Volkswagen of Athens Shares Four Easy Steps for Hassle-Free Memorial Day Weekend Driving

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To avoid the inconvenience and potential safety hazards of breaking down miles away from home, Volkswagen of Athens suggests a simple driveway inspection before hitting the road this Memorial Day Weekend.

Deep down, you know your car should be checked out before hitting the road for any holiday trip, but with so many other things left to do, some folks put it off. Bad idea especially when motorists realize that in as little as 10 minutes, they can determine if their car is ready for long-distance travel.

The 10-minute pre-trip checkup recommended by the council includes the following:

  • Check the hoses and belts that can become cracked, brittle, frayed, loose or show signs of excessive wear. These are critical to the proper functioning of the electrical system, air conditioning, power steering and the cooling system.
  • Check the tires, including tire pressure and tread. Uneven wear indicates a need for wheel alignment. Tires should also be checked for bulges and bald spots.
  • Check the wipers and lighting so that you can see and be seen. Check that all interior and exterior lighting is working properly and inspect and replace worn wiper blades so you can see clearly when driving during precipitation.

No one wants to experience the hassle of car trouble away from home. But with this simple pre-trip vehicle inspection, you can have peace of mind because you took steps to avoid spending this Memorial Day Weekend on the side of the road.

 

About Volkswagen of Athens

Volkswagen of Athens, located in beautiful Bogart, Georgia, is your leading new and used Volkswagen dealer serving Northeast Georgia including all of Bogart, Athens, Atlanta, Winder, Monroe, Loganville, Lawrenceville, Snellville, Gainesville, Buford, Sugar Hill, Covington, Suwanee, Conyers, Lilburn, Duluth Redan and Norcross. We are a locally owned and operated company, and as such, recognize the unique qualities of Northeast Georgia and its residents. We try to tailor our products and services to the needs of our area customers and welcome your comments and suggestions. We have served the Athens and surrounding areas for over seventeen years and appreciate you the trust and loyalty our customers have placed in us.

We’re a small town dealer that knows a thing or two, particularly the importance of one on one customer care. Here at VW of Athens, the customer is a big fish in a small pond, and we treat you just like that. Feel free to browse our new and pre-owned inventory online at www.volkswagenofathens.com to request more information about vehicles, set up a test drive or inquire about financing!

Our company philosophy is based upon two very traditional fundamental values: common sense and the golden rule. We highly value our customers and our employees. We strive to achieve the highest levels of honesty, integrity and fairness in all our dealings with both.

We’re here to make sure you have a good time purchasing and owning your Volkswagen, which is why you can count on service in a timely fashion. Our VW Certified Service Technicians are very knowledgeable who offer great customer service with competitive pricing. Schedule a service appointment online, order real VW parts, or just learn a little more about our service department here.

Contact Information

Volkswagen of Athens

www.volkswagenofathens.com

4735 Atlanta Highway

Bogart, GA 30622

Sales: 1-866-308-2723

Service: 1-866-617-9921

Sales Hours:

Sunday – Closed

Monday – Friday 9:00AM – 8:00PM

Saturday – 9:00AM – 6:00PM

Service Hours:

Sunday – Closed

Monday – Friday 7:30AM – 6:00PM

Saturday – 8:00AM – 4:00PM

Parts Hours:

Sunday & Sunday – Closed

Monday – Friday 7:30AM – 6:00PM

 

Volkswagen of Athens Wants You to Drive Smart and Save Gas Money

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With no end in sight to rising gas prices, consumers who modify their driving habits and properly maintain their vehicles will get more miles per gallon.

Volkswagen of Athens recommends the following ways to drive smart and save gas money:

  • Observe the speed limit. Gas mileage decreases rapidly above 60 mph.
  • Avoid excessive idling. Idling gets zero miles per gallon. Warming up the vehicle for one or two minutes is sufficient.
  • Avoid quick starts and stops. Aggressive driving can lower gas mileage by 33 percent on the highway and 5 percent in the city.
  • Consolidate trips. Several short trips taken from a cold start can use twice as much gas as one longer multi-purpose trip.
  • Don’t haul unneeded items in the trunk. An extra 100 pounds in the trunk reduces fuel economy by 1 to 2 percent.
  • Check the gas cap. Damaged, loose or missing gas caps allow gas to vaporize into the air.
  • Replace dirty or clogged air filters on older vehicles to improve gas mileage by as much as 14 percent.
  • Replace dirty spark plugs, which can reduce mileage by two miles per gallon
  • Change oil regularly and gain another mile per gallon.
  • Keep your car properly tuned to improve gas mileage by an average of 4 percent.
  • Keep tires properly inflated and improve gas mileage by 3 percent.

About Volkswagen of Athens

Volkswagen of Athens, located in beautiful Bogart, Georgia, is your leading new and used Volkswagen dealer serving Northeast Georgia including all of Bogart, Athens, Atlanta, Winder, Monroe, Loganville, Lawrenceville, Snellville, Gainesville, Buford, Sugar Hill, Covington, Suwanee, Conyers, Lilburn, Duluth Redan and Norcross. We are a locally owned and operated company, and as such, recognize the unique qualities of Northeast Georgia and its residents. We try to tailor our products and services to the needs of our area customers and welcome your comments and suggestions. We have served the Athens and surrounding areas for over seventeen years and appreciate you the trust and loyalty our customers have placed in us.

