Volkswagen returns to FOM this weekend

Volkswagen returns to the Festival of Motoring after a 5-year hiatus, which was also punctuated by COVID-19. The 2024 Festival of Motoring is taking place at Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit from 30 August - 1 September 2024.

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“Volkswagen is excited to be back at Festival of Motoring to showcase its latest model range and to thrill its customers and visitors with fun-filled family activities. The show presents our brand with the opportunity to introduce our customers to our new T-Cross, which will be launched at the show, and the refreshed Polo Vivo, which will start retailing in September,” says Niels Wichmann, Head of the Volkswagen Passenger Cars Brand.

Visitors to the Volkswagen stand will be offered a chance to get on the track, feel the thrill of the new Volkswagen cars. Volkswagen Motorsport drivers will give visitors exhilarating rides in a Super Cup racing Polo.

The other cars on display will be the new ID.4, new Tiguan (launching in September) and the new Touareg.

An array of family-friendly activities, including simulator competitions, kids' sand art fun and Volkswagen merchandise will be on offer for visitors to the Volkswagen stand.

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles will be in the 4x4 Village displaying the ID. Buzz (long-wheel base), Crafter and Amarok.

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