No, it doesn’t mean ‘People’s Car’, it means ‘Properly Built Alternatives To Contemporary Brit Tat’. VW has been responsible for raising the engineering, build and reliability standards of ordinary cars. It’s still up there, but now finds itself surrounded on the podium by more and more genius upstarts.

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New Euro NCAP rules may bring back physical car buttons
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New Euro NCAP rules may bring back physical car buttons

A new safety scoring structure may encourage carmakers to bring back physical buttons for important features.

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Electric

New ID. Every1 is set to roll out as VW’s entry-level EV

It’s still a concept, and it’s only expected to reach production stages in 2027.

VW’s new compact SUV to be named the ‘Tengo’
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News

VW’s Tera compact SUV: A budget-friendly answer to China’s dominance

It’s the brand’s answer to the growing competition, offering a competitive alternative to Chinese products.

VW’s Tiguan range bolstered with potent 2.0-litre engines
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News

VW’s Tiguan range bolstered with potent 2.0-litre engines

The new engines are sure to elevate the driving experience and cater to a variety of needs.

Opinion: Touchscreen infotainment screens suck
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Opinion: Touchscreen infotainment screens suck

Nowadays, driving is about navigating around technology.

Volkswagen Indaba 2025
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News

Volkswagen Indaba 2025

VWGA reveals its 2025 roadmap.

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Electric

A glimpse at what will be VW’s cheapest EV

Unfortunately, details about the car remain scarce, including its official name.

The finalists for the 2025 SA Car of the Year announced
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News

The finalists for the 2025 SA Car of the Year announced

The 2025 finalists will now have to undergo an intense 3-day evaluation process to test their capabilities.

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Volkswagen T-Cross 1.0TSI Style

T-Crossed and checked

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