Volkswagen to Redesign Models Every Five Years
Volkswagen plans on updating its models more frequently in the U.S.
According to a report from Edmunds, the German automaker will update its core vehicles that are being sold in the U.S. more frequently, starting with the Jetta and Passat. The company wants to keep its models “fresh and attractive,” according to Marc Trahan, group vice president for quality and service at Volkswagen Group of America. According to Trahan, Volkswagen dealerships in the U.S. believe the cars aren’t being freshened enough like some of the automaker’s competitors.
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Currently Volkswagen redesigns its models every seven years, but plans on moving to a five-year cycle, which is more in line with Japanese automakers. The Jetta is slated for a redesign in 2017 with the Passat following a year later.
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[Source: Edmunds]
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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