Coming soon: New, improved Golf R!

We’re all trying to save these days – save money, save the environment, save our hair from falling out. Oh wait, maybe that last one’s just me?! But as for money and the environment, I think we can all agree we want to save. But does this mean we have to sacrifice everything else? At Volkswagen, we say no! Instead we propose intelligent downsizing, and that’s what you’ll get in the 2012 Chicago VW Golf R. Today we’re here with the details for you! … Continue Reading

Chicago Volkswagen Dealer Offers Two Easy Summer Driving Tips

The weather is nice, and it is time to hit the sunny open road!  Hot summer weather can be tough on your vehicle, and there are a few things you can do to make sure that your family is safe and your vehicle ready for the change in weather.  So, before you hit the road, check out these easy tips from your Chicago Volkswagen Dealer to insure that your vehicle is ready to go!

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It’s What’s Inside That Matters

Accidents happen, especially when road conditions are at their worst during the winter months. Chicago Volkswagen dealer and driver, Mark Simtack, understands driver’s concerns regarding safety.  In early Feburary, he was stopped at an intersection in his Volkswagen Jetta near the Downers Grove Volkswagen dealership where he works.  A storm had just torn through the Midwest, leaving much of the intersection covered with ice.  Out of nowhere, a car across the intersection clipping along spun out of control slamming into the side of Mark’s Jetta.  Luckily, the Jetta was equipped with side-curtain airbags, active head restraints, and airbag occupancy sensors.  The safety features quickly engaged, and Mark walked away unscratched. … Continue Reading

Oprah Gives Away Multiple VW Beetles

If someday Jon Stewart of “Daily Show” fame ever really wanted to run for president—and don’t think he wouldn’t haul in a significant number of votes—one of the best ways for him to seal the deal would be to bring on Oprah Winfrey as his running mate. … Continue Reading

VW Announces 2011 Models, Including First Hybrid

While the actual start of 2011 is still almost five full months away, the 2011 model year begins a little sooner, and that’s when we’ll start to get our first look at how all the changes from automakers affect the cars we’ve grown so accustomed to in the years leading up to them. Volkswagen is no different from any other car manufacturer in the world, and they’ve got a few interesting things on tap for next year, including their first ever hybrid. … Continue Reading