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Based on the Accord sedan but sharing no body panels, the new Honda CrossTour "has all the benefits of a wagon…without the boxy profile," says Senior Editor, Paul Williams. "…and it's available with all-wheel drive," he notes. 
The 2010 911 Turbo features an all-new 3.8-litre bi-turbo direct injection flat-six that makes 500 horsepower, 20 more than its predecessor, reports contributor, Peter Bleakney. "It shaves 10 seconds off the previous car's Nurburgring lap time," he says. 
The 2010 Dodge Ram HD's styling "turns heads" says contributor Howard Elmer, and its newly available crew cab bodystyle will appeal to RV and boat haulers, he says. Highlights include an 18,500 lb towing capacity and a much improved interior. 
Turns out the Corolla's noisier on the road than James had originally thought, but fuel consumption turned out to be decent, at an average of 8.0 L/100 km. 
The Challenger R/T "isn't a track star, but it is a cruising sensation," reports Senior Editor, Paul Williams; the Camaro SS is "all about awesome power and striking design, with practicality bringing up the rear," says Managing Editor, Grant Yoxon. 
The 2009 BMW 750i offers a "potent combination of luxury, convenience and performance in a much more attractive wrapper," says contributor Russell Purcell. But it's the 750i's new safety technologies that most impressed him. 
The Smart Fortwo Passion model features such niceties as heated front seats, paddle shifters, and a convertible roof with retractable sunshade. But the engine isn't accessible and there's no spare tire, just an inflation kit, says columnist Michael Clark. 
Though the fifth generation Rabbit and GTI received above-average used vehicle ratings from Consumer Reports, VW owner forums point to a number of specific problem areas that buyers should be aware of, says Contributing Editor, Chris Chase. 
Though hit hard by the recession, the SEMA automotive aftermarket show in Las Vegas last week was still impressive, says Assistant Editor Jil McIntosh, with some of the world's hottest cars and aftermarket products on display. 
The Audi 5000 introduced many innovative technologies such as a five-cylinder gas engine, Quattro all-wheel drive, and aerodynamic bodywork. But false claims of "unintended acceleration" ruined its reputation and sales in North America. 
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