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If you want a great price for a great vehicle, choosing a certified pre-owned Volkswagen is a great option for you. If you're unfamiliar with the world of certified pre-owned vehicles, here are a few reasons why you might want to consider one. more Trustworthiness Volkswagen's Certified Pre-Owned program is designed to make sure the vehicle is in good shape. When a Volkswagen goes through the process of becoming certified, it goes through a dealer inspection that looks at over 100 points. The model is checked from top to bottom to ensure you're not driving away with a vehicle that's going to give you a bad surprise before you get your money's worth out of it. CARFAX Vehicle Reports To further put your mind at ease, each certified pre-owned Volkswagen comes with a CARFAX report. These reports let you know of prior accidents, damages, title issues, and more.  This third-party perspective lets you get a second opinion on your pre-owned Volkswagen. Limited Warranty Coverage Another benefit of choosing a certified pre-owned Volkswagen is that every model that passes the inspection gets model-specific limited warranty coverage. This coverage changes depending on the year of the vehicle. Models from 2017 and older receive a 2-year or 24,000-mile comprehensive limited warranty. If you think that a certified pre-owned Volkswagen is a good fit for what you're looking for, give us a visit at Archer Volkswagen in Houston, Texas. We'll get you back out on the street in a great new-to-you Volkswagen that fits your style and budget in no time.

Volkswagen makes shopping for your family's next vehicle easy with options such as the 2021 Tiguan. These are only three of the reasons that the 2021 Tiguan is a fantastic family vehicle. more Space The 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan is a midsize SUV that offers plenty of space for your family to relax in. This is a five- or seven-seater SUV that offers up to 73.5 cubic feet of cargo space with the rear row folded down. If you need more seats for more passengers, be sure to opt for the three-row model. Safety The new Tiguan has an emphasis on smart safety features, making it a family-friendly ride. Each model is equipped with a handy blind-spot monitor that helps you keep an eye out for other vehicles as you change lanes and merge onto highways. Every model also features the front assist system, which warns you if you're approaching another vehicle too quickly. Technology The 2021 Tiguan makes it easy for you to stay on top of your game through technology. You can use your phone hands-free with the Tiguan's standard 6.5-inch touch screen and smartphone integration programs. Look up directions, text the kids, and play music without ever picking up your phone. You can use the Volkswagen Car-Net app to remotely lock your doors, find where you parked, start your Tiguan, and more. When you're ready to experience the 2021 Tiguan with your family, head over to Archer Volkswagen in Houston, Texas, to become acquainted. Take the family out for a test drive to see if this great SUV is a good fit for you.

Image via vw.com When you're looking for a car to commute with, consider the 2021 Volkswagen Passat. This midsize sedan has plenty of room for you and your carpool passengers, gets good gas mileage, and comes with advanced safety features. more Exterior Styling With three trims to choose from, the S, SE, and R-Line, you can find the perfect Passat to fit your budget and lifestyle. This handsome four-door sedan has modern styling that looks elegant driving down the road. Stand out from the rest of the commute crowd with colors such as Aurora Red or Tourmaline Blue. Good Performance Under the hood of the 2021 Passat, you'll find a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine producing 174 horsepower and 206 pound-feet of torque. A six-speed automatic transmission pairs with the engine, and all trims come with front-wheel drive. The Passat gets 24 mpg in the city and 36 mpg on the highway. Roomy Interior With two rows of seats, up to five people fit comfortably with plenty of legroom and headroom for everyone. The two upper trims have simulated leather upholstery with heated front seats and a leather-wrapped steering wheel. The infotainment system features a 6.3-inch touch screen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration. Safety Features Have peace of mind that the 2021 Volkswagen Passat comes with a host of driver-assist features. Key features include blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, pre-collision warning with automatic emergency braking, lane-keep assist, and adaptive cruise control. Stop by Archer Volkswagen today to learn more about the 2021 Volkswagen Passat and take one for a test drive.

