Ya-hoo!Dodge Challenger Concept Revealed
Nov 23, 2005
The 2006 Dodge Challenger concept resurrects another authentic American muscle car for the Dodge brand and continues to build on the success and heritage of the Hemi engine. "This concept possesses the heritage and classic forms of the original Dodge Challenger," said Trevor Creed, Senior Vice President - Chrysler Grou ... Continue reading
Toyota Announces Prices for All-New Third-Generation RAV4
Nov 21, 2005
TORRANCE, Calif., Nov. 21 -- Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., announced manufacturer's suggested retail prices (MSRP) today for the all-new third-generation RAV4 sport utility vehicle (SUV). The arrival of the new RAV4, nearly 10 years after pioneering the compact SUV segment, receives an extreme makeover for 20 ... Continue reading
Nov 21, 2005
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS MODEL: Dodge Charger R/T ENGINE: 5.7-liter V8 HORSEPOWER/TORQUE: 340 hp @ 5000 rpm/390 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm TRANSMISSION: 5-speed automatic with AutoStick WHEELBASE: 120.0 in. LENGTH x WIDTH x HEIGHT: 200.1 x 74.5 x 58.2 in. TIRES: P225/60R18 CARGO VOLUME: 16.2 cu. ft. ... Continue reading
Nov 16, 2005
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS MODEL: Saab 9-7X Arc ENGINE: 5.7-literV8 HORSEPOWER/TORQUE: 300 hp @ 5200 rpm/330 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm TRANSMISSION: 4-speed automatic with manual mode WHEELBASE: 113.0 in. LENGTH x WIDTH x HEIGHT: 193.2 x 75.4 x 68.5 in. TIRES: 225/55R18 CARGO VOLUME: 80.1 cu. ft. ... Continue reading
Merc ML500; Nissan 350Z; BMW 7 Series; Liz Taylor and More In This Month's Letter From Europe
Nov 14, 2005
Letter from Europe Andrew Frankl European Bureau Chief I have been bashing away at various typewriters and computers on behalf of The Auto Channel for 10 years now, initially not quite understanding what the internet was all about. Now of course, one only has to go to the nearest Apple Store to see 6 year olds e mailin ... Continue reading
Nov 13, 2005
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2006 Jaguar XKR Coupe, The 2007 Jaguar XK has been announced, and prototypes have been displayed at auto shows. So why could there still be interest in the 2006 XK, a design that is now pushing 10 years old? Because it's gorgeous, still. Because it's one of the most important Jagua ... Continue reading
2006 Mitsubishi Outlander SE Review
Nov 6, 2005
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS MODEL: Mitsubishi Outlander SE ENGINE: 2.4-liter DOHC I4 HORSEPOWER/TORQUE: 160 hp @ 5750 rpm/162 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm TRANSMISSION: 4-speed automatic with Sportronic WHEELBASE: 103.3 in. LENGTH x WIDTH x HEIGHT: 179.0 x 70.1 x 66.3 in. TIRES: P215/55R17 CARGO VOLUME: 60.3 cu. ... Continue reading
Nov 5, 2005
NISSAN TITAN 4X4 SE A Truck for the Manly Man By Steve Purdy Detroit Bureau Another testament to the ability of Japanese automobile manufacturers to compete in segments formerly dominated by US makers is the Nissan Titan full-size pickup. Right out of the box Nissan was up to speed when the truck was introduced in Janu ... Continue reading
2006 Volkswagen Passat V6 Review
Nov 3, 2005
Driving Down the Road With Carey Russ 2006 Volkswagen Passat V6 Volkswagen has long been known for its small cars, but up until 1998, few people even know that the VW made midsize sedans. Sales of the Dasher in the 1970s, the Quantum in the `80s, and the Passat in the `90s were virtually unnoticed in that most popular ... Continue reading
2006 Chrysler Crossfire Roadster Review
Nov 3, 2005
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS MODEL: Chrysler Crossfire Roadster ENGINE: 3.2-liter V6 HORSEPOWER/TORQUE: 215 hp @ 5,700 rpm/229 lb.-ft. @ 3,000 rpm TRANSMISSION: 5-speed automatic WHEELBASE: 94.5 in. LENGTH x WIDTH x HEIGHT: 159.8 x 69.5 x 51.8 in. TIRES: 225/40ZR18 (front)/ 255/35ZR19 (rear) CARGO VOLUME ... Continue reading
Nov 1, 2005
by Thom Cannell<p> Fusion is a new and vital mid-sized Ford is aimed directly at the heart of Asia, Inc. At a base price of just $17,795, it challenges low cost Korean vehicles with similar in-line four-cylinder engines and five-speed manual transmissions. At $22,360 the premium SEL Fusion offers a 221 horsepower, V6, ... Continue reading
2006 Nissan Xterra OR-V6 4X4 Review
Oct 31, 2005
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS MODEL: Nissan Xterra OR-V6 4X4 ENGINE: 4.0-liter DOHC V6 HORSEPOWER/TORQUE: 265 hp @ 5600 rpm/284 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm TRANSMISSION: 5-speed automatic WHEELBASE: 106.3 in. LENGTH x WIDTH x HEIGHT: 178.7 x 72.8 x 74.9 in. TIRES: P265/75R16 CARGO VOLUME: 65.7 cu. ft. ... Continue reading
2006 Toyota Highlander Hybrid 4x2 Review
Oct 26, 2005
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD With Carey Russ 2006 Toyota Highlander Hybrid 4x2 While the usefulness of an SUV may be hard to question, the fuel consumption of most such vehicles is very questionable, especially in light of current fuel costs. So what could be more appropriate than a usefully-sized hybrid SUV? Toyota's hybrid ... Continue reading
Oct 25, 2005
By Steve Purdy Detroit Bureau Let’s review GM’s history of producing two-seat sports cars. First, the Corvette was brought out in 1953 considerably underpowered but sexy enough to compete with the popular underpowered British sports cars of the day. Fortunately, the introduction of the small-block V-8 in &# ... Continue reading
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