Subaru WRX steps closer to STI

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	This week in Car Tech Wayne Cunningham CNET.com Subaru WRX steps closer to STI The 2011 Subaru WRX's driving quality impressed us, and the automaker is giving this latest model the wide track and fenders from the STI. This year's model is substantially better than that of the 2010 WRX, and Subaru's all-wheel-drive system makes the car fun and forgiving when cornering. Subaru even updated its cabin tech, adding features such as Bluetooth and superfine audio control. However, there are a few things about the car just beg for an upgrade, such as the shifter, but WRX's are practically made to be customized.  2011 Subaru Impreza WRX 2011 Subaru Impreza WRX Most popular products Garmin Nuvi 205W  Check prices Garmin Nuvi 255W  Check prices Garmin Nuvi 1690  Check prices Garmin Nuvi 265WT  Check prices TomTom XL 340 S  Check prices Latest reviews and features 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata The 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata is an absolute blast to drive, but tech options lag behind the pack. Read more  Check prices 2011 BMW Z4 sDrive35is Although not as hard-edged as some sports cars, the 2011 BMW Z4 sDrive35is provides plenty of driving fun and, except for the lack of cargo capacity, makes a fine daily driver. Read more  Check prices 2011 Ford Fiesta A sporty-looking car, the 2011 Ford Fiesta's small size makes it good for urban areas, and it boasts excellent compatibility with personal electronics. Read more  Check prices 2011 BMW 535i The 2011 BMW 535i is easily one of the best sport sedans in its class for handling, fit and finish, and prestige, but it doesn't represent the highest value on the market. Read more  Check prices Car Tech blog Bracketron MobileDock sticks the landing Antuan Goodwin Associate Editor, Car Tech Bracketron's MobileDock is a universal dashboard- and windshield-mounting cradle for most mobile devices and smartphones. It sticks to nearly any hard surface and holds nearly any phone, but the way it does so is a bit unconventional. Read more Comment of the week There's just no pleasing some folks Posted by chiromike1 [The G37 IPL's] 18 hp gain doesn't impress me. I was hoping for HP something in the mid-400s. That's what the performance lines are supposed to have. Yawn.  Read more  In other news... 1. Race-ready 2012 Mustang Boss 302 unveiled 2. Infiniti hots up the G37 3. Chevy Cruze's Eco aerodynamics 4. Superspeedy Lotus F1 car for sale 5. Audi 2010 A8 sedans get mobile hot spot More Car Tech resources  Car Tech forums  Green car buying guide  Car Tech videos  Car Tech podcast  All new car reviews  Past car shows M A R K E T P L A C E Ads By Marchex
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