We’re a small town dealer that knows a thing or two, particularly the importance of one on one customer care. Here at VW of Athens, the customer is a big fish in a small pond, and we treat you just like that. Feel free to browse our new and pre-owned inventory online at www.volkswagenofathens.com to request more information about vehicles, set up a test drive or inquire about financing!

Our company philosophy is based upon two very traditional fundamental values: common sense and the golden rule. We highly value our customers and our employees. We strive to achieve the highest levels of honesty, integrity and fairness in all our dealings with both.

We’re here to make sure you have a good time purchasing and owning your Volkswagen, which is why you can count on service in a timely fashion. Our VW Certified Service Technicians are very knowledgeable who offer great customer service with competitive pricing. Schedule a service appointment online, order real VW parts, or just learn a little more about our service department here.

Contact Information

Volkswagen of Athens

www.volkswagenofathens.com

4735 Atlanta Highway

Bogart, GA 30622

Sales: 1-866-308-2723

Service: 1-866-617-9921

Sales Hours:

Sunday – Closed

Monday – Friday 9:00AM – 8:00PM

Saturday – 9:00AM – 6:00PM

Service Hours:

Sunday – Closed

Monday – Friday 7:30AM – 6:00PM

Saturday – 8:00AM – 4:00PM

Parts Hours:

Sunday & Sunday – Closed

Monday – Friday 7:30AM – 6:00PM

 

 

Georgia Volkswagen Dealer reports Passat sets world record for the longest distance on one tank of clean diesel fuel

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Mileage experts John and Helen Taylor complete 1626-mile drive in Chattanooga-built Volkswagen Passat TDI®—, available at Volkswagen of Athens, without stopping for fuel!

  • Record set using a stock 2012 Passat TDI SE with six-speed manual transmission
  • Average of 84.1 miles per gallon during three-day trip
  • Shows mileage benefits of VW Clean Diesel technology The world’s most fuel-efficient couple has done it again.

John and Helen Taylor were determined to break the record for the farthest distance traveled on a single tank of fuel. They decided to attempt the record in the U.S. with a stock 2012 Volkswagen Passat SE TDI Clean Diesel vehicle equipped with a six-speed manual transmission. The previous record for the most miles covered on a single tank of diesel was 1526.6 miles, achieved with a VW Passat 1.6 BlueMotion® diesel in Europe.

The result? A new record of 1626.1 miles, achieved on one tank of ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel under real world driving conditions. That’s an incredible 99.5 miles better than the old mark. Over the course of three days and driving through nine states, the couple averaged 84.1 miles per gallon, spending only 4.65 cents per mile. The three-day drive commenced on May 3, 2012 in Houston, TX and ended on May 5, 2012 in Sterling, Virginia. To make the drive as realistic as possible, the couple included 120 pounds of luggage and drove during daylight hours to experience normal traffic situations. Additionally, the couple took turns driving and didn’t travel more than 14 hours per day.

“We’re excited to have broken the record for the longest distance driven on one-tank of fuel,” said John Taylor. “The Passat TDI was the perfect car for the trip. It offers plenty of interior and cargo space, yet is frugal enough to help us achieve this record.”

The Passat’s 2.0-liter TDI Clean Diesel inline four-cylinder engine produces 140 horsepower and 236 pound-feet of torque and with a manual transmission delivers an EPA estimated fuel economy rating of 43 mpg on the highway. The TDI engine is equipped with a Selective Catalytic Reduction System (SCR) that fulfills emissions requirements in all 50 states. The Passat—built at the world’s only LEED Platinum certified automotive factory in Chattanooga, TN—was named Motor Trend’s 2012 Car of the Year.

“The Passat was engineered and designed to be a comfortable yet fun to drive alternative in the midsize segment. The TDI Clean Diesel version unites driving dynamics and fuel efficiency that isn’t found in the competitive set,” said Rainer Michel, Vice President of Product Strategy, Volkswagen of America, Inc. “We’re honored that the Taylors chose the 2012 Passat TDI as the vehicle to set this outstanding distance record. Their record shows just how economical the Passat TDI can be in the right hands.”

Prior to the drive, the speedometer and odometer were calibrated by a state certified testing station in Houston, Texas. Law enforcement officers from the city of Houston, Texas oversaw validation of mileage, fuel fill-up, and gas tank sealing at the beginning of the drive. A Loudoun County, Virginia Sheriff’s Deputy verified completion of the drive and mileage prior to removing the fuel tank seal.

The Taylors have made a career out of driving efficiently and conducting workshops globally on fuel-efficient driving techniques. They have collected more than 90 world fuel economy and vehicle-related records from drives around the globe.

