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PRESIDENT

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VICE-PRESIDENT

Jamie Barrett 0408 183 396 executive@vwclubwa.com

SECRETARY

Graham Tibbs 0412 002 738

Ray Willis 0407 347 340

executive2@vwclubwa.com

administration@vwclubwa.com

CONCESSION LICENCE

EDITOR

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EVENT COORDINATOR

TREASURER

Justin Bayley 0438 819 443 finance@vwclubwa.com

PROPERTY & MERCHANDISE

Ray Willis 0407 347 340

Dave Moore 0402 607 552

Harry Hay 0422 584 130

Graham Tibbs 0412 002 738

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licence@vwclubwa.com

events@vwclubwa.com

merchandise@vwclubwa.com

COUNCIL OF MOTORING CLUBS

Paul Kuah 0431 621 561 cmc@vwclubwa.com

WEB ADMINISTRATOR

MEMBERSHIP OFFICER

SOUTH WEST

Jamie Barrett 0408 183 396

Andy Macey (08) 9332 6919

Kim Muste 0408 914 400

website@vwclubwa.com

memberships@vwclubwa.com

GENERAL COMMITTEE...

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Gary Bull

Bruce Cooper

Ashley Rogers

southwest@vwclubwa.com

MANDURAHMURRAY

SECRETARY (Assistant)

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CONTACT US

Member Advertising: Please send your ‘for sale’ or ‘wanted’ adverts by mail or email to the Editor before the publication deadline.

Fees: Members - 1/4 page adverts are free.

Non-Members - 1/4 page adverts are $5.00 Commercial Advertising: Please contact the Editor to find out about placing adverts in the magazine, inserting flyers etc. for one of more issues.

Publication Deadline: The deadline October 31 for articles for the next issue is.

Disclaimer: The views expressed in this publication are not necessarily those of the Volkswagen Club of WA (Inc), its Committee or members.

COMMITTEE MEETINGS Meetings are held on the second Wednesday of each month at John Hughes Volkswagen in Victoria Park, starting at 6:30pm. Committee meetings are open to all members and invited guests.

Volkswagen Club of WA (Inc) Mail:

Western Australia 6979 ABN:

31 610 140 537

Telephone:

0408 183 396

E-mail:

info@vwclubwa.com

Website:

www.vwclubwa.com

Welcome to our new members... 

Bill Shanklin

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Tracey Taylor

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Douglas Tunmer

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Bethany Neretlis

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Dean Jose Harty

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Brad Johnston

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Laurence Egan

We now have 198 active memberships

Happy Birthday for September...

Peter Summerfield

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Francis McKinnell Anne Marshall David Moore Shane Williams John Terpu Richard Baxter David Glasfurd Graham Tibbs Graham Duxbury Ken Storrs David Williams Dipaunka Macrides

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Trevor Hows John Clark Paul Green Kevin Coetzee Rachel Backus Adrian Cullinane Glenis Gardner Michelle Olsen Joel Ian Beaver Sven Joensson Barry Nie Aaron Hogg Douglas Tunmer Emma Wheatley

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PO Box 175 Victoria Park

NEW MEMBERSHIPS AND BIRTHDAYS

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Monica Shepherd David Lambert Denise Mason Bev Ptolomey Rachel Bourke Hannah Reilly Amanda Williams Ton Verbunt Bret Lewin Nicholas Gibson Carly Annison Erin Annison Doug Tunmer

IN THIS ISSUE

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The Committee ................ 4 Club Page........................ 5 Club Event Calendar ........ 7 Club Merchandise ............. 8 President’s Spot ............... 9 2014 VW Club AGM .......... 10 Vee Dubs @ Busselton ...... 12 West Coast Street Rods .... 14 60th Anniversary.............. 15 Formula Vees 2014 .......... 16 2014 Dwellingup Camping . 18 German Car Day 2014 ...... 20 2014 Brockwell Car Run .... 22 Volkswagen News  New Polo ................... 21  Crafter Special Edition . 23  New Tristar ................ 23  Amarok Darl Label ...... 24  XL1 Sport .................. 25  Cape to Cape ............. 26  New Passat GTE ......... 27 Volkswagen Motorsport  FIA Rally news ............ 29  ...around the world ..... 32 Front Page: Dwellingup Camping August 2014

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BIRTHDAYS AND MEMBERSHIPS (cont’d)

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Patrick Spiteri Lorraine Cameron John Allen David Lampard David Mitchell Mario Van Corler Denise Arnold Chris Hill Ross Martinson Belinda Rowlands Katherine Mitchell Helen Colson

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Allan Riley Mark Brooks Ann Lampard Jaime Barrett Denise Maslin Shirley Reilly Debra Rogers Braden Collins Simone Lawrence Lisa Stedman Trish Coetzee Lisa Sage

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Dale Gibson Matt Sanfead Fran Heldt Jean Spiteri Jason Phillips Dale Annison Lauren Hart Kim Dibben Ryan Thomas Ethan Wallis Emily Englebert

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Marianne Spiteri Brodie Annison Ed Taylor Christopher Radich Charlie Crisp Yazmin Bourke Liana Annison Emma Hows Nyree de Grussa Lyn Johnston Ross Ashton

Kallum Bourke

Message from the Membership Officer…the membership renewals for 2014/15 have been issued...DUE DATE 30 SEPTEMBER 2014...unpaid memberships will be cancelled...the Committee has extended the due date to 31 October 2014...your prompt payment will be appreciated.

