Larry H. Miller Volkswagen of Tucson | Fastest VW Beetle Ever!

Volkswagen Beetle LSR (Land-speed Record) hits whopping 205.122 MPH at Bonneville Salt Flats in Utah on September 12, 2016.

Volkswagen recently announced it had created what has become the fastest VW Beetle in recorded history. The claim held up September 12th in Wendover, Utah as the VW Beetle LSR (which stands for land-speed record) hit speeds touching more than 200 MPH at Bonneville Salt Flats, a place known for conditions optimal for speed.

“We are completely thrilled with the Beetle LSR’s performance at Bonneville,” said Dr. Hendrik Muth, Senior Vice President, Product Marketing and Strategy, Volkswagen of America, Inc. “The Beetle is not the most aerodynamic car in our portfolio, so running 205 mph is a testament to the power that can be made from the EA888 TSI four-cylinder engine. This feat truly underscores the sporty and pugnacious spirit of the Beetle.”

The VW Beetle LSR includes a specially-tuned 2.0-liter turbocharged, direct-injection four-cylinder TSI® gasoline engine and specially modified powertrain by THR Manufacturing based out of California. The engine produced more than 600 hp and nearly 500 lb-ft.

“Exceeding 200 miles per hour in the Beetle LSR was a serious thrill,” said driver Preston Lerner, a contributing Editor at Automobile Magazine. “We had enough power to go even faster if the salt hadn’t been so sketchy. But seeing 208 miles per hour briefly on the digital readout was an experience I’ll never forget.”

Learn more about the record right here!

 

 

Larry H. Miller Volkswagen of Tucson | Arizona Keys to Car Seat Safety Campaign!

Larry H Miller Volkswagen of Tucson partners with other Arizona dealerships, local organizations in hosting the Keys to Car Seat Safety Campaign, a campaign to help parents know the ins-and-outs of car seat usage and safety.

Throughout the month of September, Larry H. Miller Volkswagen of Tucson will join other LHM Dealerships in Arizona in partnering with Safe Kids Arizona for the Driven for Good Keys To Car Seat Safety Campaign. The campaign teaches parents how to properly install and use car seats to ensure optimal safety standards for children passengers.

“We were thrilled to see such a positive response from the community last year, and we are very excited to provide these free safety checks once again in honor of National Child Passenger Safety Month,” said Pat Kroneberger, senior vice president of operations for Larry H. Miller Dealerships.

Did you know proper car seat use reduces an infant’s death risk in a car accident by 71 percent? Perhaps more shocking is the fact that 73 percent of car seats aren’t installed correctly!

“It’s a staggering statistic,” Kroneberger said. “We are intent on doing our part to keep kids safe in the communities we serve, and we hope to provide an outlet for education on proper installation techniques. Our children’s safety is of the utmost importance.”

Each Saturday in September, a different Larry H. Miller Dealership will become the hub for car seat safety in Arizona by hosting a total of six car seat safety check events. Those in Tucson are encouraged to visit Larry H. Miller Volkswagen of Tucson on Saturday, September 3^rd between 8 AM and 11 AM.

These Saturday events will include car seat experts from Safe Kids and local fire/police departments to help those in attendance learn all the ins-and-outs of car seat safety and how to make sure everyone in your car arrives alive.

Safe Kids Arizona will also receive a $10,000 donation from Larry H. Miller Charities. The donation will go toward purchasing safe car seats for those in need. Larry H. Miller Dealerships is proud to help these organizations in Arizona raise car seat safety awareness, and enrich lives of our surrounding communities.

For more information on the campaign, visit KeysToCarSafety.com.

Larry H. Miller Volkswagen of Tucson | News, Events and Stories from July 2016

Larry H. Miller Volkswagen of Tucson | July Happenings

Larry H. Miller Volkswagen of Tucson and Volkswagen USA had a busy month of July, with many announcements being made and many changes going into effect. The following are a few examples of news coming out of VW’s corporate newsroom…

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Larry H. Miller Volkswagen of Tucson | VW GOLF RECEIVES AUTOPACIFIC 2016 IDEAL VEHICLE AWARD

AutoPacific recently held its 2016 Ideal Vehicle Awards, which include rankings based off a survey of more than 65,000 new car owners in the United States in its criteria. For the third year in a row, and for the past five out of seven years, the Volkwagen Golf took home the top spot in AutoPacific’s Compact Car Segment.

