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Twelve laps around Estoril race track in Portugal was enough to convince author James Bergeron that the sporty new 2011 BMW 335is will appeal to 3 Series enthusiasts who want an even more exciting driving experience. 
Transformed from a "traditional" body-on-frame SUV into a unibody vehicle, the 2011 Kia Sorento is less truck-like and offers more power and better fuel economy from its new four and six-cylinder engines, reports Contributing Editor, Chris Chase. 
The decision by Kia Motors to build its first North American vehicle manufacturing facility in West Point, Georgia was welcomed by a community hard hit by unemployment. Over 43,000 applicants applied for the 2,400 jobs at the plant. 
Replacing the Jetta Wagon TDI, the Golf Wagon TDI has a lower starting price, reports Editor-in-chief, Greg Wilson. Its turbo diesel engine offers great fuel economy while its cargo area is the largest in its class, he says. 
The Jetta's ride offers a wonderful combination of a soft ride and sprightly handling, says James, and the highway ride is downright serene. His only complaint? A seemingly low ride height that causes some scraping over rough and snowy roads. 
You'd have to out of your mind to drive a Smart Fortwo from Kelowna to Inuvik in the middle of winter, but call us crazy, we volunteered to do just that. Managing Editor Grant Yoxon reports on the first leg of the journey to Whitehorse in the Yukon. 
Both of these Canadian-made compact sedans are proving to be capable performers in Ottawa's sub-zero temperatures, despite the fact that the Civic DX-G doesn't come with electronic stability control. Heated seats would also be nice, say the authors. 
How does the interior of author Michael Clark's 23-year-old Chrysler Fifth Avenue compare to modern interiors? Don't snicker too much! The design and technology may be dated, some features have proven their functionality over the long term. 
The Saab 900 sedan and convertible were renamed the 9-3 in 1999. Consumer Reports rates reliability as well below-average, but low resale values make this Swedish premium car a bargain, if you do your homework, says Contributing Editor, Chris Chase. 
In 1961, renowned car designer, Raymond Loewy, was recruited to design an "image" car for Studebaker to help boost sales, but his creation, the Avanti, fell victim to Studebaker's serious financial difficulties. 
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