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[ See image gallery at www.vwvortex.com ] World premiere in Geneva: The Caddy TGI is the first city delivery van equipped with a CNG drive system and a dual-clutch gearbox (DSG) Short wheelbase and Maxi versions available ex works Quasi-monovalent 1.4 l engine with 81 kW output and taxi-compatible, six-speed DSG New Caddy Alltrack also available with a natural gas drive system Geneva/Hanover – The new Caddy TGI BlueMotion from Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles is the first vehicle in its segment to be equipped with a dual-clutch gearbox. The Hanover-based manufacturer will present this new combination of an alternative natural-gas drive system and six-speed DSG as a world premiere at the 2016 Geneva International Motor Show. Long-range king at Lake Geneva: The Caddy TGI BlueMotion, a family/city delivery van that runs on either CNG or bio-natural gas, is, besides its manual gearbox, now available for the first time with the DSG dual-clutch gearbox, which makes it unique in its seg...

[ See image gallery at www.vwvortex.com ] Optionally available with 4MOTION all-wheel drive technology Off-road feeling in all variants State-of-the-art technologies Hanover/Vienna, February 2016 – From beautiful countryside to city traffic: get into the new Caddy Alltrack and forget your everyday worries. The Alltrack always offers a taste of freedom coupled with a holiday mood, optionally available with all-wheel drive 4MOTION. The ‘adventure variant’ of the Caddy launched three years ago with the designation ‘Cross’ and a short wheelbase is now getting a thoroughly worthy successor in the form of the Alltrack. The vehicles equipped with style elements from the off-road scene are available as panel van and passenger car variants. Exclusive equipment features include 17-inch alloy wheels, black panelling on the wheel arches and sills and designer underbody protection. These features clearly set the Caddy Alltrack apart from its ‘more civilian brothers’. Its optional 4MOTION all...

[ See image gallery at www.vwvortex.com ] Street racer with a sporty but discreet look Peak power of 350 hp at 440 Nm Driving pleasure guaranteed by expert reports New year, new project(s): Just a few weeks after the successful debut of the Seat Leon Cupra ST Widebody, JE DESIGN is celebrating the premiere of the “Street Race” model of the refined compact station wagon. It is not as muscle-bound as the widebody model in its appearance, but it does look just as athletic. Custom-fit aerodynamic components, a coilover suspension, 19 inch wheels, a flap exhaust system, as well as the peak power of 350 hp emphasize the sporty but discreet appearance of the street racer from JE DESIGN. A tailor-made, three-part bumper attachment provides the front of the vehicle with an aggressive external appearance. The attachment is available for 833 Euro and is also suitable for vehicles that are fitted with an Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) radar sensor. The side skirts developed by JE DESIGN (32...

SEAT and SAP sign an agreement that energises the alliance with Samsung Mobile-activated innovations include paying without leaving the car and authorising use of a digital key Safe connectivity and seamless user experience are one of the main challenges for upcoming years SEAT will be showcasing the Connected car at the SAP stand (Hall 3, 3M41) Barcelona.  – SEAT, Samsung Electronics and SAP SE  have created a technological alliance to develop future projects for the connected car. At the 11th edition of Mobile World Congress (MWC), scheduled to begin next Monday in Barcelona, the three companies will showcase cutting-edge concepts developed by pooling their innovation and industry-leading expertise. Last year SEAT and Samsung concluded an agreement on initial technology solutions that are currently featured in some SEAT models. This year the agreement is strengthened with the arrival of SAP, the world leader in enterprise applications, business networks and the I...

Filed under: Green , Chrysler , Fiat , Porsche , Tesla , Toyota , Volkswagen , Electric , Open Road Gas prices may be down, but companies that aren't already investing in battery technology and EV infrastructure could be left behind in a matter of years. Continue reading Automakers not currently promoting EVs are probably doomed Automakers not currently promoting EVs are probably doomed originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 22 Feb 2016 11:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink  |  Email this  |  Comments from Autoblog Volkswagen http://ift.tt/1RiquH3

[ See image gallery at www.vwvortex.com ] New up! comes in an impressive range of versions and power units New concept car brings mobility to a whole new level Two models take centre stage for the Volkswagen brand at this year’s Geneva International Motor Show: first, the new edition of the “up!” city car, which will soon be appearing on the market with an impressive variety of extras and improved smartphone integration. Secondly, the Wolfsburg-based company presents a fascinating concept car, which will liven up the compact car class as a trendy, affordable SUV. With a choice between powerful petrol engines (now also available with 66 kW/90 PS*), efficient natural gas or innovative electric power units – the new up! leaves nothing to be desired in terms of drive units. A number of models will be appearing – three equipment lines, a cross-version and the spacious, 2-seater load up! – as well as new exterior colours, seat fabrics, dashpads and decorative decal designs which giv...

Filed under: Government/Legal , Green , Plants/Manufacturing , Volkswagen , Diesel , Electric Along with whatever it will need to do to fix its cheat-device-enabled TDIs, VW may be forced to built electric vehicles in Chattanooga. Continue reading EPA may force VW to build EVs in US as 'penalty' for diesel scandal EPA may force VW to build EVs in US as 'penalty' for diesel scandal originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 22 Feb 2016 09:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink  |  Email this  |  Comments from Autoblog Volkswagen http://ift.tt/20Q2Cgs