European Car - June 2017

En este número

The people’s platform, Volkswagen MQB - We take an early look at the new VW Atlas three-row SUV and then talk to the man responsible for MQB development, Dr. Elmar- Marius Licharz, at the Geneva Auto Show.

200 mph in a Beetle - Jim Douglas and Tennessee Steinmetz never did this. Driving a VW Beetle to the magical 200-mph mark.

“Everything should be made as simple as possible, but not simpler.” —A. Einstein - Brandon Scarpelli may work in the automotive aftermarket, but that doesn’t mean he threw every part he could at his own MK7 GTI. We take a look at how he handled the difficult task of improving on an already great car, without overdoing it.

Cool Runnings - Sports sedans are as good as they’ve ever been, but that hasn’t stopped enthusiasts from replacing them with luxurious, stylish, and performance-oriented SUVs. The segment is quickly morphing into the go-to for the do-everything family car, and we take a look at two of the latest and greatest competitors from Italy and Sweden. Volvo has long been the choice for family hauling but has made giant strides in style and luxury. Maserati has been at the leading edge of style but is now looking to bring an exotic edge to a more mainstream market .