Tag Archives: 2013

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Quick drive: 2013 Volkswagen Passat TDI

We recently had the opportunity to take a short drive in Volkswagen’s full-size American-made 2013 Passat TDI sedan here in downtown Phoenix. This Passat stands apart from the rest on…

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Diesel plug-in hybrid Volkswagen CrossBlue debuts at Detroit

At the Detroit Auto Show, Volkswagen wowed journalists with the ground-breaking CrossBlue SUV Concept. The concept Volkswagen says represents a potential new product only for the US and Canadian market…

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Quick drive: 2013 Volkswagen Jetta TDI

For 2013, the Volkswagen Jetta gets a number of detail improvements to keep it fresh and appealing, however sales for the 2012 model year were record in their numbers. The…

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Audi launching TDI Clean Diesel across model line in 2013

Audi will roll out diesel versions of the A8, A7, A6 and Q5 at the Los Angeles Auto Show next week. On the heels of news that BMW will introduce…

SEMA Show 2012: Mazda CX-5 SkyActiv Diesel

Mazda shows off a number of CX-5 sport utility vehicles this week at the Specialty Equipment Manufacturer’s Association (SEMA) Show. One caught our attention however, the CX-5 Dempsey Sleek, sporty…

2013 Ford Powerstroke Diesel F-Series gains towing capability

Ford continues to strengthen their F-Series Super Duty pickups. For 2013 they have just announced an increase in the capabilities for towing, hauling and braking, for both their Powerstroke diesel…

2013 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class earns SUV of the year

Citing the Mercedes Benz GL-Class as “the best the luxury SUV class has ever seen,” Motor Trend has awarded it Sport Utility Of The Year for the second consecutive time….

Jeep Wrangler Diesel by Kahn

In another case of cruel and unusual punishment, treason if you wish, Jeep builds a diesel powered Wrangler…..for all markets outside the United States. Adding insult to injury this week…

2013 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible TDI unveiled

This week Volkswagen unveiled the all new drop top version of its new Beetle. The third generation convertible Beetle will begin production before the end of this year and offer…