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October 2014 # indicates a club run

Wednesday 1st

ALFRED’S of GUILDFORD 7pm cnr of Meadow & James St Guildford

Wednesday 8th

MONTHLY COMMITTEE MEETING 6:30pm @ John Hughes Volkswagen, Victoria Park

Contact: Jamie Barrett 0408 183 396

Wednesday 22nd EVENTS COORDINATION MEETING 6:30pm @ John Hughes Volkswagen, Victoria Park

Contact: Jamie Barrett 0408 183 396

Saturday 25th

Contact: Graham Tibbs 0412 002 738

FORMULA VEES 2014 See page 16 + 17, the website Events and the Forum

Friday 31st # 3RD ANNUAL VEE DUBS @ BUSSELTON DRIVE-IN Saturday 1st Nov CAMPING AND CRUISE WEEKEND Sunday 2nd Nov See page 12+13, the website Events and the Forum

Contact: Kim Muste 0408 914 400

November 2014 Wednesday 5th

ALFRED’S of GUILDFORD 7pm cnr of Meadow & James St Guildford

Sunday 9th

BROCKWELL PORT TO WHITEMAN CLASSIC CAR RUN Contact: Motor Museum of WA See page 22, the website Events and the Forum Phone: 9249 9457

Wednesday 12th

MONTHLY COMMITTEE MEETING 6:30pm @ John Hughes Volkswagen, Victoria Park

Contact: Jamie Barrett 0408 183 396

Wednesday 26th

EVENTS COORDINATION MEETING 6:30pm @ John Hughes Volkswagen, Victoria Park

Contact: Jamie Barrett 0408 183 396

2014 DAY OF THE VOLKSWAGEN

Sunday 30th

Contact: Jamie Barrett 0408 183 396

See BACK page, the website Events and the Forum

December 2014 Wednesday 3rd

ALFRED’S of GUILDFORD 7pm cnr of Meadow & James St Guildford

Wednesday 10th

MONTHLY COMMITTEE MEETING 6:30pm @ John Hughes Volkswagen, Victoria Park

Contact: Jamie Barrett 0408 183 396

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EVENTS COORDINATION MEETING 6:30pm @ John Hughes Volkswagen, Victoria Park

Contact: Jamie Barrett 0408 183 396

Thursday 25th

CHRISTMAS DAY

Notes: The SOUTH WEST MONTHLY GATHERINGS IN BUSSELTON are ’on hold’ until the summer months.

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AVAILABLE AT CLUB EVENTS including ALFRED’S every month!

You can also contact the Committee to arrange the purchase of the now extensive list of club merchandise!

Can be posted for an extra charge.

ITEM

DESCRIPTION

PRICE

 Car Badge - Club Logo (with tongue)

$25.00 ea

Blue and chrome 72mm

 Car Badge - Club Logo (no tongue)

$25.00 ea

Blue and chrome 72mm

 Pin Badge - Club Logo

$3.00 ea

Blue and chrome 22mm

 Key Ring - Bottle Opener Club Logo

$5.00 ea

Blue and chrome

 Hoodies - Club 3D logo on front with stripes

$40.00 ea

Black with white design

 T-shirt #2 - Club 3D logo on front with stripes

$25.00 ea

Red or White with black design

 V-neck Polo - Club Logo embroidered - ladies & girls

$30.00 ea

A name can be added for another $5.00

 Polo Shirt - Club Logo embroidered - men & boys

$30.00 ea

A pocket is an extra $5.00; A name can be added for another $5.00

 T-shirt #1 - large 3D logo - back & small 3D logo - front with stripes $25.00 ea Blue with white design

 VW Club stickers

$2.00 ea

Official club logo; 3D club logo; or “I’M A VW CLUB MEMBER”

 VW Club cloth badge

$5.00 ea

Traditional club logo

 Day of the Volkswagen - various cloth badge & annual stickers $2.00 ea Collectors items (limited numbers)

 VW Club peak Cap - Club Logo

$15.00 ea

Adjustable velcro band at the rear

 Car Badge 2011 Toodyay Bug-In (no tongue)

$20.00 ea

Black and Yellow - 42nd National Bug-In Metal car badge (limited number)

NEW!...the club has a 2015 VW Calendar...due to go on sale at the 2014 Day of the Volkswagen...maybe earlier if you attend preceding club runs.

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Hi Club Members and Readers……

Yes it’s still me as club President even after the well attended Annual General Meeting. I, along with the majority of our previous committee have put our hands up for another year to lead our great club. We have even more names to add to our ever growing committee, so a big thank you goes out to Jo, and Tina. A special mention of appreciation is for Ray Willis for staying on board as club secretary, editor, and membership officer.

We have got some very exciting events only just around the corner...details are in the event calendar.

We have an invite from the Formula Vees to attend the Historic Races at Barbagallo Raceway on Saturday 25th October, Kim Muste has again put together another annual Busselton Drive-In and Cruise at the end of this month (the 3rd such event), and our Day of the Volkswagen is on the 30th November at the same place (Taylor reserve in Victoria Park).

There are plans in the pipework for some “simple” car cruises of just a couple of hours on a weekend so you can blow the cobwebs off your car and get out and meet like minded people.

The signals are indicating that we are set for another record amount of members this year. Thank you all for your support and I’ll see you out there!

Jamie Barrett Club President PS: A reminder to those that have not renewed their membership yet, the due date of 30 September has been extended to 31 October.

VW Club of WA - Annual Charity for 2014/15 DuchenneFoundation Australia Your Volkswagen Club of WA has embarked on supporting charities or appeals either directly from the club funds or by assisting the charity or appeal in their goal to publicise their fundraising.

muscular dystrophy and their families, through research, education and advocacy.

Visit their website for more information.

How you can help: In the past, the Club has support Organise a DuchenneFoundaed the Kids Cancer Support Group, from ward 3b at Princess tion fundraiser Margaret Hospital and also the  Make a donation Toodyay Bushfire Appeal. In  Buy DuchenneFoundation mer2012/13 it was Telethon. chandise The Club commenced supporting the DuchenneFoundation Australia in 2013/14 and will do so again in 2014/15.

 Support DuchenneFoundation events  Contribute to the VW Club’s fundraising efforts So if you see a club member rattling a tin or two in the next twelve months at any of our events please drop in your loose change...it all goes to a very good cause.

The Committee

Duchenne Foundation's MISSION Using National and international collaboration to improve the quality and quantity of life for those living with Duchenne and Becker

Website: www.duchennefoundation.org.au

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2014 Annual General Meeting with a difference…

coffee, cruise & pizza

Sunday 14th September 2014

Comments on the day… well that changed the AGM up a bit. nice little cruize to the park, a productive AGM, a feed of pizza…

One of our best AGMs in my opinion! Great turnout and member participation. Thanks to all those attended and contributed.

Welcome to the new committee members!!!