About Volkswagen of Athens

Volkswagen of Athens, located in beautiful Bogart, Georgia, is your leading new and used Volkswagen dealer serving Northeast Georgia including all of Bogart, Athens, Atlanta, Winder, Monroe, Loganville, Lawrenceville, Snellville, Gainesville, Buford, Sugar Hill, Covington, Suwanee, Conyers, Lilburn, Duluth Redan and Norcross. We are a locally owned and operated company, and as such, recognize the unique qualities of Northeast Georgia and its residents. We try to tailor our products and services to the needs of our area customers and welcome your comments and suggestions. We have served the Athens and surrounding areas for over seventeen years and appreciate you the trust and loyalty our customers have placed in us.

We’re a small town dealer that knows a thing or two, particularly the importance of one on one customer care. Here at VW of Athens, the customer is a big fish in a small pond, and we treat you just like that. Feel free to browse our new and pre-owned inventory online at www.volkswagenofathens.com to request more information about vehicles, set up a test drive or inquire about financing!

Our company philosophy is based upon two very traditional fundamental values: common sense and the golden rule. We highly value our customers and our employees. We strive to achieve the highest levels of honesty, integrity and fairness in all our dealings with both.

We’re here to make sure you have a good time purchasing and owning your Volkswagen, which is why you can count on service in a timely fashion. Our VW Certified Service Technicians are very knowledgeable who offer great customer service with competitive pricing. Schedule a service appointment online, order real VW parts, or just learn a little more about our service department here.

Contact Information

Volkswagen of Athens

www.volkswagenofathens.com

4735 Atlanta Highway

Bogart, GA 30622

Sales: 1-866-308-2723

Service: 1-866-617-9921

Sales Hours:

Sunday – Closed

Monday – Friday 9:00AM – 8:00PM

Saturday – 9:00AM – 6:00PM

Service Hours:

Sunday – Closed

Monday – Friday 7:30AM – 6:00PM

Saturday – 8:00AM – 4:00PM

Parts Hours:

Sunday & Sunday – Closed

Monday – Friday 7:30AM – 6:00PM

 

 

Leading Athens Volkswagen Dealer Reports 31.5% Increase in April U.S. Sales

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Volkswagen of Athens reports best U.S. April since 1971 marking the seventh month in a row in excess of 30 percent sales gains nationally.

  • April sales total 37,525 units a 38 percent increase year-to-date
  • Passat, the 2012 Motor Trend Car of the Year, sold 10,096 units, its best month ever
  • Best April Beetle sales since 2003
  • Best April sales ever for GTI
  • Jetta Sedan achieved sales of 13,754 units
  • High-mileage, clean diesel TDI models account for 21.3 percent of sales in April, up 35.2 percent versus the prior year

Volkswagen of America, Inc. reported 37,525 units sold in April, a 31.5 percent increase over prior year sales, 38 percent increase year-to-date and the best April since1971.

“The demand and enthusiasm for our products continues at a strong pace and we are beginning to see the fruits of our investments pay off, marking the best April in over forty years,” said Jonathan Browning, President and CEO, Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. “As our sales continue to outpace the industry, we are investing in our infrastructure to ensure sustained growth.”

Last month, the company announced expansion plans for VW Credit Inc. (VCI) facility in Libertyville, IL. The ground breaking took place on April 20 for a 30,000-square-foot expansion of the facility. The multimillion-dollar expansion, to be completed early next year, will accommodate approximately 150 new jobs that VW Credit, Inc. expects to create through 2018. This comes on top of the additional 1,000 jobs that the company announced it would add at its manufacturing plant in Chattanooga, TN to meet growing demand of the 2012 Passat.

Jetta sedan, including the enthusiast GLI model, remains the volume leader for Volkswagen with sales totaling 13,754, while Jetta SportWagen totaled 1,904.

Sales of the Chattanooga-built Passat continue to rise with record sales of 10,096 units in April, the second month breaking 10,000 units.

The 2012 Beetle, recently named to Ward’s list of “10 Best Interiors,” sold 2,065 units. The Beetle TDI Clean Diesel Coupe will go on sale late summer 2012. The Tiguan continued to see strong sales with 2,333 units sold and the Golf saw a 14.6 percent increase in sales with a total of 3,876 units sold.

About Volkswagen of Athens

Volkswagen of Athens, located in beautiful Bogart, Georgia, is your leading new and used Volkswagen dealer serving Northeast Georgia including all of Bogart, Athens, Atlanta, Winder, Monroe, Loganville, Lawrenceville, Snellville, Gainesville, Buford, Sugar Hill, Covington, Suwanee, Conyers, Lilburn, Duluth Redan and Norcross. We are a locally owned and operated company, and as such, recognize the unique qualities of Northeast Georgia and its residents. We try to tailor our products and services to the needs of our area customers and welcome your comments and suggestions. We have served the Athens and surrounding areas for over seventeen years and appreciate you the trust and loyalty our customers have placed in us.

We’re a small town dealer that knows a thing or two, particularly the importance of one on one customer care. Here at VW of Athens, the customer is a big fish in a small pond, and we treat you just like that. Feel free to browse our new and pre-owned inventory online at www.volkswagenofathens.com to request more information about vehicles, set up a test drive or inquire about financing!

Our company philosophy is based upon two very traditional fundamental values: common sense and the golden rule. We highly value our customers and our employees. We strive to achieve the highest levels of honesty, integrity and fairness in all our dealings with both.

