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With over 35 million vehicles purchased since 1974, the Golf continues to be Volkswagen's best selling vehicle. With the reveal of the new generation nearing, everyone is anxious to find out more. Here's what you need to know about changes to the VW Golf. More Digitization Than Ever Before Golf lovers can rest easy knowing that Volkswagen is promising to keep all the features you have come to love about this compact vehicle. You will enjoy more digitization inside the cabin including an advanced infotainment system and the latest in digital instrument clusters. In addition, touch-screen integrations will replace physical knobs and buttons for features including headlights and climate control. We are still waiting to see if the VW Golf will feature the same gigantic display currently found in the Touareg. More Cabin Space The new Golf features a wheelbase that is slightly longer and tracks that are noticeably wider, both of which translate into a more spacious interior cabin. In addition, you will gain more cargo room in the trunk as well. All this while the overall weight of the vehicle is set to decrease by close to 110 pounds. We are as excited for the release of the new VW Golf as our customers. With production set to start in June, the wait shouldn't be much longer before this compact vehicle is available for dealerships to begin offering to drivers. In the meantime, stop into Archer Volkswagen and explore our inventory of Volkswagen vehicles and schedule a test drive today.

Chicken and waffles, a wonderful soul food made with rich, delicious flavors, is all over Houston. The challenge is to find where you get the best version. Whether you prefer a traditional version or a more modern and innovative dish, check out these Houston restaurants for your chicken and waffles fix. The Waffle Bus The Waffle Bus is a Houston food truck that moves around the Houston area. The menu includes delicious buttermilk fried chicken and waffles served in a variety of ways. You can get the traditional chicken and waffles and top it with either a spicy mayo or ancho chili honey butter. You can also go for the chicken and thunder fries — buttermilk fried chicken bites on top of seasoned waffle fries. The chicken Fryders features four mini fried chicken sandwiches served with waffle fries. Jupiter Pizza & Waffle Once you've tried the chicken and waffles at Jupiter Pizza & Waffle, you won't want anything else on the menu. The "morning belle" features fried chicken breast, two poached eggs, applewood smoked bacon, and country gravy, all on top of a waffle. The "southern belle" places fried chicken on a waffle and tops it with homemade maple cream. You can also try the "sure-e," with grilled chimichurri chicken breast, sweet plantains, Fontina cheese, and tomato slices served on a fluffy waffle. Try one of these places in the Houston area when you need a chicken and waffles fix. You can satisfy both your sweet and savory craving in one bite. Image via Flickr by snowpea&bokshoi

Getting your driver's license is an exciting experience, but it's also a huge responsibility. Each state has different laws and a different process for getting licensed, but you can use the same strategies to pass the test no matter where you live. Here are some tips for passing your driving exam the first time. Practice, Practice, Practice Just like any test, it's important to go in prepared. The best way you can prepare for a driving test is to spend time behind the wheel. The written test is a big part of the process, but to be a good driver, you have to spend time driving. It's also important to drive in all types of weather conditions. Go out in the snow, rain, and even wind to prepare for anything. Choose the Right Car The car that you take to your driving test can make the difference between passing and failing. Make sure it has good visibility and small blind spots, and choose a smaller vehicle if you can. It's also important to practice in the car you take to your test so that you are familiar with it. Drive in the Area of Your Test If you can familiarize yourself with the roads near where you'll take your test, it can make a big difference. You'll feel more comfortable driving if you know your surroundings. That knowledge will help you stay relaxed so that you are more likely to pass the test. Practice and preparation is key to passing your driving test the first time you take it. These tips can help you get your driver's license on the first try. Image via Flickr by Janitors

A night out on the town can often mean dancing but choosing a club can be a challenge. Houston's club scene offers a wide range of music and atmospheres. The following are three of the hottest dance clubs in the area. Gravity Gravity is one of the few clubs in Houston that plays techno music. It has a huge dance floor, and there is also a large outdoor patio if you need to get some fresh air. Gravity uses the latest technology for their sound system, and the staff brings in some of the best international DJs to play EDM music. Club Tropicana Depending on the night, Club Tropicana has a live band or a talented DJ. If you like Latin music and Salsa dancing, then this is the club for you. If you don't know how to Salsa, check Club Tropicana's social media sites to find out what nights they offer free salsa lessons, and learn some moves before hitting the dance floor. Barbarella Houston Head to Barbarella for the ultimate dance party. Two DJ's own this dance club, and they always plays ‘80s music on Saturdays, Thursday is 90s night, and if you go on Tuesday, you can dance to pop-funk. The focus at Barbarella is on Indie music so don't expect to hear any top 40 or traditional techno here. These are just a few of the dance clubs in Houston. Check out one or more on your next night out. Image via Flickr by Steam Pipe Trunk Distribution Venue