“We’re honored to hear that the Volkswagen Golf has earned its third AutoPacific Ideal Vehicle Award in three years, and that our buyers are so satisfied,” said Vinay Shahani, Vice President, Marketing, Volkswagen of America, Inc. “The seventh-generation Golf is the best iteration of a nameplate that’s been in the U.S. for 42 years, now with a stellar combination of versatility, safety features, and innovative App-Connect smartphone integration.”

Learn more about the awards here!

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Larry H. Miller Volkswagen of Tucson | VW INTRODUCES NEW BRAND CONTENT HUB: VW NEWSROOM

Volkswagen recently announced a new tool that consumers and distributors alike can use to help others be exposed to VW and the VW brand. This online newsroom can be found here, and offers original content across a variety of platforms, including images, videos, graphics and much much more.

“The VW Newsroom expands Volkswagen’s online presence with powerful storytelling that captures both the rich heritage of the brand and the future vision of the company,” said Vinay Shahani, Vice President, Marketing, Volkswagen of America, Inc. “We are proud of Volkswagen’s distinctive personality and our loyal owner community, and this new platform offers an important channel to highlight the strengths of the brand with a mix of exciting new content.”

The website’s launch shows VW’s technological and branding progress made after its most recent scandal rocked the company. The site will feature timely news from internal and external sites.

“The VW Newsroom adds another online channel for us to share timely information about the brand from a variety of viewpoints,” said John Schilling, General Manager, Product Communications, Volkswagen of America, Inc. “Our aim is to provide stories that not only excite and inspire, but also deepen knowledge about the brand and vehicle lineup for those exploring Volkswagen for the first time.”

Learn more about the new site by visiting newsroom.vw.com!

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Larry H. Miller Volkswagen of Tucson | VW LAUNCHES ENHANCED DIGITAL PLATFORM FOR SPANISH SPEAKING CUSTOMERS AT VW.COM/ES/

Volkswagen recently announced its new site targeted toward Spanish-speaking VW customers, which will be hosted at VW.com/es! The site will provide Spanish-speaking VW customers a comprehensive online learning and shopping destination to experience the Volkswagen brand.

“The goal of the site is to provide broader access to the Volkswagen experience and deliver brand information and tools in formats that are most useful to our consumers,” said Vinay Shahani, Vice President, Marketing, Volkswagen of America, Inc.”Spanish speakers are an incredibly important part of our customer base and we continue to evolve the online experience to allow VW customers to learn more about the brand and experience the full line of vehicles across multiple platforms.”

Learn more about the new VW site for Spanish-speaking customers here!

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Larry H. Miller Volkswagen of Tucson | VW REVEALS “RIVAL ROAD: GTI v. GLI,” A NEW VIRTUAL EXPERIENCE

To celebrate the release of the Volkswagen GTI along with the GLI, Volkswagen has created an online virtual experience pitting the two models against each other in a race of popularity and… speed. The game is titled “RIVAL ROAD: GTI v. GLI.”

“The Rival Road experience introduces a fun way to amplify the friendly competition between the iconic Golf GTI and Jetta GLI performance models,” said Vinay Shahani, Vice President, Marketing, Volkswagen of America, Inc. “While both cars are equally fun-to-drive, they each offer distinctive appeal, and we are excited to allow the fans to crown the winner of this rivalry.”

For more information, visit RivalRoad.com!

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To find the best deal possible on any new or used Volkswagen, come in and see us!

Larry H. Miller Volkswagen of Tucson

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Tucson, AZ 85705

(888) 247-2358

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Volkswagen of Tucson | VW Announces Vision for the Next Decade

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Volkswagen of Tucson | VW CEO Matthias Müller Announces “TOGETHER – Strategy 2025.”

