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2010 Toyota 4Runner First Impressions
Friday, November 20, 2009
"More stuff to break". Though most rest assured that reliability has advanced with technology, the above remains a common statement from off-road fanatics learning about the latest driver-assist electronics.
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Pricing Announced for 2010 Honda Crosstour
Thursday, November 19, 2009
TORONTO, - The all-new 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour is set to debut at Honda dealerships across Canada on November 24 with a manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) of $34,900 for the EX-L two-wheel-drive model. There is also an EX-L four-wheel-drive version and a top-of-the-line EX-L Navi trim with Honda's satellite-linked navigation system. All Crosstour models feature a 271-horsepower 3.5-litre V6 engine.
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Chevrolet at the Los Angeles International Auto Show
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
DETROIT - Chevrolet affirms its commitment to fuel solutions and building refined, eco-friendly vehicles with the debut of the U.S. production version of the Cruze sedan at the Los Angeles Auto Show, on Dec. 2. The Cruze, along with the much-anticipated Volt electric vehicle, will give visitors to the L.A. show a close-up view of Chevrolet's expanding lineup of gas-friendly to gas-free products.
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2010 BMW X6 ActiveHybrid First Impressions
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
Bal Harbour, Florida. A lot of rich and famous people own a pied-à-terre in Florida --that's a fact. Forbes magazine actually counted over 20 Floridians among the richest men and women in the world. Therefore, it's no surprise that BMW chose an upscale suburb of the Miami area to introduce international auto journalists to the all-new 2010 BMW X6 ActiveHybrid, a.k.a. the most powerful production hybrid SUV in the world.
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New Biomaterial Debuts In 2010 Ford Flex
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
DEARBORN, Mich.,- Ford Motor Company, working with academic researchers and one of its suppliers, is the first automaker to develop and use environmentally friendly wheat straw-reinforced plastic in a vehicle.
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2010 Nissan Rogue SL AWD Review
Monday, November 16, 2009
I've written often about this subject in the past and recent sales results have typically justified my thoughts. This is a product-driven market. This means that not only must carmakers offer a vehicle in just about every segment, it must be interesting, it has to have that "je-ne-sais-quoi" to capture consumers and their typically short attention spans.
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2010 Honda Accord Crosstour First Impressions
Wednesday, November 04, 2009
Malton, Ontario -- Even if they need the room, North Americans tend not to opt for minivans and station wagons. At the same time, this group seems instinctively drawn to all-wheel drive. Not too long ago these customers gravitated to SUVs. Now they're driving crossovers.
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Toyota at SEMA 2009 : Yaris, Tacoma, Venza
Tuesday, November 03, 2009
2009 SEMA - Hard Kandy Yaris 002
The Toyota Yaris is known for offering its owners a stylish package, with an emphasis on value. Yaris buyers have creative spirits and when it comes to their vehicle, these owners value a balanced blend of style and feature content to reflect their own personalities. Toyota Motor Sales, USA, Inc.
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2010 Hyundai Tucson Preview
Saturday, November 14, 2009
The outgoing Tucson, introduced in 2005, is and was Hyundai's oldest product on the show floor. In case you were wondering, the Azera is next up and it should be replaced by the all-new Equus sometime in late summer or fall 2010 as a 2011.
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2009 Porsche Cayenne GTS Review
Thursday, November 19, 2009
When she made her famous spaghetti sauce, my mother always told me it was very important not to forget the one ingredient that makes the difference between a good sauce and a bad one. That ingredient, she said, is cayenne pepper, and it does indeed make all the difference.
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2009 Porsche Cayenne Turbo S Review
Sunday, October 18, 2009
A sport-utility vehicle in Porsche's line-up of cars might seem like a sin, but the fact is that this year, the Cayenne is outselling the 911 as well as the Boxster and Cayman combined.
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2009 Nissan Murano LE AWD Review
Sunday, October 25, 2009
Beyond its chiseled physique and distinctive looks, the 2009 Nissan Murano is actually a pretty straightforward machine. After all, the Japanese automaker's plan was to build a unique midsize CUV that's unmistakable at first glance.
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2010 Acura ZDX First Impressions
Friday, October 09, 2009
As automotive design moves forwards for some, backwards for others, the challenge remains to captivate and retain people's attention and imagination. This is especially true when a manufacturer introduces a new product on an already overly saturated market. If you are launching the next-generation Corolla, new boundaries need not be conquered. On the other hand, in the case of a new crossover sedan hatchback with coupe aspirations, a new playing field must be constructed.
