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Volkswagen looks to be returning to its roots with the recently unmasked up! concept. A rear-engined, three-door, four-seat city car, the up! evokes many of the key design elements and emotions of the original Beetle.

Source: Reuters (Adds Volkswagen disrupted, background) By Alistair Bell MEXICO CITY, Sept 11 (Reuters) - A leftist rebel group, the Popular Revolutionary Army, said it bombed Mexican oil and gas pipelines this ...

FRANKFURT (THOMSON FINANCIAL NEWS) - Volkswagen AG sees synergy potential in a possible alliance of its truck business with truck makers Scania AB and MAN AG, but will pursue any further steps very carefully, chief financial officer Hans Dieter Poetsch said.

Forward into the past? (Concept Cars)

Rachit Vats | agencyfaqs! | New Delhi, September 11, 2007 Germany’s auto major Volkswagen has entered the India market with its first model, Passat, and the company has hired Mudra DDB to handle the creative duties for the car brand.

The fashion house had teamed up previously with an automaker — back in 1991, on a limited edition of the Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet. The big new coupe, which is being introduced this week at the 2007 Frankfurt Auto Show , is badged Carlsson CK65 Eau Rouge.

Some of the biggest names in the corporate world have been hit hard by the dislocation in the commercial paper (CP) markets.

Hey every one with a older jetta or golf. I am a VW technician and You should try a fuel pump relay. I just had a friends car in the shop, a 1989 Golf 1.8. Would run for an hour and then stall while driving. It got towed to my shop and it started and ran fine. When I got it hot it would stall.

Hua Yang and her four-year-old son were on a shopping trip when the signal fell through the windshield of their Volkswagen Passat. Neither was seriously hurt.

Clutch went out at 50,000K. Malfunction Sensor light came on twice; took it to the dealer both times. Replaced glow plugs, coils etc. Front bumper came off.

Volkswagen of America Inc.'s Sept. 6 announcement that it plans to move its headquarters from the Detroit area to Herndon came as a nice surprise to most people eager to see another big corporate name appear along the Dulles corridor.

Volkswagen of America's secret hunt for a new U.S. headquarters began last November in a conference room at the Ronald Reagan Building & International Trade Center in downtown Washington.

Toys R Us is expanding its effort to help parents find toys that are fun and developmentally beneficial for special-needs children.

PETALING JAYA: Securing a partnership with German auto giant Volkswagen is important for Proton’s survival, said a local analyst. He said there now appeared to be light at the end of the tunnel, with Proton being hopeful of sealing the deal by year-end.

Volkswagen of America Inc. is moving its U.S. corporate headquarters from Michigan to the Herndon area.

After kick-starting its Indian operations by unveiling the luxury sedan, Passat, recently, Europe's largest car maker Volkswagen is betting big on sourcing cost-effective automotive components from India. A source close to the company said Volkswagen was planning to use local components for its vehicles in India. It might also look at making the country a major sourcing hub for global operations, ...

After kick-starting its Indian operations by unveiling the luxury sedan, Passat, recently, Europe's largest car maker Volkswagen is betting big on sourcing cost-effective automotive components from India. A source close to the company said Volkswagen was planning to use local components for its vehicles in India.

2007-09-09 08:13:37 Malaysia has 'good feeling' about Proton-Volkswagen pact

2007-09-09 08:13:37 Malaysia has 'good feeling' about Proton-Volkswagen pact KUALA LUMPUR (Thomson Financial) - Malaysia on Saturday expressed optimism about securing a partnership for loss-making car maker Proton with German auto giant Volkswagen, with high-level talks planned in the coming weeks.

KUALA LUMPUR (Thomson Financial) - Malaysia on Saturday expressed optimism about securing a partnership for loss-making car maker Proton with German auto giant Volkswagen, with high-level talks planned in the coming weeks.

HERNDON, Va. — Volkswagen is moving its North American headquarters out of the Detroit area — the nation's automotive capital — to the suburbs of the nation's capital and will cut 400 jobs in the process, the German automaker said last...

Don't call the Volkswagen New Beetle convertible a "chick car." Sure, women do seem to love it, and say they get lots of attention with the top down. But guys like it, too, including me, and I'm not the least bit embarrassed to be seen in it.