The 56th Annual General Meeting in Hanover in Hall 3 of Messe Hannover took place recently, and Volkswagen had quite a bit to say after a tumultuous year in the automotive industry. In an attempt to help negate recent allegations and slowing sales, VW’s CEO announced to around 3,000 shareholders the company’s vision for the next decade, entitled “TOGETHER – Strategy 2025.”

“We expect that by (2025) we will be selling about 2 (million) to 3 million pure-electric automobiles a year,” Matthias Müller, the CEO of Volkswagen Aktiengesellschaft,told investors. “This will account for a significant share – an estimated 25% – of our total sales volume. We are stepping up our efforts accordingly and will launch a multibillion-euro investment program.ˮ

VW Electric Engine

Volkswagen of Tucson | Fully Electric Fleet of VW

If this plan comes to fruition, Volkswagen would lay hold to one of the world’s most advanced fleet of fully-electric cars, a statistic many automotive brands hope to accomplish some day. But the head of VW didn’t stop there…

“We are also continuing our intensive efforts to enhance the environmental compatibility of our diesel and gasoline models,” Müller said before then announcing another milestone related to the internal combustion engine. “We will successively equip the Group’s new TSI and TFSI engines with gasoline particulate filters. This initiative will begin with the 1.4 liter TSI engine in the new VW Tiguan and the Audi A5 in June 2017. This will reduce particulate emissions by up to 90 percent. Up to 7 million Volkswagen vehicles could be equipped with this technology each year by 2022.”

VW Intelligent Charge

 

Volkswagen of Tucson | Better VW Batteries On The Way

The recently-announced decade-long strategy focuses a lot on improving batteries and how power is currently being stored. Battery-life and dependability makes up for between 30 and 40 percent of an Electric Vehicle’s value.

 

‟As far as the development of fuel cells is concerned, we intend to stay on the ball in this area too,” Müller told shareholders. “And we will be ready when the time is ripe. We will need 150 gigawatt hours of battery capacity by 2025 for our own e-fleet alone, which would make for a massive procurement volume.”

Volkswagen of Tucson | Fully-Autonomous VW

Interestingly, Volkswagen also plans on getting into the fully-autonomous vehicle industry, as self-driving cars seem to make up a huge part of Volkswagen’s plans for the future.

“Fully autonomous vehicles with a self-driving system developed in-house will enter the market by the beginning of the next decade,ˮ Muller says. ‟Cumulative investment in new autonomous mobility solutions will amount to several billion euros.”

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Cars.com Names 2016 Volkswagen Passat Best Midsize Sedan

Cars.com’s Midsize Sedan Challenge tested eight of 2016’s most popular midsize sedan models to see which beat the competition in a variety of categories. After the tests, the staff at Cars.com chose the 2016 Passat to take home top honors. The award comes because of the Passat’s safety, available VW Car-Net App-Connect technology, roominess and overall fun-to-drive nature.

“We are thrilled for the Passat to be named Best Midsize Sedan by Cars.com against such formidable competition,” said Hinrich J. Woebcken, President & CEO, Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. “The Passat offers the perfect combination of sophisticated styling, outstanding App-Connect technology, and the great driving dynamics that Volkswagen is known for, making it an outstanding consumer value.”

In order to qualify for the 2016 Midsize Sedan Challenge, each vehicle was required to have an automatic transmission, an EPA estimated fuel-economy of 28 mpg combined or better and a manufacturer’s suggested retail price under $28k. Each vehicle was evaluated by a panel of expert judges, who took into consideration factors such as overall ride, acceleration, handling, braking and more. Cars.com also brought in an Atlanta couple to take vehicles on a 220-mile road course and evaluate their experience.

“The Passat came in first place with both our expert judges and in-market shoppers,” said Patrick Olsen, Cars.com’s editor-in-chief. “This midsize sedan is a refreshed version of the Passat that won Cars.com’s Best of 2012 award; it’s still tremendously roomy and for 2016 got a ton of tech upgrades like Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ integration. In addition to the roominess, tech and safety, the standout feature of the Passat is its driving ability. Everyone who drove it unanimously agreed, the Passat is plain old fun to drive.”

