Because of the cachet of the world-famous Volkswagen name, thousands of independent businesses and people "make a living" from or pursue a hobby related to Volkswagen products and services.  Unfortunately, many of these businesses improperly attempt to affiliate themselves with Volkswagen by using Volkswagen trademarks and trade dress (for instance, the depictions or photographs of Volkswagen’s distinctively shaped vehicles) Volkswagen in no way wants to put these companies out of business.

Products and services, such a business "may advertise" that its products and services relate to  "Volkswagen vehicles" or products.  The name Volkswagen may be used to inform the public that the business offers goods or services related to Volkswagen vehicles if the word is used in a  "factual statement", the registered trademark symbol is used and the word "Volkswagen is not highlighted."

Other than the permissible uses described above, use of Volkswagen trademarks is impermissible unless licensed.  Use of Volkswagen trademarks on products such as clothing, toys, pens, or vehicle accessories (we Sell Flags/windsocks) requires a license from Volkswagen AG in Germany.