Boston Volkswagen

It's easy to get big-headed and over-ambitious when you're sitting towards the top of the stack. But for Volkswagen, moving up two rungs of the latter and achieving automotive world domination isn't just a bold idea; it's a legitimate company goal. For those in the Boston area who haven't been tuned in to all the VW buzzy, the motivated automaker plans to surpass the likes of GM and Toyota by 2018 and win over the number one spot.

Back in grade school when a teacher made a test harder, everyone groaned. Today, the National Highway and Safety Administration (NHTSA) cracked down on its testing as well...but we at Boston Volkswagen couldn't be more pleased. That's because when it comes to safety, you can never raise the standards too high. What's more, like a straight-A student, the 2012 Volkswagen Passat passed with flying colors.