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1967 is considered the zenith year of Beetles by many VW enthusiasts, and rightfully so. It was the first year that Bugs were offered with 12V electrical systems and the last year they received chrome towel bar bumpers. Knowing this made it even crummier to hear that a 10-year-old girl named Lisa Tucker had her '67 Beetle stolen. Yes, she's far from legal driving age, but the hardworking young car lover collected and sold scrap metal, took on odd jobs, and saved up all of her birthday and Christmas funds to buy the car for two grand.

A stirring Volkswagen ad recently shocked a group of theater-goers with its uniquely communicated message about the dangers of texting and driving. While taking your phone out during a movie is merely a nuisance to others, taking it out when driving could result in a tragedy, and Volkswagen's ad really hammers this point home. Watch as unsuspecting movie viewers are caught off guard when the ad takes a startling turn.

Did you know that car accidents are the leading cause of death for teenagers? And unfortunately, according to a study conducted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, parents do not always select cars that offer the best crash protection and safety technologies when shopping for their children. To help out caring moms and dads across the nation, the IIHS came up with a list of the safest used cars for teens and we're proud to say that Volkswagen was one of the most listed brands.

The original hot hatch is back and it's turning up the heat! With an all-new design, the 2015 Volkswagen Golf GTI offers sharper styling and a larger cabin with several upgrades, while its engine shows off greater powerful and fuel efficiency than its predecessor. Read more for details.

YouTube sensation, Stuart Edge, is known for his feel-good video pranks and this one is really warm and fuzzy. The video, which recently went viral, proves that there are still good people in the world and that honesty truly is the best policy. When a girl accidently hits Edge's car and leaves a note with her phone number, he immediately conjures up an idea for an impromptu prank that ends with her receiving $200 for telling the truth!

If you or anyone you know is currently enrolled in design-related courses, Volkswagen wants your help with a new video-game concept car! Students are being asked to enter the Volkswagen Design Contest now through Aug. 15 and, if you want to partner up, teams of two are allowed to enter, as long as judges can easily identify each applicant's contributions. Read more to find out what the winners - yes, winners plural - will receive from VW!

It may look nearly the same on the outside, but when it comes to Jetta's refresh, it's what's inside that matters. In fact, the new 2015 model offers several tech and under-the-hood updates that have critics raving. Read on to find out what new driver assistance features have been added and how many miles per gallon you'll get with the updated diesel engine! Then brace yourself for the upcoming arrival of the 2015 VW Jetta in Phoenix - we can't wait!

We're excited to announce that our brand-new, state-of-the-art service center is complete! Bring your car in today and see all of the enhancements we've made for yourself! Read more for details about our new service and parts departments, as well as our new deluxe customer lounge.

Over the course of its four-decade career, the Volkswagen Golf has drawn many emulators, but none offer the same superior fit and finish, performance and style. While it was originally intended to be a replacement for the VW Beetle, Golf set its own path and instead became an icon of hatchback design.

While VW's lineup only consists of cars and SUVs in America, the automaker has had success in other countries with a compact truck called the Amarok. Back in 2009, there were discussions about whether or not to bring the truck to the U.S., but ultimately Volkswagen decided against it. However, recently the company has stated that the idea is back on the table.