Car manufacturer Volkswagen is going to be likely to need car spares as it is presenting five teams at the 31st Dakar Rally.

This year the brand celebrated being responsible for the first diesel-powered motor to win the Dakar with its Race Touareg TDI, which boasts a 2.5-litre engine.

Volkswagen’s model was said to celebrate "ten out of a possible 13 stage wins on the way to clinching a famous one-two victory".

The 9,000 kilometres course – which can also reach altitudes over 4,700 metres above sea-level – sees contenders naviagate across the Andes, starting off in Buenos Aires.

Other locations on the route will see participants travel through the Atacama desert in the north of Chile before making their return home.

Next year’s event will kick things off in Argentina on January 1st.

Volkswagen developed its first motor concept back in 1934.

The company states it is proud to be the producer of what it terms as the legendary Beetle and modern-day masterpiece the Golf.

Volkswagen’s safety-focused car parts set a benchmark for the automotive industry, it has been claimed.

The manufacturer stated it offers customers some of the highest levels of protection available.

It pointed out six of its current models have been awarded the maximum five-star safety rating by Euro Ncap – the Touareg, Passat, Touran, Tiguan, Golf and Polo.

The group added the crash tests conducted by this industry body include conditions more stringent than those set out in EU law.

It suggested its success in this area is down to systems like the Electronic Stabilisation Programme that features in all its autos, not just those in the luxury class.

Spokesman Dr Ulrich Hackenberg highlighted the fact the new Polo, Golf and Tiguan recently achieved their maximum ratings after the Euro Ncap requirements were made even tougher.

He stated: "We are very proud of this because safety has a long tradition at Volkswagen and will also be a guide for the development of new models in the future."

Meanwhile, the manufacturer recently announced the latest Polo is available from £99 a month to people purchasing the car before the end of the year.

New Volkswagen car parts that feature on the latest Golf Estate give the model a "sharper, sportier look", it has been claimed.

The manufacturer pointed out the auto takes its main styling cues from the hatchback version of the vehicle, including modified tail lights, innovative wheel designs and revised front and rear bumpers.

Inside, the car also features new upholstery and an updated dashboard.

Available in three trim levels – S, SE and Sportline – the model is priced from £16,380 to £22,580.

There are also BlueMotion Technology versions of each of the trio of vehicles, which offer lower CO2 emissions than the standard editions.

Buyers can order the auto immediately and the first examples of the model are due to arrive in UK showrooms on November 6th.

In other news, Volkswagen recently enjoyed success at the What Car? used motor of the year awards, when the Passat was named the overall winner.

A Volkswagen model has been praised for offering "faultless stability" when it comes to pulling a heavy load.

The new sixth-generation Golf has taken the overall title at the 2010 Caravan Club Towcar of the Year honours.

Judges revealed they had been particularly impressed with the auto’s "agile handling", which allows it to tackle the most demanding routes while pulling a mobile home.

They stated the SE 2.0-litre TDI 140 PS edition of the vehicle is a worthy winner.

Panel member Barry Williams commented: "After 26 million sales and over 34 years, the company has produced a car that is the quietest and safest yet."

Volkswagen said it was delighted to drive away with the accolade, as a significant number of motorists in the UK own and tow caravans on a regular basis.

The group added it intended to make the most of the "fantastic commercial opportunity" presented by the honour.

Meanwhile, the Skoda Superb was triumphant in the under-1,800 kg class.

A number of innovative Volkswagen car parts have made the latest Golf Plus BlueMotion more efficient than ever, it has been claimed.

The manufacturer said equipping the vehicle with its new 1.6-litre TDI 105 PS engine is one of the ways it has managed to reduce the auto’s impact on the environment and improve its fuel economy.

In addition to this unit, the car also features updated ratios between third and fifth gear, regenerative braking, a start/stop system and low rolling resistance tyres.

Volkswagen explained all these amendments have helped to cut CO2 emissions from 127 g/km to 114 g/km and improve fuel economy from 58.9 mpg to 65.7 mpg.

Prices for the new model start at £17,570 and go up to £18,920.