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2010 Honda Accord Crosstour Offers Innovation in Space Utilization
Wednesday, October 07, 2009
The all-new 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour will feature a versatile, upscale 5-passenger interior with an innovative rear storage area, a standard 3.5-liter i-VTEC V-6 engine and available four-wheel drive when it goes on sale in November, American Honda Motor Co., Inc., announced today.
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Preh Developed The 'Center Stack' For 2010 Chevrolet Equinox
Saturday, October 10, 2009
NOVI, Mich., - Preh, a leading German supplier of automotive driver controls, sensors and electronic control units, developed the "center stack" for the 2010 MY Chevrolet Equinox, now in series production. The system integrates all the control functions of the center console in a compact way, and contains in addition to the controls for radio, navigation and climate, the switches for the safety functions.
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Mitsubishi Concept PX-MiEV
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
Powered by the new Mitsubishi Plug-in Hybrid System, which significantly extends the frequency a hybrid vehicle is driven in EV mode, the Mitsubishi Concept PX*2-MiEV*3 returns fuel economy in excess of 50 km/liter. The Mitsubishi Concept PX-MiEV is a new-generation concept car that balances high environmental performance with road performance by utilizing differential motors and Mitsubishi's all-new S-AWC (Super All Wheel Control), that utilizes E-AYC (Electric-powered Active Yaw Control) which transfers torque to the rear left and right wheels.
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2009 Dodge Journey SXT Review (video)
Monday, October 19, 2009
It's nice to see at least one American automaker staying true to their family-hauling roots. In a market where crossover SUVs have largely made the minivan irrelevant, Chrysler and Dodge are the only remaining American brands that continue to offer one.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz GL320 BlueTEC 4MATIC Review
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
The Mercedes-Benz GL320 BlueTec is nothing less than a missionary. Its mission? Convert those who still doubt the quality of the diesel engine and its eco-friendly properties. To do so, it has enlisted a cutting edge technology dubbed BlueTec that limits both fuel consumption and harmful emissions.
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2009 Volkswagen Touareg 2 TDI Highline 4MOTION Review
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
From the moment the Touareg hit the market, auto critics have applauded its off-road capabilities and comfortable ride. However, the SUV's girth and weight never allowed it to be reasonable on gas. It didn't matter if you chose the V6 or the V8 (the V8 is no longer available in Canada), all Touaregs had an appetite for fuel, which isn't unusual for this type of vehicle.
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2010 Toyota 4Runner Overview
Thursday, September 24, 2009
BARRIE, ON, - In 1984, Toyota's revolutionary first Toyota 4Runner sport utility vehicle (SUV) was launched, based on the mechanics of the four-wheel-drive Toyota pickup truck, combined with the versatility and go-anywhere ability with comfort and utility. Twenty-five years and four generations later, the 4Runner remains close to its roots. To date, more than 103,225 Canadians have purchased the 4Runner and discovered both on- and off-road adventure.
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2010 Mazda CX-7 GX First Impressions
Friday, September 25, 2009
Mazda's motivation behind the new 2010 CX-7 is simple: widen the client base. Here's the deal. The CX-7 compact crossover was launched in 2006 as a 2007 model. Since then, over 8,000 units have been sold across the country. But Mazda is raising the bar - by lowering it. The automaker is aiming for the bottom-end, to be precise. You see, the all-wheel-drive CX-7 with 244-hp turbo engine occupies the middle of the range in the compact crossover segment, leaving the low-end to the Toyota RAV4 and Honda CRV, which respectively account for 15 and 10% of the market.
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Kia Motors America introduces the all-new 2011 Sorento CUV
Thursday, September 24, 2009
Kia Motors continues its full-fledged design and vehicle lineup transformation and today Kia Motors America (KMA) introduces the all-new 2011 Sorento CUV. The first vehicle to roll off the line at Kia Motors' state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in West Point, Georgia, the new Sorento adopts Kia signature design cues and offers the U.S. market a well-equipped, well-appointed and versatile CUV suited perfectly for the time and a fun, dynamic generation of drivers.
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Small Range Rover confirmed for production in 2011
Thursday, September 24, 2009
Gaydon, Warwickshire, - Land Rover has confirmed today that a production version of its exciting LRX concept car will be built. The new car will debut next year and join the Range Rover line-up in 2011.
