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  • Qatar Motor Show Sees Volkswagen Passat

    Volkswagen-Passat-shadowVolkswagen brought the Middle East some German engineering by presenting the VW Passat at the Qatar Motor Show. Although, widely popular in Europe and North America, the Passat made its debut on Middle Eastern soil.

    “The Passat is an important component of our model strategy in the Middle East region where classic saloons define the street scene. That is because the Passat delivers top levels of safety and comfort and offers more space for rear passengers due to its long wheelbase,” explained Dr. Ulrich Hackenberg, Head of Development and member of the Board of Management of the Volkswagen Brand.

    The version showed there was actually the North American make (slightly bigger than the European sister car). Power comes from the 125 kW/170 PS five-cylinder petrol engine that bares an essence of German sensibility and efficiency. Even the base model is bundled with neat luxuries that bring comfort to both driver and passengers –  a 6.5-inch TFT touchscreen, CD-radio, Bluetooth telephone system, electric windows, air conditioning, heat insulating glass and cruise control. Safety standard equipment also make a handful with ABS/ESP, brake assist and six airbags.

    VW Passat at Qatar Motor Show (2012)
    VW Passat at Qatar Motor Show (2012)
    VW Passat US Version (2012)
    VW Passat US Version (2012)

    Other notable appearances include the Amarok with a faster, more economical 8-speed autobox and the 228 kW/310 PS Touareg Magic Morning – a road going version (despite the still present safety cage) of the original Race Touareg 3 that has been to the Dakar Racing.

    VW Touareg Magic Morning (2012)
    VW Touareg Magic Morning (2012)

    Source: Volkswagen

  • Cobra Technology & Lifestyle Goodies For Your VW Amarok

    Cobra-VW-Amarok-thumbEver felt that your VW Amarok is not practical enough nor it is as impressive as you want it to be. Or maybe you are simply gearing up for a safari. Either way you shouldn’t panic because Cobra Technology & Lifestyle are here to offer you a neat array of accessories which will give your pickup truck that extra something to complete the picture.

    Let us start with the Aeroklas camper shell which is manufactured from high-grade ABS plastics. It is a perfect fit for the bed of the Amarok (it also comes with a certificate that makes individual technical inspections redundant) and basically what it does is to fend off the elements from the things you value the most. It is also very practical – easy to install, upward swing glass at the back for easy access, roof rails and a spoiler. The shell is leveled with the cabin to prevent any wind noises and provide maximum loading capacity. Usually these rigid tops come in silver or black but other colors are also available upon request.

    Additionally, now you can install a Cobra Technology & Lifestyle stainless-steel front tube guard with a thickness diameter of 60 milometers. Because it has its own crumple zones all crash tests have resulted in a 100% positive green light (it too has a certificate of approval).

    On the other hand you can go with the more subtle option of the Cobra CITYGUARD® which is a single stainless-steel tube that runs along the standard front bumper. This will give you just about enough character on the streets and you wont be afraid of minor collisions anymore.

    Cobra Volkswagen Amarok
    Cobra Volkswagen Amarok
    Cobra Volkswagen Amarok
    Cobra Volkswagen Amarok
    Cobra Volkswagen Amarok
    Cobra Volkswagen Amarok
    Cobra Volkswagen Amarok
    Cobra Volkswagen Amarok
    Cobra Volkswagen Amarok
    Cobra Volkswagen Amarok
    Cobra Volkswagen Amarok

    The Cobra Technology & Lifestyle stainless-steel bumper grille complements whichever guard you might choose.

    There is some protection for the sides as well. The rocker panels can be suited with special, company tailored rocker panel guards 80 millimeters thick each. Quite thoughtfully these guards come with steps right beneath the place where the doors should be for easy access. Alternatively, you might prefer the aluminum or stainless steel running boards option.

    When the camper shell is not in use, it would be nice to have some sort of a roll bar to protect the cabin should the truck ends up upside down. From Cobra, the engineers have thought about that as well – Tubes with 60 millimeters of diameter  lends the German pickup not only more attractive looks but also offers additional options for securing cargo.

    For an all round complete feel one must consider placing massive light-alloy wheels. Cobra offers  two types of alloys coming in three sizes the biggest of which is the one-piece, eight double-spoked COBRA N+ Sahara 10Jx20 with size 275/45 R 20 tires (TÜV tested)

    Cobra Technology & Lifestyle are ready to offer you 2 full years of guarantee with no limit on the distance traveled. Now that is dedication!

    Source: Cobra Technology

  • Cobra Technology accessories program for VW Amarok

    Cobra Technology & Lifestyle has released a stunning accessories program for the recently launched, first Pichup truck by Volkwagen – Amarok, which is aimed at transforming it in even more tempting and rugged off-roader with unique character and appearance. (more…)

  • Oettinger refined Volkswagen Amarok

    The tuning specialists from Oettinger refined VW’s pick up truck – Amarok.

    The performance package consists of ECU re-map and boosts the 2.0 liter BiTDi engine from 163bhp (120kW) and 400Nm (295 lb-ft) to 190bhp (140kW) and 430Nm (317 lb-ft) of torque.

    Furthermore, there are an additional 50 Nm (37 lb/ft) in the critical band between 2800-4000 RPM.

    The new 0-100 km/h time is just 10.5 seconds and the top speed raised to 187 km/h (116mph), which is perfect for pick up. (more…)

  • Volkswagen Amarok shows its official face

    Volkswagen unveiled the first official photos of its exclusive pick-up, the Amarok. Scheduled to debut in its native South America in early 2010 and in Europe next summer, the VW Amarok will be available first as a four-door double cab and then a single cab model will be added to its line-up also. (more…)

  • Volkswagen Amarok pickup concept

    The new Volkswagen pickup, showcased as a concept last year and due to be launched in Europe in 2010, is to be called the Amarok. (more…)