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2017 Volkswagen Jetta 1.8T SEL Auto - Heels on Wheels Review

2017 Volkswagen Jetta 1.8T SEL Auto - Heels on Wheels Review

Volkswagen has changed their approach to the Jetta over the years, and appears to have traded their elites status for a more affordable one. ... Continue reading

Car Review: 2017 Infiniti Q50 3.0t Sport AWD Review by Carey Russ

Car Review: 2017 Infiniti Q50 3.0t Sport AWD Review by Carey Russ

When it first appeared back in 2002, the Infiniti G35 was a revelation. A cruise missile aimed at Stuttgart, Munich, and Ingolstadt, the G35 was the first Japanese sports-luxury sedan to compete on equal terms with the dominant Germans, even besting them in some eyes. ... Continue reading

2017 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro Review By John Heilig

2017 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro Review By John Heilig

The TRD Pro looks tough. Again, according to Toyota, “its heritage-inspired ‘TOYOTA’ front grille with color-keyed surround, blacked-out hood scoop and graphic, color-keyed power outside mirrors with turn signal indicators, color-keyed door handles, black overfenders, and color-keyed rear bumper” serve to separ ... Continue reading

Car Review: 2017 Honda Accord Hybrid Touring Review By John Heilig

Car Review: 2017 Honda Accord Hybrid Touring Review By John Heilig

the Honda Accord does a great job at its main function. It also does a great job for the person behind the wheel because of its excellent fuel economy thanks to its second generation two-motor hybrid system. We averaged 42.5 mpg in our test, and while it didn’t approach the EPA estimates, it was still impressive. Ple ... Continue reading

2017 Hyundai Elantra Sport Review By John Heilig

2017 Hyundai Elantra Sport Review By John Heilig

2017 Hyundai Elantra Sport Review By John Heilig ... Continue reading

HEELS ON WHEELS: 2017 GENESIS G80 REVIEW

HEELS ON WHEELS: 2017 GENESIS G80 REVIEW

HEELS ON WHEELS: 2017 GENESIS G80 REVIEW ... Continue reading

2017 Fiat 124 Spider Review by Larry Nutson +VIDEO

2017 Fiat 124 Spider Review by Larry Nutson +VIDEO

2017 Fiat 124 Spider High sun and fun factor Fiat disappeared from U.S. shores back in 1983 and made its return in 2009 with the 2-door Cinquecento, the 500. Now adding to the coupes, cabrios and small crossovers sold here by Fiat, the sporty, Italian flair of Fiat has emerged again with the new 2017 Fiat 124 Spider. T ... Continue reading

2017 Audi A4 quattro Review and Road Trip By Larry Nutson

2017 Audi A4 quattro Review and Road Trip By Larry Nutson

2017 Audi A4 Quattro Review and Road Trip By Larry Nutson ... Continue reading

2017 Ford Fusion Hybrid Titanium Review by Carey Russ +VIDEO

2017 Ford Fusion Hybrid Titanium Review by Carey Russ +VIDEO

2017 Ford Fusion Hybrid Titanium Review by Carey Russ +VIDEO DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS Typically for a car in the middle of its product cycle, Ford’s popular Fusion gets a styling freshening this year. It’s so subtle that you may not notice, but given this generation of Fusion’s good looks, that’s g ... Continue reading

HEELS ON WHEELS: 2017 FORD C-MAX REVIEW

HEELS ON WHEELS: 2017 FORD C-MAX REVIEW

The C-MAX beltline has grown more aerodynamic and overall the design is more appealing than the upright boxy shape it first entered the market in. The battery pack places a limit on storage abilities, yet you’re getting more than a sedan and in some cases smaller SUVs. ... Continue reading

2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid Plug and Play - Review By Larry Nutson

2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid Plug and Play - Review By Larry Nutson

Taking the minivan a step further, the Pacifica Hybrid provides a class-exclusive, innovative hybrid powertrain. It’s the first electrified vehicle in the minivan segment and achieves 84 miles per gallon equivalent (MPGe) in electric-only mode and 33 miles of all-electric range. ... Continue reading

2017 BMW X3 xDrive28i Review By John Heilig

2017 BMW X3 xDrive28i Review By John Heilig

Being a BMW it also has some zip. The 2.0-liter Twin turbo 4 is rated at 240 hp and 260 lb.-ft. of torque, but since the X3 weighs in at 4,150 pounds, it carries a relatively high 17.3 pounds-per-horsepower rating. The X3’s start-stop technology, which makes it act more like a hybrid, works to save some fuel. However ... Continue reading

HEELS ON WHEELS: 2017 FORD EDGE REVIEW

HEELS ON WHEELS: 2017 FORD EDGE REVIEW

The Ford Edge is a roomier two-row crossover than most, which can be a nice change if you’re feeling cramped inside compact SUVs ... Continue reading

HEELS ON WHEELS: 2017 GENESIS G90 REVIEW

HEELS ON WHEELS: 2017 GENESIS G90 REVIEW

HEELS ON WHEELS By Katrina Ramser San Francisco Bureau The Auto Channel INTRO TO THE GENESIS G90 VEHICLE The all-new Genesis G90 is a full-sized sedan loaded up with so much premium style and features it can rival any European counterpart. It’s also a contender in the performance category thanks to a response set of ... Continue reading

2017 Ford Fusion V6 Sport Family Sedan Review By Larry Nutson

2017 Ford Fusion V6 Sport Family Sedan Review By Larry Nutson

Ford says Fusion customers are 48 on average, while Fusion Sport buyers are a a bit younger with an average age of 45 years. ... Continue reading

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