2021 Volkswagen Atlas Review by Larry Nutson Refreshed and still a good value Chicago Bureau The Auto Channel The Covid-19 pandemic has certainly been a major concern and a disruptor of all things normal in everyone’s lives. This includes the new car industry and auto shows that so many new car shoppers rely on to help them make a decision on what to buy. The only major U.S. auto show to take place this year was the 2020 Chicago Auto Show in February before stay-at-home orders became the norm. At that show VW introduced the 2021 Atlas seven-seat SUV with its upgraded interior and an exterior with bolder front and rear styling.