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Our Response to COVID-19
To Our Valued Customers: As a result of the current pandemic, and to ensure the health and safety of our employees and guests, we are following the safety measures outlined below. The measures that have been implemented follow the recommendations of the World Health Organization (WHO), as well as various government directives. These measures have evolved and will continue to do so in line with...
Why the Golf GTI Remains the Perfect Urban Performance Car for Metro Vancouver
The 2025 Volkswagen Golf GTI delivers 241 hp and 273 lb-ft of torque in a compact hatchback that measures just 4,289 mm in length. This setup makes it one of the few performance cars equally capable of threading through tight Coquitlam streets, merging aggressively onto Highway 1, and carving through mountain roads on weekend drives. For SkyTrain commuters who want daily practicality with...
How the 2025 Taos Conquers Coquitlam's Elevation Changes: Power Meets Practicality
Coquitlam sits where coastal flatlands meet steep residential hills and mountain approaches. Westwood Plateau rises sharply from the city centre, Burke Mountain Road climbs steadily toward trails and viewpoints, and daily drives often include quick elevation shifts that test a compact SUV's engine and transmission. The 2025 Volkswagen Taos handles these challenges with an upgraded 1.5 TSI...
2026 Tiguan Turbo: The Performance SUV British Columbia Has Been Waiting For
The 2026 Volkswagen Tiguan Turbo Highline R-Line arrives this fall, bringing 268 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque to drivers in British Columbia who want more than the standard Tiguan offers. This top-tier trim pairs the most powerful version of Volkswagen's 2.0 L EA888 turbocharged engine with standard 4MOTION all-wheel drive, an 8-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters, and a full suite...
2026 Atlas vs. Atlas Cross Sport: Choosing Your British Columbia Adventure Style
Families exploring British Columbia's diverse terrain face a key decision: do you need three rows for the whole crew, or would a sportier two-row SUV better suit your adventures? The 2026 Volkswagen Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport share the same capable 2.0 TSI turbocharged engine and standard 4MOTION all-wheel drive, but their layouts serve different lifestyles. One prioritizes passenger capacity,...
September Road Trip Essentials: Packing the Atlas for Okanagan Apple Season
September in British Columbia means cooler mornings, golden light across valley orchards, and the start of apple harvest season in the Okanagan. Families from Coquitlam planning the drive east through the Fraser Valley and over the Coquihalla Highway need a vehicle that handles cargo, passengers, and variable road conditions with equal capability. The 2026 Volkswagen Atlas offers 2,735 L of...
Two Pedals, Two Personalities: Demystifying Volkswagen's DSG Transmission
Automatic transmissions have dominated the Canadian market for decades, offering simple two-pedal operation that makes daily driving effortless. Manual transmissions appeal to driving enthusiasts who want complete control but require constant clutch work in stop-and-go traffic. Most drivers assume these denote the only two options, unaware that dual-clutch technology creates a third choice that...
Taming Westwood Plateau: How the 2026 Tiguan Turbo's Power Makes Coquitlam's Hills Effortless
Living in Coquitlam's elevated neighbourhoods brings rewards and challenges. The Westwood Plateau and Burke Mountain areas offer stunning views and peaceful communities, but getting there requires navigating some of the steepest, most winding roads in the Lower Mainland. Many drivers find themselves struggling up Plateau Boulevard or Prairie Avenue, especially during wet fall weather when...
Beyond the Speedometer: How VW's Digital Cockpit Pro Creates a Safer, More Focused Drive
Traditional instrument clusters force drivers to look down frequently, checking multiple analog gauges for speed, fuel level, and navigation information. This constant head movement takes attention away from the road, creating small but significant moments of distraction. Modern driving demands better solutions, especially when navigating busy areas like the Coquitlam Centre district or merging...
5 Ways the VW Atlas Turns the Tri-Cities Back-to-School Chaos into Calm
The back-to-school season in Coquitlam brings familiar challenges that every parent recognizes. Supply runs at Coquitlam Centre become major logistics operations. Carpooling between multiple schools across the Tri-Cities area requires precise timing. Juggling after-school activities at places like the Poirier Sport & Leisure Complex means constantly loading and unloading equipment. For families...
5 Reasons VW's 4MOTION is More Than Just
Most automakers advertise their vehicles as having "all-wheel drive," making the term feel generic and interchangeable. Drivers shopping for vehicles with enhanced traction often assume these systems work similarly, focusing on marketing terms rather than understanding the technology underneath. This assumption overlooks significant differences in how various all-wheel drive systems actually...
You Deserve a Better Drive: 7 Premium Upgrades in the All-New 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan
Your daily commute should be more than just getting from point A to point B. The redesigned 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan transforms every drive into a comfortable, connected experience that makes even routine trips through Coquitlam feel special. These seven premium features elevate your time behind the wheel, turning ordinary moments into something worth looking forward to. From front seats that...
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