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As most current CLS owners cited "design" as the major reason for buying one, it will be interesting to see how they react to the completely redesigned 2012 model, says editor, Greg Wilson, who previews the all-new CLS 550 in Italy. 
Toyota's Highlander is updated for 2011, including a new engine in the Hybrid, reports Grant Yoxon. For those who want midsize SUV space but not midsize SUV fuel consumption, there are few alternatives to the Hybrid, he says. 
The 2011 BMW X5 is more for enthusiast drivers than commuters, says Contributing Editor Chris Chase, who notes a touchy throttle and firm steering. His tester's twin-turbo V8 is one of two engines new to the X5 for 2011. 
New, more powerful engines with better fuel economy mark the Infiniti M series for 2011, reports Bob McHugh. It's also "a launch pad for an interesting collection of new technologies," including one that keeps you from drifting out of your lane. 
Not normally a fan of enormous vehicles, Peter Bleakney says the 2011 Infiniti QX56 "impressed the heck out of me." There's "nothing truck-like in the way it glides down the road," he says, "coddling its occupants in a cocoon of quiet luxury." 
James finds the Camry Hybrid to be the exact opposite of the kind of car you'd want on a winding backroad. The steering and brakes work fine, but offer no feel, and the throttle is tuned to favour gentle acceleration, in deference to this car's efficient drivetrain. 
It may lack the cachet of many competitors, but the 2006-2009 Lincoln Zephyr/MKZ is "one of the best deals to be had," says Contributing Editor Chris Chase. The front-wheel models earn high reliability ratings and the price is right, he says. 
Many trucks have to work for their living, but few do that for stories and awards. But at the Canadian Truck King Challenge, the judges tow, haul and get dirty, says Assistant Editor Jil McIntosh, along for this year's event. 
It's a tough job, but someone has to do it: Haney Louka was asked to drive a Porsche 911 Turbo from Calgary to Winnipeg. Rather than take the straight route, he describes his scenic trip down through the U.S. – thunderstorms included. 
Up until now, hybrids have been mostly about fuel economy; now, Honda targets performance with its CR-Z hybrid. Jim Kerr explains how this new model keeps performance enthusiasts happy even as it reduces their trips to the gas station. 
In the 1950s, a military vehicle manufacturer brought Italy's Ghia together with Chrysler to build the Dual-Ghia, a beautiful, expensive model based on the Dodge Firearrow concept car. Only about 125 cars were built, but they set Hollywood on fire. 
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