Subaru's Quiet Road to Success
Jan 8, 2009
Washington DC January 8, 2009; The AIADA newsletter reported what is it about Subaru? Their cars don't get eye-popping fuel economy. They don't sell hybrids, super-hot sports cars, or other attention-grabbing metal. And good luck wringing a rebate out of the dealer. "It's not an exciting brand," Todd Turner, president ... Continue reading
Dec 17, 2008
The polls are closed and jurors' votes for the 2009 North American Car and Truck of the Year awards are being counted with the finalists scheduled to be announced Thursday. The 50 journalists who serve as jurors for the awards finished voting on Dec. 10. The three car finalists and three truck finalists will be announc ... Continue reading
2009 Mercedes-Benz C300 Review
Dec 14, 2008
2009 MERCEDES-BENZ C300 By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Detroit Bureau The entry level luxury/sport sedan segment is populated by some of the most sophisticated and fun cars out there. Think of the BMW 3-Series, Audi A4, Cadillac CTS, Infiniti G35. Most start a tad north of 30-grand. The Mercedes-Benz C-Class, redesi ... Continue reading
HEELS ON WHEELS: TOP 10 GREEN AUTO TIPS & TRICKS FOR WOMEN
Dec 12, 2008
HEELS ON WHEELS By Katrina Ramser San Francisco Bureau The Auto Channel What exactly does it mean to go green with autos? The term 'green' casts many different shades. One could be referring to using cleaner fuels or car products such as soap for your current car. Green is also a code word for frugal or cost-efficient, ... Continue reading
HEELS ON WHEELS: KATRINA'S 2008 TOP 10 VEHICLES FOR FEMALE DRIVERS
Dec 12, 2008
HEELS ON WHEELS By Katrina Ramser San Francisco Bureau The Auto Channel As an automotive journalist, I test drive many different vehicles. With one car always coming and another going each and every week, the desensitizing of 'new' has helped me develop objectivity (if not an attitude of blasé) towards all vehicles. ... Continue reading
Letter from Europe - Bad Times, Good Cars and Big Concerns
Dec 9, 2008
Andrew Frankl European Bureau ChiefThe Auto Channel Iâve been driving Hondaâs 2009 cars and for the life of me cannot understand that these excellent products are not selling better. The Accord is a by-word for reliability while the Civic is probably the best buy under 20 thousand dollars. Even the 140 horsep ... Continue reading
2009 Cadillac Escalade 4WD Hybrid review
Dec 7, 2008
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS Model: Cadillac Escalade 4WD Hybrid Engine: 6.0-liter V8 plus hybrid propulsion system Horsepower/Torque: 332 hp @ 5100 rpm/367 lb.-ft. @ 5100 rpm Transmission: 6-speed automatic Wheelbase: 116.0 in. Length/Width/Height: 202.5 x 79.0 x 74.3 in. Tires: P285/55R22 Cargo volume: ... Continue reading
Mini E (Electric) Electrifies Rodeo Drive - VIDEO ENHANCED
Dec 5, 2008
Mini E (Electric) By Henny Hemmes BEVERLY HILLS CA; In November 2008, the Mini E made its world debut at the LA Auto Show. But a day earlier, people who were strolling on Rodeo Drive, Beverly Hills, got the real premiere of the electric Mini. BMW offered media a test drive from the former Beverly Wilshire Hotel and obv ... Continue reading
The Auto Channel's ROAD TRIP Web Video Series Moves to Television - VIDEO ENHANCED
Nov 18, 2008
Unique Perspective TV Show Premieres This Saturday LOUISVILLE, KY â November 18, 2008: The Auto Channel has announced that its highly acclaimed Internet video series âROAD TRIPâ is migrating to traditional television. Beginning Saturday, November 22, the half-hour show can be seen on Comcast SportsNet ca ... Continue reading
2008 Toyota Sienna Minivan Review
Nov 16, 2008
2008 TOYOTA SIENNA XLE 7-PASSENGER LIMITED By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Detroit Bureau GM and Ford are out of the minivan business. Chrysler is still the leader and VW is just coming into that segment with their new Chrysler-based entry. The Japanese auto companies are still strong contenders in that market and on ... Continue reading
Nov 16, 2008
2008 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER A Much Improved CUV By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Detroit Bureau Iâm just finishing up a bunch of Toyota reviews. Three are Camry derivatives: Avalon, Sienna and now this Highlander. The Avalon is an impressive full-size sedan with room to spare and excellent details. Sienna matches up a ... Continue reading
2008 Saab 9-3 Turbo X Sport Sedan Review
Nov 3, 2008
By Mark Gordon Rocky Mountain Bureau The Auto Channel I was pretty excited when I found out I was going to spend a week with the Saab 9-3 Turbo X. Iâve never driven a Saab, but I have always thought they were a âcoolâ car. A little outside the mainstream. Design means something to Saab. I have to admit t ... Continue reading
HEELS ON WHEELS: 2008 SUZUKI SX4 REVIEW
Oct 26, 2008
HEELS ON WHEELS By Katrina Ramser San Francisco Bureau The Auto Channel INTRO TO THE SX4 You've got to love (or laugh) at the crossover competition. Every carmaker on the lot is attempting to come up with the one vehicle that offers the best in two driving worlds: An SUV-looking shape with all-wheel drive capability, b ... Continue reading
Oct 26, 2008
THE AUTO PAGE by JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS Model: Lexus IS-F Engine: 5.0-liter DOHC V8 Horsepower/Torque: 416 hp @ 6,600 rpm/371 lb.-ft. @ 5,200 rpm Transmission: 8-speed automatic with manual mode and paddle shift Wheelbase: 107.5 in. Length x Width x Height: 183.5 x 71.5 x 55.7 in. Tires: 225/40R19 (F)/255/35R19 (R) ... Continue reading
Oct 12, 2008
2008 TOYOTA AVALON XLS By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Detroit Bureau Letâs begin with the bottom line. The Toyota Avalon, in any of its three trim levels, may be the most practical, perhaps best value, in a full-size sedan on the market and it comes in quite an attractive and marginally stylish package. I have ... Continue reading
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