MY 1997 Volkswagen Golf backfires through the exhaust as soon as the engine is started up in the morning. The backfiring stops after the engine has warmed up. Hence, it never backfires at the mechanic’s, making a diagnosis impossible.

Style, function and a fun ride are what you can expect from the Volkswagen Cross Polo.

Long ago my possessions amounted to little more than one beat-up Volkswagen Beetle and a sleeping bag. Since I had little money, stores offered only eye candy. So I took fresh stock of what grew in the free lands along roadsides, in ditches, abandoned parking lots, between cracks in the pavement and in vacant lots.

A Proton car. Malaysia on Saturday expressed optimism about securing a partnership for loss-making carmaker Proton with German auto giant Volkswagen, with high-level talks planned in the coming weeks

I bought the car for $500, no rust, rebuilt engine, no dents, California car. Drove the car everywhere. My brother (who drove the car for 4 years) took his wife to Quebec City in winter (smart?). Out of 4 cars that went there, one returned, the Beetle.

A Proton car. Malaysia on Saturday expressed optimism about securing a partnership for loss-making carmaker Proton with German auto giant Volkswagen, with high-level talks planned in the coming weeks

FRANKFURT, Germany — Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles plans to show a seven-seat utility vehicle, based on the division's Transporter, at the 2007 Frankfurt Auto Show . The company calls it "a rugged and versatile family car" that combines panel-van utilitarianism with minivan comfort.

VOLKSWAGEN has revived its interest in car-maker Proton, arranging imminent talks with the state investment body controlling the Malaysian company to discuss joint projects or taking a stake in the company.

BERLIN — Apple Inc. and German automaker Volkswagen AG are discussing the possibility of building an "iCar," which would feature products by the producer of the ubiquitous iPod personal music player.

Driven! Volkswagen GTI W12-650

Frankfurt September 6, 2007; Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles is set to unveil the versatile new seven seat Caddy Maxi Life at the upcoming Frankfurt Motor Show. Forging a link between the larger Transporter model the new Caddy Maxi Life, despite its modest dimensions, is capable of carrying up to seven people in comfort plus their luggage.

FRANKFURT, Sept 7 (Reuters) - Germany's Volkswagen , the world's fourth-largest carmaker, has arranged high-level talks in coming weeks on further steps towards linking up with Malaysian carmaker Proton .

FRANKFURT, Sept 7 (Reuters) - Volkswagen , the world's fourth largest carmaker, arranged high-level meetings in the coming weeks to discuss further steps towards linking up with Malaysian carmaker Proton .

Expected to eliminate 400 jobs.

Volkswagen of America has announced a new strategy for the US market, including the relocation of corporate headquarters from Auburn Hills, Michigan, to Herndon, Virginia.

WASHINGTON - Volkswagen AG's plan to move its North American headquarters from Michigan marks the latest setback for a state that has struggled with the loss of manufacturing jobs and one of the nation's weakest economies.

Volkswagen is moving its North American headquarters out of the Detroit area -- the nation's automotive capital -- to the suburbs of the nation's capital and will cut 400 jobs in the process.

Northern Virginia's Dulles corridor, mainly known for its Internet firms and other high-tech businesses, will be home to a major automaker next year.

HERNDON, Va. (AP) - Volkswagen is moving its North American headquarters out of the Detroit area - the nation's automotive capital - to the suburbs of the nation's capital and will cut 400 jobs in the process, the German automaker said yesterday. Volkswagen of America's move from Auburn Hills, Mich.

Stefan Jacoby, CEO of Volkswagen of America, said most of its buyers are on the East Coast.

Volkswagen is moving its North American headquarters out of the Detroit area to the suburbs of the nation's capital and will cut 400 jobs in the process, the German automaker said Thursday. Volkswagen of America's move from Auburn Hills, Mich., to Herndon, Va., will begin in April 2008 and be completed by the end of next year, the company said. It said that 600 of the current 1,400 staff will ...

Volkswagen is moving its North American headquarters out of the Detroit area — the nation's automotive capital — to the suburbs of the nation's capital and will cut 400 jobs in the process, the German automaker said Thursday.

AUBURN HILLS, Mich. — Volkswagen has decided to move its U.S. headquarters out of the Detroit area in favor of an East Coast site in Herndon, Virginia. Some 400 jobs will be lost in the move, VW said.