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The 2010 Honda CR-V was redesigned with more sophistication and refinement
Thursday, September 24, 2009
The redesigned 2010 Honda CR-V adds refinements and upgrades to both the exterior and interior, in addition to new features, improved fuel economy and more power. The CR-V compact crossover SUV goes on sale across Canada today with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) starting at $27,790, unchanged from 2009 pricing.
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2010 GMC Terrain Overview
Tuesday, September 22, 2009
The world suddenly has another midsize crossover nameplate -- the GMC Terrain.
Had GM not restructured, the 2010 Terrain would have been the second-generation Pontiac Torrent.
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2009 Buick Enclave CX Review
Monday, October 12, 2009
Driving the Buick Enclave is not like riding first class, at least in CX trim. However, it's not like coach class, either. So think of it as the business class. The Enclave is a crossover utility vehicle that transpires quality, comfort and a knack for luxury. Aesthetically speaking, it's a very attractive machine with a keen sense of style.
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2009 Acura MDX Technology Review
Tuesday, November 03, 2009
The marketing experts at Acura are clearly not afraid of words. They do not hesitate to label their new MDX as a sport utility vehicle even though this expression is now associated with some of the worst gas-guzzlers in the minds of many consumers.
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2010 Lexus RX 350 Review
Tuesday, November 03, 2009
The RX series has been a "bread and butter" product for Lexus since its introduction in 1999. Along the way, the RX raised the bar in the luxury crossover segment as it matured and evolved into a highly sought-after all-wheel-drive vehicle by those with premium expectations and wallets to match.
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2009 Audi Q7 3.0 TDI quattro Premium Review
Monday, November 09, 2009
I have to admit that I've literally fallen in love with this big crossover. It looks great with its massive, gaping signature Audi maw. Its lines are fluid and despite its intimidating dimensions, you only realize how truly big it is once you're standing beside it.
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Valeo's Tri-Xenon Lighting Technology For the Audi Q7
Friday, September 18, 2009
FRANKFURT, - Valeo's Tri-Xenon lighting technology is being launched as a world first on the new Audi Q7. In addition to traditional high and low beams, the module has a "highway" function activated at 115 km/h which doubles the range of conventional Xenon low beams (from 80 m to 140 m), without dazzling other drivers.
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Jeep Showcases 'Moparized' Wrangler Unlimited
Tuesday, September 15, 2009
FRANKFURT, - Approximately 40 percent of Jeep(R) Wrangler customers who order exterior accent packages will purchase chrome to customize their vehicle. A Mopar-outfitted 2010 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited, on display this week at the Frankfurt Motor Show, showcases a new line of chromed parts and accessories from the minds of Mopar.
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2009 Audi Q5 3.2 FSI quattro Premium Review
Wednesday, September 23, 2009
With Audi, the driving experience is always one little notch above the competition. You always enjoy a little more fun anytime you drive one of these sporty, weather-busting German cars. In fact, thrills behind the wheel of an Audi prevail over any other form of guilty pleasure, regardless of the model. And the new 2009 Audi Q5 -- call it a crossover or an SUV -- is certainly no exception to the rule.
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BMW X5 xDrive35d 10-Year Edition
Friday, September 11, 2009
BMW is to offer a special edition of its popular X5 to mark the range's 10-year production milestone.
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Chevrolet Equinox Fuel Cell Passes 1 Million Miles
Friday, September 11, 2009
The Chevrolet Equinox fuel cell electric vehicles today passed 1 million miles of gasoline and tailpipe pollution-free driving by homemakers, accountants, computer game designers and others using the vehicles every day in real-world conditions.
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Lincoln MKT Pushes New Frontier of Crash-Avoidance Technologies
Sunday, September 13, 2009
The all-new 2010 Lincoln MKT three-row crossover - arriving in dealerships now - is raising the bar not only on luxury, but also on safety after earning a "Top Safety Pick" rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). To earn this designation, a vehicle must receive a rating of "good" in offset frontal-, side- and rear-impact evaluations and offer electronic stability control. The new MKT offers an array of standard crash-protection, crash-avoidance and driver-awareness features, and further solidifies Ford Motor Company's industry-leading number of Top Safety Picks.
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The 2010 Toyota RAV4 Is On Sale At Toyota Dealers Across Canada Today
Wednesday, September 09, 2009
(TORONTO) - There's never been a better time for Canadians to get behind the wheel of a Toyota RAV4. With significant upgrades made earlier this year that added five new two-wheel-drive models, plus a new, more powerful yet more efficient 2.5-litre 4-cylinder engine, there's a 2010 Toyota RAV4 for everyone. Now, for the first time on a Canadian RAV4, the 2010 model offers a stylish Sport Appearance Package that removes the spare wheel from the rear door.
