Heels on Wheels - 2012 Kia Rio 5-door Review
Sep 20, 2012
HEELS ON WHEELS By Katrina Ramser San Francisco Bureau The Auto Channel INTRO TO THE RIO VEHICLE The Kia Rio, available as a sedan or five-door hatchback (Rio5), makes a mark in every desirable compact car category with the 2012 models that offer all-new fuel-saving technologies, class-leading horsepower, sporty design ... Continue reading
2012 Ford Edge Ride and Review By John Heilig
Sep 12, 2012
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS : 2012 FORD EDGE SEL Model: 2012 Ford Edge SEL Engine: 2.0-liter Ecoboost I4 Horsepower/Torque: 240 hp @ 5,500 rpm/270 lb.-ft. @ 3,000 rpm Transmission: 6-speed automatic Wheelbase: 111.2in. Length/Width/Height: 184.2 x 76.0 x 67.0 in. Tires: P245/60R18 Cargo volume: 32.2/68. ... Continue reading
2012 Scion iQ Ride and Review By Larry Nutson
Sep 12, 2012
2012 Scion iQ - Spacious for two and then some By Larry Nutson Senior Editor, Chicago Bureau The Auto Channel (IMG_4127) As I write this review the August 2012 auto sales reports show a surge as drivers react to high gas prices and seem to be buying fuel-efficient cars as quickly as possible. Gas prices neared or excee ... Continue reading
HEELS ON WHEELS: 2012 HONDA PILOT REVIEW
Sep 9, 2012
HEELS ON WHEELS By Katrina Ramser San Francisco Bureau The Auto Channel INTRO TO THE PILOT VEHICLE The Pilot is a three-row eight-passenger sport utility vehicle holding firm to traditional styling and rugged appeal, but sees quite a few upscale redesign changes for a more sophisticated interior to support popular high ... Continue reading
2012 Honda Ridgeline Sport Review By Carey Russ
Sep 6, 2012
MORE INFO Honda Buyers Guide Perfect New Car Match DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS Since its debut in model year 2006, the Ridgeline, Honda's unique take on the pickup truck, has carved out a solid niche for itself in what is usually thought of as a conservative field. And it has recently expanded its lineup with ... Continue reading
2012 Dodge Charger SXT RWD Plus Ride and Review By Steve Purdy
Sep 6, 2012
2012 DODGE CHARGER SXT RWD PLUS A Mighty Macho Machine By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Michigan Bureau The politics surrounding just the existence of Chrysler/Dodge/Jeep are complex. Only the future will tell, I suppose, whether our investment - financial and philosophical â has been worth it. Two things Iâ ... Continue reading
2012 Ford Fiesta 5-door Hatchback Review By John Heilig
Aug 31, 2012
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS Model: 2012 Ford Fiesta 5-door hatchback Engine: 1.6-liter DOHC I4 Horsepower/Torque: 120 hp @ 6,350 rpm/122 lb.-ft. @ 5,000 rpm Transmission: 6-speed automatic Wheelbase: 98.0 in. Length/Width/Height: 160.1 x 67.8 x 58.0 in. Tires: P185/60R15 Cargo volume: 15.4 cu. ft. ... Continue reading
2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Evo MR Review by Fireball Tim Lawrence
Aug 30, 2012
It's fun, youthful, cantankerous and horny By Fireball Tim I always struggle to find one word that really describes a certain vehicle. Words that have depth, but without getting too metaphysical. Although, that isn't a bad thing, you have to realize that words are all we have to convey an idea. Mitsubishi is one of tho ... Continue reading
2012 Chrysler 300 S Review - Hitting On All Eight By Larry Nutson
Aug 27, 2012
2012 Chrysler 300S Hitting on all eight by Larry Nutson Senior Editor, Chicago Bureau The Auto Channel (IMG_4056) Hitting on all eight usually refers to engine cylinders. In this case Iâm referring to the eight speeds of the 300Sâ ZF automatic transmission. Mated up to the 292HP 3.6-liter V6 this powertrain c ... Continue reading
Heels on Wheels: 2012 Acura TSX Sport Wagon Review
Aug 26, 2012
HEELS ON WHEELS By Katrina Ramser San Francisco Bureau The Auto Channel INTRO TO THE ACURA SPORT WAGON VEHICLE Now in its second year of production, the Acura TSX Sport Wagon combines the popular sedan versionâs four-cylinder efficiency and straightforward entry-level luxury into a five-passenger family wagon that ... Continue reading
2012 Fiat 500 Abarth Review By John Heilig
Aug 23, 2012
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS Model: 2012 Fiat Abarth Engine: 1.4-liter turbocharged I4 Horsepower/Torque: 160 hp @ 5,500 rpm/170 lb.-ft. @ 2,500-4,000 rpm Transmission: 5-speed manual Wheelbase: 90.6 in. Length/Width/Height: 144.4 x 73.5 x 58.7 in. Tires: P195/45R16 Cargo volume: 9.5/26.8 cu. ft. ... Continue reading
Fireball Tim Tackles Snowboarding and a 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe +VIDEO
Aug 20, 2012
HOLLYWOOD, CA - August 20, 2012: Not only is Fireball Tim trying to make the planet cooler, in this episode Fireball goes to Big Bear Ski Area to give us a cool break from the summer heat. ... Continue reading
2012 Volkswagen Golf R Review - Lots of Fast for Lots of Cash - By Larry Nutson
Aug 20, 2012
2012 Volkswagen Golf R Lots of fast for lots of cash by Larry Nutson Senior Editor, Chicago Bureau The Auto Channel (IMG_3969) Let me say this right off the bat, the fun-to-drive quotient of VWâs Golf R is very high. I didnât even think about trying to get good fuel economy during my week-long test drive. As ... Continue reading
2012 Suzuki Kizashi Sport GTS AWD Review By Dan Poler
Aug 19, 2012
By Dan Poler Colorado Bureau The Auto Channel One translation of the Japanese word Kizashi means âsomething great is comingâ â an interesting choice of name for Suzukiâs compact/midsize ââtweenerâ vehicle first released for the 2010 model year. Perhaps Suzuki intended this to put its ... Continue reading
Ride Along with Fireball Tim in a Corvette ZO6 +VIDEO
Aug 17, 2012
HOLLYWOOD, CA - August 17, 2012: Fireball Tim grabs a Corvette ZO6 for some Pacific Coast Highway tooling. Great review on the car. ... Continue reading
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