Jul 30, 2006
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS Model: Hyundai Azera SE Engine: 3.8-liter DOHC V6 Horsepower/Torque: 263 hp @ 6000 rpm/255 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm Transmission: 5-speed automatic with Shiftronic Wheelbase: 109.4 in. Length x Width x Height: 192.7 x 72.8 x 58.7 in. Tires: 225/60HR16 Cargo volume: 16.6 cu. ft. ... Continue reading
Jul 28, 2006
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2006 Mazda5 Touring It could be confusing. There a Mazda MX-5, and there is a Mazda5. But place the two side by side, and confusion evaporates. The MX-5, also known as the Miata, is the best-selling two-seat roadster in history. The Mazda5 is a... ??? Taxonomy fails at times like t ... Continue reading
Jul 24, 2006
IRVINE, Calif.--July 24, 2006-- Camry Outpaces Civic to Take Overall Most Requested Vehicle Spot Autobytel Inc. today released its Consumer Choice report for the second quarter of 2006, revealing the new vehicle buying decisions made on the company's popular automotive web sites from April through June(a). Looking at t ... Continue reading
2006 Hyundai Azera Limited Review
Jul 20, 2006
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2006 Hyundai Azera Limited Hyundai is serious about competing with the established players in the automotive world, and none of its products show this intent better than its flagship Azera sedan. All new for the 2006 model year, the Azera could be seen as a replacement for Hyundai' ... Continue reading
2006 Pontiac G6 GTP Convertible Review
Jul 13, 2006
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2006 Pontiac G6 GTP Convertible General Motors has been criticized for many things in recent years, but its Pontiac division has scored big with the G6 Convertible, released just in time for summer. Not only is it a four-seat convertible, a rarity in this day, it's a reasonably-pri ... Continue reading
Jul 7, 2006
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2006 Volkswagen GTI The Volkswagen GTI has always had character, but that character has changed over the years since its 1983 American debut. Back then it emphasized performance at a low price, offering nearly the abilities of some big-name German sports sedans at a substantial dis ... Continue reading
Jul 5, 2006
NISSAN âZâ COUPE Fast and Furious By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Detroit Bureau Hereâs another of those cars I really donât want to give up at the end of the week. As regular readers have probably come to know, Iâm particularly fond of sports cars. And this is a great one. Thinking about the ... Continue reading
Letter From Europe: Fairytales DO Come True!
Jul 3, 2006
By Andrew Frankl European Bureau Chief The following story is the nearest thing to a fairy tale for lovers of fine cars. It is definitely not about green cars. Not, I hasten to add because there is anything wrong with green cars but because the cars my son and I have been driving at speeds of up to 285 km/h are most ce ... Continue reading
Jun 24, 2006
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2006 Pontiac Solstice Pontiac's mission in the General Motors family is to make performance-oriented cars, and what could be better a better way to draw attention than a sports car? Especially a small, nimble, and affordable sports car that emphasizes handling and finesse over brut ... Continue reading
2006 Pontiac Solstice - A Personal View
Jun 24, 2006
2006 Pontiac Solstice: A Personal Look (c) Carey Russ 2006 The Mazda MX-5 Miata is the Solstice's number one competitor, and comparison is inevitable. The first time I drove the Solstice was at a GM presentation last Fall, only a short time after I'd spent two weeks with new Miatas - one a manual with sport options, th ... Continue reading
Maxi Interview with Mini's USA Chief Jim McDowell
Jun 22, 2006
By Marty Bernstein AIADA Contributing Editor McDowell shows off the new Mini uniform. Can a guy with a Masters Degree in the esoteric field of public policy analysis and administration from Harvard University sell cars? If that guy happens to be James L. (Jim) McDowell, the answer is not just yes, rather itâs an e ... Continue reading
Jun 21, 2006
HYUNDAI ACCENT A Cute Little Thing By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Detroit Bureau Automotively speaking the Japanese began eating our lunch 30 years ago by producing economical, dependable practical cars â better than US products at the time. Now the Koreans, in the US market for about 20 years, are beginning to ... Continue reading
Jun 19, 2006
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2006 Honda Civic Si The letters ``Si'' have magic meaning to Honda enthusiasts, as they denote the hottest and sportiest Civic model. When the first Civic Si debuted as a hatchback in 1986 with a 91-horsepower, 1.5-liter engine, it was one of the quickest and best-handling small ca ... Continue reading
Jun 16, 2006
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., June 16 -- Jeep(R) has seven models in the 2007 model year, the most available to retail consumers at one time in the 65-year history of Jeep vehicles. "Jeep is the Swiss Army knife of the SUV market," said John Plecha, Director - Jeep Marketing and Global Communications. "No other automotive manuf ... Continue reading
Jun 14, 2006
HONDA CIVIC Si Hondaâs Boy/Girl Racer By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel Detroit Bureau More accolades for Honda. Civic has garnered praise and awards from all automotive quarters since its introduction late last year for innovative design, top-drawer engineering, unmatched performance and, of course, a reputation for ... Continue reading
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