The new RNS 510 radio navigation system from Volkswagen not only unites a host of multimedia functions, but it can also be combined with a hybrid TV tuner and "Premium" Bluetooth mobile phone preparation. Effective immediately, the RNS 510 is available for the Touareg at a price of 2,020.00 euros. The RNS 510 from Volkswagen is easily and systematically controlled via a sensitive touchscreen display. Additional keys have also been provided to support this user-friendly concept. The new system has a high-performance processor which enables it to calculate routes extremely quickly and to display sections of a map in 16:9 format. An integrated 30 GB hard drive serves to store data for the navigation system and can also be used to save audio content (MP3 / WMA).

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A Volkswagen California is taking part in an eight day, 1,875 mile charity driving challenge from Trafalgar Square in London to Red Square in Russia to raise money for BEN, the motor industry and allied trades benevolent fund. The Trafalgar Square to Red Square Rally starts in London on Saturday 14 July and will pass through seven countries – the UK, Holland, Germany, Poland, Lithuania, Latvia and Russia. It is expected to finish in Moscow on Saturday 21 July.

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Volkswagen of America, Inc. has announced that ROAD & TRAVEL Magazine has named the Eos convertible one of the top 10 sexiest cars for 2007. In the 11th annual Sexy Car Buyer’s Guide, ROAD & TRAVEL Magazine (RTM) cites the Eos, with its coupe-sunroof-convertible (CSC)TM and price under $30,000, as “the best of all worlds. A road runner with simple, elegant lines [and] just enough trim in the right places.” Open top motoring, combined with the powerful 2.0T, 200 horsepower four-cylinder engine or a 3.6 L 250 hp V6 engine mated to the dual-clutch, DSG® six-speed transmission makes the Eos an exciting vehicle and fun to drive.

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Volkswagen of America, Inc. announced today that the Jetta and the GTI have each captured a J.D. Power and Associates APEAL award for 2007. J.D. Power and Associates 2007 Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) Study measures owner delight with the design, content, layout and performance of their new vehicles.

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Volkswagen has revealed the first images of its Tiguan, the new compact 4x4 which will go on sale in the UK in February 2008, following its world public debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September. Concept Tiguan made its debut at the Los Angeles Motor Show last year.

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Volkswagen has announced that legendary Australian cricketer, Shane Warne, has become an Ambassador for its Touareg luxury 4x4. Warne joins a strong Ambassador programme featuring other cricketing stars including Andrew Flintoff, Kevin Pietersen and Darren Gough. Having helped Australia regain the Ashes in Australia earlier this year Warne decided to bow out of International cricket and in so doing drew to a close a career that spanned 15 years and included a remarkable 708 test wickets in 145 Test Matches.

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Volkswagen UK has announced pricing and specification for its revised Phaeton luxury saloon ahead of the new car’s arrival in September this year. Revision highlights include updated interior and exterior styling as well as a new 3.0-litre V6 TDI engine which boasts more power than the outgoing unit, and which is the first Volkswagen engine to comply with the stringent Euro V emissions legislation.

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SIRIUS Satellite Radio today announced that Volkswagen of America, Inc. will offer SIRIUS as standard equipment in all Touareg2, New Beetle, New Beetle Convertible, GTI, and GLI models beginning with the 2008 model year. SIRIUS will also be available on Jetta, Passat and EOS models.

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AB Volvo’s Board of Directors has decided to invest slightly more than SEK 1.7 billion (£ 122m) in Volvo Powertrain. This substantial investment will result in manufacturing capacity for heavy diesel engines increasing by 20 per cent and heavy gearboxes increasing by 50 per cent. As a result of increased demand for the Volvo Group’s products in emerging markets such as Eastern Europe and Asia, production requirements for heavy diesel engines and heavy gearboxes are also rising. It is to meet this demand that Volvo’s Board of Directors has decided to invest in the Group’s manufacturing capacity through to 2009. A large part of the investment, slightly more than SEK 1.1 billion, will be in the foundry and production plant in Skövde, where production capacity for heavy diesel engines will be increased by 20 per cent. The investment there will comprise machinery, premises and environment-enhancing measures.

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The latest generation of navigation devices is marked by simple operation and multiple functions. The RNS 510 radio navigation system is one unit that sets standards in these areas and is now available in the new Touran.

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