The Mk 1 GTI spawned an entire segment and a long-lived dynasty, but the current car has strayed from what made the badge so ...

Upgrading your vehicle’s exhaust system is one of the most effective ways to boost performance without draining your wallet.

Boost controllers are essential for anyone looking to maximize the performance of their turbocharged engines. These devices ...

The 2026 Honda Civic Type R combines the versatility of the Civic hatchback with sports-car performance. Commence grocery ...

With the 2024 model eliminating the manual transmission, the Golf GTI still boasts tremendous fun and functionality for consumers. With a large following, the Golf is no secret to the VW fleet as its ...

Volkswagen CEO Thomas Schäfer has confirmed the company’s plans to develop a full range of “monster” electric hot-hatches, including an all-new electric Golf GTI that will stay true to its iconic ...

The VW Golf GTI has earned its place as one of the most iconic hot hatches in history, but even this legend isn’t immune to the electric revolution. Just after Volkswagen announced it’s working on an ...

Since picking up his first set of MicroMachine toy cars as a toddler, Chris knew he had a passion for automobiles embedded in his soul. It wasn't until he started flipping through car magazines a ...

Summit Point, West Virginia — WAUUGGGGH! At West Virginia’s premier Summit Point Motorsports complex, I wrung the 2025 Volkswagen Golf GTI’s neck through the Jefferson Circuit’s technical Turn 2-3-4-5 ...

When the world is telling you something, it’s wise to listen. You don’t necessarily have to follow any advice—just, you know, consider it. Credit to Volkswagen for not only listening when the world ...

Mechanically, there wasn't really anything wrong with the MK8 Volkswagen GTI and Golf R. In fact, they were both pretty awesome. Redesigning an icon like the MK7 Golf is no easy task, but Volkswagen ...

Reston, Virginia — Et tu, GTI? The manual transmission-operated automobile has shrunk to a niche, performance market in recent years as automatic transmissions have been favored by customers for their ...