Hyundai Genesis and Elantra Named AutoPacific 2009 Ideal Vehicle Award Winners - VIDEO ENHANCED
Jun 30, 2009
Hyundai Models Top Audi and Ford Competitors in Respective Categories FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., June 29 -- Automotive research and consulting firm AutoPacific named the Hyundai Genesis and Hyundai Elantra 2009 Ideal Vehicles in their respective categories. In the Aspirational Luxury Car category, the Hyundai Genesis bea ... Continue reading
Jun 28, 2009
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2009 BMW 128i Coupe What is a "sports car"? The classic definition once was: a two-seat roadster, a car stripped to the essentials for going fast. Which meant minimal weather protection, in purest form not even a folding top or side windows, never mind passenger heating or cooling. ... Continue reading
2009 Audi Q7 Quattro TDI Review - VIDEO ENHANCED
Jun 26, 2009
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS Model: 2009 Audi Q7 Diesel Engine: 3.0-liter TDI diesel V6 Horsepower/Torque: 225 hp @ 3750 rpm/406 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm Transmission: 6-speed automatic with Tiptronic Wheelbase: 118.2 in Length/Width/Height: 200.2 x 78.1 x 68.4 in. Tires: P265/50R19 Cargo volume: 10.9/42.0/72. ... Continue reading
2009 Volkswagen Routan SE Minivan Review
Jun 26, 2009
2009 VOLKSWAGEN ROUTAN SE By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Detroit Bureau Volkswagen announced a few years ago a particularly ambitious plan to become one of the major players in the US market, that is, to sell 800,000 units by 2018. At that time VW was more of a niche marketer with mostly great performing small sedan ... Continue reading
Volkswagen of America Supports Government Fleet Modernization Program 'Cash for Clunkers'
Jun 19, 2009
Vehicle in each of Volkswagen's 2009 model lineup qualifies for program--Consumers can receive up to $4500 government voucher off purchase of new Volkswagen HERNDON, Va., June 19 -- Volkswagen of America, Inc. today announced its support of the government funded 'Cash for Clunkers' program that will provide either $3,5 ... Continue reading
Kbb.com Names 2009 Top 10 Coolest New Cars Under $18,000
Jun 19, 2009
Editors Choose Top Cool, Affordable Rides; Growing Emphasis on Personality, Versatility, Technology IRVINE, Calif., June 19 -- The 2009 Top 10 Coolest New Cars Under $18,000, www.kbb.com/coolcars2009, were named today by the expert editors from Kelley Blue Book, www.kbb.com, the leading provider of new car and used car ... Continue reading
Jun 18, 2009
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS â 2009 Nissan cube SL Model: Nissan cube SL Engine: 1.8-liter I4 Horsepower/Torque: 122 hp @ 5,200 rpm/127 lb.-ft. @ 4,800 rpm Transmission: Xtronic CVT Wheelbase: 99.6 in. Length/Width/Height: 156.7 x 66.7 x 65.0 in. Tires: P195/55R16 Cargo volume: 11.4/58.1 cu. ft. ... Continue reading
2009 Volkswagen CC Luxury Review
Jun 17, 2009
2009 VOLKSWAGON CC LUXURY Sleekest VW Yet By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Detroit Bureau Just a couple of months ago I reviewed the VW CC 4Motion VR6. You may have seen it here on TheAutoChannel.com. Well, this week we have the VW CC in its turbo 4-cylinder iteration. If youâve read any of my reviews of other ho ... Continue reading
Jun 14, 2009
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2009 Acura RL CMBS A Legend is a tough act to follow, but that's what the first RL did in mid-1996 when Acura replaced its original Legend nameplate with the alphabetic designator. As Acura's flagship luxury-performance sedan, the RL has always combined a high degree of technology, ... Continue reading
2009 Lincoln MKS Review By John Heilig
Jun 14, 2009
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS: 2009 Lincoln MKS Model: Lincoln MKS Engine: 3.7-liter DOHC V6 Horsepower/Torque: 273 hp @ 6,250 rpm/270 lb.-ft. @ 4,250 rpm Transmission: 6-speed automatic with Select Shift Wheelbase: 112.9 in. Length/Width/Height: 204.1 x 75.9 x 61.6 in. Tires: P255/45R19 Cargo volume: 18. ... Continue reading
2009 Volkswagen Passat CC Review
Jun 10, 2009
The 2009 Volkswagen Passat CC is the German automaker's contribution to the mid-size four-door coupe class. ... Continue reading
Jun 10, 2009
Jun 10, 2009
The 2009 Suzuki XL7 is a midsized crossover that's sportin' a new transmission. ... Continue reading
Jun 10, 2009
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