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On Monday 24th January 2011, the Volkswagen Passat set off on a nationwide tour to showcase the new model to small businesses and fleets at business parks across the country. The 50-day road show started in Aylesbury and visit all four corners of the country, this gave the customers a chance to see and experience the vehicle, and also understand how the seventh generation Volkswagen Passat saloon would operate as a company car within their business.
Since its launch in 1973, the Volkswagen Passat has established itself as a favourite with UK buyers with over 600,000 examples having found homes. The new seventh generation Volkswagen Passat is the most advanced model as it's fitted with special sound insulating windscreen glass and new sound deadening materials to make it one of the quietest cars in its class.
Visitors to the road show had the chance to speak to trained Volkswagen representatives who talked through the competitive contract hire and finance packages available, as well as having information on company car tax and BiK implications. There was also a hospitality unit hosted by staff from local Volkswagen Retailers where the visitors were welcomed with complimentary refreshments.
For the first time, the new Volkswagen Passat will be specified with air-conditioned seats and Automatic Distance Control (ADC) that can automatically slow the car to a halt should it encounter traffic and also be fitted with an automatic fatigue detection system that monitors the driver's inputs and automatically emits an audible and visual warning to recommend a break if required.
Since its launch in 1973, the Volkswagen Passat has established itself as a favourite with UK buyers with over 600,000 examples having found homes. The new seventh generation Volkswagen Passat is the most advanced model as it's fitted with special sound insulating windscreen glass and new sound deadening materials to make it one of the quietest cars in its class.Visitors to the road show had the chance to speak to trained Volkswagen representatives who talked through the competitive contract hire and finance packages available, as well as having information on company car tax and BiK implications. There was also a hospitality unit hosted by staff from local Volkswagen Retailers where the visitors were welcomed with complimentary refreshments.
