VW will introduce a new performance variant of the Golf named the GTE.
With 'E' standing for electric, this plug-in hybrid will use the same powerplant as Audi A3 e-tron. Power will come from a 1.4L TSI turbo four-cylinder connected with an electric motor for a total output of 204hp. The numbers for the GTE aren't great, but moderate for a hybrid. 0-62mph will take 7.6 seconds with the 6-speed DSG transmission and it will have a top speed of 135mph. Similar to the GTD, performance will only come from the GTI sourced parts including suspension, brakes, and interior styling. It does feature unique front LED daytime running lights, and blue accent plaid seats.
In pure electric mode it can travel up to 31 miles. With both engines functioning, it can travel up to 584 miles. Also, range as a plug-in hybrid will return up to 130 mpg (US).
There will be an App available from Volkswagen that will access all the GTE's info/data and control various functions remotely.
It will debut at the Geneva Motor Show next month, and is expected to hit the market next year (2015), for Europe only at this time.

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This is the latest from ABT for the seventh generation Golf R. Exterior features include new front spoiler, side skirts, rear diffuser, roof spoiler, grill, eyelids, mirror covers, and new wheels. Power upgrades come from remapped software bumping horsepower +65 for a total of 365hp with 460Nm of torque. 0-100 km/h (0-62mph) is improved from 4.9 seconds (with DSG), to 4.5 seconds. The full kit is expected to debut at the Geneva Motor Show next month.

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Here is the closest (expected) rendering of the next Audi TT that we've seen to date. While retaining the same profile, there are new headlamps, taillights, grill, bumper styling, and wider wheel arches. Of course, all will be revealed next month at the Geneva Motor Show.

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The Volkswagen Scirocco has received its first facelift since it launched six years ago.
The update includes new grill, headlamps, taillights, and modified bumpers. Besides an exterior change, all standard models come with stop/start and battery regeneration technology. The Scirocco R gains a bump in power, with the 2.0L turbo now producing 280hp. The official debut will take place next month at the Geneva Motor Show.
It will go on sale first in Europe starting mid-August, with other countries to follow shortly after.
The facelift is only a slight change as VW is focusing a lot of effort into the second generation Scirocco which is expected for 2015.

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Head of Porsche Matthias Müller said recently that a new small sedan model is very close to reaching production.
He was quoted saying: “I think a seven-model series would be a good line-up because most cars have a seven-year life cycle. If we had seven models we could have a major event each year, as well as the variants.” The long rumored model has been known as 'Pajun' for Panamera Junior, much like Macan is to the Cayenne.
Müller is pushing for this new sedan, suggesting that it's already in the well advanced stage. However, the decision is up to parent company Volkswagen. If the greenlight is given it could go on sale in 2016-2017, and go up against the likes of BMW 5-Series and Mercedes E-Class.

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Porsche has confirmed that both the GTS and Turbo S Macan will make production. Details are limited, but with the GTS we expected stiffer suspension, lower ride height, chassis modification for extra responsiveness, optional manual transmission, sport exhaust, and redesigned aggressive wide appearance. Along with all the mentioned above, the Turbo S will be a more modified 3.6L V6 Turbo with around 450hp or more.

Turbo model shown

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The long rumored and awaited Audi S1 is finally here. With the official debut next month in Geneva, this hatchback sport compact promises to be a hit.
Power comes from a turbocharged 2.0L TFSI producing 228hp and 273 lb-ft of torque. With its permanent Quattro all-wheel drive system, 0 to 100 km/h only takes 5.8 seconds and a top speed of 155 mph. The suspension has been heavily modified with a four-link design instead of the compound link found on the A1. This among other upgrades make the S1 extremely agile. Brakes have also been increased for maximum stopping power.
The exterior has been redesigned with new bumpers, side skirts, roof spoiler, black accents, xenon headlights, and LED taillights.
Both the S1 (2-door) and S1 Sportback (5-door) will go on sale in Germany starting the second quarter of 2014 priced at €29,950 ($40,820) and €30,800 ($42,025).

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With the recent spy photos and info, we stumbled upon another rendering. The Mk3 TT is set to debut next month. As a sneak peak this latest photo looks the closest with new headlights, grill, bumper styling, and wider stance.
We're only a few weeks away from the official reveal, and the answers to many questions. Until then, Enjoy!

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An almost undisguised TT was recently caught testing at night. The new TT was sporting some new sharp and aggressive headlamps, flatter windshield/A pillar, bigger front grill, and fender flares. A lot has been improved upon for this new TT, and it will have a fresh look despite similar shape to the current model. It will be revealed next month at the Geneva Motor Show.
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Rendering

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The Golf CC is still only a rumor, but a rumor that's gaining speed. As VW continues the push to become number 1, new models are needed. One of those models expected is the Golf CC. Built primarily for the European and North American markets, the smaller sedan would slot in between the Jetta and Passat. This rendering is the latest for the 5-door Golf with Cross Coupé styling.

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