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2014 Annual General Meeting with a difference‌

coffee, cruise & pizza

Sunday 14th September 2014

Yep a good meeting and good opportunity to catch up with peeps‌ Great day...Cruise from freo to vic park, then had the Agm followed by pizza, footy and frisbee...Don't get much better....

The Annual General meeting minutes will be distributed to members as a separate document. See page 4 for the NEW Committee for 2014/15, some photos to come.

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The South West crew will also likely separately organise a cruise from Bunbury to Busselton departing from the Koombana Drive beach car park near the Dolphin Discovery Centre. The aim is to tie in with a Following on from the success of cruise down from Perth so again the first two Vee Dubs @ the keep an eye out on the forums for Busselton Drive-in Movies event the details.

VW Club of WA have put together a 3rd South West Drive-in, camping SATURDAY 1ST NOVEMBER and cruise weekend. We encourage Margaret River and Caves Road people to cruise down on the FriCruise: We have organised a cruise day. On Saturday there will be a to leave from the Kookaburra Carabigger cruise taking in Margaret van Park at 11:00am and travel to River and Caves Road before a Margaret River via rural back roads Drive-in night. To round out the with a 2 hour stop in the Margaret weekend there will be a Sunday River main street from 12 to 2pm. morning Show n Shine at the Busselton beachfront that we will We are organising to park our cars share with the Busselton Markets. on the park at the top of the main street (Reuther Park) to put our Following is all that you need to cars on display. From this location know. you can do take a walk down the main street to shop and grab a RESERVED ACCOMMODATION brew or lunch from a number of We have pre-booked a group of cafes. powered camp sites and 4 cabins The cruise will then take in in the without ensuites or linen for the northern section of scenic Caves Friday and Saturday nights at the Road with a stop to take in the Kookaburra Caravan Park located coast and for photos. close to the beach and a short 10 minute walk from the town centre.

The cruise will depart from the verge parking area opposite the How to Book Kookaburra Caravan Park at 11am Camping: If you are camping, just and a route map will be provided on turn up at the caravan park office the day. to book in and pay.

Busselton Drive-In: The Drive-in Cabins: If you need a cabin call will open for us at 6:00pm as a priKookaburra Caravan Park (phone: vate event. This year we are also 9752 1516) and say the code word inviting a number of local car clubs “VW Club” to book and arrange to the Drive-in night so we can all payment for your own “pre booked” show off our rides and have a good cabin. chat before the movies start at 7:30pm.

When to Book: It is recommended that cabins are booked well in adWhere: Busselton Drive-In, 500 vance by mid September to avoid Bussell Highway, Busselton. disappointment.

What Time: The main gate off Where: Kookaburra Caravan Park, Bussell Highway be will be open for 66 Marine Tce, Busselton. our entry at 6pm.

FRIDAY 31ST OCTOBER Organise Your Cruise to Busselton Take an extra day off to cruise down on the Friday and enjoy at least two nights of camping. The idea is for people to organise their own cruise down so keep an eye on the forums for people working up their own cruises to Busselton.

How Much: Discount rates are Adults $12 and Children $6 (4 – 14yo inclusive) - CASH ONLY to be paid at the main gate entry.

Food: The choice is yours to bring your own food to eat early or buy from the classic drive-in Snack Bar. The Movies: Two movies will be screened. Closer to the event, details of the movies will be released

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but rest assured, this year only classic movies will be screened.

Speakers: Don’t worry if your ride doesn't have a radio as the Drive-in still has spaces with classic clip on window speakers.

SUNDAY 2RD NOVEMBER Busselton Beachfront Show n Shine: To round off the weekend we have organised an informal Show ‘n’ Shine at the Busselton beachfront to show off your rides to the public. It’s a great spot to check out VW’s, grab a late breakfast, snack, ice cream or coffee.

Where: Signal Park, Busselton beachfront at the end of Queen Street next to the Equinox Cafe.

When: 10am to 1pm.

Gate Entry: Gate entry onto Signal Park is strictly from via the Marine Terrace car park.

Static Display: For the safety of Vee Dubs, their owners and the public, cars on the reserve are to remain parked for the duration of the gathering.

CRUISE HOME: If you are not from Busselton or staying longer, Sunday afternoon is available for your cruise home. Those heading in similar directions may want to get their own group cruise happening.

TO SHOW YOUR INTEREST: If you are interested in any or all of the weekend events post up your interest/confirmation on the VW Club WA or NoH2O forums, or contact Kim Muste by email, phone or text.

GOTO DETAILS Kookaburra Caravan Park: www.busselton.wa.gov.au/facilities/ kookaburra or call 9752 1516 Volkswagen Club of WA (Inc): www.vwclubwa.com info@vwclubwa.com Noh2o Collective: www.noh2o.org Kim Muste: Email: mustek@westnet.com.au or call/text 0408 914 400

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2014 FREMANTLE'S FATHER'S DAY HOT ROD SHOW and SHINE presented by‌

West Coast Street Rod Club ...at St Patricks School in Fremantle on 7th September.

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1955 - 2015 LOGO competition...win a $60 voucher

The committee is looking for a LOGO to identify and acknowledge THE CLUB and also the 60 YEARS. Sometimes the simplest is the best...you can produce a complete logo or provide a sketch or even just a concept. THIS IS YOUR LAST CHANCE TO GET YOUR LOGO IN. The winning logo design/concept will be decided by the club committee and become the property of the club. The winner will receive a $60 voucher to spend on club merchandise...this can be used on current stock or maybe on new 60th Anniversary items.

Entries can be sent to our PO BOX addressed as “60 Years Logo” or emailed here to viawest@vwclubwa.com.au with a subject matter of “60 Years Logo”...entries close has been extended to the last mail received on 17th October 2014.

At the top of the page is the club’s official logo...below are some ‘concepts’...you may like one of these or they may help you with an idea.

IDEAS, suggestions...events, merchandise etc etc..

Your Ideas and Suggestions can be sent to our PO BOX addressed as “60 Years of Ideas” or emailed here to viawest@vwclubwa.com.au with a subject matter of “60 Years of Ideas”...the sooner you get your idea/suggestion in, the quicker it can be considered.

Well the committee has been busy and we have taken on a couple of suggestions…

Do you have an idea?

