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My Thoughts Exactly: 2020 Volkswagen Jetta GLI

August 7, 2020 by Randy Stern
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Maybe back in the days of the Mark II Golf and Jetta, where both cars were actually the same from the front bumper to the C pillar. Back then, journalists found the difference between the GTI and GLI, remarking that the latter was more of an inexpensive Audi than anything. That’s quite a compliment.

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How To Measure True Value

October 5, 2021 by Randy Stern
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I know. That is an audacious statement. It is not without data, impressions, I know. That is an audacious statement. It is not without data, impressions, and results. However, it has always been a basis of argument between myself, my colleagues in the automotive media, the readership, and anyone else who wants to start a conversation about vehicles in the most important automotive segment today.

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Submitted For Your Consideration

June 26, 2020 by Randy Stern
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For the past two years, the Volkswagen Jetta was a finalist for the Victory & Reseda Vehicle of The Year (#VOTY). There are many reasons why it is a finalist.

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Travelogue: A Solo Weekend With Paul and The Blue Ox

June 29, 2023 by Randy Stern
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Still, being in a vehicle alone could yield various feelings. You could feel lonely, content, relaxed, and even excited. Still, it would be a good idea to take a solo adventure to avoid the pandemic for a few hours.

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My Thoughts Exactly: 2020 Volkswagen Passat

June 3, 2020 by Randy Stern
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The North America-only NMS-platform B7 Passat arrived on the scene at the 2011 North American International Auto Show. The Chattanooga, Tennessee-produced mid-sized sedan caused quite a stir, even though Volkswagen had been known to produce localized products for specific segments.

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My Thoughts Exactly: 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport

April 27, 2020 by Randy Stern
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TweetThe Chattanooga, Tennessee-built Volkswagen Atlas helped the cause of the Wolfsburg brand in this country. It achieved this by targeting families with a spacious three-row mid-sized SUV that offered a straight-forward experience for all on board. That’s great and all. However, there is now growth in an adjacent segment of the SUV market – the …

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Commentary: What's In A Logo?

January 19, 2021 by Randy Stern
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This question came up as I am working with a 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport for publication very soon. It is the first Volkswagen in the North American market to wear the new corporate logo. You will see the logo on future products, including the 2021 Atlas.

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My Favorite Vehicles I Never Got The Chance To Drive…Part 3

April 4, 2020 by Randy Stern
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As I get older, memories become fonder. Memories of vehicles driven – for work and for pleasure. Some memories are worth reliving inside your head. Others…could be considered forgettable.

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Historiography: All Bull

February 16, 2020 by Randy Stern
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Supercars are an interesting thing to discuss here. I bore witness to the not-so-rare Lamborghini on the streets of the San Fernando Valley, Beverly Hills and everywhere else in the Los Angeles basin. Hot Wheels and Matchbox sold plenty of Miuras to the fascination of many car-loving children. Heads snap upon sight of a Silhouette, Jarama, or an Urraco. The rarity of early Lamborghinis adds the mystique of the cars that wear the badge sporting the iconic bull.

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My Thoughts Exactly: 2019 Volkswagen Atlas

January 30, 2020 by Randy Stern
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If you are a regular reader of this website, then you know that I have two columns that are set aside for vehicle reviews. One is for full reviews, which can get pretty lengthy. Hey, I love telling a vehicle’s story, OK? Then, there’s Quickies. They can be as long as most reviews you read on the web or on social media since I end up telling the story of the vehicle anyway.

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