The VW Beetle is More Special Than Ever

News Release Amarillo, TX: Volkswagen has long been known for thinking small, particularly with the introduction of the iconic Beetle in the mid-nineteenth century. But these days, the German automaker is going big. Earlier this year, VW announced its “Drive Bigger” campaign, a global initiative with the objective of neutralizing carbon emissions across its portfolio of vehicles. How does VW plan on accomplishing such a tall task? By adding smarter automobiles into the fold. The following concept vehicles are just a few of the models Volkswagen has in the works: ID. ID. CROZZ ID. BUZZ ID. VIZZION To kickstart things, VW is making an $800 million investment to expand its assembly plant in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Volkswagen is also sharing its electric vehicle (EV) platform with other companies in hopes that emissions-free cars will become more affordable to the average car buyer. The ultimate goal is carbon neutrality by 2050. How You Can Get Involved at Street Volkswagen VW doesn't plan on rolling out its new line until 2022, but luckily, the “Drive Bigger” campaign isn't the only thing it's doing to make the world a better place. This summer, Volkswagen is giving back to classrooms across the U.S. through its collaboration with DonorsChoose.org. Stop in to our dealership in Amarillo, Texas, to see how you can contribute. While you're here, feel free to check out our inventory of new VW cars for sale and our list of new Volkswagen specials. At Street Volkswagen, we're proud to be part of something bigger than ourselves. ###

Think your commute is brutal? You have nothing on Wiebe Wakker. The Dutchman will soon complete a journey of more than 55,000 miles from his native Netherlands to Sydney, Australia, that’s required more than 1,000 days behind the wheel. But the real difference between Wakker’s commute and yours is just how much he enjoyed it. That’s because Wakker completed his journey in a modified Volkswagen Mk V Golf Wagon, the sporty — and apparently very reliable — design from the fifth generation of the compact Golf. According to Volkswagen, Wakker’s drive is the longest ever completed in an electric vehicle, and by a large margin. The previous record was 13,670 miles. Wakker covered more than 55,300. He is also the first person to visit 33 different countries in an electric vehicle, a journey that included putting rubber to the road in Turkey, Iran, India, Myanmar, Malaysia, and Indonesia. But Wakker’s “Blue Bullet” (named for its baby blue exterior) wasn’t always an electric car. It began life with a standard gasoline engine. A Dutch utility company looking to do research on vehicle-to-grid technology replaced the traditional engine with an electric motor and battery. Because there were no electric vehicles with such technology at the time, the company took 50 VW Golfs and converted them to electric vehicles. That research project dates back to 2009, making the Blue Bullet among the first modern electric vehicles. With a battery range of 124 miles, Wakker estimates he recharged some 450 times along the way and relied on the kindness of strangers for meals and places to sleep. And the trip wasn’t all just spent hunched behind the wheel. Averaging around 55 miles per day in a car with 201 horsepower and a top speed of 111 MPH, Wakker enjoyed plenty of time for sightseeing and adventure, all of which is documented on the blog he set up for his trip. Along the way, Wakker also spent time meeting with various companies, government organizations, and media outlets about the sustainability efforts being pursued in each country he visited. A Volkswagen took Wiebe Wakker on an epic journey. See where one can take you by exploring VW cars for sale in Amarillo, Texas.

Here at Street Volkswagen in Amarillo, Texas, we do everything we can to create the best possible experience for our customers. We opened the door of our new dealership in July of 2015, and have been proudly serving our community ever since. Why Should You Visit Street Volkswagen in Amarillo, TX? Our state-of-the-art dealership is packed with the technology, as well as amenities to keep you comfortable every step of the process. Take a virtual tour of our facility here. We’re proud of the vehicles we sell on our lot, but our most valuable assets are our customers, and we strive to provide them with the best service we can. The people who shop in our dealership aren’t just customers. We treat everyone who comes through the door like family and work to build a relationship of trust with them. Our strategy seems to be working, as our community awarded us a 4.9 overall review score on Google reviews. See What Customers are Saying About Street Volkswagen Sales No one at our dealership is going to push you into a car you don’t want or need. Instead, a member of our knowledgeable sales staff will take your needs into account and help you pick out the vehicle that best meets them. Can’t make it to our lot but still want to take advantage of our service? Shop our online inventory. We’ll send you detailed videos, giving a full look at the car you’re buying. Service We don’t just sell great Volkswagens. We keep them great, with our team of VW service specialists. You can feel confident that your car is in good hands and that it’s being repaired with only the highest-quality parts. Not sure you have time in the day to get your vehicle serviced? We open at 7:00 a.m. and close at 6:00 p.m., and we can shuttle you to and from work or home. Our team will also create a video to demonstrate what work we’re doing, so you can rest assured you’re only getting necessary work taken care of. Community Outreach We’re proud to be a part of the Amarillo community, and we put great effort into giving back to our neighborhood. Think of it as our way of saying thanks for all Amarillo has done for us. Street Volkswagen partners with groups like Make-A-Wish Foundation and the Amarillo Chamber of Commerce to make our city a better place. Learn more about our outreach here. Whether you’re looking to buy new or used, trade-in, have your vehicle serviced, or find OEM parts, Street Volkswagen is your one-stop VW source. If you have any questions, contact us at (806) 350-8999. We’re just a short drive from Plainview and Lubbock.