First one is a 2015 Calendar 2.Second one is a 60th celebrathat will go on sale shortly...full tion wine...inspired by the phoof photos of local VWs from the to below from previous years… final details being developed, 2013 Day of the Volkswagen but premium wine should be ...see below...RRP $10.00 about $20.00 per bottle ...keep an eye out for this.

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Formula Vees 2014 Saturday 25th October The Formula Vee Invite to the Barbagallo Raceway Historics Meeting The WA Historics Association are running their annual event on the weekend of October 25th and 26th. Classes racing over these days include Formula Vee and the FVAWA have this time arranged for the VW Club to attend on the Saturday. This will include FREE entry and parking up track side like last year…

Photographs by Jamie Barrett

Karrinyup Shopping Centre meeting point...by 8:00am for an 8:15am departure

The 2014 Cruise Meet at Karrinyup Shopping Centre in between the BP Service Station and Myers Lots of room to park, there’s fuel, coffee and some fast food for people needing it.

BE THERE BY 8:00am FOR AN 8.15am DEPARTURE We need to know numbers, so to be added to the list, please register your interest on the; VW Club Forum or contact…

Graham Tibbs - 0412 002 738 From last year…

WOW! what a great day. a big top job to ross for organising it all and to all those who helped out.

Had a great day out.

Had a great day too! And tbh... I'm gonna be in my aircooled dubs from now on... Nothing beats em!

Big shout out to Rosco86 for organizing us access to such a great event, we had a brilliant time, very enjoyable for the whole family. Cheers mate Great day all round.Thanks again to Ross for the invitation and organization.Fantastic array of historical racing machines,both competing and on display.Here's hoping this is an annual event.

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DWELLINGUP 2014 CAMPING We had a great weekend & the weather was a perfect last day of winter, looking forward to the next trip...

Photographs by Jamie Barrett

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2014 German Car Day Mercedes-Benz Car Club of WA 21st September 2014

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as the new efficient engines of the Polo, have taken enormous strides forward. In its class, the Polo offers the widest range of assistance systems and is the first car in this segment that comes equipped with a MultiCollision Braking System and, as part of an optional package, with Adaptive Cruise Control.

In the case of both the infotainment system and engines, a completely new generation of technologies were integrated in the car.

Vastly improved efficiency.

Thanks to new engines and the inclusion of BlueMotion Technology (start/stop and brake energy recuperation), Volkswagen realised fuel economy

Revised Polo arrives in Australia with new engines, new technology and a new look

edge over the competition with an impressive range of new convenience and safety functions that are unique in the light car segment. A new electromechanical power steering improves steering properties, enhancing one of the Polo’s already strongest attributes.

Progressive infotainment system.

The radio system was also redesigned; as a second generation system, it reflects state-of-theart technology in what is known as the modular infotainment system (MIB).

 New engines up to 21 per cent more fuel-effiicient and offers great agility  New infotainment and assistance systems overcome class boundaries The Polo from Volkswagen is one of the world’s best-selling compact models with nearly 14 million units produced. Around 721,000 drivers opted for the best-seller last year alone. Now Volkswagen Australia is introducing a new Polo that has been advanced both visually and technically.

The assistance systems, as well

improvements of as much as 21 per cent (Polo 66TSI Trendline).

Assistance systems for all. Many of the assistance systems of the Golf class are now making their way into the new Polo.

They include the standard MultiCollision Braking System (automatically initiates braking of the vehicle that had an accident in order to prevent a subsequent collision) as well as an optional Driver Comfort Package which includes Driver Fatigue Detection System, “Front Assist” ambient traffic monitoring system with City Emergency Braking and Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC).

The new Polo also increases its

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The software and hardware of the system follows the infotainment technologies of the larger Golf, and offers functions such as Bluetooth audio streaming in both (Polo Trendline and Comfortline) specifications.

Visually, the new Polo can be identified by sharper front and rear designs. Fresh colours, new interior materials and many other equipment details perfect the Volkswagen car. The updated Polo is once again available in Trendline and Comfortline equipment versions.

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Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Crafter World Special premiere of Edition Volkswagen  Huge factory aluminium tray, TRISTAR at front and rear ladder racks and driver’s suspension seat the IAA  5.8-inch colour screen audio unit Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Australia has announced that it will expand its Crafter range to include a Special Edition model.

Based on the Crafter 50 (4.5t) Single Cab Chassis TDI400 model, the special edition Crafter receives a huge factory aluminium tray measuring 4,300mm x 2,130mm, as well as front and rear ladder racks. The tray also features a plywood bed with a durable non-slip surface and 10 load lashing rings.

precedented combination of all the good features of the current T model series. Its extreme offroad capability combined with flexible transport and storage capacities make the TRISTAR the perfect service, transport or surf mobile, at your choice.

Transporter of the future. On the occasion of this year's IAA, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles presents a concept vehicle with  Concept car combines features the legendary name of TRISTAR. The beefy pick-up with extended of the current T model series, cab, styling bar and short wheelproviding an outlook on future generations base has a permanent four-wheel drive with mechanical rear axle  20-inch display, video conferdifferential lock and 30 mm addiencing system and espresso tional ground clearance. Fitting machine its name, the designers have deHanover - Multifunctional like a veloped a high-precision, new Swiss Army knife. Variable, relia- and yet familiar design language: ble and an all-rounder: on the the sharp, wrap-around lines, occasion of the 30th anniversary LED headlights and a changed of the first Syncro concept car, architecture of the whole front Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles (Continued on page 24) presents the TRISTAR, an un-

Inside the special edition hauler, extra comfort and convenience is provided via a driver’s suspension seat and a 5.8-inch colour screen audio unit.

With a GVM of 4,490kg this vehicle can be driven by anyone with a standard Australian car driver’s license.

Limited to just 100 units in Candy White colour, the Crafter Special Edition is available in Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles dealerships now with a remarkable driveaway price of $52,990.

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give the concept car a powerful and wide appearance. The monolithic dashboard is reminiscent in its shape and simple functionality of the earlier models of the VW Transporter. The load can be distributed on two separate levels: there is a spacious, dust-proof and watertight drawer under the flatbed section, where a deeptread spare tire is also housed.