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2010 Cadillac SRX First impressions
Friday, September 04, 2009
White Plains, New York - GM isn't mincing words these days. At the unveiling of the 2010 SRX, Steve Shannon, Cadillac marketing director in the United States, declared outright that "the first-generation SRX was a tweener."
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2009 Chevrolet Traverse 2LT Review
Sunday, September 20, 2009
There is an ongoing, perhaps never ending, discussion about SUVs and large vehicles and their place in this ravenous World of ours. "Big SUVs are bad", "Large vehicles pollute too much" and the ever-popular "What the heck do they need such a large truck for?" are sentences typically uttered by those that consider themselves green and friends of the planet.
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Volkswagen Accessories Products For The Tiguan
Sunday, September 06, 2009
Dreieich, Germany - Power and wildness stand for the successful Tiguan. The Volkswagen Accessories products for this model also reflect these characteristics. Volkswagen Accessories now offers the practical and visually enhancing underride guard set for the front and rear ends of the series Tiguan. An underride guard variant is also available for those who have already selected aerodynamics products or the R-Line for their Tiguan.
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2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK 350 Review (video)
Friday, October 02, 2009
Back in 1998, Mercedes helped pioneer the luxury SUV scene with their full-sized ML series. This machine helped kick off a new vehicle genre that was quickly joined by a flood of competition from around the globe.
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The 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour evolves the Crossover Utility Vehicle
Tuesday, September 01, 2009
TORRANCE, Calif., - The all-new 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour evolves the Crossover Utility Vehicle (CUV) concept by integrating a sleek and aerodynamic shape that blends sporty, low-profile contours with versatile CUV functionality, American Honda Motor Co., Inc., announced today.
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1998-2002 Isuzu Rodeo Pre-Owned
Saturday, September 05, 2009
A sport utility vehicle can be a complicated machine with plenty of problems as it ages. Heavy weight, potential for off-road use and towing can all lead to early troubles if proper maintenance is neglected-- and repairs are typically expensive compared to a wagon or minivan, too.
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2010 Lincoln MKT AWD EcoBoost Review
Monday, September 14, 2009
You're probably thinking that we don't need yet another big SUV crowding our streets, and you're arguably right. But the new MKT might not be a bad idea, since it could convince luxury SUV buyers that a Navigator is no longer required. Ford probably doesn't want this to happen, as they would rather see the MKT steal sales away from its rivals, and I would think the same. But it could happen.
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Volvo City Safety Named Best Car Safety Device
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
Volvo's pioneering City Safety technology has been named winner of the Best Car Safety Device at the new BusinessCar Techies awards. City Safety is designed to minimise the risk of collisions at low-speeds and is fitted as standard to all Volvo XC60 models.
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The Hyundai ix35 Revealed
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
Hyundai has released the first undisguised images of its new ix35, an all-new C-segment crossover that showcases Hyundai's distinctive new 'fluidic sculpture' design language. The ix35 replaces the popular Tucson - one of Europe's best-selling SUVs - and will make its world debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show next month.
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The 2010 Honda Insight, Kia Soul, and Toyota Prius Earn Top Safety Pick Award
Tuesday, August 18, 2009
The 2010 Honda Insight, 2010 Kia Soul, and 2010 Toyota Prius are the Institute's newest Top Safety Pick award winners. To qualify for Top Safety Pick, a vehicle must earn the highest rating of good in the Institute's front, side, and rear tests and be equipped with electronic stability control.
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The BMW ActiveHybrid X6 : the world's first Sports Activity Coupé with full hybrid drive
Saturday, August 15, 2009
The BMW ActiveHybrid X6 is the world's first Sports Activity Coupé with full hybrid drive offering a driving experience quite unique both in the segment of BMW X models and in the hybrid segment as a whole. Through its combination of a V8 gasoline engine and electric drive, the BMW ActiveHybrid X6 offers a significant increase in dynamic performance together with a reduction of fuel consumption and emissions by approximately 20 per cent.
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2009 Hyundai Santa Fe 2.7 GL FWD Review
Sunday, August 23, 2009
It should come as no surprise that Hyundai recorded its best monthly sales ever during the first quarter of 2009 -- while the auto industry and global economy are in full crisis. Granted, the fast-forward decline of American automakers helped in a big way, but the truth is that the rising Korean giant has made the most of its opportunities over the past few years by significantly increasing the quality and value proposition of its vehicles.
