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Golf mk8 / Individual Drive Mode Options - Confused!
« Last post by GE90 on 01 March 2026, 21:21 »
Hi all

Right, I’ve searched but been unable to find the answer. Within the Individual Mode there are two options I’m struggling to understand. Driving Dynamics and Drive. Can anyone confirm what changes between Eco/Comfort/Sport for these two settings please? I don’t have DCC.

Thanks.

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Golf mk8 / Re: GTI Edition 50 first press release
« Last post by The WolfMan on 01 March 2026, 20:00 »
There might be good news.
The Edition 50 is back in the Belgian configurator...
In Portugal it went back to the configurator, and is still dealer, but the salesman told me on Friday that it's not possible to order more.

In Portugal 15 were sold and I am one of the lucky ones :D
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General discussion / Us style drl
« Last post by Tbissett on 01 March 2026, 18:52 »
Hi all new to group I've got mk7.5 gti looking to see if u can code in front drl lights to stay on Amber like u can do with the mark 7 as I did this with my golf r just looking for advice if u can do it with the 7.5 with obd 11

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Golf mk8 / Re: GTI Edition 50 first press release
« Last post by TomGti50 on 01 March 2026, 08:13 »
There might be good news.
The Edition 50 is back in the Belgian configurator...
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Golf mk7 / Re: Drivers door not unlocking / locking
« Last post by joe6 on 27 February 2026, 16:52 »
As it is affecting both door lock and mirror, it is more likely a controller fault rather than a motor.
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Golf mk8 / Full Door Speaker, Tweeter and Centre Speaker Upgrade
« Last post by GE90 on 27 February 2026, 11:27 »
Hi all

I am probably best known around here for supplying a bespoke plug & play centre speaker upgrade! After many requests, I am thinking of offering a full speaker upgrade package. This will include:

Focal Direct Replacement Front Component Speakers (includes upgraded tweeters) – 240W Total Power
Focal Direct Replacement Rear Coaxial Speakers – 240W Total Power
Hertz Centre Speaker Plug & Play upgrade kit (highest spec)

I had this exact setup in my MK8 (before adding a Helix P&P Subwoofer too), so I know how good it is and that there are no compatibility issues with the standard audio car. I have read that owners who have installed this in HK cars have been impressed with the upgrade (I’ve not heard in person), but that errors occur, needing a load simulator (Focal offer a plug and play load simulator), but unless someone is keen to try, I think I’ll stick to offering just on standard audio cars.

The Focal kits come sealed, with everything required for installation, including rivets, smart badges etc. No wiring changes needed. My centre speaker comes with everything required too (two min installation).

Focal have very comprehensive step by step installation videos:

Front
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3q3JEmyIDAY&t=225s

Rear
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J-Bk_Pj8M0Q&t=9s

Cost for the entire setup is £545, Royal Mail Special Delivery (fully insured).

The great thing with Focal is that you can add a plug and play amp to standard audio cars, and also plug and play under seat subs too!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wKJb8orZFFo&t=5s

I can supply these too (cheaper than retail price), with the two plug and play harnesses, but with a caveat that I’ve never installed these myself – should be a great setup given that the Helix Plug & Play Sub is no longer available - as far as I am aware to install a sub will otherwise require the cutting factory wiring, something I personally like to avoid.

Checking interest first, as this is really just a hobby.





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Golf mk8 / Re: New software direct button for speed limit warning off
« Last post by JoeGTI on 26 February 2026, 20:17 »
On the subject of OTA updates, has anyone else with a MK8.5 ever gotten an OTA? I've my car a year now and I'm pretty sure I've never got one. I'm comparing the SW versions on the infotainment screen from a photo I took when the car was new to now and the only differences I have are the NAV and radio database versions. Everything else is the same as it was on day one. It would be great to get that shortcut for turning off the speed warnings but my car doesn't have that.

Its odd, because my previous MK8 seemed to get an OTA update every other week  :grin:

This is what I have now:




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Golf mk7 / Re: Drivers door not unlocking / locking
« Last post by flipflops on 26 February 2026, 19:31 »
Thanks, is that more of an ecu/controller or a motor which moves the lock?

Would this also have an impact on the mirror unfolding?
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Golf mk7 / Re: Drivers door not unlocking / locking
« Last post by ianmb on 26 February 2026, 17:28 »
I would probably say it is the door lock module located on the inside of the door.
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Golf mk7 / Drivers door not unlocking / locking
« Last post by flipflops on 26 February 2026, 17:06 »
As above, I unlock or lock the car, the drivers door seems to try to lock or unlock but doesn’t. Also the drivers wing mirror doesn’t unfold, the passengers does. The other 3 doors all unlock and lock.
To lock the car I’m using the key, to unlock I’m winding the windows down with the remote and using he internal door pull, any thoughts please?
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