Nov 9, 2006
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2007 Volvo XC90 3.2 The XC90 has been a success for Volvo, and that's no surprise. Introduced as Volvo's first SUV in mid-2002, the XC90 combined all of the safety and comfort for which Volvos, especially Volvo wagons, were and are known with more room. It was a hit with both exist ... Continue reading
2007 Jeep Compass Limited 4x4 Review
Nov 1, 2006
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2007 Jeep Compass Limited 4x4 Jeep is finding a new direction with the 2007 Compass. The pun is irresistible, and also true. The Compass is something new for Jeep, an urban/suburban-oriented crossover vehicle. It's meant to bring in new customers, people who previously wouldn't hav ... Continue reading
2006 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Review
Oct 31, 2006
CORVETTE Z06 Iâm a Believer, AgainBy Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Detroit Bureau Over the last few weeks Iâve been reintroduced to the Corvette. Iâve not been a big fan since the Sting Rays of the sixties when two of my brothers and a few friends owned âVettes. The Sting Ray (second generation) we ... Continue reading
Oct 28, 2006
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2007 Nissan Sentra S The just-introduced sixth-generation Nissan Sentra has grown up. It's larger, especially inside, very well-equipped, yet still reasonably priced and offers a more upscale experience than expected from a compact sedan. The debut of the smaller and less-expensive ... Continue reading
2007 Ford Edge Crossover Review
Oct 26, 2006
FORD EDGE 2007 A Crucial Leg of the Journey of Fordâs Way Forward By Steve Purdy The Auto Channel Detroit Bureau We had a close look at, and a little wheel time in, Fordâs fresh new mid-size crossover sport-utility (CUV) called Edge in San Francisco last week. First presented at the Detroit auto show last Jan ... Continue reading
Oct 25, 2006
Commentary BMWâS NEW âNOT AN SUVâ AD CAMPAIGN FOR THE X3 IS CERTAINLY WELCOME By Marty Bernstein, Marketing-Advertising Editor The Auto Channel Advertising for SUVs is almost dead. Well, at least comatose ⦠and this is good for most television viewers. Letâs face it; the majority of SUV commerc ... Continue reading
Oct 21, 2006
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS Model: 2007 Nissan Sentra SL Engine: 2.0-liter DOHC I-4 Horsepower/Torque: 140 hp @ 5100 rpm/147 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm Transmission: CVT Wheelbase: 105.7 in. Length x Width x Height: 179.8 x 70.5 x 59.5 in. Tires: 16-inch Cargo volume: 13.1 cu. ft. ... Continue reading
2007 Subaru WRX TR Sedan Review
Oct 20, 2006
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2007 Subaru WRX TR Sedan The Subaru WRX, the original rally car for the road, got the first major changes of its American-market career, for the 2006 model year. If the new-look nose restyling was the most apparent change, the most significant revisions were under the aluminum hood ... Continue reading
2007 Dodge Durango Limited 4X4 Review
Oct 16, 2006
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS Model: Dodge Durango Limited 4X4 Engine: 5.7-liter HEMI V8 Horsepower/Torque: 335 hp @ 5200 rpm/370 lb.-ft. @ 4200 rpm Transmission: 5-speed automatic Wheelbase: 119.2 in. Length x Width x Height: 200.8 x 76.0 x 74.3 in. Tires: P265/60R18 OWL on-off-road Cargo volume: 102.4 c ... Continue reading
Oct 12, 2006
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS Model: Volkswagen GTI Engine: 2.0-liter turbocharged I4 Horsepower/Torque: 200 hp @ 5100 rpm/207 lb.-ft. @ 1800 rpm Transmission: 6-speed automatic with manual mode Wheelbase: 101.5 in. Length x Width x Height: 164.9 x 68.3 x 56.7 in. Tires: P225/45R17H Cargo volume: 41.8 cu. ... Continue reading
Plug-In Hybrids (PHEV) Information
Oct 11, 2006
Plug-In Hybrids Information Gas: Optional Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs) are outfitted with a battery pack sufficient to power the vehicle from 20 to 60 miles on battery charge alone. Considering that half the cars on Americaâs roads are driven 25 miles a day or less, a plug-in with a 25-mile range batte ... Continue reading
Oct 11, 2006
By Carey Russ I'm driving out of Temecula, California, toward San Diego on mountain roads that have been used for so many automotive introductions over the years that they are almost as familiar as home. And the car is perfect, at home in its natural habitat. The suspension is tight, but not overly-firm, for comfort an ... Continue reading
Review of Forbes' 2007 Mercedes GL450 Test Drive
Oct 10, 2006
Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on October 10th, 2006 At 9:05 AM CST Taking a break from their usual financial banter and investment advice, the boys of Forbes recently decided to test their skills as automotive reviewers, positioning themselves behind the wheel of what is the unquestionable potentate of seven-passenge ... Continue reading
Oct 8, 2006
As a long time Mazda RX-7 convertible owner (1990) I have a soft spot in my heart and in my head for almost any new model from the Hiroshima based Mother Company. Over the years I have driven some great new cars from Mazdaâ¦the RX-Great (8), Mazda 3, MPV, MX-5 (Miata) and the Mazda6 Sport Wagon...so when on a trek ... Continue reading
The Microcar Concept From 100MPG Moonbeam Builder
Oct 8, 2006
The concept of a 'microcar' is that of building an enclosed automobile on a very small and light scale. This often means using motorcycle and motorscooter components. You might think this concept is new, so look at the website microcarmuseum.com How I poured over that website, studying every car. When I got to the 1977 ... Continue reading
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