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…

Getting stuck in the snow can be a scary experience indeed. Although there are lots of ways for Crystal Lake drivers to avoid being stranded by the roadside in severe weather, it always pays to be prepared for the worst. At Volkswagen Of Crystal Lake, we're committed to sharing information that can help motorists stay safe all winter long.

Keep A Stash Of Winter Essentials In Your Trunk

When the roads are icy, emergency roadside assistance can take a while to arrive. This makes it best to have a few jackets, blankets, and other cold-weather items stowed in the…

Powered by a turbocharged engine, the Volkswagen Golf is a small hatchback that's suitable for an urban lifestyle in Crystal Lake, IL. Volkswagen of Crystal Lake will explain how this compact German vehicle provides accident-mitigation assistance on highways and single-lane roads. 

Volkswagen has created a new flastback which is on the fast track to be a true industry leader. The Volkswagen Arteon is demonstrating what it means to be a premium sedan, becoming ever more popular on the streets of Crystal Lake and elsewhere. An overview of the Volkswagen Arteon underscores why it is consistently garnering high marks.

The interior of the Volkswagen Arteon is stylish and comfortable. The interior of the Volkswagen Arteon comes complete with a ventilated and massaging driver’s seat. 

The Volkswagen Jetta is a popular compact sedan that we have in stock here on our lot at Volkswagen Of Crystal Lake, so today we would have chosen and would like to discuss a couple of its best design features in order to introduce you to this sporty, sleek, and stylish vehicle.

An Available Panoramic Sunroof

Bring more natural light in while you drive with this available panoramic power sunroof, which tilts and slides to your specifications all with the simple push of a button.

Available Two-Tone V-Tex Leatherette Seats

​Comfort and style come together in the middle to complete…

Many Crystal Lake drivers love tooling around town with their feline or canine companions in tow. Pets make excellent friends, and most motorists choose their cars with these special family members in mind. At Volkswagen Of Crystal Lake, one of our top goals is to help pet owners maximize and protect their automotive investments by sharing the top preventative strategies for limiting build-ups of pet hair and other pet-related damages. With the right strategies, the interior of your vehicle can continue looking and smelling its very best

Most of the car owners have been in this scenario where no matter how much effort they put, they never get rid of bad smells from their cars. This becomes even more difficult when the car interior has been exposed to smoke.

Here are some of the secrets you can implement to get rid of the bad smell in your car in a natural way.

• Take the trash out - the first step to have a pleasant scent in your car is by removing the odor-causing problems. These may include spilled foods, tobacco butts, tobacco ash, among others.
• Clear car ventilation…