WASHINGTON (AP) — Volkswagen AG’s plan to move its North American headquarters from Michigan marks the latest setback for a state that has struggled with the loss of manufacturing jobs and one of the nation’s weakest economies.

The German automaker is moving its American headquarters from the suburbs of Detroit to Virginia.

Governor Timothy M. Kaine today announced that Volkswagen of America, Inc. will invest more than $100 million to relocate its U.S. corporate headquarters to Fairfax County.

AUBURN HILLS, Mich. — Volkswagen has decided to move its U.S. headquarters out of the Detroit area in favor of an East Coast site in Herndon, Virginia. Some 400 jobs will be lost in the move, VW said.

HERNDON, Va. (AP) - Volkswagen is moving its North American headquarters from Michigan to Virginia next year and will cut 400 jobs, the German automaker said Thursday.

Attempting to move closer to its consumer base, a published report says Volkswagen AG plans to move from its North American headquarters in Michigan to Northern Virginia.

Volkswagen is moving its North American headquarters from Michigan to Virginia next year to be closer to its customer base, the German automaker said Thursday.

A published report says Volkswagen AG plans on moving its North American headquarters from Michigan to northern Virginia.

Volkswagen AG is moving its North American headquarters from Michigan to northern Virginia so it can attract a skilled young work force and get closer to its customers, The Washington Post reported Thursday.

DETROIT-AP — Volkswagen is moving its North American headquarters from Michigan to northern Virginia. Volkswagen of America CEO Stefan Jacoby and Virginia Governor Tim Kaine are to hold a morning media event to announce the move.

NEW YORK, September 6 (newratings.com) – European car giant Volkswagen AG ( VOW.ETR ) Thursday announced plans to move its US headquarters to Virginia from Michigan and eliminate 400 jobs.

FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va.--Virginia Governor Timothy Kaine announced today that Volkswagen of America, Inc. will move its U.S. corporate headquarters to Fairfax County.

AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Sept. 6 -- Volkswagen of America, Inc. today announced that as part of its new strategic direction, the Company will relocate its U.S. corporate headquarters to Virginia and also streamline and restructure its U.S. operations.

Volkswagen to invest more than $100 million, create 400 jobs Governor Timothy M. Kaine today announced that Volkswagen of America, Inc. will invest more than $100 million to relocate its U.S. corporate headquarters to Fairfax County. The new 185,000-square-foot facility in Woodland Park business park will serve as the U.S. headquarters for Volkswagen of America, Inc., and will include the U.S. ...

VW is moving its American headquarters from Michigan to Virginia.

DETROIT -- Volkswagen is moving its North American headquarters from Michigan to northern Virginia.

Volkswagen plans to move its main U.S. operation out of suburban Detroit and relocate in northern Virginia near Washington, a report said.The move is seen by observers as a new blow to Detroit's troubled economy. Volkswagen, on the other hand, wants to be closer to itrs traditional East Coast customers to help its money-losing U.S. operation, The Wall Street Journal said Thursday.It also likely ...

Volkswagen is moving its North American headquarters from Michigan to Virginia next year and will cut 400 jobs, the German automaker said Thursday.

Volkswagen plans to move its main U.S. operation out of suburban Detroit and relocate in northern Virginia near Washington, a report said. The move is seen by observers as a new blow to Detroit's troubled economy. Volkswagen, on the other hand, wants to b...

Volkswagen of America, Inc. today announced that as part of its new strategic direction, the Company will relocate its U.S. corporate headquarters to Virginia and also streamline and restructure its U.S. operations.

Volkswagen plans to move its main U.S. operation out of suburban Detroit and relocate in northern Virginia near Washington, a reporrt says.

Volkswagen is moving its North American headquarters from Michigan to northern Virginia in hopes of attracting a skilled young work force and to get closer to its customers.

FRANKFURT (Thomson Financial) - Volkswagen AG said it is cutting 400 jobs in the US and shifting its main site there to help raise profitability at its US operations.

Volkswagen is moving its North American headquarters from Michigan to northern Virginia, a company official told The Associated Press on Thursday.

