Volkswagen's Golf (Rabbit) and Jetta models are popular and enduring cars. Well-known for their robustness and need for minimum maintenance, these vehicles often suffer from neglect by their owners. Restoration expert Lindsay Porter fills you in on VW history and development, tells you what to look for and what to avoid when buying an older model, and how to bring it back to first-class condition. Fully illustrated sequences guide you step-by-step through a mechanical overhaul and show you how to restore bodywork, interior and electrics. Includes soft-top mechanism replacement.

This comprehensive guide will help you through the entire process, from engine repair to bodywork. Don't begin that restoration project without Porter's professional techniques.

Haynes disassembles every subject vehicle and documents every step with thorough instructions and clear photos. Haynes repair manuals are used by the pros, but written for the do-it-yourselfer.

VW Golf Mkl and Mk2, Rabbit and Jetta Restoration Manual MODELS COVERED: - Rabbit (USA), Golf Marks 1 and 2, and Jetta - All gasoline/petrol engine types and sizes inc. GTI, 1600 and 1800 (NOT 4-wheel drive or diesel models.) With more than 1,000 illustrations and text aimed at the DIY enthusiast this manual tells you: - What to look for when buying a used vehicle. - How to undertake a mechanical overhaul. - How to restore bodywork and electrics. - How to replace soft-top mechanisms (mechanical and powered). - How to fit an uprated engine, modify suspension and brakes. How to retro-fit: - power steering - power soft-top - higher spec trim/grille/spoiler and body kits. - The history and development of this unique and revolutionary vehicle, Well-known motoring writer Lindsay Porter has been a VW nut since Adam was a youth. Lindsay has poured his passion for these wonderful cars into this manual!

An exclusive look at VW's reinvention of the automotive world's icon follows the New Beetle from drawing board to concept car to the media blitz that accompanied the final product.

Germany’s economic miracle is a widely-known phenomenon, and the world-leading, innovative products and services associated with German companies are something that others seek to imitate. In The ’Made in Germany’Â’ Champion Brands, Ugesh A. Joseph provides an extensively researched, insightful look at over 200 of Germany’s best brands to see what they stand for, what has made them what they are today, and what might be transferable. The way Germany is branded as a nation carries across into the branding of its companies and services, particularly the global superstar brands - truly world-class in size, performance and reputation. Just as important are the medium-sized and small enterprises, known as the 'Mittelstand'. These innovative and successful enterprises from a wide range of industries and product / service categories are amongst the World market leaders in their own niche and play a huge part in making Germany what it is today. The book also focuses on German industrial entrepreneurship and a selection of innovative and emergent stars. All these companies are supported and encouraged by a sophisticated infrastructure of facilitators, influencers and enhancers - the research, industry, trade and standards organizations, the fairs and exhibitions and all the social and cultural factors that influence, enhance and add positive value to the country's image. Professionals or academics interested in business; entrepreneurship; branding and marketing; product or service development; international trade and business development policy, will find fascinating insights in this book; while those with an interest in Germany from emerging industrial economies will learn something of the secrets of German success.

Conquer the most essential adaptation to the knowledge economy The Fearless Organization: Creating Psychological Safety in the Workplace for Learning, Innovation, and Growth offers practical guidance for teams and organizations who are serious about success in the modern economy. With so much riding on innovation, creativity, and spark, it is essential to attract and retain quality talent—but what good does this talent do if no one is able to speak their mind? The traditional culture of "fitting in" and "going along" spells doom in the knowledge economy. Success requires a continuous influx of new ideas, new challenges, and critical thought, and the interpersonal climate must not suppress, silence, ridicule or intimidate. Not every idea is good, and yes there are stupid questions, and yes dissent can slow things down, but talking through these things is an essential part of the creative process. People must be allowed to voice half-finished thoughts, ask questions from left field, and brainstorm out loud; it creates a culture in which a minor flub or momentary lapse is no big deal, and where actual mistakes are owned and corrected, and where the next left-field idea could be the next big thing. This book explores this culture of psychological safety, and provides a blueprint for bringing it to life. The road is sometimes bumpy, but succinct and informative scenario-based explanations provide a clear path forward to constant learning and healthy innovation. Explore the link between psychological safety and high performance Create a culture where it’s “safe” to express ideas, ask questions, and admit mistakes Nurture the level of engagement and candor required in today’s knowledge economy Follow a step-by-step framework for establishing psychological safety in your team or organization Shed the "yes-men" approach and step into real performance. Fertilize creativity, clarify goals, achieve accountability, redefine leadership, and much more. The Fearless Organization helps you bring about this most critical transformation.