We’re here to make sure you have a good time purchasing and owning your Volkswagen, which is why you can count on service in a timely fashion. Our VW Certified Service Technicians are very knowledgeable who offer great customer service with competitive pricing. Schedule a service appointment online, order real VW parts, or just learn a little more about our service department here.

Contact Information

Volkswagen of Athens

www.volkswagenofathens.com

4735 Atlanta Highway

Bogart, GA 30622

Sales: 1-866-308-2723

Service: 1-866-617-9921

Sales Hours:

Sunday – Closed

Monday – Friday 9:00AM – 8:00PM

Saturday – 9:00AM – 6:00PM

Service Hours:

Sunday – Closed

Monday – Friday 7:30AM – 6:00PM

Saturday – 8:00AM – 4:00PM

Parts Hours:

Sunday & Sunday – Closed

Monday – Friday 7:30AM – 6:00PM

Leading Volkswagen Dealer in Athens Helps Keep Your Kids Safe on Georgia Streets

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For any parent, keeping our kids safe while on the road is a major concern which why Volkswagen of Athens is giving you the latest in Georgia Child Safety Laws.

Car accidents are the leading cause of death for children three to 14-years-old. As a parent, it can be terrifying considering the possibilities of what could happen if your family was ever in a car accident. Seating in vehicles is designed for adults, not for children. Child safety seats are a crucial component of your child’s safety, and can save your child’s life.

Knowing which car seat is best for your child can be a challenge, and lives of many children may be at risk simply because their parents put them in the wrong child safety seat or because their seat is not properly installed.

Georgia state law requires children under age 8 to ride in a federally approved car seat or booster seat that is appropriate for that child’s height and weight. These children should also ride in the back seat, and their car seat or booster seat should be installed and used according to manufacturer’s instructions.

If your child reaches 4’9″ before age 8, he or she can legally ride in an adult seat belt. An exemption is also available for children who have a medical or physical condition that prevents them from being properly restrained according to the law. A written statement from a physician is required for this exemption.

Children who weigh more than 40 pounds can legally ride in a lap-only belt instead of a booster if that’s all that is available in the vehicle. A lap-only belt without a booster is also legal for children weighing at least 40 pounds if all other seating positions with lap and shoulder belts are being used by other children. In this case, though, parents should try to rearrange the placement of car seats and booster seats to ensure that each child is protected as much as possible.

 About Volkswagen of Athens

Volkswagen of Athens, located in beautiful Bogart, Georgia, is your leading new and used Volkswagen dealer serving Northeast Georgia including all of Bogart, Athens, Atlanta, Winder, Monroe, Loganville, Lawrenceville, Snellville, Gainesville, Buford, Sugar Hill, Covington, Suwanee, Conyers, Lilburn, Duluth Redan and Norcross. We are a locally owned and operated company, and as such, recognize the unique qualities of Northeast Georgia and its residents. We try to tailor our products and services to the needs of our area customers and welcome your comments and suggestions. We have served the Athens and surrounding areas for over seventeen years and appreciate you the trust and loyalty our customers have placed in us.

We’re a small town dealer that knows a thing or two, particularly the importance of one on one customer care. Here at VW of Athens, the customer is a big fish in a small pond, and we treat you just like that. Feel free to browse our new and pre-owned inventory online at www.volkswagenofathens.com to request more information about vehicles, set up a test drive or inquire about financing!

Our company philosophy is based upon two very traditional fundamental values: common sense and the golden rule. We highly value our customers and our employees. We strive to achieve the highest levels of honesty, integrity and fairness in all our dealings with both.

We’re here to make sure you have a good time purchasing and owning your Volkswagen, which is why you can count on service in a timely fashion. Our VW Certified Service Technicians are very knowledgeable who offer great customer service with competitive pricing. Schedule a service appointment online, order real VW parts, or just learn a little more about our service department here.

Contact Information

Volkswagen of Athens

www.volkswagenofathens.com

4735 Atlanta Highway

Bogart, GA 30622

Sales: 1-866-308-2723

Service: 1-866-617-9921

Sales Hours:

Sunday – Closed

Monday – Friday 9:00AM – 8:00PM

Saturday – 9:00AM – 6:00PM

Service Hours:

Sunday – Closed

Monday – Friday 7:30AM – 6:00PM

Saturday – 8:00AM – 4:00PM

Parts Hours:

Sunday & Sunday – Closed

Monday – Friday 7:30AM – 6:00PM

 

Volkswagen of Athens Announces Volkswagen Chattanooga to Hire 800

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Greater Atlanta Volkswagen dealer reports Volkswagen Group of America is creating 800 new jobs at it’s Tennessee manufacturing facility to meet growing demand.

The positions are needed as Volkswagen Chattanooga continues to ramp up capacity to meet customer demand for the new U.S.-produced Passat. This comes on top of an announcement earlier this year of 200 additional jobs at the Chattanooga plant, bringing the total new jobs in 2012 to 1,000.

