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Volkswagen IQ.DRIVE Travel Assist Features

August 6th, 2026 by
driver's seat view of the steering wheel and dashboard on a VW Atlas

Driving shouldn’t wear you out. Volkswagen’s IQ.DRIVE Travel Assist brings together a set of driver assistance technologies that take some of the mental work off your plate, whether you’re crawling through morning traffic or logging highway miles on a road trip. The features work quietly in the background so your attention can stay where it…

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Top-Rated Schools & Colleges in Southern Illinois

July 30th, 2026 by
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Choosing where your child goes to school is one of the most important decisions you’ll make as a parent. For families living in or relocating to Southern Illinois, the region offers more educational depth than most people expect. Well-regarded K–12 public school districts sit alongside a flagship state university, and the options are real, varied,…

Signs Your VW Needs an Ignition Coil Replacement

July 16th, 2026 by
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If your Volkswagen has been running rough lately, idling unevenly, or feeling sluggish on the highway, it’s natural to feel a little anxious. Something is clearly off, but you might not know where to start. The good news is that many of these symptoms point to a single, diagnosable cause: a failing ignition coil. Catching…

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2026 Jetta vs Jetta GLI

July 9th, 2026 by
grey 2026 Volkswagen Jetta sedan parked at the Volkswagen of Marion dealership in Marion, IL

Choosing between the 2026 Jetta and Jetta GLI is one of those genuinely good problems to have. Both sedans share the same Volkswagen DNA, but they’re built with very different drivers in mind. We’ve put together this side-by-side breakdown so you can walk into Volkswagen of Marion knowing exactly which one fits your life. If…

2026 Fireworks Shows Near Marion, IL

June 30th, 2026 by
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Summer in Southern Illinois has a special kind of energy when Fourth of July weekend arrives. Around Marion, families can find fireworks over lakes, classic small-town celebrations, live music, community gatherings, and patriotic events happening within a short drive. Whether you want to stay close to home in Williamson County or take a quick trip…

2026 Volkswagen Atlas Family Features

June 18th, 2026 by
black 2026 VW Atlas SUV parked at the Volkswagen of Marion dealership

If you’ve ever tried to load three kids, two car seats, a soccer bag, and a week’s worth of groceries into a midsize SUV, you already know that “family-friendly” is a claim a lot of vehicles make but few actually deliver on. The 2026 Volkswagen Atlas delivers. We’ve seen it hold up under the daily…

2026 Volkswagen Atlas vs 2026 Chevy Traverse

June 11th, 2026 by
white 2026 VW Atlas SUV parked at the Volkswagen of Marion dealership

Shopping for a three-row SUV feels exciting right up until you’re standing in a parking lot staring at two vehicles that look nearly identical and wondering which one actually fits your life. The 2026 Volkswagen Atlas and the 2026 Chevrolet Traverse are both serious contenders in this segment, but they serve different families in different…

2026 Volkswagen GTI vs. Golf R

June 4th, 2026 by
white 2026 VW Golf GTI parked at the Volkswagen of Marion dealership in Marion

Both cars wear the same Golf body, park in the same garage, and turn the same heads at a stoplight. But the 2026 Golf GTI vs. Golf R debate runs deeper than shared sheet metal. One is built to make every commute feel like a driving event. The other is engineered to make you question…

2026 Volkswagen Tiguan vs. Atlas

May 21st, 2026 by
2026 Volkswagen Atlas SUV

Picking the right SUV for your family sounds simple until you’re actually standing on the lot comparing options. When both vehicles wear the same VW badge, share the same turbocharged engine, and park right next to each other, the decision gets surprisingly tricky. The 2026 Volkswagen Tiguan vs. Atlas comparison really comes down to one…

2026 Volkswagen Standard and Optional Safety Features

May 14th, 2026 by
Standard VW Safety Features for 2026 Models

Buying a car has always involved trade-offs, but safety is one area where today’s shoppers simply won’t compromise. The 2026 Volkswagen lineup takes that seriously, packing both standard and available technologies into vehicles that go well beyond the basics. Whether you’re navigating rural county roads or merging onto the interstate, knowing exactly which 2026 Volkswagen…

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