I found myself on carsurvey. org everyday while trying to make the decision to buy this car for my girlfriend for not for about 6 months. I repeatedly discouraged myself because of the negative comments that I have seen about these cars on here.

LANSING -- Volkswagen AG is moving its North American headquarters from Michigan to northern Virginia so it can attract a skilled young work force and get closer to its customers, The Washington Post reported Thursday.

Volkswagen’s decision to move its headquarters to the East Coast was made way before incoming CEO Stefan Jacoby met with Michigan Gov. Jennifer Granholm last night.

Volkswagen AG is moving its North American headquarters from Michigan to northern Virginia to attract a younger skilled workforce.

Report: VW Offices Leaving Mich. for Va. LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Volkswagen AG is moving its North American headquarters from Michigan to northern Virginia in hopes of attracting a skilled young work force and to get closer to its customers, The Washington Post reported Thursday.

LANSING, Mich.—Volkswagen AG is moving its North American headquarters from Michigan to northern Virginia in hopes of attracting a skilled young work force and to get closer to its customers, The Washington Post reported Thursday.

Volkswagen AG is moving its North American headquarters from Michigan to northern Virginia in hopes of attracting a skilled young work force and to get closer to its customers, The Washington Post reported Thursday.

New York - Volkswagen of America is expected to move its headquarters from Auburn Hills near Detroit in Michigan to Herndon near Washington, The Wall Street Journal reported Thursday. The move will involve an investment of 100 million dollars, accord...

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LANSING — Amid speculation that Volkswagen AG will move its North American headquarters out of Michigan, Gov. Jennifer Granholm is scheduled to meet Sept. 12 with the company’s top U.S. executive.

LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Amid speculation that Volkswagen AG will move its North American headquarters out of Michigan, Gov. Jennifer Granholm is scheduled to meet Wednesday evening with the company’s top U.S. executive.

Volkswagen is set to announce Thursday that it will move its headquarters from Detroit to the D.C. area.

LANSING, Mich. -- Amid speculation that Volkswagen AG will move its North American headquarters out of Michigan, Gov. Jennifer Granholm is scheduled to meet Wednesday evening with the...

Mumbai, Sept. 5 : Volkswagen, Europe’s largest car maker, plans to launch a small car in India and has already started the process of developing it.

Volkswagen Canada is pleased to announce that its sales totalled 3,672 new units for August 2007, compared with 3,623 new units in August 2006, an increase of 1.4%. This also translates into a gain in YTD sales from 22,408 in August of 2006 to 26,523 units in August of 2007, an increase of 21.6%.

Michigan Gov. Jennifer Granholm plans to meet Wednesday night with Stefan Jacoby, the new CEO of Volkswagen of America Inc., but Oakland County Executive L.

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles is celebrating a new Caddy dimension at the 2007 International Motor Show (IAA) for passenger cars. The Caddy Maxi Life.

Volkswagen’s entry into the Indian market is a case of being better late than never.

Luxury sedan: Mr Kevin Rose (right), Executive Director, International Sales, Volkswagen Passenger Cars, Volkswagen AG, and Mr Jorg Muller, President Volkswagen India, unveiling the first locally assembled Passat sedan in Mumbai on Wednesday.

Mumbai, Sept 5: Volkswagen India on Wednesday launched its premium segment sedan Passat diesel in India in two variants. Priced at Rs 22.35 lakh and Rs 24.35 lakh (ex showroom Delhi) respectively, both the Passat variants will sport a four cylinder TDi 2.0 litre Highline engines.

Executive Director International Sales Volkswagen AG Kevin Rose speaks during the launch function of the Passat in Mumbai. Europe's largest car maker Volkswagen on Wednesday announced the launch of its first locally assembled premium car, the Passat Sedan, in India.

Europe's largest car maker Volkswagen on Wednesday announced the launch of its first locally assembled premium car, the Passat Sedan, in India. Volkswagen said India's fast-growing car market was an important area for expansion by the company.

German carmaker Volkswagen plans to announce Thursday that it will relocate its U.S. headquarters from suburban Detroit to a new office building near Dulles International Airport built and owned by Tishman Speyer, sources close to the deal confirmed Wednesday.

The increasingly complicated electronics our society relies on have given rise to the geeks - the essential technicians who set up our gadgets, including TVs, computers and hand-held devices. Steve Kroft reports.