Image via Pixabay.com When the temperatures begin to soar, nothing beats an ice-cold milkshake. Check out these three cool restaurants where you can enjoy a creamy milkshake in the Houston area. more Chill Milkshake and Waffle Bar When you want the best milkshakes in Texas as voted by USA Today, head over to Chill Milkshake and Waffle Bar. You'll feel like you're in a classic diner when you walk into the cool restaurant. You can get a variety of milkshakes along with waffles, burgers, and grilled cheese sandwiches. Favorite flavors of milkshakes include birthday cake, mint chocolate chip, and coffee toffee crunch. Connie's Frozen Custard Using creamy frozen custard, the milkshakes at Connie's Frozen Custard are rich and luscious. All of the shakes and malts start with Connie's frozen vanilla custard and then you can add as many toppings as you want to create a scrumptious frozen dessert. You can have malt balls, Heath bars, or fruit flavors added to the custard to make your unique and divine creation. Fat Cat Creamery All of the ice cream used for the milkshakes at Fat Cat Creamery is made in small batches. The milkshakes and malts are made with hand-dipped ice cream and local Mill-Creek Creamery milk. Many of the Fat Cat Creamery's signature ice cream flavors rotate, so you want to check often and see what delightful concoctions they're creating. Favorite flavors include salted butter caramel, coconut vanilla bean, bourbon pecan pie, and buttered rum raisin. We hope you enjoy our recommendations of places to get a cool milkshake in Houston.

Image via vw.com Are you looking for an electric vehicle that stands out from the crowd? Meet the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 It's available in three trims; Pro, Pro S, and 1st Edition. more Entertainment Whether you are driving to work or heading out on a road trip,  your 2021 ID.4 can keep you entertained and up-to-date. It features the ability to connect with either Apple CarPlay or Android Auto. There is a Wi-Fi connection on board through VW Car-Net. Keep your devices charged with the available wireless charger. It is typically in the front console for easy access as you drive. Dashboard One of the unique features of the vehicle is the dashboard that contains 54 lights. The lights allow the car to communicate with you through a series of patterns. The patterns will show you information such as what direction you are driving. While the lights are important, they will not block your view of the road. The car also lights up green as you turn it on to welcome you inside. Cold Weather Features There are several features to make a cold-weather drive more comfortable. The front seats and steering wheel are heated. These features help you stay loose and focused on the road. Another cold-weather feature is preheating. This feature allows you to warm the vehicle while it is still hooked to the charger and saves your battery from draining as it warms up. Can you picture your next commute in the 2021 ID.4? Stop by Archer Volkswagen to explore the vehicle in person. Our friendly team looks forward to serving you.

Image via Pixabay.com When you're looking for spicy food in the Houston area, you're in luck. Check out these three restaurants that are sure to bring on the heat. more Peli Peli Savor the cuisine of South Africa when you dine at Peli Peli. The restaurant serves fresh meats, seafood, and vegetables with signature South African flavors. Many of Peli Peli's dishes feature South African spicy peppadew peppers that are sure to fire up your mouth. Try culinary treats such as crab and fish cakes with the peppadew sauce, zesty South African curry with hot chilies, or a bowl of spicy lentil soup made with exotic African spices. Reggae Hut Satisfy your craving for Caribbean and Jamaican food at the Reggae Hut. Enjoy spicy Jamaican jerk chicken, zesty curries with hot peppers, and Caribbean comfort food such as beef patties, oxtail stew, or spicy curried goat. You can also enjoy seafood dishes like the Creole Cuban snapper. Wash your food down with zingy homemade ginger beer, sweet tea, or the Reggae Hut's famous rum punch made with homemade fruit punch. Chuy's Enjoy delicious, spicy, and hot Tex/Mex food when you eat at Chuy's. Start your meal with an appetizer such as nachos filled with spicy jalapenos. Enjoy tacos, quesadillas, fajitas, or a steak burrito filled with their hot version of Hatch green chile sauce. You can also choose a mild ranchero sauce or the medium Boom Boom sauce. Cool your mouth off with one of Chuy's signature margaritas. We hope you enjoy feeling the heat at these three spicy restaurants in Houston.