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The Volkswagen Passat’s LATCH system was recently tested by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, whose researchers found that it performs excellently for those with little ones. Exceeding in all areas - from ease of use to ease of access - Passat’s LATCH system earned top ratings from the IIHS, an honor that very few other vehicle models can claim.

You probably know Swedish actor Peter Stormare from movies like “Minority Report” and “Fargo,” as well as television appearances on “Seinfeld” and “Prison Break,” but one little gem from his career you might have forgotten about were his killer VW commercials. Yes, they were so hysterical they became an Internet phenomenon when uploaded to YouTube in 2006. We’ve got all three of the commercials here for you to view and they’re sure to put a smile on your face.

If you’re a typography enthusiast, you may have heard that Volkswagen recently unveiled a new typeface for its Das Auto logo. The previous font, a version of Futura known as VW Utopia (and VW Headline), has had a very long career. It was first featured in a 1960s ad created by the advertising agency Doyle Dane Bernbach (DDB). Now Volkswagen has introduced a new font that it says is “more contemporary, less geometric, and features dynamic contrast.”

Fabulous Phoenix Fourth offers fun and fireworks in a safe, family-friendly atmosphere. The premier central Phoenix Independence Day celebration is a long-held tradition that continues once again this year with live music, a Kids Zone, inflatables and a world-class Patriotic Program that honors our nation’s heroes.

Imagine picking your kids up from school in this: a classic 1962 VW T1 van that’s been souped-up with lightweight carbon fiber and a turbocharged 558-hp Porsche motor. The “Bulli” can hit up to 143 miles per hour, making for a joy ride like no other. Want to see it in action? We’ve got a video enclosed just for you.

Soon Car-Net enabled Volkswagens will offer Apple Watch integration, giving owners the ability to control remote vehicle functions via their wrists! The new smart watch is already a hit and we’re guessing that some of you have them, so we wanted to give you the lowdown on what VW models will sync with the watch and the type of functions you’ll be able to perform. Read more for details.

Cool evening nights are behind us, but we don’t care! For VW enthusiasts, these awesome heaters/lawn ornaments are a must-have! They can sit and look pretty until cooler weather comes back around again. Click the button below to see more pics and find out where you can get them.

Volkswagen recently unveiled its C Coupe GTE Concept at the 2015 Shanghai Auto Show and sources are saying that a version of it could go into production in America. The four-door would slot between the Passat and Phaeton, and we think its sleek coupe-like styling and smart plug-in hybrid efficiency would win over U.S. shoppers.

There are few vehicles out there that have gained the same level of acclaim as the VW Transporter, which recently turned 65 years old! It’s a classic with many nicknames and it remains a sought after van even after all these decades.