2010 Chevrolet Camaro V6 2LT Review
Mar 4, 2010
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2010 Chevrolet Camaro V6 2LT The "baby" six-cylinder versions of pony and muscle cars (different classes in the past but pretty much one and the same today) have always been disparaged -- "secretary's car" was the (oh so derogatory) term in the days before political correctness -- ... Continue reading
Toyota Announces Pricing for Redesigned 2011 Avalon Sedan and 2011 Sienna Auto Access Seat Models
Mar 3, 2010
TORRANCE, Calif., March 3 -- Toyota today announced manufacturers suggested retail prices (MSRP) for the redesigned 2011 Avalon sedan. Also announced were the MSRP for 2011 Sienna models equipped with the new Auto Access Seat. The base MSRP for the entry-level Avalon grade remains unchanged from the 2010 base Avalon XL ... Continue reading
2010 Ford Taurus SHO AWD Review
Feb 28, 2010
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS Model: 2010 Ford Taurus SHO AWD Engine: 3.5-liter twin turbocharged Ecoboost V6 Horsepower/Torque: 365 hp @ 5,500 rpm/350 lb. ft. @ 1,500-5,250 rpm Transmission: 6-speed automatic Wheelbase: 112.9 in. Length/Width/Height: 202.9 x 76.2 x 60.7 in. Tires: P245/45R20 Cargo volume ... Continue reading
2010 Subaru Legacy 2.5GT Limited Review
Feb 28, 2010
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS Model: 2010 Subaru Legacy 2.5GT Limited Engine: 2.5-liter turbocharged DOHC H4 Horsepower/Torque: 265 hp @ 5,600 rpm/258 lb.-ft. @ 2,000-5,000 rpm Transmission: 6-speed manual Wheelbase: 108.3 in. Length/Width/Height: 186.4 x 71.7 x 59.3 in. Tires: P225/45R18 Cargo volume: 14 ... Continue reading
2010 Mazda6 Grand Touring Review
Feb 28, 2010
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS Model: 2010 Mazda6 Grand Touring Engine: 3.7-liter DOHC V6 Horsepower/Torque: 272 hp @ 6,250 rpm/269 lb.-ft. @ 4,250 rpm Transmission: 6-speed automatic Wheelbase: 109.8 in. Length/Width/Height: 193.7 x 72.4 x 57.9 in. Tires: P235/45R18 Cargo volume: 16.6 cu. ft. ... Continue reading
2010 Toyota RAV4 4X4 LTD Review
Feb 28, 2010
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS Model: 2010 Toyota RAV4 4X4 LTD Engine: 3.5-liter V6 Horsepower/Torque: 269 hp @ 6,200 rpm/246 ln.-ft. @ 4,700 rpm Transmission: 5-speed automatic Wheelbase: 104.7 in. Length/Width/Height: 181.9 x 71.5 x 68.7 in. Tires: P225/65R17 Cargo volume: 36.4/73.0 cu. ft. ... Continue reading
2010 Mitsubishi Outlander 3.0 GT S-AWC Review
Feb 28, 2010
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS Model: Mitsubishi Outlander 3.0 GT S-AWC Engine: 3.0-liter V6 Horsepower/Torque: 230 hp @ 6,250 rpm/215 lb.ft.@3,750 rpm Transmission: 6-speed automatic Sportronic Wheelbase: 105.1 in. Length/Width/Height: 183.7 x 70.9 x 67.7 in. Tires: 225/55R18 Cargo volume: 14.9/36.2/72.6 ... Continue reading
Honda Reaches 100,000-unit Milestone in Indiana with Production of Civic at HMIN
Feb 26, 2010
GREENSBURG, Ind., Feb. 25 -- Associates at Honda Manufacturing of Indiana, LLC (HMIN) today produced the 100,000th Civic in Indiana. HMIN began production* on October 9, 2008. "This milestone is based on the commitment our Honda associates in Indiana make every day to build products of the highest quality for our custo ... Continue reading
Lincoln MKT Adds to Ford's Industry-Leading Number of Five-Star Crash Test Ratings
Feb 24, 2010
DEARBORN, Mich., Feb. 23 -- -- The all-new 2010 Lincoln MKT three-row luxury crossover received five-star ratings for both frontal and side-impact crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration -- MKT offers a high level of crash protection as well as cutting-edge crash-avoidance and driver ... Continue reading
NADAguides Names the Auto Industry's 'Best Car Buys' For 2010
Feb 23, 2010
-Despite Recalls, Data Still Ranks Toyota and Lexus Near the Top - COSTA MESA, Calif., Feb. 23 -- NADAguides.com, the leading provider of pricing information and market research for new and used cars, classics, RVs, motorcycles and boats, today announced the names of the auto industry's "Best Car Buys" for 2010. Fresh ... Continue reading
Consumer Reports Names Six New Top Pick Cars for 2010
Feb 23, 2010
Mazda5, Cheverolet Traverse and Volkswagen GTI among the new additions YONKERS, N.Y., Feb. 23 Consumer Reports names six new models to its annual Top Picks car list for 2010. Comprised of nine different car brands, this year's list is the most diverse group of Top Picks in over a decade. Findings from Consumer Reports' ... Continue reading
Who Needs a Hybrid When You Can Have a Diesel?
Feb 22, 2010
Who needs a hybrid when you can have a diesel? Our week long test of a Volkswagen Jetta TDI is a reaction to the newest Prius hybrid from Toyota. We wondered, after achieving an extremely artificial 71.3 mpg in a 2010 Prius, how Prius would compare to a Volkswagen Jetta TDI turbo-diesel driven normally. Thus our real-w ... Continue reading
2010 Cadillac CTS V6 Premium Review
Feb 22, 2010
CADILLAC CTS V6 PREMIUM 2010 By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Detroit Bureau Chief This weeks car review is something special â the Lansing-built, rear-wheel drive Cadillac CTS Sport Wagon. Our test car is the loaded Premium model with a starting price of about $51,000. It includes the larger, 3.6-liter, 304-hors ... Continue reading
2010 Ford Transit Connect Review
Feb 21, 2010
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2010 Ford Transit Connect Review This week it's time for something different. Unless you've spent time on the other side of the Atlantic Ocean, anyway, in which case the Ford Transit Connect will likely be familiar. The Transit Connect is Ford's entry in the European small van clas ... Continue reading
Feb 21, 2010
by Bruce and Bradley Hubbard Auto Advisor Group Auto Channel Exceptional performance and breathtaking dynamism coupled with the intense sensations of open-top driving: Audi presents the R8 Spyder 5.2 FSI quattro. Its lightweight cloth top opens and closes fully automatically; several body parts are made of a carbon fib ... Continue reading
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