The iconic Volkswagen Rabbit is back. This fun car originally arrived in 1983 with red plaid seats and a gearshift knob. It became one of the first stylish hatchbacks and drivers loved it. Volkswagen only plans on producing 3,000 special edition 2019 Golf GTI Rabbit vehicles. Here are some reasons you'll want one. Exterior Appeal The 2019 Golf GTI Rabbit comes with black painted mirror caps, a rear gloss black GTI Rabbit Edition spoiler, and red brake calipers. It showcases 18-inch alloy wheels with gloss black paint. The GTI Rabbit has automatic LED headlights and taillights, in addition to fog lights with a low-speed corner-illuminating feature. Safety Features The 2019 GTI Rabbit's advanced safety features incorporate a rear-view camera system, active blind spot monitor, rear traffic alert, and front assist with pedestrian monitoring. It also features autonomous emergency braking. The special edition offers convenience with keyless access alongside push-button start. Interior Highlights Inside the GTI Rabbit, you'll sit on bucket-style seats up front alongside large side bolsters. Volkswagen covered the seats in Clark Plaid cloth, giving a nod to the original Rabbit. The interior ambient lighting embraces illuminated door sills in red. Volkswagen added red-stitched floor mats and special rabbit badges on the tailgate and seatbacks. It has been a long time since we saw a Volkswagen Rabbit, but the wait was well worth it. Come see and test drive a 2019 Golf GTI Rabbit, today!

Houston is responsible for playing a large part in space exploration. It is home to the Johnson Space Center's Mission Control Center, which supports ongoing missions related to the International Space Station. Additionally, an astronaut training facility is in the city. The following are some fascinating attractions for space lovers. Space Center Houston Space Center Houston is a complex that includes several attractions. Visitors can see over 400 different space artifacts, like one of the world's largest collection of lunar rocks, or you can hop on a tram for a tour of the Mission Control Center, Rocket Park, and Blast-Off! Theater. Johnson Space Center Johnson Space Center offers a four-hour guided tour that provides visitors with a behind-the-scenes look at how astronauts train. Space lovers can see how the Mission Control Center communicates with the International Space Station. Guests can visit the Orion Mission Control room and walk around the Space Vehicle Mockup Facility where engineers create space exploration vehicles. Space Shuttle Independence Space Shuttle Independence is an experience like nothing else. Visitors can enter the shuttle replica that sits on an original shuttle carrier aircraft (SCA) and explore the inside. This is the only shuttle mounted on an SCA that is open to the public. Tourists may take an elevator to the top of Independence Plaza to the flight deck, and then head down to the living area on the mid-deck. Space Center Houston and the Johnson Space Center combine several must-see attractions for space lovers. Image via Flickr by Neuwieser

Just like any metropolitan area, the highways around Houston can get busy, and if there is an accident on the highway, traffic can sometimes come to a stop. Here are some tips for beating the traffic in Houston so you arrive on time. Use Waze Waze is a great app you can put on your phone that will provide you with the best route to your destination. It will reroute you if there is slow traffic down the road, and if you plan ahead, you can look at other possible routes and estimate their different drive times. Use Waze to help determine the best time to leave, and always add some extra time in case you run into any problems along the way. Plan Lots of Extra Time Houston is huge. It covers over 8,700 square miles, so you need to leave extra time to get to your destination. If you already have an idea of how long it will take you to get where you're going, add at least half an hour to your drive time to be safe. Also, keep in mind that GPS drive times do not account for sitting at traffic lights, and Houston's side streets have lots of them. Leave extra time for red lights. The traffic in Houston can be tricky, but remember that even though drivers might be impatient and aggressive, but they are also friendly. You can still count on Southern hospitality to rule the Houston roads. Image via Flickr by moflytier

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