The interior has a 20-inch tablet table and state-of-the-art video conferencing and sound systems alongside the turning and sliding driver and passenger seats, turning the TRISTAR into the perfect place for meetings. We even thought of having an espresso machine installed.

Vehicles, speaking at the world premiere: "The TRISTAR shows an unprecedented combination of all the good features of the T model series. It demonstrates its potential and proves it is still the ultimate benchmark. Hence the TRISTAR combines yesterday and tomorrow: On the occasion of the anniversary of the first Syncro concept car, its strikingly shows All-rounder for specialists. Its exthe company's all-wheel drive treme off-road capability in comexpertise and demonstrates its bination with flexible transport future viability." He continues: and storage capacities make the "We take the needs of our cusTRISTAR into a mobile workshop, tomers seriously and are continua mobile high-tech office or into a ing to develop our best-seller perfect surf mobile. Safe, highwith great purpose. We are thus quality and flexible, the new redefining the benchmark of the Volkswagen TRISTAR is a versaclass with each and every new tile tool for every user. Whether model." an architect, a film crew, service expert, landscape gardener or an Facts overview expedition participant.

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ance) Drivetrain: Permanent 4Motion all-wheel drive, mechanical rear axle differential lock Alloy wheels "Rocadura" 245/70 R17 Engines / power / gearbox: 2,0 litre TDI 150 kW, 450 Nm 150 kW at 4000 450 Nm at 1400 7-speed DSG

VW Amarok Dark Label Factory-developed Amarok Dark Label confirmed for Australia, local specification announced  Unique body design elements, interior trim and Bi-Xenon headlamps as standard Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Australia has announced the impending arrival of the most exclusive and dynamic Amarok model yet – the Amarok Dark Label.

The factory-developed Amarok Dark Label has now been confirmed for Australia with deliveries commencing in early 2015, bringing with it a raft of stylish and practical upgrades for Australian customers.

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4MOTION automatic models, which already include such features as a multi-function display with satellite navigation, and front and rear park distance control, the Amarok Dark label adds additional features as standard.

The Amarok Dark Label is characterised by its dark, aggressive exterior styling, which includes BiXenon headlamps with LED daytime driving lamps, matt black sports bar and side steps, darkened tail lamps, black rear bumper, door mirror housings and door handles, and 18-inch ‘Durban’ alloy wheels; in black, of course.

Inside, the Amarok Dark Label continues to offer exclusivity with an Alcantara trim with carbon fibre -look bolster finish, front heated seats and tailored floor mats.

To launch this new product, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles will release 300 of the Amarok Dark Label special edition which are available for order now.

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World premiere of the XL Sport Paris Motor Show, October 2014

the basis of the XL1.

2. The vehicle is propelled by the world's most powerful 3. two-cylinder engine.

4. The Ducati V2 engine generates 147 kW / 200 PS. 5. Aerodynamics of the XL Sport are better than those

World premiere of the superefficient concept XL Sport powered 6. of any other sports car.

by V2 engine from Ducati Super7. XL Sport's 200 PS sufficient to leggera. achieve 270 km/h. A record.

Pure efficiency – 200 PS gives new XL Sport a top speed of 270 km/h 8. The Ducati Superleggera V2 engine revs all the way to 11,000 Ten key facts about the world rpm. premiere of the XL Sport: 9. The high-tech engine features 1. The XL Sport was developed on titanium connecting rods and 10.magnesium alloys.

11.Ducati engine is fitted with legendary desmodromic valves.

12.Completely new chassis reveals layout typical for motor sports.

13.Major design aspects have been developed completely from scratch.

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essence. A 270 km/h driving machine based on the XL1, the most efficient car of all time. Efficiency and emotion compellingly recombined. At the rear of the XL Sport sits one of the finest achievements in engine technology – the V2 adapted from the new Ducati 1199 Superleggera, the world's most powerful two-cylinder motorcycle.

Like the XL1, of which only 250 units will be built, the Superleggera is also being manufactured in a limited edition (500 units), in a process that embraces hand fabrication and high-precision industrial manufacturing technologies alike. The XL1 and the Superleggera, two icons of lightweight carbon and magnesium design technology, thus unite to create a unique sports car. With the XL Sport, the group brands Volkswagen and Ducati impressively demonstrate how high-tech developments can lead to synergies between brands and be used by both parties as modules for new concepts.

car, the XL Sport achieves something similar. In this case it is the ratio between weight (890 kg), power (147 kW / 200 PS) and aerodynamics (cd x A = 0.44 m2) that currently makes this concept car the fastest 200 PS car in the world. No other sports car has ever reached a top speed of 270 km/ h with 200 PS. One stand-out feature in this is the vehicle's aerodynamics. As indicated above, the coefficient of the drag coefficient (0.258) and the vehicle's frontal area (1.7 m2) is 0.44 m2. This is The Ducati 1199 Superleggera has one of the best values ever the best power-to-weight ratio of achieved and a major triumph for any production motorcycle in hisVolkswagen's aerodynamics engitory. In the world of the motor neers and designers, made all the

more impressive due to the fact that as a thoroughbred sports car, the concept's design brief demands wide tyres, a high requirement for cooling air and optimal downforce. There are a number of individual features that contribute to the XL Sport's arrow-like performance in addition to the uncompromising aerodynamic styling of the body. These include special air curtains that direct the air in the frontal area into specific channels, wheel arch ventilation, a further optimised underbody, liftreducing air ducts in the bonnet, an extendible rear spoiler (powered by the same unit as in the Lamborghini Aventador) and adaptive waste heat vents incorporated in the rear hatch (louvre that opens and closes automatically as required to conduct excess engine heat away).

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times and the usual formalities at country borders.

Team leader Rainer Zietlow will be accompanied by Marius Biela, a photographer and video producIt all began Sunday (21 Septemtions specialist, and Matthias ber): Rainer Zietlow, Marius Biela Prillwitz, an experienced particiand Matthias Prillwitz will set out pant of Rally Germany. Their vehiin a Volkswagen Touareg in purcle is the new Volkswagen suit of a world record time over a Touareg V6 TDI, which is essenroute that connects the northern tially a standard production car. tip of Europe with the southern tip The only modifications made for of South Africa: From North Cape this ultimate endurance test were to Cape Agulhas. to add a rollover cage and two The route – over 17,000 km long auxiliary fuel tanks for a driving – is 97% paved and passes range of over 3,000 kilometres through the countries of Norway, per fuel stop.