In other news, Volkswagen recently revealed the next-generation Polo is available to order, with first deliveries scheduled for October.

This model is also said to be more efficient than its predecessor.

A number of innovative Volkswagen car parts have made the latest Golf Plus BlueMotion more efficient than ever, it has been claimed.

The manufacturer said equipping the vehicle with its new 1.6-litre TDI 105 PS engine is one of the ways it has managed to reduce the auto’s impact on the environment and improve its fuel economy.

In addition to this unit, the car also features updated ratios between third and fifth gear, regenerative braking, a start/stop system and low rolling resistance tyres.

Volkswagen explained all these amendments have helped to cut CO2 emissions from 127 g/km to 114 g/km and improve fuel economy from 58.9 mpg to 65.7 mpg.

Prices for the new model start at £17,570 and go up to £18,920.

In other news, Volkswagen recently revealed the next-generation Polo is available to order, with first deliveries scheduled for October.

This model is also said to be more efficient than its predecessor.

Motorists who regularly buy Volkswagen car parts because they appreciate the pleasure provided by a vehicle performing at its best may back one snooker player’s latest venture.

Ronnie O’Sullivan is due to turn his attention to the track this weekend as he participates in the VW Racing Cup.

Commenting on his latest leisure activity, the three-time World Snooker Champion stated: "Doing a ball sport as a hobby just reminds me of what I do for a living."

He added: "I love cars and I love driving."

The 33-year-old is to get behind the wheel of a 2-litre turbocharged Jetta at the Silverstone event, capable of 130 mph.

Appropriately, the number on the auto will be 147.

Meanwhile, drivers with their own vehicles from the German manufacturer may find they can improve the performance of their motors by purchasing and fitting Volkswagen car spares bought online.

A new engine or gearbox could breathe fresh life into an ageing auto.

Motorists who regularly buy Volkswagen car parts because they appreciate the pleasure provided by a vehicle performing at its best may back one snooker player’s latest venture.

Ronnie O’Sullivan is due to turn his attention to the track this weekend as he participates in the VW Racing Cup.

Commenting on his latest leisure activity, the three-time World Snooker Champion stated: "Doing a ball sport as a hobby just reminds me of what I do for a living."

He added: "I love cars and I love driving."

The 33-year-old is to get behind the wheel of a 2-litre turbocharged Jetta at the Silverstone event, capable of 130 mph.

Appropriately, the number on the auto will be 147.

Meanwhile, drivers with their own vehicles from the German manufacturer may find they can improve the performance of their motors by purchasing and fitting Volkswagen car spares bought online.

A new engine or gearbox could breathe fresh life into an ageing auto.

The quality of Volkswagen car parts may have contributed to the manufacturer’s success at a recent awards ceremony.

At this year’s Auto Express honours, the company claimed two accolades for its Golf range.

The first went to the GTI edition of the model, which was named Best Hot Hatch.

Meanwhile, the second saw the original Golf drive away with the title of Best Compact Family Car.

Commenting on the first of these models, Auto Express said it was ideal for trips to the countryside, long journeys on the motorway and commuting in busy urban areas.

It stated: "All of this combines to make the latest Golf GTI one of the most desirable real world cars on the planet – and a worthy winner of our hot hatch prize."

Last month, the company announced it was increasing its Touran range with the addition of the Match version of the MPV – a move which could create more potential Volkswagen car parts buyers.

People who find buying cheap car spares online helps them save cash may agree that a new model from Volkswagen is also a cost-effective choice.

The Touran Match costs £500 more than the SE edition of the MPV, but comes with an extra £1,600 worth of standard equipment.

As a result – in addition to features like cruise control, semi-automatic air conditioning and curtain airbags – the auto also includes a satnav system, smoked lens covers for the lights, a multifunction steering wheel and 16-inch alloys.

Buyers can choose between diesel and petrol versions of the car, which is available to order immediately.

However, people who are not in the market for a new vehicle at the moment may find there are ways they can keep their current auto – which they bought from the manufacturer – running smoothly.

By replacing worn parts with Volkswagen car spares purchased online, drivers may be able to keep their motor on the road for many years to come.