended, she had a bucketful of behind-the-scene interviews from some heavy hitters in the automotive world. Check out some of the interviews with VW designers, executives, dealers, and automotive journalists here.
http://blogs.vw.com/passat/
The Ultimate "Oprah" Show Fan Gets a 21st Century Beetle
In November 2010, "The Oprah Winfrey Show" teased a silhouette of the 2012 Beetle as part of its final "Ultimate Favorite Things" episode. Then all 275 audience members received the surprise of their lives: a 21st Century Beetle of their own. Much rejoicing ensued.
One ultimate "Oprah" show fan, Justin, was picked to be in the audience that day, but there was a hitch: because Justin was five months shy of his 18th birthday, he wasn't allowed to attend. Even though he was disappointed, Justin wrote to the "Oprah" show producers and said, "Although I was not at the show, I know something bigger and better will happen." Maybe Justin should have said "something bigger and redder."
H2O International 2011
Thousands of die-hard fans piled into their modified VWs and made their annual pilgrimage to Berlin, MD for two days of contests, events and VW fellowship at H2O International.