“This is a clear sign that the plant ramp-up has been successful and is a validation that the Passat is of the highest quality,” said Frank Fischer, CEO and Chairman of Volkswagen Chattanooga. “Our plant was designed to be flexible in order to respond to market demand and I’m proud that we’ve achieved this so quickly. This is a good day for Volkswagen and for the people of Chattanooga,” Fischer said.

The Volkswagen plant in Chattanooga currently employs more than 2,700 people, about 2,200 by Volkswagen and an additional 500 by Aerotek, the company’s staffing partner.

“We have made a commitment to this market, both in terms of products and investment. Our original commitment to invest $4 billion into the U.S. market continues to grow, with a parts depot announced last week and now another further commitment to employment here in Chattanooga,” said Jonathan Browning, President and CEO of Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. “Quite plainly, we need more Passat to meet the market demand and I’m glad that we can respond so quickly by adding staff in Chattanooga,” Browning said.

The plant has been working daily overtime to meet the market demand. The additions to the workforce will allow the plant to extend its weekly production capacity while, at the same time, reducing the amount of overtime work for the existing team members.

“We promised a world-class work environment when we came to Chattanooga,” said Hans-Herbert Jagla, Executive Vice President of Human Resources. “That commitment, along with our confidence in the market strength of the Passat, allowed us to accelerate the implementation of our third team. We came to Tennessee with a commitment to hire 2,000 people and we are proud that we are now growing our team to over 3,000.”

The plant, the world’s only LEED certified Platinum factory, opened in May of 2011 and builds the 2012 Volkswagen Passat, which was named the Motor Trend Car of the Year and has earned several other distinctions, including being ranked as the “Best Family Car of 2012,” by kbb.com, the online version of Kelley Blue Book.

“Congratulations to Volkswagen and Chattanooga,” said Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam. “The partnership between Tennessee and Volkswagen has been beneficial to both and serves as the perfect example of the private sector and the public sector working together,” Haslam said.

“These 800 new positions are a combination of production and support functions,” said Jagla. “We will use this opportunity to hire many of our current Aerotek contract employees. So, Aerotek will be recruiting to fill full-time contract production positions that will open up as a result. We will also be hiring additional supervisors, quality engineers, and professionals in a number of areas,” Jagla said.

Applicants for production positions must be 18 years of age, have a high school diploma or GED, and have legal authorization to work in the U.S. Interested candidates can apply online with Aerotek at www.aerotektn.com. Aerotek will select candidates to move to the assessment process, including practical hands-on testing.

Candidates for professional positions like Production Supervisors, Engineers, and IT Specialists should apply online with Volkswagen at www.vwjobschattanooga.com.

Volkswagen of Athens, located in beautiful Bogart, Georgia, is your leading new and used Volkswagen dealer serving Northeast Georgia including all of Bogart, Athens, Atlanta, Winder, Monroe, Loganville, Lawrenceville, Snellville, Gainesville, Buford, Sugar Hill, Covington, Suwanee, Conyers, Lilburn, Duluth Redan and Norcross. We are a locally owned and operated company, and as such, recognize the unique qualities of Northeast Georgia and its residents. We try to tailor our products and services to the needs of our area customers and welcome your comments and suggestions. We have served the Athens and surrounding areas for over seventeen years and appreciate you the trust and loyalty our customers have placed in us.

We’re a small town dealer that knows a thing or two, particularly the importance of one on one customer care. Here at VW of Athens, the customer is a big fish in a small pond, and we treat you just like that. Feel free to browse our new and pre-owned inventory online at www.volkswagenofathens.com to request more information about vehicles, set up a test drive or inquire about financing!

Our company philosophy is based upon two very traditional fundamental values: common sense and the golden rule. We highly value our customers and our employees. We strive to achieve the highest levels of honesty, integrity and fairness in all our dealings with both.

We’re here to make sure you have a good time purchasing and owning your Volkswagen, which is why you can count on service in a timely fashion. Our VW Certified Service Technicians are very knowledgeable who offer great customer service with competitive pricing. Schedule a service appointment online, order real VW parts, or just learn a little more about our service department here.

Contact Information

Volkswagen of Athens

www.volkswagenofathens.com

4735 Atlanta Highway

Bogart, GA 30622

Sales: 1-866-308-2723

Service: 1-866-617-9921

Sales Hours:

Sunday – Closed

Monday – Friday 9:00AM – 8:00PM

Saturday – 9:00AM – 6:00PM

Service Hours:

Sunday – Closed

Monday – Friday 7:30AM – 6:00PM

Saturday – 8:00AM – 4:00PM

Parts Hours:

Sunday & Sunday – Closed

Monday – Friday 7:30AM – 6:00PM

Ten good reasons to have a dealership service your car

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Today’s new cars and trucks need a special kind of care. By going to a franchised new-car dealership. You can expect quality service and avoid unnecessary maintenance and repairs.

1. QUALIFIED TECHNICIANS

Many dealership technicians are certified by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE). Usually they specialize in only one make of vehicles – yours.

2. TOP-NOTCH TRAINING

You can be assured that dealership technicians have current technical and product information. This generation of cars needs the computer skills, electronics and continuing education that your manufacturer provides to the dealership technicians who service your car.

