VW Releases New Details on Strategy 2025
Earlier this summer, Volkswagen announced its “Strategy 2025,” one of the biggest transformations in the brand’s history. As a reminder, this plan will maintain Volkswagen heritage while pushing ahead and pursuing new technology as well as electric vehicles. They have promised that by 2025, we will see up to 30 new plug-in hybrid or all-electric models added to their lineup.
As Volkswagen moves forward with their plan, they have begun to release details about the new vehicles. Recently, at Michigan’s CAR Management Briefing Seminars, the company revealed that the 30 potential new electric vehicles will be built on three different platforms, one of them will be based on the exciting new BUDD-e concept.
As information continues to be released on Strategy 2025, we will keep you updated right here on the Fiore Volkswagen blog!
Ayre, James. “Volkswagen Claims 3 EV Platforms Will Form Basis Of 30 New Models By 2025.” CleanTechnica. CleanTechnica, 10 Aug. 2016. Web. 22 Aug. 2016.
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VW BUDD-e Concept
By now you’ve probably heard all about the Volkswagen BUDD-e Concept, recently named the 2016 Concept Truck of the Year. But if you haven’t seen the vehicle in all its glory, now is your chance! Check out all the high-tech features and premium performance in the video above, so you can be fully ready to drive the car of tomorrow if and when it arrives at Fiore Volkswagen! While we may not have this innovative concept in stock, we have have a great selection of New Volkswagen Vehicles that have a ton of the same features and qualities as the BUDD-e!
New Vehicle Specials at Fiore Volkswagen
What do the Volkswagen Model Year Event and Summer both have in common? Unfortunately, they’re both coming to an end! Trust us, we’re as sad as you are at Fiore Volkswagen. But, we’re also excited because this is the best time to get behind the wheel of a 2016 New Volkswagen Vehicle! Between our August New Vehicle Specials, the Model Year End Event, and Labor Day, there are countless ways to save. This month, take home the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta, 2016 Volkswagen Passat, 2106 Volkswagen Tiguan, 2016 Volkswagen Golf TSI, or the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible: Denim Edition. Make sure you visit our Specials Page to learn all about the Model Year End Bonus and Labor Day Bonus, then schedule your test drive today!
Volkswagen Driver Alert System
Cats may be mysterious creatures, but one thing is for sure – they love to sleep! Cats are constantly dozing off, that’s why they’re starring in Volkswagen’s new ad about their Driver Alert System. Despite the fact that “Driving While Drowsy” is incredibly dangerous, 60% of adults admit to doing it in the past year, and 37% of drivers actually fell asleep at the wheel! What people may not know is that drowsy driving accounts for 10 to 30% of all crashes, and one study found that staying awake for a full 24 hours equates to a Blood Alcohol Content of .10, which is over the legal limit of .08.
Volkswagen is hoping to help fix the issue of drowsy driving by equipping their vehicles with a Driver Alert System, that monitors your behavior on the road and keeps track of how long you’ve been behind the wheel. If it feels that you’re driving unsafely or showing signs of drowsy driving, it will visually and audibly alert you to take a break every 15 minutes until you finally do.
And hey, if the alert can wake up a bunch of tired kitties, it can certainly work on you! Watch the video above then stop by Fiore Volkswagen to find out which models have the available Driver Alert System.
“Driving Drowsy vs. Driving Drunk: The Fatal Mistake Most People Make.” Driving Drowsy vs. Driving Drunk: The Fatal Mistake Most People Make. N.p., n.d. Web. 19 Aug. 2016. <http://www.sleepdr.com/blog/driving-drowsy-vs-driving-drunk>.
Sneak Peek at the 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan
Since it’s debut, many of our customers near Hollidaysburg, Altoona, Johnstown, State College, and Greensburg, PA have fallen in love with the 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan, the midsize and sporty SUV that offers versatility and style. Given the success of the first-generation, Volkswagen fans have been anxious to see what is in store for the second generation.
Motor Authority finally caught a peak, capturing some photos of the 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan, and guess what? It has three rows! Other than that, minus longer rear doors and a different C-Pillar treatment, many things will remain the same. We can expect a turbocharged 2.0L Four-Cylinder Engine under the hood, with the possibility of a plug-in hybrid option.
That’s all we know for now, but keep up with our blog and we promise to inform you as soon as we find out additional information. Until then, stop by Fiore Volkswagen for a test drive!
“2018 Volkswagen Tiguan with 3rd-row Seats Spy Shots.” Motor Authority. N.p., n.d. Web. 15 Aug. 2016. <http://www.motorauthority.com/news/1054808_2018-volkswagen-tiguan-with-3rd-row-seats-spy-shots>.
Every year, J.D. Power conducts their APEAL study, which surveys over 80,000 customers who leased or purchased a new model-year vehicle. The APEAL study, which stands for Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout Study and takes place between February and May, customers are asked to evaluate their new vehicles based on 77 different attributes. For the first time since 2001, the Volkswagen brand was ranked the highest in the non-premium nameplate category, receiving a score of 809 out of 1000.
