Automotive industry insiders are abuzz with excitement as Volkswagen has just unveiled its refreshed 2025 Jetta GLI, a move that's being seen as a bold statement in a market where manual transmissions are increasingly rare. Despite the trend towards automatics, VW has bucked the trend by retaining the manual option in its sporty GLI variant, a decision that's likely to delight driving enthusiasts. Meanwhile, a new survey from Cox Automotive suggests that car dealers are feeling optimistic about the future, with a spring survey revealing that they're more bullish about the used car market than they've been in years. As the industry continues to navigate the complexities of a post-pandemic recovery, these developments offer a glimmer of hope for a sector that's been buffeted by supply chain disruptions and shifting consumer preferences.
VW refreshed the Jetta GLI for the 2025 model year and kept the manual transmission around. Cox's spring survey found dealers optimistic about the future and feeling the best about used vehicles since ...