Finland, Sweden, Denmark, GerDuring the record drive, the team many, the Czech Republic, Slowill post daily reports on their exvakia, Hungary, Serbia, Bulgaria, periences at the website Turkey, Egypt, Sudan, Ethiopia, www.touareg-capetocape.com , Kenya, Tanzania, Zambia, Zimbaand a blog will provide information bwe and South Africa. Awaiting about each day's stage with phothe adventurers are deep potholes tos and a brief video. in Sudan and Ethiopia, countless The current position of the switchbacks in the African highTouareg will also be shown on a lands and the infamous "Road of Hell" peak with its corrugated and virtual map that is updated every volcanic rock surfaces in northern five minutes. A free app developed Kenya. Temperatures range from by Hewlett Packard (HP Capetofreezing in Norway to 48 degrees Cape) will show the latest data from the Touareg such as accelerCelsius in Sudan. ation, braking behaviour and even The team has been preparing for suspension damper displacement this ambitious project for over a in real time. year now, including a scouting tour in the opposite direction that Off-road enthusiast Rainer Zietlow began his numerous global tours Rainer Zietlow and Marius Biela drove in June. This tour served to in 2005. On his adventures, he set two world records in 2011 and define all critical points and to map the entire route with GPS da- 2012: The "Panamerican" from Tierra del Fuego to Alaska in 11 ta. During the record-breaking days and 17 hours, and the marathon, the team will drive "Russtralia" from Melbourne to St. around the clock in a three-shift system that will only be interrupt- Petersburg in 17 days and 18 ed for diesel refuelling stops, meal hours.

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World premiere of the new Passat GTE World premiere of the new Passat GTE at the Paris Motor Show for the first time, plug-in hybrid drive for Passat Saloon and Estate cars Electric car: the Passat GTE can be driven up to 50 km in an all-electric mode Touring car: Paris-LondonParis nonstop and with zero emissions in the city Ten important facts about the world premiere of the Passat GTE: than 1. The Passat GTE is the first plug-in hybrid by Volkswagen offered both in saloon and estate versions.

2. The new Passat GTE is front wheel-driven and develops a maximum system output of 160 kW / 218 PS. 3. With a sufficient battery charge and up to a defined minimum outside temperature, the Passat GTE always starts in the all-electric "EMode".

4. The Passat GTE can cover a distance of up to 50 kilometres in the electric "E-Mode" and thus with zero emissions.

5. The driving range with a full tank and fully charged battery is over 1,000 km. Paris-London-Paris without refuelling.

6. The standard fuel consumption in accordance with NEDC fuel consumption* is under 2.0 l/100 km (analogous to less 45 g/km CO2).

7. The Passat GTE has a top speed in Hybrid mode of over 220 km/h; driven in all-electric "E-Mode", 130 km/h.

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Motor Show – the first Passat with a plug-in hybrid drive system. It is a zero-emission and long-distance vehicle in one and available as a saloon or estate car.

plug-in hybrid such as the Passat GTE or in an electric vehicle such as the e-up! does not have to pay the congestion charge, which is normally mandatory.

infotainment system, Front AsIn GTE mode, the Volkswagen sist and City Emergency Braking. also has a very sporty side. Plug9. The Passat GTE will be availa- in hybrid, in this case, stands for ble with the optional digital and the combination of a turbointeractive Active Info Display. charged direct injection petrol 10. The design of the Passat GTE engine (TSI) with an electric mowas customised. One of its iden- tor, which is supplied with energy from an externally (or in tifying features is the C-shaped Charge mode) chargeable lithium LED daytime running light.

-ion battery. Thanks to this batThe new Passat is one of the tery, the Passat GTE can cover a most innovative cars in its class. distance of up to 50 kilometres Equipped with progressive drive, in all-electric mode and thus with assistance and infotainment sys- zero emissions. Important: at tems, it is high-tech encapsulat- the press of a button next to the ed in a powerful design with gear knob, the driver can also sharp proportions. The eighth control the all-electric mode ("Egeneration is currently being Mode") at will – for example, at launched in Europe, yet already, the end of a long drive when the Volkswagen has come up with © Volkswagen Media Services destination is in city surroundsomething more: the German car ings. For example, London: any- www.volkswagen-media-services.com maker is showing the Passat GTE body who drives into the city in a www.volkswagen.de in a world premiere at the Paris

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Rally Australia

Volkswagen is World Rally Champion* again, courtesy of one-twothree in Australia Successful title defence in the Manufacturers’ Championship Earliest championship win in the WRC for 25 years Sébastien Ogier wins, ahead of Jari-Matti Latvala and Andreas Mikkelsen 3..2..1, World Champion*!

Volkswagen wrapped up the title in the Manufacturers’ Championship of the FIA World Rally Championship (WRC) with a one-twothree at the Rally Australia. With three rallies still remaining this season, the best result in the history of the team means Volkswagen can no longer be caught at the top of the overall standings. Winners in Australia, Sébastien Ogier/Julien Ingrassia (F/F), and team-mates Jari-Matti Latvala/Miikka Anttila, who finished runner-up down under, successfully defended the title in record time. This is the earliest in a season that a World Champion-

ship title has been won for 25 years. Andreas Mikkelsen/Ola Fløene (N/N) finished third in the final Polo R WRC to round off a perfect team result. The three Volkswagen crews also top the standings in the Drivers’ and CoDrivers’ Championship. Ogier/ Ingrassia and Latvala/Anttila will battle it out between themselves at the remaining three rallies to see who is crowned World Champion at the end of the season.

Carlo. Andreas Mikkelsen/Ola Fløene secured podium number 36, for good measure.

