VW Golf 7 now in SA

So the new Golf 7 is here and SA is in a state of excitement it appears. When Cars.co.za published an article on it, it received a record number of Facebook likes and views. read article here

I can't help but wonder what has given the golf its almost cult appeal in our country.

From the very first Golf 1, South Africa has been loyally devoted. I can still remember their ad line "Red, Yellow Blue...which one's for you?"

Since then it has grown not only in size but in our hearts, and with each new design, VW has taken the old shape and brought in another beloved vehicle. First the Mk1 or Citi which still had amazing sales right up until they ceased production in 2009, then the Polo, and its sister the Polo Vivo which are still reaching high sales in their respective classes.

I must say that I have not quite decided how I feel about the golf 7. I do find the sleek simplicity appealing but it does not call to me, like other vehicles in its class do. Of course, I wouldn't say no if some generous millionaire wanted to give me one :-)

what do you think of the new Golf 7?

Volkswagen BlueMotion Technology

                                                              What is BlueMotion?

                                                     

Basically it is a series of tweaks and design changes to reduce the impact of Volkswagen cars on the environment.

With these changes to the cars, and a corrective change to driving style, one can save up to 10% on fuel costs.

Here are some of the changes to the vehicles

Aerodynamic

Small changes to the bodywork ensure a more aerodynamic vehicle. The front grill for instance has been changed to have less wind resistance, this goes for the wheel hubs as well. They have also narrowed the gaps between the cars panels, lowered the wheel arches and changed the spoilers. The less drag, the easier the car can move forward.
                                                                                 











Low Rolling Resistance Tyres


These tyres need less engine power to propel the car forward, therefore saving fuel and lowering emissions, while still offering performance, safety and driveability.







Stop-start Technology

This Technology is especially great for city driving and traffic jams, instead of idling away using (wasting) fuel, it works by switching the engine off when the vehicle is stopped and "seamlessly" re-starting it when the brake pedal is released (in automatics) or the clutch is engaged (in manuals). Thus saving fuel and reducing the environmental impact. And if you don't like that idea....you can deactivate it.

The BlueMotion Technology is available on the following Volkswagen Vehicles to varying degrees

Polo, Golf, Touareg and Tiguan