3. STATE-OF-THE-ART EQUIPMENT

Dealers have access to specially designed service tools and the finest in modern diagnostic system to use in servicing your car.

4. HELPFUL HOT LINES

You benefit from a vast data base of current technical information available to your dealer. Technicians can usually call the manufacturer’s hot line which provides instant inside information about your specific model car.

5. THE RIGHT PARTS

With original equipment replacement parts manufactured for your exact model car or truck, you’ll be assured of the right look, the right fit, and the same original equipment manufacturer (OEM) quality you originally purchased.

6. PROTECTION FOR YOUR INVESTMENT

Since you’ve probably spent about $15,000 or more on your new car, you won’t want to rely on anyone other than top professionals. Your new car dealership helps you keep your car in top performance condition.

7. COMPETITIVE PRICES

Check their prices. They’re probably better than you think. Competition has forced many dealerships to lower their prices – especially on simple maintenance such as oil changes and tune-ups.

8. SOLID GUARANTEES!

Because reputations depend on customer satisfaction, many dealerships guarantee repairs for periods appropriate to individual automobile conditions. You’ll also get available manufactures’ guarantees on original equipment replacement parts.

9. PERSONAL CONVENIENCE

In an effort to earn and keep your business, many dealerships have extended service hours to include nights and weekends, opened express lines for routine maintenance and repairs, and started to provide guaranteed delivery times for work completed. Many also offer transportation or “loaner” cars while repairs are being made.

10. POSITIVE SATISFACTION

More than ever before, your dealership wants to please customers by combining superior customer service with quality work at a fair price. Because their business depends on it, dealers are making your satisfaction their priority.

Volkswagen of Athens, located in beautiful Bogart, Georgia, is your leading new and used Volkswagen dealer serving Northeast Georgia including all of Bogart, Athens, Atlanta, Winder, Monroe, Loganville, Lawrenceville, Snellville, Gainesville, Buford, Sugar Hill, Covington, Suwanee, Conyers, Lilburn, Duluth Redan and Norcross. We are a locally owned and operated company, and as such, recognize the unique qualities of Northeast Georgia and its residents. We try to tailor our products and services to the needs of our area customers and welcome your comments and suggestions. We have served the Athens and surrounding areas for over seventeen years and appreciate you the trust and loyalty our customers have placed in us.

We’re a small town dealer that knows a thing or two, particularly the importance of one on one customer care. Here at VW of Athens, the customer is a big fish in a small pond, and we treat you just like that. Feel free to browse our new and pre-owned inventory online at www.volkswagenofathens.com to request more information about vehicles, set up a test drive or inquire about financing!

Our company philosophy is based upon two very traditional fundamental values: common sense and the golden rule. We highly value our customers and our employees. We strive to achieve the highest levels of honesty, integrity and fairness in all our dealings with both.

We’re here to make sure you have a good time purchasing and owning your Volkswagen, which is why you can count on service in a timely fashion. Our VW Certified Service Technicians are very knowledgeable who offer great customer service with competitive pricing. Schedule a service appointment online, order real VW parts, or just learn a little more about our service department here.

Contact Information

Volkswagen of Athens

www.volkswagenofathens.com

4735 Atlanta Highway

Bogart, GA 30622

Sales: 1-866-308-2723

Service: 1-866-617-9921

Sales Hours:

Sunday – Closed

Monday – Friday 9:00AM – 8:00PM

Saturday – 9:00AM – 6:00PM

Service Hours:

Sunday – Closed

Monday – Friday 7:30AM – 6:00PM

Saturday – 8:00AM – 4:00PM

Parts Hours:

Sunday & Sunday – Closed

Monday – Friday 7:30AM – 6:00PM

 

 

Volkswagen of Athens Reports VW Revs Up Profits and Pressure on GM

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As annual profits go, Volkswagen hit it out of the park, as reported this week by CNBC.com News.

In fact, the record profit the German automaker announced at its annual meeting on Monday will have a lot of people wondering why it made nearly triple the amount of money GM did last year Overall, VW posted a net profit of $20.1 billion dollars with annual revenue surging 26% to $207.1 billion. Yes, some of the VW profit was helped by a revaluation gain on the options it holds to buy a remaining 50.1% of Porsche. Still, the staggering 58% jump in operating profits shows just how successful last year was for VW.

Compare those figures with General Motors. GM made $7.6 billion last year. By all accounts, it was a fantastic year for GM, especially coming just two years after bankruptcy. But with VW breathing nipping at the heels of GM to become the world’s largest automaker, its worth comparing GM and VW. And for that, one figure stands out. In 2011, VW made approximately $55 million every day while GM made approximately $21 million.

So why the difference? Both automakers are racking up sizable profits in China. And while GM made the bulk of its money in the U.S., VW continues to struggle here. By comparison, Volkswagen is still profiting in Europe while GM lost $700 million in that continent. One key differentiator between GM and VW is the strength of their luxury divisions. Cadillac is largely a North American brand, just starting to grow overseas. For Volkswagen, there is a portfolio of strong earnings contributors including Bentley and Porsche. And then there is Audi. It generated more profits for VW than any other brand. Audi’s operating profit last year surged by $2.6 billion.

