Volkswagen Car Reviews & Listings

The German word "Volkswagen" means "people's car," a term that reveals how the auto company got its start. In the 1930s, Adolf Hitler recruited automotive engineer Dr. Ferdinand Porsche to design a car accessible to the working man. The result was the vehicle that eventually became known as the VW Beetle, an innovatively designed vehicle that enjoyed international success. Although VW struggled after the introduction of the original Beetle, the company reclaimed its niche with the New Beetle, which debuted in 1998. Since then, VW has sustained its success with vehicles that emphasize fuel economy, handling, and quality designs.