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When to change my tires?
Wednesday, March 2nd, 2022
Is it time to change my tires?
Worn-out tires are a hazard while on the road as it reduces the braking effect of your car and can cause an accident while on the road. Find out if it is time to change your tires by checking the tread depth of your Volkswagen. Join us at Elgin Volkswagen in Elgin, IL, to learn how to check the tread depth of your car. Continue reading for more information.
(more…)How To Schedule Volkswagen Service Online?
Monday, February 21st, 2022
Step-by-step video tutorial on how to get started with Volkswagen Online Service Scheduling
Does your Volkswagen need maintenance? Shouldn’t scheduling a car service be a snap these days? If these are your concerns, then you’ve come to the right place. Check out this step-by-step video guide on how to get started with Volkswagen Online Service Scheduling and schedule your next Volkswagen service appointment online using just your smartphone and see how easy it can be. Just click, type, or swipe. It’s that simple. Watch this video to find out more. Â
(more…)Learn How to Use Android Auto in Your Volkswagen’s Infotainment System
Wednesday, November 24th, 2021
Video of Using Android Auto in Your Volkswagen’s Infotainment System
Vehicles these days come with technology features galore. It is, therefore, important to understand how one could go about using these features optimally. If you own a Volkswagen, the video plugged in here might be just the thing you need to watch right now. The video of using Android Auto in your Volkswagen’s infotainment system might just help you elevate your experience with your car. Continue reading and check the inventory of Elgin Volkswagen in Elgin, IL, to find the Volkswagen of your choice.
(more…)How do you reset the tire pressure light in a Volkswagen Jetta?
Tuesday, June 15th, 2021
Volkswagen Jetta Tire Pressure Monitoring System Dashboard Light Step-By-Step Deactivation Instructions
If you’ve gone to the trouble of adjusting the tire pressure of your Volkswagen Jetta, you may notice that the tire pressure warning light on the dashboard is still activated. What gives?
Well, the Tire Pressure Monitoring System light has to be manually reset to make it turn off after the tire pressure has been adjusted. If you take your Jetta into a service center (such as ours here at Elgin Volkswagen), they’ll do that for you, but if you adjusted the tire pressure yourself, you’ll have to reset the light yourself too. How does one reset the Tire Pressure Monitoring System light in a Volkswagen Jetta?
(more…)Where can I buy a new car for less than $20,000 in Elgin, IL?
Saturday, May 29th, 2021 New Cars Under $20,000 in Elgin, IL
It can certainly be a challenge to find new vehicles priced under $20,000 these days. However, we’re happy to report that quality vehicles can still be obtained within that price range; you just have to know where to look. Where can drivers find quality new vehicles that cost less than $20,000 in the Elgin, IL area?
(more…)Which 2021 Volkswagen model has 7 seats?
Wednesday, May 12th, 2021
Volkswagen Vehicles That Offer Three Rows and Seven Seats
Sometimes, you need a vehicle that seats seven. We won’t judge. People have their reasons.
As a result, customers periodically pay a visit to our lot here at Elgin Volkswagen and ask us: which Volkswagen model has seven seats?
(more…)Where can I find genuine Lao food in Elgin, IL?
Friday, February 19th, 2021
Elgin’s Lao Restaurants
Among many other things, Elgin is known for its sizeable Lao community. Since 1967, in fact, Elgin has been the sister city to Vientiane, the capital of Laos. Having this population here in Elgin brings a delightful dose of cultural diversity to the (literal and figurative) table.
Today, we’re focusing primarily on the literal aspect of that statement. What are some delicious Laotian restaurants in the Elgin area?
(more…)How do I use wireless phone charging in my Volkswagen?
Wednesday, January 27th, 2021
Volkswagen Wireless Phone Charging How-To Guide
The continued advancement of technology leads to, when utilized properly, the continued increase of quality of life. Hopefully, our mental outlook begins to advance as well so that technical innovations can truly bring more ease into our lives rather than merely increasing the frenetic pace and accompanying stress of the modern American lifestyle.
Wireless phone charging is one example of a feature that, by keeping your phone or device fully juiced, can increase the convenience of daily life. How does one use the wireless phone charging feature in their VW?
(more…)Does the 2021 VW Atlas have remote start?
Monday, January 18th, 2021
2021 Volkswagen Atlas Remote Start Capability
The 2021 Volkswagen Atlas is quite the desirable midsize crossover SUV. Users tend to really dig the spacious interior, intuitive features and composed handling. The space is delightfully roomy, while cargo room is vast. The experience of this machine is rounded out by an easy-to-use touchscreen and generous allotment of standard safety gizmos.
One oft-desired feature that can up the convenience factor of modern vehicles is remote start. Does the 2021 Volkswagen Atlas come with remote start?
(more…)Where can I shop for a new car online in Elgin, IL?
Friday, November 20th, 2020
Though there are many, many challenges being presented to us in these unique times, one of the positive side-effects of the coronavirus pandemic is how people are experimenting with new ways of Being. One of these experiments involves doing more shopping online, even for items customers previously tended to prefer to buy in-person, such as a new vehicle.
Thanks to such experimentation, many individuals are finding that, to their surprise, shopping for a new vehicle online can be an easy, straightforward experience that is preferable in many ways to the traditional trip to the dealership lot. Where can one shop for a new car online in the Elgin area?
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