It’s Oktoberfest (cue Lenny Kravitz) and scandal time at Volkswagen, where the fine precision engineering we’ve come to associate with the German car company, was used to trick the EPA. Eleven million diesel cars were equipped with sophisticated computer programs enabling them to pass EPA tests, while blowing noxious, choking fumes as usual, in regular driving conditions. This was not fair at all, for those of us who fancy ourselves to be race drivers and resent that our peak performance is hampered by clean air gadgets .I can corner at 50 on the 15 MPH cul-de-sac, it’s life in the fast lane!
All of the top Volkswagen people are jumping ship in anticipation of billions of dollars in fines and most of all – criminal charges! Volkswagen wants you to know how sorry they are (that their brand has suffered). Here, a representative apologizes at an unveiling for the new Passat, followed by “And now, here’s Lenny Kravitz!” As John points out, “and now Lennie Kravitz does not scream sober contrition, it screams,”we asked Bon Jovi and he said no. ”
Last Week Tonight may have taken some liberties with the following ad for the new Jetta…Or, VW may be leading customers astray with inflated promises. You be the judge.
The Passat ad describes a luxurious interior made from the rarest of materials on the planet. Gold is used for working parts, but this is only the beginning. Immortality (yours) is a nice extra, but wait until you see the satisfaction guarantee! It too is unique – among cars. Volkswagen hints that you’ll be feeling that old Fargegnugen like never before. Hint: Keep a cigarette in the glove box.
“Volkswagen…Hitler Trusted Us, Why Won’t You?”