Bad timing for VW review

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  1. bwilson4web

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    So this evening, I was reading my usual sources and came across: First Drive: 2016 Volkswagen Passat | TheDetroitBureau.com

    Published November 16, I thought 'Well that is curious just Monday before the Wednesday embargo on the 2016 ends. How did they do that?'

    Well it turns out this was just a refresh and VW was trying to draw attention to the good news of the Passat: The 2016 Volkswagen Passat Fixes The Old Passat's Biggest Flaw, But That's About It

    Published October 26, David Tracy the reporter had a little fun at VW's expense. It was also the most professional write-up giving a good description of the updated Passat. The sad thing is VW dealers can not get enough Passats that are barely keeping the lights on.

    So I don't think today's article was planned by VW. This close to the 2016 Prius embargo, it would be a publicity defeating device.

    Bob Wilson