Originally, this wasn’t going to happen. Early last year, when Volkswagen introduced the new Passat in its estate-only form, we were told it would not be coming to Ireland. Why? Well, the short ...

The VW Passat B9 is known as a modern sedan/wagon that offers a strong mix of comfort, technology, and practicality for daily use and long-distance driving. Trump reacts to Clayton Fuller advancing ...

Having a seldom-seen engine under the hood of your car can be a great talking point; depending on what you have, it can offer impressive credentials, and it can be a bit of a boast. But, throughout ...

The original Volkswagen Passat was introduced way back in 1973, and multiple generations since then have helped cement its status as a brand-defining VW large family car. More than 34 million have ...

What if the end game isn’t SUVs, whether electric or not? Could fitness-for-purpose still have a place in a world dominated by uniform crossovers? And therefore, is the car before you not old ...

Volkswagen introduces the all-new Passat B9 with premium features and a refined design. Discover how this new generation compares to the Audi A6 in comfort, quality, and value. Heavy snow warning as ...

Some years ago, after the end of the Cold War and (previous) Russian domination of Eastern Europe, the great but much devalued Skoda motor works – and the brand – was acquired by the Volkswagen group.

Nigel first entered the world of automotive journalism in the mid-80s, working for what was then the “bible” of weekly automotive content - Motoring News. Those were the days of tip-tap typewriters, ...

Wagons don’t get a lot of love Stateside, with American buyers choosing SUVs over – well, pretty much every other type of vehicle imaginable. That’s our loss, as the latest plug in hybrid versions of ...

The Volkswagen Passat eHybrid has long been celebrated for its blend of efficiency, performance, and premium features. With the introduction of the new Match and Black Edition trims, Volkswagen has ...

VW’s family favourite is on borrowed time, but this updated version is reassuring in its familiarity. Get one while you still can Having spent brief periods in the motor trade and renting out cars, ...

VW's lineup may have transformed around it, but the humble Passat wagon remains - what's changed in 20 years? Like so many legacy carmakers these days, caught between a storied combustion-powered past ...