The Sign of Three: Polo R WRC claims its first one-two-three down under All good things come in threes – especially when it comes to popping champagne corks: Volkswagen’s one-two-three at the Rally Australia was the first in the team’s history in the World Rally Championship. Sébastien Ogier/Julien Ingrassia claimed the 19th victory for the Polo R WRC in only its 23rd outing. Jari-Matti Latvala/Miikka Anttila added podium number 35 to the 315-hp World Rally Car from Wolfsburg’s impressive record since making its debut at the 2013 Rally Monte

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The route to the historic success was anything but a stroll in the park: the Rally Australia put both man and machine to the test with its very technical, winding rollercoaster sections through the forests of New South Wales on the one hand, and high-speed passages over open land on the other. Constantly varying gravel surfaces – from rough, coarse grit to smooth, clayey, loamy ground – and the relentless switching between light and shadow made life difficult for the drivers and codrivers. Over the course of the 20 special stages, the World Rally Cars completed 302.26 kilometres against the clock. The longest and most distinctive stage was “Nambucca”, which took the crews on a marathon 48.92kilometre route through forests with steep uphill sections, across farmland and over small wooden bridges.

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tle for the title in the WRC Drivers’ Championship would be played out between the three Volkswagen drivers – Sébastien Ogier, Jari-Matti Latvala and Andreas Mikkelsen. After the result (Continued from page 29) down under, the three-way battle has now been whittled down to a The Sign of Three: Successful duel. Although Andreas Mikkelsen title defence in record time was able to significantly increase his advantage over fourth place, World Champion* after just three he can no longer have a say in quarters of the season – only the destination of the Drivers’ tionce in the history of the FIA tle. And so it is that the duel that World Rally Championship (WRC) has dominated the season will has a manufacturer wrapped up also determine who wins the the Manufacturers’ Championship World Championship: Sébastien sooner than Volkswagen in 2014. Ogier vs. Jari-Matti Latvala. This With nine of ten possible victories duel has already produced three to its name – six of them oneof the top ten closest finishes in twos – Volkswagen has already the World Rally Championship. successfully defended its title.

Ogier defeated Latvala by just 0.2 Ogier and Latvala also spearhead- seconds in Jordan in 2011, while ed the team that took the ManuLatvala finished a mere 2.4 secfacturers’ title to Wolfsburg in onds ahead of Ogier in New Zea2013 – with the biggest winning land in 2010. The closest finish margin in the history of the WRC since the two drivers have been in (145 points). Volkswagen goes Volkswagen colours came at this into the remaining three rallies of year’s Rally Finland, when Latvala the season – in France, Spain and came home just 3.6 seconds Great Britain – with a lead of 194 ahead of Ogier to win his home points. event. In Australia, 6.8 seconds was all that separated the chamAnd then there were two: All- pion and his challenger.

Volkswagen duel in the Drivers’ and Co-Drivers’ ChampiBonus points for the leading onship two on the Power Stage: Latvala ahead of Ogier Even before the Rally Australia it was already certain that the bat- Jari-Matti Latvala/Miikka Anttila

won the Power Stage, on which bonus points are up for grabs for the first three crews, to pick up an extra three points towards the Drivers’ and Co-Drivers’ Championship. Second place, and with it two World Championship points, went to their Volkswagen teammates Sébastien Ogier/Julien Ingrassia. Over the last two years in the World Championship, Volkswagen duos have won 16 of 22 Power Stages, bagging extra points on 39 occasions in total.

Facts and figures from the Rally Australia 20 special stages, 17 stage wins – Volkswagen enhanced the already impressive record of the Polo R WRC at the Rally Australia. Since the World Rally Car made its first competitive outing at the 2013 Rally Monte Carlo, the four-wheel drive powerhouse has won a remarkable 297 of 428 stages. It has also ended special stages in the top three on 679 occasions.

The Rally Australia’s 20 special stages yielded a further 42 topthree results for the Volkswagen drivers.

Quotes after day three of the Rally Australia Sébastien Ogier, Volkswagen Polo R WRC #1 - “Absolutely fantastic.

I am made up for our team! They really deserve this success so much. It is hard to put this feeling into words. The fact that we have wrapped up the World Championship title with the first ever allVolkswagen podium is an incredible success. We can really be proud of ourselves today, here at the other end of the world. Julien and I tried to control our slender advantage over my team-mate Jari-Matti Latvala right through to the finish – and it worked out. I think we put on an exciting duel at the top for the fans. It is awesome that Andreas Mikkelsen and Ola Fløene rounded off this tri(Continued on page 31)

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was to defend my advantage over fourth place in the World Championship. We have actually managed to increase it. I am absolutely delighted with my fourth podium of the year. Today is just a fantastic day.”

Jost Capito, Volkswagen Motorsport Director - “What a way to put the icing on the cake at the end of such an impressive season!

Winning the Manufacturers’ title with a one-two-three – it doesn’t get any better. Last year we surpassed all expectations, particularly our own. Even then, everyone in the team consistently pushed themselves to their limits to win the World Championship. It is always more difficult to successfully defend the World Championship title than it is to win it in the first place. What the team has achieved this season, and the extent to which it has improved, demands my utmost respect. A chain is only ever as strong as its weakest link, as they say. With us, every link is as strong as the next. I would like to thank my colleagues. Volkswagen is proud of them. And this title is for everyone at Volkswagen around the world, whose support has been magnificent.”

Jari-Matti Latvala, Volkswagen Polo R WRC #2 - “A fantastic success. I am delighted for the entire team. The Manufacturers’ title is a great recognition of the fact that everyone at Volkswagen has been utterly committed to being successful, and also shows that the Polo is the best rally car around.

We also produced some first-class racing again – Miikka and I tried to put Sébastien and Julien under pressure right up until the finish, but they were unbeatable. Congratulations on a deserved win. I am very happy with my own performance. Unfortunately we lost crucial seconds with the wrong tyre selection, which probably cost us the win. In any case, it is phenomenal to stand here on the podium with all three Polos. There can be no better way to win a World Championship title.” * Subject to the official publication of the results by the FIA.

Andreas Mikkelsen, Volkswagen Polo R WRC #9 - “What an incredible result for the entire team.

World Champions, and with the team’s very first one-two-three to boot. I am delighted for all the mechanics, engineers and helpers who have made this possible, here in Australia and throughout the entire season. We had a huge lead over fourth place going into the final six special stages, but we could not do much in the way of catching the two cars ahead of us.

