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2009 Kia Borrego EX 4x2 Review

2009 Kia Borrego EX 4x2 Review

MORE: Compare Kia Specs and Prices - Kia Buyers Guide DRIVING DOWN THE ROADWITH CAREY RUSS 2009 Kia Borrego EX 4x2 When development of the Kia Borrego started, SUVs were almighty popular and an upscale large-midsize SUV seemed like the perfect vehicle to expand the Korean automaker's range and presence in the American ... Continue reading

22 Cars for Teen Drivers From MSN

22 Cars for Teen Drivers From MSN

Washington DC March 13, 2009; The AIADA newsletter reported that when buying a vehicle, safety and reliability are important considerations. Teens and their parents should looks for cars with advanced safety features and good crash-test results. Large pickups and SUVs are not recommended for young, inexperienced driver ... Continue reading

2009 Acura MDX Review

2009 Acura MDX Review

MORE: Compare Acura Specs, Prices – Acura Buyers Guide HEELS ON WHEELS: ACURA MDX REVIEW HEELS ON WHEELS By Katrina Ramser San Francisco Bureau The Auto Channel INTRO TO THE ACURA MDX VEHICLE The MDX's claim to fame is being the first crossover to offer third-row seating, but I would say this feature takes a backs ... Continue reading

2009 Toyota RAV4 Review

2009 Toyota RAV4 Review

HEELS ON WHEELS By Katrina Ramser San Francisco Bureau The Auto Channel INTRO TO THE RAV4 VEHICLE The 2009 RAV4 has a tougher restyled exterior and engine with an optional third-row offered on the Base and Limited trims. With a 104.7-inch wheelbase, redesigned grille and both head and tail lamps, you're going to look l ... Continue reading

Nissan 2009 370Z Review

Nissan 2009 370Z Review

Nissan’s New 2009 370Z IT’S THE LAST LETTER IN THE ALPHABET BUT FIRST FOR DEFINING SPORTS CARS by Marty Bernstein For countless baby boomers, their first aspirational, but attainable and affordable sports car was the 1970 Datsun 240Z. The “Z” was the first popular sportscar sold in America and is a ... Continue reading

GM Introduces More Hybrid Models; Hybrid Cadillac Escalade and GMC/Chevy Pickups Join Mix

GM Introduces More Hybrid Models; Hybrid Cadillac Escalade and GMC/Chevy Pickups Join Mix

By Rex Roy There's a lot going on with hybrids these days. In January at the Detroit Auto show, Toyota announced their new third-generation Prius, and Honda re-introduced their hybrid, the 2010 Insight. But for a lot of drivers, these four-cylinder sedans just won't cut it. For people who need more room or power, GM is ... Continue reading

AutoWeek Editors Honor the Best of the 2009 Geneva Motor Show

AutoWeek Editors Honor the Best of the 2009 Geneva Motor Show

The AutoWeek Editors' Choice Awards recognize Best in Show, Best Concept, Most Significant and Most Fun DETROIT, March 4 -- The AutoWeek editorial staff announced today its 2009 Geneva motor show Editors' Choice Award winners. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20090113/CLTU102LOGO ) For more than a decade, the ... Continue reading

New Maserati Guzzles Less Gas

New Maserati Guzzles Less Gas

By Henny Hemmes Senior European Editor Even an Italian sports car manufacturer cannot neglect the fact that its modeld need to improve on fuel efficiency. That is why in 2005, Maserati implemented a development project for five years to reduce consumption and CO2 emissions. From then on, the fuel consumption of the Qua ... Continue reading

2009 Jeep Compass Sport 4x4 Review

2009 Jeep Compass Sport 4x4 Review

DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2009 Jeep Compass Sport 4x4 The Compass pointed to a new direction for Jeep when it debuted two years ago. And yes, the pun is an irresistible groaner, but it's also true. The Compass was and is the first Jeep crossover, and the first Jeep not to be meant for serious off-road use. ... Continue reading

2009 IIHS Top Safety Picks

2009 IIHS Top Safety Picks

IIHS Top Crash Test Results - 72 winners of 2009 Top Safety Pick awards; almost every category from minicar to large pickup has a winner ARLINGTON, VA - Seventy-two vehicles earn the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety's Top Safety Pick award for 2009. This is more than double the number of 2008 recipients and more ... Continue reading

2009 Audi A4 Sedan 2.0T Quattro Review

2009 Audi A4 Sedan 2.0T Quattro Review

2009 AUDI A4 SEDAN 2.0T QUATTRO TIPTRONIC Agile, Attractive and Admirable By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Detroit Bureau I continue to be impressed with the amazing competence of the Audi Quattro all-wheel drive system. This is the third time in the last few years that I’ve been testing a Quattro during some of ... Continue reading

New 2010 Honda Insight Bucks Auto Trend- Orders and Production Increase

New 2010 Honda Insight Bucks Auto Trend- Orders and Production Increase

TOKYO, Feb 24 (Reuters) - Honda Motor Co (7267.T) plans to produce more of its new Insight hybrid cars from April, having received orders for almost three times its monthly sales target for the gasoline-electric model it launched on Feb. 6 in Japan, a top official said on Tuesday. Honda plans to launch the Insight, its ... Continue reading

2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart Review

2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart Review

2009 MITSUBISHI LANCER RALLIART By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Detroit Bureau What fun. I’ve had to two hot-shot all-wheel drive Mitsus nearly back-to-back. They look just alike because they are siblings – twins actually - with functional air scoops, large, trapezoidal grille that looks like it is gulping ... Continue reading

2009 Ford Focus Sedan SEL Review

2009 Ford Focus Sedan SEL Review

DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS2009 Ford Focus Sedan SEL American automakers can't make a good small car, right? Such is conventional wisdom, but after a week with a 2009 Ford Focus I would argue against that sentiment. Refined continuously since its debut in 2000, and given freshened styling inside and out last ... Continue reading

2009 Infiniti EX35 AWD Journey Review

2009 Infiniti EX35 AWD Journey Review

THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS: Model: 2009 Infiniti EX35 AWD Journey Engine: 3.5-liter DOHC V6 Horsepower/Torque: 297 hp @ 6,800 rpm/253 lb.-ft. @ 4,800 rpm Transmission: 5-speed manual Wheelbase: 110.2 in Length/Width/Height: 182.3 x 71.0 x 62.6 in. Tires: 225/60R17 Cargo volume: 18.6 cu. ft. with rear s ... Continue reading

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