Tuesday, July 3, 2012

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Nissan Quest

Posted: 03 Jul 2012 04:35 PM PDT

The Nissan Quest is a minivan with V-6 power and class-competitive features, but a mixed track record on utility and flexibility. In recent years the Quest has become more stylish and design-centric and takes on more conventional-looking rivals like the Toyota Sienna, Honda Odyssey, and Chrysler Town & Country. Replacing the odd little Axxess...


Cadillac ATS

Posted: 03 Jul 2012 04:29 PM PDT

Luxury sedans inevitably grow larger and larger with each passing generation. It's been true for the Mercedes-Benz C Class and the BMW 3-Series, and it's also the case for the CTS, the entry-level Cadillac that's nearly a mid-sizer now, according to the tape measure. Rather than downsize the CTS, Cadillac's introducing a new entry-level family of...


Audi A5

Posted: 03 Jul 2012 04:23 PM PDT

The Audi A5 and S5 are two-doors introduced in the 2008 model year. The A5 coupe and Cabriolet convertible sport turbocharged four-cylinder and six-cylinder engines, while the performance-oriented S5 coupes and convertible Cabriolets offer supercharged six-cylinder and V-8 engines. Our editors rank the 'S' versions among the top-rated coupes and...


Audi A4

Posted: 03 Jul 2012 04:04 PM PDT

The Audi A4 replaced the Audi 90 in the German automaker's U.S. lineup for 1996, and now includes a range of related vehicles from the S4 sport sedan to the Allroad all-wheel-drive wagon. The change in nomenclature ended up being very appropriate—it signaled the start of a movement toward vehicles with more performance appeal and inherent...


Acura TL

Posted: 03 Jul 2012 03:53 PM PDT

A mid-size luxury sedan that emphasizes technology sometimes over luxury, the Acura TL occupies the middle rung in Honda's luxury lineup. All-wheel-drive models take on a wide range of models, including the BMW 5-Series, the Infiniti M sedans, and the Lexus ES 350 and GS range of cars. Base front-wheel-drive TL models, however, are more comfort-...


Acura TSX

Posted: 03 Jul 2012 03:49 PM PDT

A sporty, engaging sedan and wagon that were formerly the entry-level cars in the Acura lineup, the TSX are some of the better-reviewed Acuras of recent vintage. Introduced in the 2004 model year, the TSX has been offered in two generations in the U.S., mostly with four-cylinder engines--though a new six-cylinder version has been added to the...


Acura MDX

Posted: 03 Jul 2012 03:45 PM PDT

The Acura MDX is a large seven-passenger crossover vehicle. Introduced for the 2001 model year, the MDX is in its second generation, with the newer version arriving in showrooms as a 2007 model. A 2010 mid-cycle update added new features and a new corporate face to the big crossover vehicle, which remains one of our top-rated family vehicles. The...


Subaru BRZ Vs. Scion FR-S: Compare Cars

Posted: 03 Jul 2012 11:00 AM PDT

Odd as it may seem, affordable sports cars aren't very popular these days. In fact, if it's a hardtop, rear-drive sports coupe you're after, your options are still quite limited, with the Hyundai Genesis Coupe and lower echelon of the Nissan 370Z range your best bets. The arrival of the 2013 Subaru BRZ and Scion FR-S have broadened the category at...


Nissan Juke

Posted: 03 Jul 2012 10:46 AM PDT

Straddling the divide between a tall subcompact hatchback and a very compact crossover, the Nissan Juke is a standout, in looks, performance, and value. Introduced in 2010 as the production version of the Nissan Qazana concept car, the Juke offers five-door convenience with five seats, a cargo area under the rear hatch, and quirky, somewhat...


Six-Month Road Test Hyundai Veloster: The Great American Road Trip

Posted: 03 Jul 2012 10:40 AM PDT

We've already put our Six-Month Road Test Hyundai Veloster through a battery of unusual tests, including the Fido test and our Cars and Coffee challenge. Now it's time for its greatest challenge of all: the great American road trip. This Thursday evening, I'll be setting off on a cross-country road trip in our Vitamin C-colored Veloster for an...


Patriot Acts: The Most Important American Cars Of The Past 25 Years

Posted: 03 Jul 2012 10:19 AM PDT

When history takes a look at the brand-new cars (and trucks) of the past 25 years, it won't be kind to many of them. So many nameplates failed to launch, a whole dealership in a parallel universe could be filled with the copies that went quietly to fleet sales or corporate use. That parking lot will not be pretty, filled with Azteks, Breezes, and...


Don't Bother Looking Up: Tickets Issued By Airplane Plummet

Posted: 03 Jul 2012 08:32 AM PDT

Here's one less thing for summer road-trippers to worry about: speeding tickets doled out by airplanes. Of course, if you're planning to hit the highway this July 4 holiday, you'll still see the familiar signs that read, "State Police aircraft used in speed enforcement". But according to at least one report, there's very little bite behind those...


Not All Safety Technology Is Created Equal: Video

Posted: 03 Jul 2012 08:05 AM PDT

Google's autonomous cars may be limited to Nevada, and Japan is probably the only country on Earth looking to fast-track self-driving vehicles, but as Ford demonstrated just last week, elements of autonomous technology are coming soon to a vehicle near you. The Highway Loss Data Institute has been hard at work, figuring out which of those gadgets...


June 2012 Car Sales: Fireworks Or Sparklers This July 4th?

Posted: 03 Jul 2012 08:00 AM PDT

Car sales were stronger at the major automakers in June, but the pre-July 4th fireworks could fizzle later this year. Economic indicators are mixed, and analysts worry that June's solid numbers could weaken as unemployment and consumer confidence continue to weigh on the market. For the month of June, automotive analysts at J.D. Power estimate the...


June Auto Sales, 4th Of July, 2013 McLaren MP4-12C Spider: Today's Car News

Posted: 03 Jul 2012 07:47 AM PDT

Today at High Gear Media, we drove the 2013 Subaru Outback and put together the ultimate guide for the 2012 Toyota Prius V. June auto sales may hit record highs and we spied the 2015 Mercedes-Benz C Class. All this and more in today's car news, right here on The Car Connection. A new surface transportation bill passed legislation. June auto sales...


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