2024 Volkswagen Taos Assists Drivers and Helps Reduce Stress

In today's fast-paced world, finding moments of peace and tranquility can feel like a luxury. From hectic work schedules to family responsibilities, stress seems to be an unavoidable part of modern life. However, with the right tools and mindset, it's possible to alleviate some of that stress and find moments of calm amidst the chaos. Enter the 2024 Volkswagen Taos, a compact SUV designed not just for getting you from point A to point B, but also for helping you unwind along the way. To make inroads toward reducing stress in your daily life, consider these five ways the VW Taos can help.

Relaxing Interior | Adaptive Cruise Control

One of the keys to reducing stress while driving is to create a comfortable and inviting environment. The 2024 Taos offers a spacious cabin with ample legroom and supportive seats, ensuring that both the driver and passengers can relax during long journeys. Whether you're stuck in traffic or embarking on a road trip, the Taos provides a sanctuary away from the hustle and bustle of the outside world. For extended journeys, the Travel Assist advanced driver assistance feature combines Adaptive Cruise Control and Lane Assist to provide semi-automated driving capability. Adaptive Cruise Control automatically adjusts the vehicle's speed to maintain a safe distance from the vehicle ahead, while Lane Assist helps keep the vehicle centered within its lane by providing gentle steering interventions if it detects unintentional drifting. The particularly useful combined system helps the driver with steering, acceleration, and braking within certain conditions and also enhances comfort and safety on longer drives by reducing driver fatigue.

Advanced Assistance | Front Assist

Safety is paramount when it comes to reducing stress on the road, and the Taos comes equipped with a host of advanced driver assistance features to help you navigate with confidence. In addition to the adaptive cruise control to lane-keeping assist, these technologies work seamlessly to mitigate the risk of accidents and alleviate the anxiety often associated with driving in busy traffic or unfamiliar surroundings. The Front Assist collision avoidance system monitors the road ahead for potential collisions with vehicles or pedestrians. If it detects an imminent collision, it can warn the driver and, in some cases, apply emergency braking to mitigate or avoid an impact thus helping to prevent accidents and reduce the severity of collisions.

Peaceful Ride | Emergency Assist

The 2024 Taos boasts impressive refinement with a quiet and smooth ride that allows you to glide effortlessly along the road. Engineered with precision and attention to detail, this compact SUV minimizes noise and vibration, creating a serene atmosphere for both driver and passengers. Whether you're running errands around town or embarking on a weekend getaway, the Taos ensures that every journey is a relaxing experience. The Emergency Assist safety feature is designed to intervene if the driver becomes incapacitated or unable to operate the vehicle. It can detect if the driver is unresponsive and initiate controlled braking to bring the vehicle to a stop safely thus adding an extra layer of protection in critical situations.

Integrated Technology | Blind Spot Monitor

In today's connected world, staying in touch with friends and family is essential for maintaining a sense of balance and well-being. The Taos features cutting-edge connectivity features, including Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, allowing you to seamlessly integrate your smartphone with the vehicle's infotainment system. Whether you're streaming your favorite music or making hands-free calls, these features help you stay connected while keeping your focus on the road ahead. The Active Blind Spot Monitor alerts the driver if there is a vehicle in their blind spot while changing lanes. It uses sensors to monitor the area around the vehicle and provides visual or audible warnings if it detects a potential collision risk. Active Blind Spot Monitor enhances safety by helping drivers avoid dangerous lane-changing maneuvers.

Versatile Cargo Space | Rear Traffic Alert

Clutter and disorganization can contribute to feelings of stress and overwhelm, especially when it comes to managing belongings during travel. The Taos offers versatile cargo space with ample room for groceries, luggage, sports equipment, and more. With its 60/40-split folding rear seats, you can easily configure the interior to accommodate larger items, ensuring that you have everything you need for your journey without sacrificing comfort or convenience. The convenient Rear Traffic Alert provides additional assistance when reversing out of parking spaces or driveways by using sensors to detect vehicles approaching from the side and alerting the driver to any potential hazards. This feature is especially useful in crowded parking lots or areas with limited visibility.

The 2024 Volkswagen Taos is more than just a mode of transportation—it's a sanctuary on wheels designed to help you find moments of peace and tranquility in your daily life. With its spacious and comfortable interior, advanced driver assistance features, quiet and smooth ride, connectivity and entertainment options, and versatile cargo space, the Taos is equipped to handle whatever life throws your way while helping you reduce stress along the journey.

Over the past 75 years, Volkswagen has grown from a tale of two Beetles into a part of America's cultural fabric. We carry people in our name and our heart. As we look forward to the next 75, we will celebrate the real people and real-life moments that have made Volkswagen brand the people's love story it is today.

Rachael Zaluzec, Senior Vice President of Customer Experience & Brand Marketing, Volkswagen of America

In the News

Source: Volkswagen | 75 years ago, two Volkswagen Type 1 vehicles landed on the shores of New York, marking the first attempt to sell the vehicle, better known today as the Beetle, to Americans. Seventy-five years later, the iconic automaker is celebrating its humble beginnings, recognizing those who have woven the brand into the cultural fabric of the U.S. and setting the stage for the next era in its continued transformation. To celebrate the momentous anniversary, today, the brand is announcing a year-long holistic campaign that will serve as a love letter to the American people, and an invitation to be part of Volkswagen's electric future. ... In 1949, Dutch businessman Ben Pon arrived in New York with two Volkswagen Type 1 vehicles. While Pon struggled initially to sell the cars, Americans soon warmed to the charms of the Beetle. Volkswagen of America was established in 1955 to organize dealers and provide parts and service. In 1959, the brand ran its first iconic Think Small ad touting the benefits of the air-cooled, easy-to-maintain Beetle. From the Beetle and the Bus, through the Rabbit, Jetta and GTI, and to the Tiguan and Atlas, Volkswagen has always maintained its status as the people's car—delivering not just great value in transportation, but fun-to-drive cars with a unique style.

Specifications

Engine: CONTENT horsepower 1.5L TSI DOHC turbo 4-cylinder
Wheels: 19" alloy
Sound: BeatsAudio premium sound system
Touchscreen: Discover Media 8" navigation
Color: Kings Red Metallic
Fuel: 24/32/27 (mpg city/highway/combined)
MSRP (starts): $23,995
MSRP (shown): $35,260

Learn More

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Volkswagen | Taos

About Volkswagen

Volkswagen of America, Inc. is an operating unit of Volkswagen Group of America, which is a subsidiary of Volkswagen AG. Headquartered in Herndon, Virginia, Volkswagen Group of America's operations in the United States include research and development, parts and vehicle processing, parts distribution centers, sales, marketing and service offices, financial service centers, and a state-of-the-art assembly facility in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The Volkswagen Group is one of the world's largest producers of passenger cars and Europe's largest automaker. Volkswagen sells the Arteon, Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport, Golf, Golf GTI, ID.4, Jetta, Jetta GLI, Passat, and Tiguan vehicles through more than 600 independent U.S. dealers. Visit Volkswagen online at www.vw.com to learn more.