In 2011 VW sold 1.3 million Audi vehicles around the world. It was the 16th best-selling brand of the year. Cadillac? GM sold just under 200,000 last year, making it the 52nd best-selling brand in 2011. Watch Audi over the next two years. It will be a key player in Volkswagen’s stated goal of eclipsing GM to become the world’s top automaker. In terms of profit, the German automaker has already far exceeded GM.

Volkswagen of Athens, located in beautiful Bogart, Georgia, is your leading new and used Volkswagen dealer serving Northeast Georgia including all of Bogart, Athens, Atlanta, Winder, Monroe, Loganville, Lawrenceville, Snellville, Gainesville, Buford, Sugar Hill, Covington, Suwanee, Conyers, Lilburn, Duluth Redan and Norcross. We are a locally owned and operated company, and as such, recognize the unique qualities of Northeast Georgia and its residents. We try to tailor our products and services to the needs of our area customers and welcome your comments and suggestions. We have served the Athens and surrounding areas for over seventeen years and appreciate you the trust and loyalty our customers have placed in us.

We’re a small town dealer that knows a thing or two, particularly the importance of one on one customer care. Here at VW of Athens, the customer is a big fish in a small pond, and we treat you just like that. Feel free to browse our new and pre-owned inventory online at www.volkswagenofathens.com to request more information about vehicles, set up a test drive or inquire about financing!

Our company philosophy is based upon two very traditional fundamental values: common sense and the golden rule. We highly value our customers and our employees. We strive to achieve the highest levels of honesty, integrity and fairness in all our dealings with both.

We’re here to make sure you have a good time purchasing and owning your Volkswagen, which is why you can count on service in a timely fashion. Our VW Certified Service Technicians are very knowledgeable who offer great customer service with competitive pricing. Schedule a service appointment online, order real VW parts, or just learn a little more about our service department here.

Contact Information

Volkswagen of Athens

www.volkswagenofathens.com

4735 Atlanta Highway

Bogart, GA 30622

Sales: 1-866-308-2723

Service: 1-866-617-9921

Sales Hours:

Sunday – Closed

Monday – Friday 9:00AM – 8:00PM

Saturday – 9:00AM – 6:00PM

Service Hours:

Sunday – Closed

Monday – Friday 7:30AM – 6:00PM

Saturday – 8:00AM – 4:00PM

Parts Hours:

Sunday & Sunday – Closed

Monday – Friday 7:30AM – 6:00PM

 

Volkswagen of Athens Reports 42.5 Percent Increase in February U.S. Sales

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Volkswagen of Athens is very proud to announce Volkswagen of America, Inc. reported 30,577 units sold in February, a 42.5 percent increase over prior year sales and best February since 1973.

– Best February sales results since 1973 with 30,577 units sold –

– Passat named Top Family Car by Kelley Blue Book’s KBB.com amidst sales momentum –

  • February sales total 30,577 units, a 42. 5 percent increase over prior year sales
  • Passat, the 2012 Motor Trend Car of the Year, sold 8,189 its best month since August 2001
  • Tiguan sold 2,280 units, its best February ever
  • Jetta Sedan achieved 11,694 units, up 11.4 percent versus the prior year • High-mileage, clean diesel TDI models account for 21.3 percent of sales in February, up 54.6 percent versus the prior month

“February’s strong sales of 30,577 units and back-to-back record months reflects the increasing consumer confidence in the marketplace and strong interest for our products,” said Jonathan Browning, President and CEO, Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. “With escalating fuel prices, we anticipate increased demand for our full-range of fuel efficient vehicles, particularly our TDI Clean Diesel models, to continue into the spring selling season.”

The Passat, recently named the #1 Family Car for 2012 by Kelley Blue Book’s kbb.com, continues to be a success in the competitive mid-size sedan segment with 8,189 units for the month of February.

Jetta sedan remains the volume leader for Volkswagen with sales totaling 11,694, its best February ever. The 2012 Beetle sold 1,303 units. The TDI Clean Diesel Coupe was unveiled this month at the Chicago Auto Show; it will go on sale late summer 2012.

The Tiguan continued strong sales with 2,280 units sold, marking the best February ever. The Touareg vehicles saw an increase in sales with 65.1 percent with 723 units sold.

Volkswagen’s high-mileage, clean diesel TDI models account for 21.3 percent of sales in February, a 54.6 percent increase versus the prior month.

Volkswagen of Athens, located in beautiful Bogart, Georgia, is your leading new and used Volkswagen dealer serving Northeast Georgia including all of Bogart, Athens, Atlanta, Winder, Monroe, Loganville, Lawrenceville, Snellville, Gainesville, Buford, Sugar Hill, Covington, Suwanee, Conyers, Lilburn, Duluth Redan and Norcross. We are a locally owned and operated company, and as such, recognize the unique qualities of Northeast Georgia and its residents. We try to tailor our products and services to the needs of our area customers and welcome your comments and suggestions. We have served the Athens and surrounding areas for over seventeen years and appreciate you the trust and loyalty our customers have placed in us.

