You have a responsibility as a driver out on the open roads to make sure you don’t end up endangering yourself or others. One situation that you ought to be prepared for is the very real likelihood that you will hydroplane at some point in time.

When you're buying a vehicle, you might look at the price tag at the dealership to help you determine whether or not it's the vehicle that you want. But you should also look at how much it's going to cost you to own and maintain the vehicle. Some cars get better gas mileage than others, and over the time that you have the vehicle, you can pay hundreds or even thousands more in gas if you choose a model that guzzles gasoline. 

Has the Volkswagen Arteon caught your attention in Crystal Lake? The Arteon is an all-new fastback that's packed with features and has a trendy and functional design. We like to help our shoppers learn about our vehicles at Volkswagen of Crystal Lake, so you can check out a couple of exterior features of the all-new Arteon below.

At Volkswagen of Crystal Lake, the people on our team are always searching for cars that embrace versatility. That's why we're proud to have the Volkswagen Jetta on our lot. With its sleek design, this popular compact sedan is a true go-anywhere car.

Getting your car in tip-top shape as far as its cleanliness means looking for some quick solutions that can get it done now. Most people just don’t like to wait around very long before they get the clean ride that they have been itching for all this time.

Purchasing a vehicle is one of the largest expenditures that people make in their life, and Volkswagen of Crystal Lake wants to make sure that you are informed about your budget and ability to finance as you start shopping. If you know that your credit score is standing in the way of you and a new car, here are a few steps you can take to boost your score.

If you hear squealing coming from your brakes, do you know what to do? In most cases, this means that your brake pads and rotors have worn down. Metal is now rubbing against metal and causing a terrible grinding sound that comes out like a squeal. When your car starts, your brake light should come on for a second, then disappear. 

Spring is one of our favorite times of the year at Volkswagen of Crystal Lake. The arrival of warmer temperatures also brings its own care challenges. Just like in winter, there are special car care tips for springtime.

Families need vehicles that have a lot of room in them. You can get a vehicle that gives you a lot of room to be comfortable with the 2019 Volkswagen Atlas. There has been a lot of thought and work going out towards the family when it comes to making sure that everyone is going to be satisfied.

One of the most important steps you need to take to ensure that your fully ready to drive in the winter is to ensure your vehicle has proper tires. There are a trio of different types of winter tires to select from when the cold months arrive

Studded tires are designed to provide optimal traction for the worst driving conditions. These tires have studs designed into the treat for firmer connection to terrain when motoring in snow and ice. Studdless tires are a variation on the theme. They are tries that do provide solid traction in snow and ice, but…