Model X, Porsche Taycan, Audi Q7, Renault Captur, Subaru Forester, Škoda Octavia, Ford Mondeo and Ford Kuga all achieve the coveted five-star rating. The Peugeot 2008 was tested with optional safety pack and with standard safety equipment achieving five and four stars, respectively. The updated VW Sharan and twin sister SEAT Alhambra received a creditable four stars, while the facelifted Jeep Renegade claimed only three stars. Tesla’s Model X,...

News  Updated at: 2019/12/05

n 560,000 customers in 17 countries. A piece of hardware called a DataPlug links up the vehicle with “We Connect” and is compatible with more than ten million Volkswagen vehicles manufactured from 2008. The DataPlug is a standard fit on some Volkswagen models, such as the up!, T-Cross, Polo and Sharan. If it has not already been fitted it can be purchased as an accessory. Volkswagen Press Release...

News  Updated at: 2019/05/27

One million VW Sharan rolled off from VW Autoeuropa plant, Portugal On April 11, Volkswagen informed that the millionth Sharan rolled off the assembly line at Volkswagen Autoeuropa in Palmela since production started there 24 years ago. The current generation offers numerous new safety features as standard, making it one of the most advanced vehicles in its segment. The Lane Assist lane keeping system and the Front Assist area monitoring system a...

News  Updated at: 2019/04/12

Volkswagen launches neew Sharan with new safety equipment On December 13, Volkswagen informed that Sharan is back in showrooms now, following a host of technical enhancements. The long-distance van boasts numerous innovative standard safety features including the “Lane Assist” system, “Front Assist” area monitoring system, auto-dimming rear-view mirror, daytime running lights, a rain sensor for the windscreen wipers and a multi-functional...

News  Updated at: 2018/12/14

loud-based software solutions for the further digitalization of corporate processes within the Group and for the connected vehicle.Volkswagen Autoeuropa, the largest automotive plant in Portugal, is based in Palmela with a workforce of about 5,900 people, producing the all new T-Roc, the Volkswagen Sharan and the SEAT Alhambra. Volkswagen Press Release...

News  Updated at: 2018/04/18

displayed on screens installed at the seats of the driver and the front passenger. Valeo is planning to launch mass production of the Sightstream in 2018. To add value, the Sightstream will also have a sensing function to detect blind spots in the rear, along with a mirror function. The Volkswagen Sharan has Valeo's Park4U Automatic parking assistance system. The system looks for a parking space while driving and displays locations on the monito...

News  Updated at: 2016/09/12

VW to present updated Sharan MPV at Geneva Motor Show Volkswagen will present the technically updated Sharan at the Geneva Motor Show, the company announced on February 18. The updated MPV will arrive on the German market this summer; advance sales begin in April.Numerous new convenience and assistance systems are available on the updated Sharan. A wide range of infotainment systems also guarantees full connectivity to many smartphones and tablet...

News  Updated at: 2015/02/20

Continental tires selected as original equipment for VW up! Continental AG announced that it will supply three sizes of the ContiPremiumContact 2 tires as original equipment for the Volkswagen up! The ContiPremiumContact 2 tires are also fitted on the Volkswagen Golf, Passat, Polo, Beetle, and Sharan. Besides its Tire division, the Chassis & Safety, Powertrain, and ContiTech divisions are supplying components, such as drive systems, V-ribbed belt...

News  Updated at: 2012/09/24

andard equipment on the Volvo R-line and as an option on the S80, V70 and S60. Today, CES shocks are available on Audi Q3; Ford S-Max, Galaxy and Mondeo; Mercedes-Benz C-Class, E-Class, AMG E-Class, SLK and CLS; BMW X3; Volkswagen Golf, Golf GTI, Scirocco, Passat, Passat CC, Eos, Tiguan, Touran and Sharan and Volvo V70, S80, XC70, XC60, S60 and V60. The ACOCAR(TM) features the addition of hydraulic pumps to the shock absorbers to bring energy to ...

News  Updated at: 2011/06/21

5 percent of flat-tires are avoided. Continental has been manufacturing car tyres with ContiSeal technology since 2008. The tyres are manufactured in 8 sizes. The 235/45ZR17 dimension tyre will be mounted on a Volkswagen Passat as original equipment. The company is supplying ContiSeal tyres for the Sharan, Passat, Passat CC and Eos models. (From a press release on May 31, 2011)...

News  Updated at: 2011/05/31

Freudenberg develops Low Emission Sealing Solutions Freudenberg has developed Low Emission Sealing Solutions (LESS), which help to reduce fuel consumption and emissions significantly. The company is supplying LESS for the new models introduced in 2010 such as BMW X3, Volvo V60 and S60, Daimler Mercedes CLS, Volkswagen Passat, Sharan and Polo GTI, Audi A1, A7 and A8, Porsche Cayenne, Volvo S60 and Opel Meriva. (From a press release on November 26,...

News  Updated at: 2010/11/26

The new Volkswagen Touran and Sharan are to be equipped with Valeo's parking system, Park4U(R). The system uses ultrasonic sensors located in the front and rear bumpers to precisely calculate the length of the parking slot available, and automatically maneuvers the car into the slot. To date, 22 models from seven different brands have been equipped with Valeo's Park4U(R). By the end of 2011, these figures will rise to 38 models and 12 brands. (Fr...

News  Updated at: 2010/09/30

Gentex announced that its auto-dimming mirror featuring SmartBeam(R) high-beam assist system is now available as an option in Europe on the Volkswagen Eos, Golf, Jetta, Jetta Sportswagen, Passat, Passat CC, Scirocco, Touran and Sharan. This is the first time that SmartBeam has been offered on Volkswagen models. (From a press release on July 26, 2010)...

News  Updated at: 2010/07/26

Keiper received the Volkswagen Group Award 2010 in June 2010. Keiper was recognized for its Easy-Fold kinematics used for the second and third row seats on the new Sharan. (From a press release on June 18, 2010)...

News  Updated at: 2010/06/18

ZF announced it is supplying the dual-mass flywheel, the clutch and, optionally, the Nivomat for the Volkswagen Sharan. Right-hand-drive vehicles are additionally equipped with the Electric Power Steering System "Servotronic." (From a press release on March 2, 2010)...

News  Updated at: 2010/03/13