The Cars.com Midsize Sedan Challenge competitors ranked as follows:

1. 2016 Volkswagen Passat
2. 2016 Kia Optima
3. 2016 Chevrolet Malibu
4. 2016 Hyundai Sonata
5. 2016 Honda Accord
6. 2016 Subaru Legacy
7. 2016 Toyota Camry
8. 2016 Mazda6
9. 2016 Nissan Altima

For more information on the event, its results and the 2016 VW Passat, visit www.cars.com/news.

Volkswagen Jetta GLI MOMO Edition

Volkswagen Jetta GLI MOMO Edition

The MOMO Edition Jetta GLI was debuted last year at the SEMA Show, and showed up again at this year’s Chicago Auto Show. The MOMO edition of the vehicle is catered to the sports-oriented driver and includes OEM-plus tuning and Italian styling.

Noted features on the MOMO Edition 2016 Jetta GLI are 19-inch MOM aluminum-alloy wheels, a 210-horspower, 2.0-literTSI turbocharged and direct-injection EA888 four-cylinder engine. These 19 x 8.5 inch MOM Revenge wheels feature the first “mesh” wheel design that the Italian brand has debuted in just under 30 years.

The interior of the MOMO Edition 2016 Jetta GLI boasts the MIB 2 infotainment system with VW Car-Net App-Connect connectivity,  and a yellow color scheme including yellow stitching on the seating surfaces. This color scheme compliments the trim detail of the limited-edition MOM GT50 Anniversario steering wheel and MOMO headrests. Other features include personalized floor mats, doorsill protectors and cargo net & grips. 

Another highlighted interior feature is a small display that sits in the side air vent. It was designed by P3 Cars, and displays technical information such as turbo boost, coolant temperature, exhaust gas temperature, throttle position, a 0-60 timer and speed.

To learn more about the MOMO Edition Jetta GLI, click here: http://media.vw.com/release/1139/

Source: VW News room http://media.vw.com/release/1139/, Car Scoops http://www.carscoops.com/2016/02/momo-edition-vw-jetta-gli-ready-for-chi.html

Golf Family Receives 5-Star Safety Ratings!

Golf Family Receives NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

If you’re looking for a reliable, safe and fun vehicle, the 2016 Volkswagen Golf is for you. The 2016 Golf, Golf GTI, Golf R and Golf SportWagen four-door models all earned a 5-star overall safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

To earn this rating, the 2016 Volkswagen Golf family underwent rigorous testing from the NHTSA. They then provide front, side, and rollover crash test ratings for consumers to aid in their decision making during the car buying process. 

The 5-star safety rating isn’t the only award the 2016 Volkswagen Golf won either. The 2016 Volkswagen Golf 4-door and Golf GTI 4-door (when equipped with the optional Forward Collision Warning and Autonomous Emergency Braking (Front Assist) system) also earned a Top Safety Pick+ from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). 

“Volkswagen is delighted that the Golf family models have earned the highest 5-star overall crash test rating from the government—providing further validation that Volkswagen produces some of the safest vehicles in the industry,” said Joerg Sommer, Vice President Product Marketing and Strategy, Volkswagen of America, Inc.

To learn more about the 2016 Volkswagen Golf family, visit our dealership located at 4500 E. 22^nd Street Tucson, AZ 85711. You can also view our 2016 Volkswagen Golf family inventory online here: http://lhm.bz/1S7azxz

Larry H. Miller Volkswagen Tucson – Volkswagen 96-Hour Sales Event

 

If you’re in the market for a new car, head over to Larry H. Miller Volkswagen Tucson where we are having a 96-Hour Event! This rare event is going on now and we are looking to liquidate our vehicles, so it’s a great time to get limited-time deals on that Volkswagen you have had your eye on!

All-time low prices combined with no city sales tax and the lowest sales tax in the state make this event one you won’t want to pass up! In fact, prices are so low that it’s unlikely we will ever be able to repeat these offers. This event starts today, Friday June 27, 2014, and runs until Monday, June 30, 2014, so you don’t want to wait!

