Protect your paintwork from Volcanic Ash

As we're all aware, the travel conditions thanks to the volcanic ash spreading from Iceland are finally starting the improve.

However, the ash can still cause damage to your cars paintwork without you even knowing.

Autoglym, one of the leading manufacturers of car valeting products, has made some recommendations to keep your car looking its best. 

• Volcanic ash is extremely abrasive, so to combat this make sure to thoroughly soak the car to loosen any deposits on the paint surface.
• Continue to keep the car wet while you sponge the surface
• Use an appropriate bodywork shampoo to counteract the acidic nature of the ash and pay particular attention to your wiper blades as build ups of the ash can scratch your windscreen.
• Regularly changing the water you use will stop ash being constantly applied to the clean bodywork.
• Rinse thoroughly using fresh water and dry fully using a microfibre towel or synthetic chamois.
• Wax the surface to provide an extra layer of protection.

Autoglym finally recommends you wash your car frequently while the ash cloud still spreads to keep deposits to a minimum and your car looking as good as new.


Pulman Volkswagen is an official supplier of the Autoglym range of products, including a comprehensive protection pack, which can be obtained directly from our parts department.
Autoglym and the Autoglym logo are copyright Autoglym - www.autoglym.com

New look for Touran revealed

The latest edition of the Touran has been unveiled at the Leipzig motor show. The new Touran follows the standards set by the New Golf and Polo. The new Touran will also receive a range of new, efficient engines and also a new technology called Dynamic Light Assist which helps to control the headlights so as to avoid dazzling other road users without compromising on visibility.

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Volkswagen News from the Geneva Motorshow

With the Geneva Motorshow in full swing at present, Volkswagen is keen to push the latest additions and updates to the range.

Click read more below to find out what models were on display at Geneva!

The New Sharan

Updated with new looks, a new high quality interior, and rear sliding doors for extra accessibility.

The New Amarok

Tested to the limit by supporting the Dakar Rally, soon to be available as part of Volkswagen Commerical Vehicles.

The New CrossPolo (Polo Dune in the UK)

The rugged Polo makes a comeback with a new style.

The New Golf Plus Cross

The Polo's bigger brother, rugged look with extra features.

The New Touareg

The class leading 4x4 updated with a new look, new features, more refinement and more efficient engines. Look out for the hybrid version coming soon!

All these new models will soon be parking up in the Pulman Volkswagen showroom.

Polo GTI Unvealed ahead of Geneva Motorshow

Photos have been released of the new Polo GTI ahead of the Geneva motor show. The new Polo GTI will be launched in August at Pulman Volkswagen, but you can get your order in soon for this latest hot hatch!

Click the "read more" link below to see more photos of the new Polo GTI!

The New Polo

Government Extends Scrappage Scheme

The UK's scrappage scheme will be extended until the end of March, the government has confirmed.

The government had previously set aside £400 million towards the scheme and it was due to run when all the money had been spent or at the end of February, whichever came first.

However not all the scrappage money will be spent by the end of February. In order to stop it remaining unspent, the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills (BIS) has moved the deadline by 30 days, to the end of March 2010.

Lord Mandelson, the Business Secretary, said: “Against the background of the economic downturn the scrappage scheme has proved a great success, driving UK car sales, protecting jobs and supporting the supply chain for car manufacture at a time when this sector needed it most.

“If you’re considering buying a new car, you should place your order as soon as possible to avoid disappointment, because the budget is strictly limited.”

Golf tops NCAP Safety League

The new Golf has topped the Euro NCAP safety tests, nudging two hybrids – Honda’s Insight and Toyota’s Prius – into second and third places.

Euro NCAP tested 33 models in 2009. The new Golf was awarded five stars overall and achieved the highest rating to date for adult occupant protection by scoring a near-perfect 97 per cent.

To achieve the overall rating, each car is put through four crash tests and a component test. It is then assessed by an inspector who considers test results and the safety equipment and features of the car.

Top seven cars tested by Euro NCAP

• 1. Volkswagen Golf
• 2. Honda Insight
• 3. Toyota Prius
• 4. Hyundai i20
• 5. Toyota Avensis
• 5. Volvo XC60
• 5. Opel/Vauxhall Astra

Visit our website for more information and special offers on the the new Volkswagen Golf.