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2009 Toyota RAV4 V6 4WD Review
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
The Toyota RAV4 is one of the most popular compact SUVs on the market right now. In fact, only the Ford Escape is a better seller in this segment. More importantly, since 2005, the little Toyota has been enjoying a steady rise in sales while its arch nemesis, the Honda CR-V (third on sales charts) has been experiencing a slight decline over the past year.
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Kia Launches 'Go Hamster Go!' Application on Facebook
Tuesday, August 04, 2009
Members Can Compete with Kia Soul Hamsters in Augmented Reality Automotive Game - Game-changing Soul is focus of first Kia Motors augmented reality application - The Kia Soul continues its growth in social media, beating boxy and cube-like competitors
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2009 Porsche Cayenne GTS Review
Wednesday, September 02, 2009
How can a horsepower junkie give an accurate review of a vehicle that when you push the pedal to the floor sets you back in the seat and the grin on your face is so big that it uses up all the spare skin on your face so that you can't blink your eyes?
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2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser Review
Thursday, August 20, 2009
The FJ Cruiser is built as a modern-day tribute to the world-renowned Toyota FJ Land Cruiser series of off road vehicles. Ironically, the original was never very popular in Canada, except with hardcore off-roaders. It seems the original was much better at traversing jungles and getting through deserts than surviving Saskatchewan winters.
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2010 Kia Soul 4u Review
Monday, August 10, 2009
In some ways, the Kia Soul belongs in the same group as the late Pontiac Aztek, the Honda Element and the tiny smart fortwo -- either you love or hate them. Fortunately for the fast-emerging Korean brand, the breadbox image is softened up by friendly lines and shapes that appeal to more people than you might think.
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2010 Lexus RX 350 Review
Monday, August 24, 2009
On the market since 1999, the RX luxury sport-utility was among the first of its kind to come from Japan. We doubted the Lexus would be a victim of its own success, as every other premium brand followed suit a year or two later.
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2009 Honda CR-V EX-L AWD Review
Tuesday, September 01, 2009
Life is full of surprises, but some particular things are completely devoid of them. Most compact SUVs are built to satisfy the basic needs of a small family, like getting to and from the day-care, go out on weekend trips and go shopping, and head up to the grandparents for some kid spoiling.
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2009 Volkswagen Tiguan Trendline Review
Friday, August 28, 2009
If you are looking at the Tiguan for the first time, it is a bit like the poem by John Godfrey Saxe, The "Six Blind Men of Indostan", who had never been able to check out a whole elephant. They had only been able to touch one part each and had very different opinions of what an elephant was. This created a great controversy amongst the men. The Tiguan is a bit like that. Each combination changes the nature of the vehicle.
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2009 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Review
Thursday, August 13, 2009
Driving the Toyota Highlander Hybrid was like hanging out with a little old lady for a week. In fact, the similarities were sometimes troubling. It's quiet, doesn't move too fast, doesn't make any noise, doesn't like to spend money and looks ok despite the occasional questionable pairing.
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2009 Acura RDX Technology Review
Friday, August 14, 2009
For any brand that sells prestige, looks are fundamental. After years of identity crisis and soul searching, Acura finally seems to have found its defining character. The company's slogan is "Advance", but I would rather call it "The Future is Now".
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2009 Toyota Highlander 4WD V6 Sport Review
Sunday, August 30, 2009
The biggest thing about the Highlander is how it modifies the mood I'm in before I drive it. Getting in first thing in the morning (all press vehicles stay outside) can be a bit nippy in the spring before the snow melts. After the ignition, the first thing I do is to make sure the seat heaters are on and then I get out to scrape the windows. The seat heaters only work when you are sitting in them so this is more to make me feel good than anything else.
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2009 Honda Pilot Touring Review (video)
Tuesday, September 15, 2009
Well that's better, isn't it? Honda's Pilot has recently undergone a much welcomed makeover. It comes after years unchanged as the large SUV from the automaker originally made famous for their small cars. The last Pilot was a conservative rig to say the least-- though it found its way into the driveways of many who bought into Honda's promise of reliable quality. It was the perfect (and only) Honda for those who required a big machine to haul around their family, gear and toys. Despite a plain body and an interior scarcely more exciting than church, it boasted decent mileage, plenty of room and easy, all-weather operation.
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