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Mercedes Introduces Armored S-Class

Mercedes Introduces Armored S-Class

Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on November 9, 2005 at 8:50 AM CST What do the President, Columbia's largest exporter of cocaine, and the Pope all have in common? They all need protection. Sure, they could all drive around in M1 Abrams tanks, but protection isn't enough. Prominent officials (and drug dealers) want more ... Continue reading

2006 Mazda Miata MX-5 Grand Touring Review

2006 Mazda Miata MX-5 Grand Touring Review

THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS MODEL: Mazda Miata MX-5 Grand Touring ENGINE: 2.0-liter DOHC I4 HORSEPOWER/TORQUE: 166 hp @ 7600 rpm/140 lb.-ft. @ 5000 rpm TRANSMISSION: 6-speed automatic with manual mode WHEELBASE: 89.2 in. LENGTH x WIDTH x HEIGHT: 155.7 x 66.0 x 48.4 in. TIRES: P205/45R17 CARGO VOLUME: 5. ... Continue reading

Mercedes-Benz CLS Vs. BMW 645Ci by eMercedesBenz

Mercedes-Benz CLS Vs. BMW 645Ci by eMercedesBenz

Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on November 8, 2005 at 10:30 AM CST When it comes to German auto makers, there's no rivalry greater than that of Mercedes and BMW. It's a delicate subject that I'm sure everyone can weigh in on, and one that I have received numerous emails about. So to briefly answer your question, here' ... Continue reading

Nissan Titan 4x4 SE Review

Nissan Titan 4x4 SE Review

NISSAN TITAN 4X4 SE A Truck for the Manly Man By Steve Purdy Detroit Bureau Another testament to the ability of Japanese automobile manufacturers to compete in segments formerly dominated by US makers is the Nissan Titan full-size pickup. Right out of the box Nissan was up to speed when the truck was introduced in Janu ... Continue reading

2006 Volkswagen Passat V6 Review

2006 Volkswagen Passat V6 Review

Driving Down the Road With Carey Russ 2006 Volkswagen Passat V6 Volkswagen has long been known for its small cars, but up until 1998, few people even know that the VW made midsize sedans. Sales of the Dasher in the 1970s, the Quantum in the `80s, and the Passat in the `90s were virtually unnoticed in that most popular ... Continue reading

2006 Chrysler Crossfire Roadster Review

2006 Chrysler Crossfire Roadster Review

THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS MODEL: Chrysler Crossfire Roadster ENGINE: 3.2-liter V6 HORSEPOWER/TORQUE: 215 hp @ 5,700 rpm/229 lb.-ft. @ 3,000 rpm TRANSMISSION: 5-speed automatic WHEELBASE: 94.5 in. LENGTH x WIDTH x HEIGHT: 159.8 x 69.5 x 51.8 in. TIRES: 225/40ZR18 (front)/ 255/35ZR19 (rear) CARGO VOLUME ... Continue reading

Mercedes SLK And BMW Z4 Comparison

Mercedes SLK And BMW Z4 Comparison

Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on November 2, 2005 at 9:30 AM CST Forbes published a rather brief look at the Mercedes-Benz SLK and BMW Z4 today. If you don't want to know the findings of the article, then don't read any further. According to the author, "Neither the SLK nor the Z4 is inherently better than the other. ... Continue reading

2006 Ford Fusion Review

2006 Ford Fusion Review

by Thom Cannell<p> Fusion is a new and vital mid-sized Ford is aimed directly at the heart of Asia, Inc. At a base price of just $17,795, it challenges low cost Korean vehicles with similar in-line four-cylinder engines and five-speed manual transmissions. At $22,360 the premium SEL Fusion offers a 221 horsepower, V6, ... Continue reading

Bye-Bye Detroit?, Los Angeles Auto Show Receives OICA Sanctioning for 2007 Show

Bye-Bye Detroit?, Los Angeles Auto Show Receives OICA Sanctioning for 2007 Show

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 31 -- The Organisation Internationale des Constructeurs d'Automobiles (OICA), the world automobile trade association, has officially named the Los Angeles Auto Show as one of its sanctioned international exhibitions for the 2006 auto show season. The recognition is effective for the 2007 LA Auto Show ... Continue reading

Does Mercedes Have Schizophrenia?

Does Mercedes Have Schizophrenia?

Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on October 31, 2005 at 8:55 AM CST Welcome everyone, how was your weekend? I was lucky enough to take a two day vacation, and I have to tell you, it was magnificent. In short, the article deals with the topic of brands having multiple personality disorders. One example the writer gave wa ... Continue reading

2006 Nissan Xterra OR-V6 4X4 Review

2006 Nissan Xterra OR-V6 4X4 Review

THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS MODEL: Nissan Xterra OR-V6 4X4 ENGINE: 4.0-liter DOHC V6 HORSEPOWER/TORQUE: 265 hp @ 5600 rpm/284 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm TRANSMISSION: 5-speed automatic WHEELBASE: 106.3 in. LENGTH x WIDTH x HEIGHT: 178.7 x 72.8 x 74.9 in. TIRES: P265/75R16 CARGO VOLUME: 65.7 cu. ft. ... Continue reading

Great Road Trips From Donna Vissing - Amelia Island

Great Road Trips From Donna Vissing - Amelia Island

Discover Amelia Island Plantation By Donna Vissing Travel Vacation, a relaxing weekend, a business conference, or destination wedding site, the staff is prepared and experienced in creating fun and memories. ... Continue reading

2006 Toyota Highlander Hybrid 4x2 Review

2006 Toyota Highlander Hybrid 4x2 Review

DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD With Carey Russ 2006 Toyota Highlander Hybrid 4x2 While the usefulness of an SUV may be hard to question, the fuel consumption of most such vehicles is very questionable, especially in light of current fuel costs. So what could be more appropriate than a usefully-sized hybrid SUV? Toyota's hybrid ... Continue reading

2006 Pontiac Solstice Review

2006 Pontiac Solstice Review

By Steve Purdy Detroit Bureau Let&#8217;s review GM&#8217;s history of producing two-seat sports cars. First, the Corvette was brought out in 1953 considerably underpowered but sexy enough to compete with the popular underpowered British sports cars of the day. Fortunately, the introduction of the small-block V-8 in &# ... Continue reading

Survey: Cars impress the opposite sex

Survey: Cars impress the opposite sex

Posted by www.LeftlaneNews.com on October 25, 2005 at 4:17 PM EST http://www.leftlanenews.com/?p=352 Men and women agree that when it comes to dating cars make an impression, according to a Ford Fusion &#8220;Life in Drive&#8221; Dating Survey that polled more than 400 singles and revealed a whopping 89 percent of male ... Continue reading

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