A taxi driver who died of a heart attack after arguing with a passenger was due to retire, say his family.

A MAN was arrested on suspicion of drink driving after an incident in Chard last night that left a car on its roof and two people injured. Police say a Vauxhall Nova overturned after a collision with a Volkswagen Passat at Catch Gate Lane at 6.20pm.

It came with a misaligned headlamp. It came with the brake proportioning valve incorrectly adjusted and the rear wheels locked very easily (no ABS). The trunk light some times does not turn on when opening the rear hatch.

It felt like a Volkswagen. It turned out to be a near-record catch. Birmingham native Bob Schaffeld, a local native who graduated from Eufaula High School, harvested an alligator recently from Lake Eufaula that tipped the scales at 540 pounds and measured 12 feet, 8 ¾ inches.

Kipp Wierenga has succeeded against all odds.

Volkswagen want to lure at least six teams to use their engine in 2008, a target that will no doubt be helped by their point-scoring return to competition.

You'll have to form an orderly cue for this cult Volkswagen! It’s a full-size pool table which uses a Sixties camper as its base. The shortened and narrowed car has had all of its mechanicals removed, while lifting the engine cover reveals storage for the balls.

VW Headed for Nation's Capitol

VW's Bluemotion diesel technology is as economical as it is environmentally friendly

Rick Werner, of Payson, shows off several magazines which have featured his 1956 Volkswagen to Beaver Valley Day visitors Saturday. Some of the Payson Car Club vehicles were on display as part of the festival.

iPod, iPhone -- and iCar? Apple and Volkswagen are mulling the possible of building a new vehicle called the "iCar," which will feature products from the maker of the ubiquitous iPod.

MUNICH, Germany — Automotive cabling systems manufacturer Leoni Bordnetz Systeme (Nuremberg, Germany) is in negotiations about an acquisition of its competitor Valeo Connective Systems. The deal could be concluded in current year, the company said.

The U.S. subsidiary of German automaker Volkswagen AG spent more than $311,000 in the first half of 2007 to lobby the federal government, according to a disclosure form.

A Volkswagen spokesman denied industry news reports that the German automaker would soon announce plans to relocate its North American headquarters to the Washington area.

FRANKFURT (Thomson Financial) - Volkswagen AG said its unit sales in the US in August fell 7.5 pct to 21,655 vehicles. In the first eight months of this year unit sales in the country declined 3.6 pct.

Sept. 4 (Bloomberg) -- Germany's benchmark DAX Index gained for a fifth day. Deutsche Bank AG led financial stocks higher after the bank's Chief Executive Officer Josef Ackermann said there are signs that financial markets are stabilizing from ``turbulent'' conditions.

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A 75-year-old Jensen Beach man suffered a heart attack at the wheel of his 2002 Volkswagen on Jensen Beach Boulevard this morning, crossing in front of two lanes of traffic before hitting a small tree, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Volkswagen of America, Inc. today announced August 2007 sales of 21,655 vehicles, representing a decrease of 7.5 percent over August 2006 unit sales of 23,420. On a year-to-date basis, Volkswagen brand vehicle sales are down 3.6 percent through August.

BOSTON - Septembet 4, 2007: Whether it was a Volkswagen Beetle or a Dodge Charger, parents typically recall their first car as a young adult with great fondness.

A WOMAN had to be taken to hospital after three cars were involved in a crash on the Dunstable Road near Redbourn yesterday morning. The crash, which involved a black Ford Mondeo, a white Vauxhall Astra and a yellow Volkswagen Passat, happened at 7.44am near the Herts County Showground.

One of the most successful rock bands of all time will perform at the International Volkswagen Minibus Meeting to be held at the Hanover Exhibition Centre from 5 to 7 October 2007.

The Golf R32 is so fast, you won’t have time to listen to a whole album. At least, that’s the thinking behind this promotional CD for Volkswagen’s hot hatch. Its new Short Car Songs disc contains only three tracks: One Green Bottle, It’s A Long Way To Tip and She’ll Be Coming Round The Mountain.

Berlin - Car shows might no longer be a domain largely for men. Indeed, organizers of this year's Frankfurt Motor Show are linking up with a leading German women's magazine, Brigitte, to create a special lounge for female visitors to what is one of t...

