News By Topic: 2017 New Vehicle Reviews

First Drive Semi-Autonomous 2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class +VIDEO

Sep 27, 2017

By Henny Hemmes Senior European Editor The Auto Channel LISBON, March 2016. When the new Mercedes-Benz E-Class was unveiled at the Detroit auto show in January, there was already a lot written about its active and passive safety systems. Last summer, I joined a Mercedes-Benz tech-day where the new MB technologies were ... Continue reading

Car Review: HEELS ON WHEELS REVIEW : 2017 MINI Convertible Cooper FWD

Sep 27, 2017

I drove a 2017 MINI Cooper Convertible with the turbocharged 189-horsepower 2-liter four-cylinder engine featuring the six-speed manual Getrag transmission, shift paddles, and MINI driving modes (Sport, Mid and Green). Available as base, S, or John Cooper Works trim, my loaded S trim featured the following standard equ ... Continue reading

2017 Mazda6 Review By Steve Purdy

Sep 27, 2017

2017 MAZDA6 Review by Steve Purdy In fact, sedans of all sizes constitute a shrinking segment as crossovers continue to grow in share. ... Continue reading

2017 Lexus LX 570 4WD Living Large - Review By Larry Nutson

Sep 26, 2017

At 200 inches long, with seating for up to eight, and able to tow up to 7000 lbs., the 2017 Lexus LX 570 is ready for the highway. ... Continue reading

2017 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid Review by Carey Russ +VIDEO

Sep 26, 2017

Lincoln MKZ Hybrid combines luxury comfort with good fuel economy, and new style DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS Lincoln has been re-invented once again, with a new design language introduced on its new premium Continental. Which also graces its other sedan, the entry-luxury MKZ. ... Continue reading

2017 Kia Forte S Drive and Review By Larry Nutson

Sep 25, 2017

2017 Kia Forte S Drive and Review By Larry Nutson ... Continue reading

HEELS ON WHEELS: 2017 NISSAN ROGUE HYBRID REVIEW

Sep 24, 2017

I drove a 2017 Nissan Rogue with the 176-horsepower 2-liter four-cylinder engine paired to the Xtronic CVT automatic transmission with all-wheel drive. Available in two trims for the Hybrid model ... Continue reading

Car Review: 2017 Infiniti QX30 Luxury In A Small Package - Review By Larry Nutson

Sep 24, 2017

Although classified as a compact luxury crossover, the QX30 is very car-like. Its appearance is very much like a coupe. I view it has a very stylized hatchback with increased ride height. With its long nose, low roof, shaped C-pillars and tapered shape the QX30 presents a bold look. ... Continue reading

2017 Honda Civic Si Sedan Review By John Heilig

Sep 23, 2017

But it is the performance tweaking that makes the Si what it is. For example, with the first use of a turbocharger in an Si, the 1.5-liter four delivers a healthy 205 horsepower, and 14.2 pounds per horse, definitely in performance car range. The engine is smooth throughout the entire rev range. With the 6-speed manual ... Continue reading

HEELS ON WHEELS: 2017 HYUNDAI ELANTRA ECO AND 2017 HYUNDAI ELANTRA HYBRID REVIEW

Sep 23, 2017

HEELS ON WHEELS: 2017 HYUNDAI ELANTRA ECO AND 2017 HYUNDAI ELANTRA HYBRID REVIEW ... Continue reading

2017 Car Review - 2017 Fiat 124 Spider Abarth Review By John Heilig

Sep 20, 2017

But Fiat is back, and their latest venture into sports cars is the 124 Spider. Now, I remember a Fiat 124 from “back in the day.” It was a 2+2 open-top sporty car and it was the first car I ever earned a perfect score in during a rally. Sadly, my navigator never actually registered us, so we missed out on a great p ... Continue reading

Car Review: 2017 DODGE CHALLENGER T/A 392 Review By Steve Purdy

Sep 20, 2017

By the way, the Challenger T/A 392 comes with a 180 mph speedometer, but I did not peg it. Put me on a high-speed track like our nearby Michigan International Speedway, though, and I’ll give it a go. ... Continue reading

2017 BMW 230i xDrive Coupe Review By Steve Purdy

Sep 19, 2017

..."it’s a bit pricey but the leading-edge performance and sophistication along with the legendary BMW quality and pedigree go a long way to making that cost worth paying" ... Continue reading

Car Review: 2017 Cadillac CT6 Review By Steve Purdy

Sep 19, 2017

2017 CADILLAC CT6 Review by Steve Purdy The Auto Channel Michigan Bureau Who would have thought we would be driving a large Cadillac - referred to as the brand’s “flagship sedan” - powered by a four-cylinder engine. Amazing! What’s even more amazing is that it performs and feels smooth and powerful enough to do ... Continue reading

Car Review: 2017 BMW Review - 2017 X4 M40i By John Heilig

Sep 18, 2017

2017 BMW Review - 2017 X4 M40i By John Heilig ... Continue reading