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Tag Archives: Volkswagen

Video: VW Unpimps Your Ride, 2006

Posted on August 23, 2020 by MCG

In 2006, Volkswagen produced a series of TV commercials that became a sensation in the strange new thing called social media.    Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Unpimp Your Ride, Volkswagen

Market Watch: 1967 Volkswagen Beetle

Posted on March 7, 2020 by MCG

Volkswagen Bug enthusiasts will have their eyes glued to this cute little number when it crosses the block at the Mecum Houston Sale on April 2-4. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Market Watch | Tagged Volkswagen, Volkswagen Beetle

Volkswagen Beetle: The Last Mile

Posted on January 2, 2020 by MCG

To say farewell to the Beetle after 70 years in production, Volkswagen produced this heartstring-tugging video, “The Last Mile.”    Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Industry News | Tagged Volkswagen, Volkswagen Beetle

Palette Dansante: A Short 1956 Volkswagen Film

Posted on December 8, 2019 by MCG

Here’s a fascinating little Volkswagen film from 1956, when the German automaker was still finding its voice. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Doyle Dane Bernbach, Volkswagen

According to Volkswagen: A Glossary of Current Styling Terms

Posted on May 15, 2019 by MCG

Are you up-to-date on your automotive designer lingo? Check out this handy glossary from Volkswagen. Continue reading →

Posted in Design, Technology | Tagged Automotive Design Terms, Volkswagen, Volkswagen Arteon

Video: Sleeper VW Microbus with Porsche 993 Twin-Turbo Power

Posted on November 5, 2016 by MCG

porsche-busJust for fun, here’s a vintage Volkswagen microbus with an interesting powerplant choice: 530 hp Porsche 993 Turbo. Watch the little monster tearing around Italy’s Monza road circuit here.  Continue reading →

Posted in Motorsports | Tagged Volkswagen

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