Wolfsburg, Germany - Volkswagen will unveil its most economical Golf to date with a fuel consumption of 4.5 litres and 119 g/km CO2 at the Frankfurt Motor Show next month, the car maker has announced. Consumption has been reduced by 0.6 litres compar...

Beijing - No car market is growing faster than China's, and nowhere is the competition tougher. China is currently the hottest embattled car market in the world, said Winfried Vahland, Volkswagen boss in China. ...

World Champion Paolo Bettini (Quick.Step-Innergetic) intends on adding more Vuelta a España stage victories to his palmares in preparation for this month's World Championships in Stuttgart, Germany after taking his third stage win at the Grand Tour on yesterday's Stage 3. Bettini took his first Vuelta stage win in 2005 on Stage 16 for his Belgian squad, adding a second victory on Stage 2 during ...

Dulles corridor headquarters to be announced Thursday. (Daily Auto News)

Volkswagen mechanics repair a machine at the Forest factory in Brussels in 2006. Manufacturing activity in the 13-nation eurozone lost momentum in August as a strong euro, firm oil prices and rising interest rates took their toll on the sector, according to a new survey.

AUBURN HILLS, Mich. — It's a novel idea for an automaker — and one that is bound to make environmentalists like Al Gore happy. Volkswagen has announced it will plant an actual forest to help atone for the carbon footprint of its vehicles.

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 3 (Bernama) -- National car manufacturer Proton Holdings Bhd and German auto giant Volkswagen AG are in the midst of resolving sensitive issues in their ongoing talks to form a strategic alliance, Second Finance Minister, Tan Sri Nor Mohamed Yakcop said today.

(Corrects to clarify that issues "being resolved", not have been resolved) KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 3 (Reuters) - Sensitive issues are being resolved in talks between government agencies and Germany's Volkswagen over selling a stake in state-controlled carmaker Proton Holdings Bhd , Second Finance Minister Nor Mohamed Yakcop said on Monday.

(Corrects to clarify that issues "being resolved", not have been resolved)

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 3 (Reuters) - Sensitive issues have been resolved in talks between government agencies and Germany's Volkswagen over selling a stake in state-controlled carmaker Proton Holdings Bhd , Second Finance Minister Nor Mohamed Yakcop said on Monday.

The Americans were already planning a little party back at the hotel to celebrate Shayla Worley's 17th birthday. That, though, seemed a tad tame. So they invited a few thousand of their closest friends to join in on the fun, turning the world gymnastics championships into their very own bash. "There's no better gift than to be able to compete at a world championships on your birthday," Worley ...

WINSLOW -- A Blue Anchor man was injured early Sunday when the car he was driving struck a utility pole, police said.

POMONA - The trial of an El Monte man accused of killing two people after leading police on a high-speed chase is expected start Tuesday. Juan Carlos Dena, 24, fled from El Monte police in a suspected stolen Toyota pickup truck three days after Christmas last year, officials said.

I love it! Very cute and fast!

Race results for the second Formula 3 Euroseries race at the Nurburgring.

SUTTON - When Carrick McCullough won the MSN/Live Earth video contest with his home video about eco-friendly lawn mowing, the prize was two free tickets to the Live Earth concert at Giants Stadium. Unfortunately, he wasn't old enough to attend.

Apple and German automaker Volkswagen are discussing the possibility of building an "iCar" that would feature products by the maker of the iPod music player.

POMONA - The trial of an El Monte man accused of killing two people after leading police on a high-speed chase is expected start Tuesday. Juan Carlos Dena, 24, fled from El Monte police in a suspected stolen Toyota pickup truck three days after Christmas last year, officials said.

The scorecard is in, and the numbers are not pretty. A new report to Congress says the Iraqi government, when it comes to meeting key nation-building...

German sports car maker Porsche aims to raise its stake in German car maker Volkswagen to 51 per cent, Der Spiegel reports.

Apple Inc. and German automaker Volkswagen AG are discussing the possibility of building an “iCar” that would feature products by the producer of the ubiquitous iPod personal music player.

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Perfection!!! I will only own a jetta!

The first problem I had at about 40000 KM. Was the dual mass fly wheel separated on my vehicle. At about 55000 KM, my clutch started to go and it was replaced.