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2010 Ford Taurus SHO Review – SHO nuff! …Finally!
Our Taurus SHO tester was fully loaded with most of the available options from the Rapid Spec 402A package ($3300): metallic red paint ($300), the 20″ 5-spoke aluminum rims ($700), navigation ($1700), and the multi-contour seats ($600). Scanning down the long list of options,
Read More »2010 Honda Insight Review – Inside the Insight
Honda has a tough job playing catch-up in the hybrid market to Toyota that has already gone through two-generations of the Prius. Sure Honda had the original Insight, but “practicality” was not used to describe the original version, and the Civic Hybrid was never really compared to the Prius.
Read More »2009 Dodge Charger SRT8 Review – Fast and the Furious… American Style
As one of most powerful cars I’ve ever tested, I was eager to see what an American car could do compared to the high-ticket, high-powered imports I’ve driven. Not nearly as refined as the hi-po imports, the fun-factor of the SRT8 kept me grinning while accelerating effortlessly mile after mile.
Read More »2009 Lincoln MKS Review – A shot in the arm for Ford
The Tuxedo Black MKS is a front-driver with the 3.7 liter V-6. Our test was loaded with many of the optional packages: the technology package, heated/cooled front seats, heated rear seats, 19” tires, and the navigation package that includes a rear-view camera and a THX-II certified sound system. Surprisingly at this price point, a sunroof is an optional piece of equipment.
Read More »2009 Honda Fit Sport Review – Phat and Phun is the Fit
The original Fit beat its competition in multiple comparisons so I was very eager to drive this updated and larger version to see how well it performed. Its design and build was surprisingly good for a small car, but then again, it’s a Honda so maybe I shouldn’t be surprised. Having “Sport” in the name
Read More »2009 Nissan Xterra Review – The Talented Xterra
The Xterra has grown over the years and the 2009 version has the capability to haul a lot of cargo with flexible cargo options, as well as being better refined for everyday driving. I used it to move my belonging’s from a storage facility, commuting to work, and driving a friend around San Francisco. For all that I did, the Nissan proved to be a multi-talented SUV.
Read More »2009 Jaguar XF Review – When The World is Not Enough
Jaguar XF Consumer Reviews Jaguar XF Overview Jaguar XF Photo Gallery Jaguar XF Specs By Gary Chan Pros Tuned suspension feels great B&W sound system Verbal navigation instructions clear and accurate Engine – smooth as silk Cons Navigation UI not intuitive and as easy to use as some systems Resonance from either exhaust or transmission: […]
Read More »2009 Mercury Mariner Hybrid Review – Frugal and Comfy
Mariner Hybrid Consumer Reviews Mercury Mariner Hybrid Overview Mercury Mariner Hybrid Photo Gallery Mercury Mariner Hybrid Specs Review by Gary Chan | Photos by Derek Mau Pros Gas mileage (better than most small CUV’s) Intuitive touch screen Ride quality Cons Braking Electric-only mode limited to very slow starts Noisy engine when pushed Ruling I’ve driven […]
Read More »2009 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Review: Jett-ing Around in the New Wagon
VW Jetta SportWagen Consumer Reviews VW Jetta SportWagen Overview VW Jetta SportWagen Photo Gallery VW Jetta SportWagen Specs Review and photos by Gary Chan Pros Steering Indirect a/c cooling Lots of useful storage/loading features Cons Interior noise Horsepower and torque Chrome section on front bumper
Read More »2008 Chevrolet HHR SS Review – HHR aka Hot-Hot-Rod
Chevrolet HHR Overview Chevrolet HHR SS Specs Chevrolet HHR Consumer Reviews Chevrolet HHR Photo Gallery Review and photos by Gary Chan Pros Handling prowess Smooth power delivery Utility (63-cubic feet of useful space!) Cons Front performance seat hard to dial in Notchy shifter with high effort Limited rear visibility Introduction Over the past two years, […]
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