Volkswagen’s US subsidiary has been awarded the title of ‘most environmentally friendly automaker’ according to J.D. Power and Associates’ just-released, 2006 “Alternative Powertrain Study,” which includes the Automotive Environmental Index. Three Volkswagen models were studied – the Golf, Jetta and New Beetle.
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The study combines US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) data with voice-of-the-customer information to scrutinize 37 automotive brands relative to a range of environmental factors, including fuel economy, emissions and air quality. The vehicles are then ranked to determine an Automotive Environmental Index (AEI), with Volkswagen topping the list as the product leader in environmental performance.
Dr Wolfgang Bernhard, chairman of the Volkswagen brand said: “The ‘Alternative Powertrain Study’ is testament to our intensive and global commitment in the area of economic engines. And this innovative strength continues to have an impact, via our range of TDI vehicles. No other manufacturer has sold more diesel cars in the United States and that upward trend continues.”
The J.D. Power and Associates study also recognizes Volkswagen and its products as strong performers in the diesel arena. Volkswagen is the leading manufacturer of diesel cars in the United States, including the new Touareg V10 TDI – the first turbodiesel SUV in America with a particle filter, and the Jetta TDI, the industry’s top selling diesel vehicle.
