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Bailout the Big Three? The debate heats up…
With the economy souring and auto sales plummeting, the possibility of one or more of the Big Three (GM, Chrysler, Ford) going bankrupt is becoming very real. Although an argument can be easily made
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Honda Civic Hybriid Consumer Reviews Honda Civic Hybrid Overview Honda Civic Hybrid Photo Gallery Honda Civic Hybrid Specs By Alex Kramer Pros: Impressive gas mileage Capable chassis and suspension Luxurious leather interior Elegant navigation/stereo system Cons: Meager acceleration Mild hybrid = no silent running Squeal-happy tires Lack of rear folding seats Introduction For over 30 […]
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Chevrolet Aveo5 Consumer Reviews Chevrolet Aveo5 Overview 2009 Chevrolet Aveo5 Photo Gallery 2009 Chevy Aveo5 Specs By Alex Kramer Pros: Plush suspension Good build quality Excellent 6 speaker stereo Spacious seating Cons: Tepid 4-cylinder engine Very limited trunk space Cheap looking fake leather seats Mismatched exterior style Poor overall value Introduction Buying a cheap, entry-level […]
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Infiniti EX Consumer Reviews Infiniti EX More Expert Reviews 2008 Infiniti EX35 Photo Gallery 2008 Infiniti EX35 Specs Review by Alex Kramer | Photos by Derek Mau Pros: Exhilarating 297 hp V6 engine Nicely balanced suspension Luxuriously appointed interior Striking exterior design Cornucopia of technological goodies Cons: Limited interior space Tires could use more stick […]
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BMW Z4 Consumer Reviews BMW Z4 More Expert Reviews 2008 BMW Z4 Photo Gallery 2008 BMW Z4 3.0i Specs Review by Alex Kramer | Photos by Derek Mau Pros: Potent 6-cylinder engine Superb Steptronic transmission Phenomenal handling precision Easy to use automatic convertible top Fantastic premium audio system Cons: Harsh ride quality Hard to use […]
Read More »2008 Infiniti G37 – Racing Infiniti's Red Rocket
Infiniti G37 Consumer Reviews Infiniti G37 Overview Infiniti G37 Photo Gallery Infiniti G37 Expert Review By Alex Kramer Every year at the college where I work the auto-tech program hosts an autocross, the “Dual at De Anza.” For years I’ve contemplated entering the event, but either lacked the courage or the right car to do […]
Read More »2008 Mazda MAZDA5 Review – Bringing the European “space wagon” to America
Mazda MAZDA5 Overview Mazda MAZDA5 Specs Mazda5 Consumer Reviews Mazda5 Photo Gallery By Alex Kramer Pros: Perfectly poised suspension Fantastic touch-screen Navigation system Practical dual sliding doors Unique, shuttle-style exterior design Cons: Eager engine outmatched by chubby curb weight So-so build quality Cramped 3rd row seats Less than stellar fuel-efficiency
Read More »2008 Saturn VUE Green Line Hybrid Review – The General Goes Green, Sort Of
Saturn VUE Green Line Overview Saturn VUE Green Line Specs Saturn VUE Green Line Consumer Reviews Saturn VUE Green Line Photo Gallery By Alex Kramer Pros: Excellent ride quality Snappy new exterior style Upscale interior design Spacious front seats Cons: Tepid acceleration Hefty 3800 lb curb weight Less than hybrid worthy fuel efficiency Marginal rear […]
Read More »2008 Honda Accord EX-L Coupe Review – Bringing Style and Performance to an Automotive Benchmark
Honda Accord Coupe Overview Honda Accord EX-L Specs Honda Accord Consumer Reviews Honda Accord Coupe Photo Gallery By Alex Kramer Pros: Wonderfully responsive engine and transmission Nicely balanced suspension Luxurious and roomy interior Aggressive, yet sophisticated design Cons: Hard to use navigation system Cluttered dashboard Could use more road noise insulation Over the past 32 […]
Read More »2008 Saturn SKY Red Line Review – Rethinking the High-Performance Roadster
Screaming fast turbo-charged engine? Check. Wide grippy tires? Check. Wind in your hair convertible top? Check. Head turning design? Check. New respect for Saturn from the car enthusiast crowd? Check! Read on for the full review of the Saturn Sky Red Line.
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