“The J.D. Power APEAL Study is a great proof point of a brand’s appeal to new car buyers,” said Hinrich J. Woebcken, President and CEO, Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. “It’s very encouraging for everyone in the company that Volkswagen heads up the non-premium nameplates for the first time since 2001.”
Test drive any of our New Volkswagen Vehicles at Fiore Volkswagen today!
“VOLKSWAGEN IS RANKED HIGHEST NON-PREMIUM NAMEPLATE IN J.D. POWER 2016 APEAL STUDY : Volkswagen Media Centre.” Volkswagen Media Centre. N.p., 27 July 2016. Web. 01 Aug. 2016. <http://media.vw.com/release/1230/>.
August Specials at Fiore Volkswagen
August has finally arrived, and you know what that means. A new month means New Specials! As you can see, we’re very excited about them at Fiore Volkswagen, and you should be too. The Volkswagen 2016 Model Year End Event is still happening here at 1000 S Logan Boulevard in Hollidaysburg, PA 16648, which means not only can you get some of the lowest prices of the year on New Vehicles, but you’ll also get a $1000 Model Year End Event Bonus*! This month, you can save on the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta, 2016 Volkswagen Passat, 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan, 2016 Volkswagen Golf TSI, and the stylish 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible: Denim Edition! Visit our specials page and schedule a test drive while you’re on the website! We look forward to seeing you.
*See dealer for complete details.
Last week marked the 15th year of the Annual North American Concept Vehicle of the Year Awards, with over twenty different concept vehicles competing for recognition in four categories. These concept vehicles have appeared at multiple automotive shows across North America throughout the year, and each one was evaluated by a team of 20 judges to determine the winner of each category.
Volkswagen is proud to announce that the Volkswagen BUDD-e has been named the 2016 Concept Truck of the Year! While Volkswagen is not known for making trucks, the judges acknowledged the BUDD-e for raising standards in both utility and mobility. The VW BUDD-e concept is built on the Modular Electric Toolkit, a first for the brand. Complete with a 101 kWh battery that offers an estimated range of up to 233, plus a plethora of connectivity and infotainment technology, the BUDD-e is an illustration of the future of innovation at Volkswagen.
“We are thrilled that the BUDD-e has been honored as 2016 Concept Truck of the Year and would like to thank the panel of judges for recognizing Volkswagen’s innovation,” said Dr Hendrik Muth, Director of Product Marketing, Volkswagen of America, Inc., accepting the award. “We are determined to lead the future of automotive design, and BUDD-e shows the capabilities of our all-new electric vehicle architecture and further advances connectivity and infotainment.”
“VOLKSWAGEN BUDD-e NAMED.” Volkswagen Media Centre. N.p., 1 Aug. 2016. Web. 03 Aug. 2016. <http://media.vw.com/release/1235/>.
Volkswagen Emissions Settlement Update
As many of our valued customers already know, Volkswagen has been dealing with an ongoing issue regarding the emissions of its diesel-powered engines. During this process, Volkswagen has done their best to update their drivers on the status of the settlement. Recently, they’ve released the proposed settlement terms. Fiore Volkswagen would like to notify our customers so that they are aware of their options moving forward. Please keep in mind that the settlement terms are still awaiting final approval, so terms and conditions may change slightly.
If the proposed settlement is approved, Volkswagen is offering three options. If you wish to change your vehicle, they have agreed to buy back your vehicle and terminate your lease early. However, if you are interested in keeping your Volkswagen (and we hope you are), Volkswagen will modify your vehicle to improve emissions. Some of the other agreement terms including providing cash payments to owners/lessees, paying for remediation for the environment, and promoting zero-emissions technology for future Volkswagen models.
If you believe you are qualified for restitution, please visit the website below. Thank you for your understand, patience, and continued support during this time. We look forward to continuing our relationship and strengthening our partnership with our Volkswagen drivers
Visit https://www.vwcourtsettlement.com/en/ for more details.
Many of you have heard about the devastating floods that wreaked havoc all over West Virginia earlier this month. 1,200 homes were destroyed and 23 people lost their lives. To help the families who have lost their homes and loved ones, the Volkswagen Group of American Foundation has pledged to donate $50,000 to the West Virginia Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster, also known as WV VOAD. This money will help support the families and communities who are in need of shelter, food, animal care, construction aid, and many other aids. Volkswagen will also be matching any donations made by their employees to aid in disaster relief. If you’d like to make a contribution of your own, you can do so by visiting https://wvvoad.communityos.org/cms/home.
“VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA FOUNDATION DONATES $50,000 TO AID WEST VIRGINIA FLOOD RELIEF EFFORTS.” Volkswagen Media Centre. US Media Newsroom, 18 July 2016. Web. 19 July 2016.
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