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Comparing 2026 Volkswagen Atlas Highline and Execline Interior Features
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Comparing 2026 Volkswagen Atlas Highline and Execline Interior Features

The 2026 Volkswagen Atlas lineup offers two premium trims: the Highline and the Execline. Both provide seven-passenger seating, advanced technology, and a shared powertrain. The key differences lie in interior refinement, material quality, and convenience features. Ontario families considering an Atlas should evaluate these distinctions to determine which trim aligns with how they use their...

Six Reasons Cottage Owners in Ontario Choose the 2026 Volkswagen Tiguan
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Six Reasons Cottage Owners in Ontario Choose the 2026 Volkswagen Tiguan

Owning a cottage means juggling weekend getaways, seasonal maintenance trips, and hauling everything from tools to kayaks. The 2026 Volkswagen Tiguan has become a practical choice for cottage owners across Ontario who need a vehicle that handles rural roads, carries substantial cargo, and provides comfort during longer drives. From unpaved driveways to highway stretches between Orillia and...

The Complete Guide to Volkswagen's IQ.DRIVE: Your Highway 11 Co-Pilot
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The Complete Guide to Volkswagen's IQ.DRIVE: Your Highway 11 Co-Pilot

Driving through Ontario means dealing with everything from Highway 11's cottage traffic to Highway 400's unpredictable flow. Your vehicle needs to do more than just get you from point A to point B—it needs to work with you to reduce stress and improve safety. That's exactly what Volkswagen's IQ.DRIVE suite delivers. This collection of driver assistance technologies helps you stay focused,...

2026 Atlas vs. Atlas Cross Sport: Choosing Between Seven Seats and Cargo Flexibility
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2026 Atlas vs. Atlas Cross Sport: Choosing Between Seven Seats and Cargo Flexibility

Families in Orillia and Muskoka know that finding the right SUV means balancing space, style, and versatility. Some need seven seats for growing families and carpool duty. Others want maximum cargo room without the extra length. The 2026 Volkswagen Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport address these different needs while sharing the same engine, towing capability, and technology. Both models deliver 269...

The Ultimate All-Season Performance Car: Why the 2025 Golf R is Perfect for Simcoe County Roads
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The Ultimate All-Season Performance Car: Why the 2025 Golf R is Perfect for Simcoe County Roads

When you think of a high-performance car, images of sunny track days and perfect weather probably come to mind. But what if that same car could handle Ontario winters, gravel cottage roads, and daily grocery runs with equal confidence? The 2025 Golf R challenges the traditional thinking about performance vehicles by offering serious capability across all four seasons. Living in Ontario means...

Can an EV Handle a Trip to the Cottage? The 2025 VW ID.4's Range and AWD Put to the Orillia Test
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Can an EV Handle a Trip to the Cottage? The 2025 VW ID.4's Range and AWD Put to the Orillia Test

For families in Ontario, the weekend cottage trip is a beloved tradition. Loading up the vehicle with coolers, fishing gear, and weekend supplies for a journey to Muskoka or Algonquin has been part of summer life for generations. But with electric vehicles becoming more popular, many drivers wonder: can an EV really handle the journey north? The 2025 Volkswagen ID.4 provides some convincing...

Orillia Waterfront Festival
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Orillia Waterfront Festival

Plaza Auto Group is proud to support the Orillia Waterfront Festival — bringing our community together for a weekend of fun, entertainment, and lakeside memories! Join us at the Orillia Waterfront Festival, happening August 8–10, 2025 at the scenic Port of Orillia! It’s a weekend packed with family fun, live music, delicious eats, and waterfront excitement!

5 Ways the 2025 Golf GTI Makes Your Daily Commute More Fun
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5 Ways the 2025 Golf GTI Makes Your Daily Commute More Fun

Many drivers dismiss the Golf GTI as a weekend car, but this hot hatch actually excels at making everyday drives more engaging. Your commute from Orillia to Barrie or daily trips around town become genuinely enjoyable when you have 241 horsepower and responsive handling at your disposal. The GTI's compact size navigates city traffic easily while its performance capabilities make highway merging...

2025 Volkswagen Taos: The Compact SUV That Handles Orillia's Tight Downtown Streets and Long Highway Drives
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2025 Volkswagen Taos: The Compact SUV That Handles Orillia's Tight Downtown Streets and Long Highway Drives

Finding a vehicle that works equally well navigating Orillia's downtown core and cruising Highway 11 to Toronto can be tricky. The 2025 Volkswagen Taos addresses this challenge with compact dimensions that make city parking manageable while offering the comfort and efficiency needed for longer drives through Muskoka. At 4,467 mm long and 2,097 mm wide, the Taos fits into tight spaces around...

Best SUVs for Cottage Country: Why Muskoka Families Choose the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan
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Best SUVs for Cottage Country: Why Muskoka Families Choose the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan

June means one thing in Ontario cottage country – it's time to head north to Muskoka. Whether your family cottage sits on Lake Joseph, Rosseau, or one of the region's 1,600 lakes, the journey from Orillia brings unique driving challenges. Gravel access roads, steep boat launches, and fully-loaded cargo needs require more than your average family SUV. The all-new 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan answers...

2025 VW Atlas vs. Tiguan: Towing Capacity and Cargo Space Compared for Ontario Adventures
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2025 VW Atlas vs. Tiguan: Towing Capacity and Cargo Space Compared for Ontario Adventures

Choosing between the 2025 Volkswagen Atlas and Tiguan often comes down to one crucial question: how much capability does your family actually need? Both SUVs offer 4MOTION all-wheel drive and German engineering, but they serve different purposes for Ontario families. Understanding the real-world differences in towing capacity and cargo space helps you make the right decision for your...

Fall 2025 Launch Set for All-New 2026 Volkswagen Tiguan Turbo: What You Need to Know
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Fall 2025 Launch Set for All-New 2026 Volkswagen Tiguan Turbo: What You Need to Know

The 2026 Tiguan Turbo arrives this fall with 268 horsepower. This is Volkswagen's most powerful compact SUV ever made. The new engine produces 67 more horsepower than regular Tiguan models. You get real performance with everyday usefulness. The Turbo works well for families who want more power. Standard all-wheel drive helps in snow and rain. Power You Can Feel Every Day The 2.0-litre engine...

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