News By Topic: 2007 New Vehicle Reviews

2007 Honda CR-V Earns National Highway Traffic Safety Administration 5-Star Ratings in Crash Safety Tests

Dec 4, 2006

All 2007 Honda Light Trucks Rated '5-Star' for NHTSA Frontal and Side Impact Tests TORRANCE, Calif., Dec. 4 -- The all-new 2007 Honda CR-V has earned 5-Star safety ratings for both frontal and side impact performance from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), American Honda Motor Co., Inc., announ ... Continue reading

Clean Diesel: The End of Clink! Clatter!! Clash!!! Smelly! Smokey!!

Dec 4, 2006

By Marty Bernstein AIADA Contributing Editor American’s look to Europe for many things – wine, food, fashion and, of course, automobiles – to name just a few. But one European automotive tradition has not made the journey to our shores: diesel engines for passenger vehicles. Big, smoke belching 18 wheele ... Continue reading

Lexus Readies an F Series to Compete with M-B, BMW Models

Dec 4, 2006

Washington DC December 4, 2006; The AIADA newsletter reported that Lexus is gearing up to compete with Mercedes' AMG and BMW's M lines when it debuts its new IS-F series at the Detroit Auto Show in January. Auto Week reports that the sedan has a "retuned version of the LS 600h L hybrid's engine" and will be available i ... Continue reading

25th Anniversary of Car and Driver's 10 Best, Four New Models Named

Dec 4, 2006

Imports Rack Up 17 Years of Strong Performance, Win Eight of 10 2007 Awards ANN ARBOR, Mich., Dec. 4 -- Car and Driver, the world's number one automotive enthusiast magazine, today announced the winners of the 25th annual 10Best cars sold in America. Winners will be featured in the January 2007 issue of Car and Driver, ... Continue reading

2007 Nissan Sentra 2.0S Review

Dec 3, 2006

2007 NISSAN SENTRA 2.0 S A Fashionable Economy Sedan By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Detroit Bureau Two weeks ago we reviewed Toyota’s freshly redone Corolla, a conservative, sedate, upwardly mobile sedan that has evolved from compact to midsize. This week it’s Nissan’s entry in that class, the newly r ... Continue reading

2007 Honda Fit Review

Dec 3, 2006

THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS Model: Honda Fit Sport Engine: 1.5-liter inline 4 Horsepower/Torque: 109 hp @ 5800 rpm/105 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm Transmission: 5-speed automatic with manual mode Wheelbase: 96.5 in. Length x Width x Height: 157.4 x 66.2 x 60.0 in. Tires: 195/55HR15 Cargo volume: 21.3/41.9 cu. ft ... Continue reading

2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca Review

Dec 3, 2006

2007 SUBARU B9 TRIBECA By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Detroit Bureau In a day long ago, Malcom Bricklin, importer of the notorious Yugo, had the great idea of bringing a quirky little 4-wheel-drive Japanese sedan, made by a company called Fugi Heavy Industries, to the US. Styling was a bit odd, to be generous. The b ... Continue reading

2007 Volvo S80 Preview

Dec 3, 2006

Preview: 2007 Volvo S80 By Carey Russ When it debuted as Volvo's flagship luxury sedan in 1998, the S80 was revolutionary. Most immediately noticeable was its styling - the box was gone, replaced by a distinctive broad-shouldered look that combined elegance and a hint of muscle. And where the Swedish manufacturer's pre ... Continue reading

2007 Volvo C70 Coupe-vertible Review

Dec 3, 2006

DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2007 Volvo C70 It used to be that if you wanted a coupe, you bought a coupe. If you wanted a convertible, you bought a convertible. If you wanted both, well, your garage had better hold two cars. Such was life with the first-generation Volvo C70, with a coupe introduced in 1998 and ... Continue reading

What a Woman Wants Behind the Wheel - 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GT Review

Dec 2, 2006

By Donna Vissing Louisville Bureau Driving the 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GT can be summed up in one word – FUN. This is not a family car; this is not even a practical car. This is the reward you give yourself for reaching a crowning achievement – professional or personal. It was Cyndi Lauper who sang Gir ... Continue reading

Toyota Announces Prices for 2007 Sienna

Dec 1, 2006

TORRANCE, Calif., Dec. 1 -- Toyota Motor Sales, USA, Inc., announced manufacturer's suggested retail prices (MSRP) today for the 2007 Sienna. The Sienna family van will arrive at dealerships nationwide in mid-December. The Sienna receives an engine upgrade for 2007 with a new 3.5-liter V6 engine. The new V6 powertrain ... Continue reading

New Convertibles Make a Splashy Debut at LA Auto Show

Dec 1, 2006

Washington DC December 1, 2006; As automakers unveiled their new models at the Los Angeles Auto Show and there was no shortage of convertibles as luxury, fun and exotic ruled the roost, reports USA Today. Jim O'Sullivan, CEO of Mazda's North America operations, says that the automaker has a hard time keeping drop-top-e ... Continue reading

2007 Kia Amanti - Photos Available

Dec 1, 2006

Premium Midsize Sedan Boasts Contemporary Styling, Luxury Amenities and Class-Leading Safety and Warranty IRVINE, Calif., Nov. 30 -- The 2007 Amanti is the flagship model for Kia. Amanti continues with the unique combination of luxury, style, performance and value that helped it earn the 2005 J.D. Power and Associates ... Continue reading

Pickup Truck Buyers Influenced By Brand Origin and Styling

Nov 30, 2006

WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif., Nov. 30 -- Although the large pickup truck segment encompasses both domestic and import brands, vehicle brand origin continues to be a top reason new-vehicle buyers avoid certain large truck models, according to the J.D. Power and Associates 2006 Avoider Study(SM) released today.The study, whi ... Continue reading

Audi R8 Features Delphi's Revolutionary MagneRide Semi-Active Suspension

Nov 30, 2006

TROY, Mich., Nov. 30 -- Audi's new R8 road-going sports car, which incorporates the genes of the five-time Le Mans winning race car, will join the Audi TT in featuring Delphi Corporation's revolutionary MagneRide suspension technology. The R8 will be available for sale in Europe in the first half of 2007. Called Audi M ... Continue reading