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Volkswagen, one of the most well-known automobile manufacturers in the world, traces its origins way back to 1934. The name itself actually means “people’s car” in German, and the first idea came from none other than Adolf Hitler — but don’t hold that against them. Their initial goal was to create an affordable and dependable car for all Germans. But they also wanted it to withstand the high speeds conducted on the newly-built Autobahn highway system.
The idea quickly caught on, and it wasn’t long before other manufacturers around the world — including Ford — eventually began producing prototypes.
Since that time, they have gone on to sell millions and millions of cars — everything from the VW Bus to the famous VW Beetle. And much like those first models that took to the Autobahn, the company shows no signs of slowing down.
Today Volkswagen AG ranks third in overall car sales in the world, averaging a yearly output of 9,727,848 vehicles.
This includes a variety of popular car brands, including Lamborghini, Bentley, Bugatti, Audi, and Porsche.
According to Hedges & Company, the demographic of buyers is:
While most vehicles run like a well-oiled machine, there are some common problems that Volkswagen owners have reported.
All of these problems and more can be fixed by the Volkswagen service mechanics at Milito’s Auto Repair in Chicago.
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The new Parking Steering Assistance scans the space and maneuvers the vehicle in, and can also perform multiple-move parking maneuvers, all activated by pressing a button.
MARTA (Mobile Augmented Reality Technical Assistance)
This repair system shows real and virtual parts in three-dimensional relation to one another, giving technicians a new way of identifying work items more quickly and accurately.
This model is one of the most fuel-efficient cars in the world. The tiny 1 litre twin cylinder diesel engine uses only 2.0 L/100 km. Because of the light 795 kg curb weight, it can also accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 11.9 seconds.
DCC Adaptive Chassis Control System
This uses electronically-controlled suspension struts that react to changes in the road environment within milliseconds, and can change the feel of your ride in a split second. Just push a button and you can go from “normal” to “comfort” to “sport.”
1937 – The German Labour Front established the “Gesellschaft zur Vorbereitung des Deutschen Volkswagens mbH”. The company was later renamed to Volkswagenwerk GmbH the next year.
1938 – The Volkswagen factory in Wolfsburg, Germany is established and the first Type 1 — the Beetle — was rolled off the assembly line.
WWII – Civilian vehicle production was limited because of the war, and Volkswagen primarily focused on military vehicles. However, due to the Allied air attacks, the Volkswagen factory sustained heavy damage.
1945 – After the Allied victory, the British helped rebuild the Volkswagen factory and mass produce new cars. In fact, credit is often give to Volkswagen for playing a major role in rebuilding Germany’s post-war economy.
1949 – Volkswagen vehicles became available in the United States, and soon became a favorite worldwide brand. The Type 2 (known as the VW Bus) was also introduced, and along with the Beetle, would become a popular vehicle choice during the Hippie movement of the 1960s.
1955 – To better serve the growing US market, the Volkswagen Group of America is established. That same year, the millionth Type 1 Beetle also rolled off the assembly line.
1968 – Thanks to the Disney film, The Love Bug, moviegoers are introduced to Herbie, a headstrong Volkswagen Beetle with #53 decals.
1972 – On February 17, the Volkswagen Beetle surpassed the Ford Model T in production numbers (15,007,034). This made it history’s most produced single model at the time, although it would later be surpassed by the Toyota Corolla.
1974 – Volkswagen begins to produce its Golf hatchback model, which would arrive in the US in 1978 as the Rabbit. Models for the American market are produced in a new factory in New Stanton, PA.
1979 – The Volkswagen Jetta is introduced to great acclaim and sales in Europe. It wouldn’t arrive in the US until 1993, and when it did, sales were initially dismal.
1985 – The AutoMuseum Volkswagen in Wolfsburg, Germany opened its doors. In 2000, a secondary museum (the AutoStadt) was opened.
1998 – The Volkswagen New Beetle is produced and would remain in production until 2011.
2002 – Volkswagen introduced their first modern SUV, the Touareg.
2003 – The last Type 1 Beetle (production number 21,529,464) is made on July 30. Where is it now? You can find it at the AutoMuseum Volkswagen in Wolfsburg.
2008 – A new Volkswagen production plant opened up in Chattanooga, TN.
2009 – Volkswagen merges with Porsche.
2016 – For the first time ever, the Beetle is available with a factory-produced shade of pink (Fresh Fuschia) and is dubbed the #PinkBeetle. This would be the first car in automotive history to have a hashtag in its name.
2017 – Volkswagen introduces its first-ever full size crossover with third-row seating, named the Atlas.
The Volkswagen name means “People’s car.”
The company used to award savings bonds to babies that were physically born in a VW Beetle.
Volkswagen was founded by Adolf Hitler in 1937, and he built an entire city meant to house the factory and workers.
The popular dogs toy, the Kong, is inspired by part of a Volkswagen bus suspension that the creator’s German Shepherds played with all the time.
Volkswagen AG’s Beetle had been in production for more than 65 years, which set a record for the longest single-make vehicle produced in the history of cars.