Caught in no man’s land, our priority was to control our pace so that we did not make any mistakes and brought the result home. My goal ahead of the rally

And then there was … ... the perfect parking place. To welcome the new champions, the Volkswagen mechanics unrolled brand-new service awnings for the three Polo R WRCs. At the closing service, ahead of the podium ceremony, the three World Rally Cars from Wolfsburg were parked in their own places as usual, where the sign above them read: “Champions Parking Only”. © Volkswagen Motorsport Communications media@volkswagen-motorsport.com www.volkswagen-motorsport.com

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another important step in the development of the Beetle. At the end of the event it was one of the fastest cars out there. We will see further improvements in Las Vegas,” said Foust.

Volkswagen Scirocco R-Cup China Italian Mantori moves to top of standings

FIA World Rallycross Championship Marklund Motorsport in pole position in race for Team title Marklund Motorsport improved its prospects of winning the Team title at the tenth round of the FIA World Rallycross Championship at the Autodromo di Franciacorta in Italy. Volkswagen drivers Toomas “Topi” Heikkinen (FIN) and Anton Marklund (S) may have missed out on the final in their Polo RX Supercars, but they did score valuable points towards the team competition.

in Italy went to Sweden’s Timmy Hansen. The eleventh of twelve rounds on the World Championship calendar will take place in Istanbul on 11th and 12th October.

Global Rallycross Sixth place keeps Scott Speed in title race

Carlo Piero Mantori won twice in Shanghai to move into the lead in the Volkswagen Scirocco R-Cup China. The Italian started both races from third on the grid, but was still able to dominate en route to victory. In race one on the Formula One circuit, Mantori crossed the finish line 3.843 seconds ahead of German driver Markus Engel in second place. Liu Yang (CN) was the best homegrown driver in third place.

Mantori’s advantage of Engel in the second race was 1.275 secScott Speed (USA) finished sixth onds. Patrick Boulaud (HK) joined in the penultimate race in the them on the podium in third Global Rallycross Championship place. The championship leader (GRC) in Seattle. In doing so, the coming into the event, William ex-Formula One driver, racing for Lok (HK) endured a disastrous the Andretti Autosport team, kept weekend. Having failed to finish his chances alive of winning the the first race, he then had to setThe Marklund Motorsport team is championship when it is decided tle for sixth place in race two, a now level on points with Swedish at the season finale in Las Vegas whole 18.575 seconds off the rivals Ford Olsberg MSE at the top on 5th November. pace. As such, he surrendered his of the championship with two Tanner Foust (USA) was making lead in the one-make cup to Manrounds of the season remaining. A his second appearance with the tori, who is now level on points.

Volkswagen driver is also second new 544-hp Beetle GRC in Se- Lok will get an opportunity to take in the Drivers’ Championship, in attle. The US star clocked the revenge at the penultimate race the form of Heikkinen. However, fourth fastest time in qualifying, weekend of the season, which he can no longer win the title. but was left with no chance of takes place in Shanghai again on Norway’s Petter Solberg finished progressing to the final after sev- 17th to 19th October. third at the track near Milan to eral skirmishes. Foust was imclinch the World Championship pressed by the new car. “It was crown with races to spare. Victory (Continued on page 33)

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Volkswagen Castrol Cup Poland Kupcikas crowned champion again eight years down the line Lithuanian driver Robertas Kupcikas has been crowned champion in the Volkswagen Castrol Cup Poland, having last won the title eight years ago. Two fourth places at the season finale in Poznan, Poland, were sufficient for the 31year-old to secure the title. Kupcikas’ last triumph in the Volkswagen Castrol Cup came back in 2006. “The standard has improved enormously since then,” said Kupcikas.

He won eight of the season’s 14 races at the wheel of his Golf.

However, he did have to play second fiddle to other drivers at the final round of the season. The final two wins went to Pole Jakub Litwin and Jeffrey Kruger. The South African finished second overall with 528 points, behind Kupcikas (576).

The best-placed Polish driver was Jan Kisiel (430) in third place.

Jordan Lee Pepper (ZA), newlycrowned champion in the Scirocco R-Cup Germany, finished 13th and seventh on his guest appearance.

This meant Sheldon van der Linde was also the top driver over the course of the race weekend. The title will be decided at the season Robert Wolk (ZA) and Nicholas finale in Zwartkops on 1st Novan Weely were embroiled in an- vember in a thrilling three-way other thrilling duel on the seventh battle between van der Linde, race weekend in Formula Brummer and Rowe.

Volkswagen South Africa, which took place in Killarney. Wolk won the opening race, finishing 3.496 seconds ahead of van Weely. For a long time, race two also looked like producing another triumph for Wolk. However, a puncture meant he could do nothing to prevent his main rival from passing in the closing stages of the race. Despite this misfortune, Wolk still came Volkswagen Fun Cup France home second, just 0.940 back.

The duel for the title is set for a Alain Ferté wins the Eight thrilling finale at the last event of Hours of Castellet the season in Zwartkops on 1st November: Wolk and van Weely The expert endurance racer Alain both go into the final races with Ferté scored a convincing win for 126 points to their name. his team in the Eight Hours of Castellet, which is part of the Volkswagen Fun Cup France. The 58-year-old Frenchman triumphed on the tradition-steeped racetrack together with Philippe Lemoine, Elliot Hoffet and Marc André Pagliotti. The team’s Beetle with start number 199 took the lead after about four hours and held onto it until the end of the race.

Second place in the popular series Engen Volkswagen Cup South Affor amateur sportspeople in which rica technically identical Beetles are Youngster van der Linde imdriven went to the trio Patrick van presses again Impe, Bernard Dandrifosse and Amin Bentchikou. Third place was 15-year-old Sheldon van der clinched by Stephane Dupont.

Linde (ZA) produced another impressive display in Killarney to extend his lead in the Engen Volkswagen Cup. Van der Linde came home third at the end of a dramatic opening race, 0.391 seconds behind winner Daniel Rowe (ZA). The younger brother of Kelvin van der Linde (ZA), who races in the ADAC GT Masters, then won race two, finishing with a commanding 3.626-second lead over runner-up Dewald Brummer © Volkswagen Motorsport (ZA). Matthew Hodges (ZA) had Communications previously landed in the tyres af- media@volkswagen-motorsport.com www.volkswagen-motorsport.com ter a failed attack on the leader.

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