Check out some of the deals we are offering at this event:

We are currently featuring the best price we’ve ever had on our 2014 Tiguan 2.0T S, starting at $23,555

Click here for more details: http://bit.ly/1iCKVBh

 You can also get the new Jetta 2.0L TDI starting at $20,777.

Click here for details: http://bit.ly/1jW3Ilz

We look forward to seeing you this weekend!

We are located at: 900 West Auto Mall Drive in Tucson, Arizona

http://www.volkswagenoftucson.com/

(855) 201-6643

Larry H. Miller Volkswagen Tucson – NEW 2013 Volkswagen Inventory

Larry H. Miller Volkswagen Tucson has a collection of new and used Volkswagen cars and crossover SUVs. In fact, we wanted to share the NEW 2013 Volkswagen models with savings and discounts of up to $6000 off MSRP!

Whether it’s a

-Beetle
-CC
-GTI
-Golf
-Jetta
-Touareg
-Passat
-Tiguan

We have something in stock that will suite your needs and wants!

Let’s start with this amazing and luxurious 2013 Volkswagen Beetle Coupe 2DR Turbo!

Outdoor recreation lovers will appreciate this 2013 Volkswagen Beetle because of its reliability and storage space. It has a 2.00 liter 4 CYL. engine. Less money for gas means more money for more important things in life! With an unbeatable 4-star crash test rating, this hatchback puts safety first!

Next up is the 2013 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible 2DR!

For those who are active in society, this 2013 Volkswagen Beetle 2.5L is the epitome of style and comfort. You’ll arrive to each event in an attractive and comfortable vehicle. Featured equipment includes: Satellite radio, MP3 player, CD player, Security system, Cruise control, Rear spoiler, and more!

If a Tiguan is more your style, we have a 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan 2WD 4DR Auto SE available!

You’ve never felt safer than when you cruise with anti-lock brakes and stability control in this 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan BEIGE LEATHERETTE. This SUV had one previous owner – it doesn’t get much better than that!

The exterior of the vehicle includes:

-Silver Roof Rack
-All-Season Tires
-Fog Lights
-Heat-Insulated Tinted Glass
-18″ “New York” Alloy Wheels

The interior of the vehicle includes:

-Leatherette Seat Trim
-Heated Front Bucket Seats
-Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel
-Trip Computer
-Remote Keyless Entry

This 2013 Volkswagen GTI 4-Door has it all! Whether it’s the heated seats, power driver seat, comfort, interior sophistication, or leather seat trim, you will be sure to enjoy this vehicle!

The exterior contains 18″ Alloy wheels, all-Season tires, spare tire, rear roof spoiler, black front grille, fog lights, rear window wiper, and heat-insulated glass!

There are plenty of vehicles to choose from but our savings won’t last! Click HERE to view all of our 2013 inventory with savings and discounts of up to $6000 off MSRP! If you would rather come take a look at the vehicles, we are located at:

900 West Auto Mall Drive Tucson, Arizona
http://www.volkswagenoftucson.com
855-201-6643

 

SNEAK PEEK – VW AT NEW YORK INTERNATIONAL AUTO SHOW 2014

With the New York International Auto Show a few weeks away, we wanted to share a sneak peek of what to expect with the Volkswagen brand.

Volkswagen will be coming out with a concept for the Alltrack Wagon. The Alltrack is not currently being sold in the United States but making their North American debut in New York. The concept is based off the Passat but focuses more on power, aggressiveness and off-road driving. The vehicle concept contains “beefier bumpers, sills and wheel arches.”  – AutoTrader.com

Look out for a similar vehicle coming to the United States!

Volkswagen will also be revealing a 2015 Volkswagen Jetta Sedan. The Jetta is Volkswagen’s top selling vehicle in the United States. This information is from www.automobilemag.com.

The New York International Auto Show will be held from April 18-27, 2014. For updates and images from the show, feel free to follow Larry H. Miller Volkswagen Tucson on Facebook.
If you would like more information on Volkswagen vehicles, feel free to visit our dealership at:
900 West Auto Mall Drive in Tucson, AZ

www.volkswagenoftucson.com