We’re a small town dealer that knows a thing or two, particularly the importance of one on one customer care. Here at VW of Athens, the customer is a big fish in a small pond, and we treat you just like that. Feel free to browse our new and pre-owned inventory online at www.volkswagenofathens.com to request more information about vehicles, set up a test drive or inquire about financing!

Our company philosophy is based upon two very traditional fundamental values: common sense and the golden rule. We highly value our customers and our employees. We strive to achieve the highest levels of honesty, integrity and fairness in all our dealings with both.

We’re here to make sure you have a good time purchasing and owning your Volkswagen, which is why you can count on service in a timely fashion. Our VW Certified Service Technicians are very knowledgeable who offer great customer service with competitive pricing. Schedule a service appointment online, order real VW parts, or just learn a little more about our service department here.

Contact Information

Volkswagen of Athens

www.volkswagenofathens.com

4735 Atlanta Highway

Bogart, GA 30622

Sales: 1-866-308-2723

Service: 1-866-617-9921

Sales Hours:

Sunday – Closed

Monday – Friday 9:00AM – 8:00PM

Saturday – 9:00AM – 6:00PM

Service Hours:

Sunday – Closed

Monday – Friday 7:30AM – 6:00PM

Saturday – 8:00AM – 4:00PM

Parts Hours:

Sunday & Sunday – Closed

Monday – Friday 7:30AM – 6:00PM

Volkswagen of Athens announces Kelley Blue Book’s KKB.com names Volkswagen Passat “Top Family Car”

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Volkswagen shares family values as the Volkswagen Passat is named 2012 top family car by KKB.com. The Editors at the prestigious website single out Passat as the number one family-hauler, from a field of 10 cars.

The 2012 Passat can add yet another accolade to its growing roster of awards: It has been named by Kelley Blue Book’s www.kbb.com as the number-one pick for its 10 Best Family Cars of 2012 list. Each year, the expert editors at kbb.com choose 10 vehicles that they feel address a wide selection of typical familial concerns, ranging from safety, comfort, child-friendliness and favorable consumer ratings to potential out-of-pocket costs during the car’s first five years of ownership.

The Passat—starting at $19,995, with class-leading rear-seat legroom and parent-friendly standard features like Bluetooth® technology and dual-zone climate control—represents a tremendous value for any modern family. And, with the option of a TDI® Clean Diesel engine that gets an EPA estimated 43 mpg on the highway and a range of up to 795 miles when equipped with a manual transmission, the Passat can also be an eco-conscious family-hauling machine.

In naming the Passat their number one pick, kbb.com editors said: “Crafted specifically for the American market—it’s even built in Chattanooga, Tennessee—the 2012 Volkswagen Passat is both larger and cheaper than the model it replaces. But the European driving dynamics and interior feel remain, making the new Passat a uniquely well-rounded family sedan and our best family car of 2012.”

“We’re flattered to have the Passat recognized as the best family car of 2012 by the editors at Kelley Blue Book’s kbb.com, a company that is highly regarded by both the automotive industry and consumers,” said Jonathan Browning, President and CEO, Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. “Such acknowledgement further validates our efforts to make it the first affordable, midsize German-engineered car for the American family. And it’s built in America!”

Volkswagen of Athens, located in beautiful Bogart, Georgia, is your leading new and used Volkswagen dealer serving Northeast Georgia including all of Bogart, Athens, Atlanta, Winder, Monroe, Loganville, Lawrenceville, Snellville, Gainesville, Buford, Sugar Hill, Covington, Suwanee, Conyers, Lilburn, Duluth Redan and Norcross. We are a locally owned and operated company, and as such, recognize the unique qualities of Northeast Georgia and its residents. We try to tailor our products and services to the needs of our area customers and welcome your comments and suggestions. We have served the Athens and surrounding areas for over seventeen years and appreciate you the trust and loyalty our customers have placed in us.

We’re a small town dealer that knows a thing or two, particularly the importance of one on one customer care. Here at VW of Athens, the customer is a big fish in a small pond, and we treat you just like that. Feel free to browse our new and pre-owned inventory online at www.volkswagenofathens.com to request more information about vehicles, set up a test drive or inquire about financing!

Our company philosophy is based upon two very traditional fundamental values: common sense and the golden rule. We highly value our customers and our employees. We strive to achieve the highest levels of honesty, integrity and fairness in all our dealings with both.

We’re here to make sure you have a good time purchasing and owning your Volkswagen, which is why you can count on service in a timely fashion. Our VW Certified Service Technicians are very knowledgeable who offer great customer service with competitive pricing. Schedule a service appointment online, order real VW parts, or just learn a little more about our service department here.

Contact Information

Volkswagen of Athens

www.volkswagenofathens.com

4735 Atlanta Highway

Bogart, GA 30622

Sales: 1-866-308-2723

Service: 1-866-617-9921

Sales Hours:

Sunday – Closed

Monday – Friday 9:00AM – 8:00PM

Saturday – 9:00AM – 6:00PM

Service Hours:

Sunday – Closed

Monday – Friday 7:30AM – 6:00PM

Saturday – 8:00AM – 4:00PM

Parts Hours:

Sunday & Sunday – Closed

Monday – Friday 7:30AM – 6:00PM