http://reviews.carreview.com The latest news, editorials and expert reviews from CarReview.com Thu, 19 Nov 2009 06:52:16 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Tokyo - TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION (TMC) announces it will display 45 concept and production vehicles, in separate Toyota and Lexus brand booths, at the 7th China (Guangzhou) International Automobile Exhibition (also known as Auto Guangzhou 2009), to be held at the Guangzhou International Convention and Exhibition Center from November 23 ... http://reviews.carreview.com/blog/lexus-gx-460-makes-its-first-appearance-in-china-at-auto-guangzhou-2009/ Chevrolet Equinox Consumer Reviews Chevrolet Equinox Expert Reviews Chevrolet Equinox Photo Gallery 2010 Chevrolet Equinox Specs By Bill Clark Pros: Bavarian-like ride and handling! Comfy leather seats Interior and exterior styling Cons: Feels underpowered even with the upgraded V6 Torque steer when driven hard (front wheel drive model) Terrible ergonomics and User interface for electronics Station wagons carry lots of stuff and drive like regular cars, but ... http://reviews.carreview.com/blog/2010-chevrolet-equinox-review-shiny-on-the-outside-gm-on-the-inside/ Toyota 4Runner Consumer Reviews Toyota 4Runner Expert Reviews 2010 Toyota 4Runner Photo Gallery Toyota 4Runner Specs 2010 is just around the corner and Toyota is ready to release the next generation of their midsize SUV - the 4Runner. The all-new 5th generation 4Runner is due to arrive at dealerships late November and CarReview was invited to preview Toyota's ... http://reviews.carreview.com/blog/first-impressions-2010-toyota-4runner/ Here are a few terms that our reviewers used to describe the Volvo XC60 earlier this year: “safe,” “sexy,” “usable combination of horsepower and torque,” but apparently they forgot to say, “might protect you from getting your face ripped off.” Like with its release of a Volvo-themed video game, the company ... http://reviews.carreview.com/blog/win-a-xc60-and-save-face-entering-volvos-twilight-new-moon-contest/ Ford Focus Consumer Reviews Ford Focus Expert Reviews Ford Focus Photo Gallery 2010 Ford Focus Specifications By Holly R. Pros: Shocking (and decent) acceleration when already at speed (from 0 to 60, not so good) Mileage, mileage, mileage!!!! Microsoft SYNC Sirius Satellite Radio Built-in Bluetooth Cons: The interior is a bit noisy on the freeway (which hampers the SYNC a ... http://reviews.carreview.com/blog/2010-ford-focus-review-the-compact-car-that-can/ It wouldn't be SEMA without the gratuitous hotness showing off the latest products in the booths by some of Las Vegas' very puurrrty girls. We managed to capture many of them in their most sultry poses and thanking the electronic genius for auto-focus and steady-shot. Otherwise our shaking hands would ... http://reviews.carreview.com/blog/sema-has-more-to-show-than-just-hot-cars/ Lincoln MKT Consumer Reviews Lincoln MKT Expert Reviews Lincoln MKT Photo Gallery 2010 Lincoln MKT Walk-Around Video By Twain Mein Pros: Very quite and well-damped ride Beautifully appointed interior Massive dual-panel panoramic sunroof Incredible THX-certified sound system Exterior styling Cons: Visibility iPhone syncing 3rd row leg room and overhead space Exterior styling (!) Introduction The 2010 Lincoln MKT is Ford's up-scale version of the Ford Flex "crossover". Crossover is taking a ... http://reviews.carreview.com/blog/2010-lincoln-mkt-review-lincoln-finds-the-sweet-spot-for-luxury-crossovers/ This video is a quick look at a new car and new tracks for Gran Turismo 5, featuring the Toyota FT-86 Concept car. The rear-wheel drive coupe that will be badged as a Toyota was co-developed with Subaru (who provides the engine) and will make its world debut at the ... http://reviews.carreview.com/blog/ft-86-concept-video/ Hey Everyone at CarReview.com - It's Thomas, founder of Microcarmag.com, here with my Day 1 report from the 2009 SEMA Show in Las Vegas. Day 1 started with such fury as we witnessed the unveiling of some killer rides and heard announcements from some of the major automakers in our industry! ... http://reviews.carreview.com/blog/sema-day-1-report/ The 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour is schizo. On the one hand, it is glomming onto the trend that Europe has known forever – 5 door hatches are the most efficient layout, but at the same time, I think the intention was to semi-obscure its hatchiness because looking too much like a wagon is a big Brady ... http://reviews.carreview.com/blog/the-honda-accord-crosstours-multiple-personalities/ Lexus RX Hybrid Consumer Reviews Lexus RX Hybrid Expert Reviews 2010 Lexus RX 450h Photo Gallery 2010 Lexus RX 450h Hybrid Specs By Derek Mau Pros Excellent for around town driving and taking care of all the necessary family functions The benefits of a hybrid without sacrificing luxury amenities Conservative styling upgrade easily blends in with the thousands of other ... http://reviews.carreview.com/blog/2010-lexus-rx-450h-hybrid-review-a-little-technology-for-the-geek-in-all-of-us/ Look, it's even more good news out of Detroit. What with Ford actually making a profit, it looks like all the doom and gloom about the number of dealers set to be shuttered might have been estimated on the high side. At least that's the case if you believe David Cole, ... http://reviews.carreview.com/blog/fewer-dealer-cuts-for-gm-chrysler/ The 2009 SEMA show started off with a lot of energy and optimism for the new year that is almost at our door. New ideas, renewed enthusiasm, and the penchant for going bigger while being eco-conscious all in the same breath. Below are a few photos that our friends from ... http://reviews.carreview.com/blog/2009-sema-photo-gallery-day-1/ Interesting news from Mercedes-Benz when they announced that they are planning to open a new alternative powertrain technology center. Based on the campus of Mercedes' Redford Township, Michigan facility, the German company made the announcement shortly after the township approved a tax exemption. The Detroit Free Press said that Redford Township's ... http://reviews.carreview.com/blog/new-detroit-rd-facility-for-mercedes/ Now that hybrids and fuel-efficient cars are in vogue with the public eye, the shift towards reducing our carbon footprint is gaining momentum with the carmakers and the associated industries. Yokohama has made great strides in this green direction by producing an orange-oil infused tire that replaces 80 percent of ... http://reviews.carreview.com/blog/yokohamas-eco-friendly-tire-passes-tire-rack-test-with-flying-colors/ Ford made a profit. Yes, you read that right, a car company, and not just that, but an American car company, actually made money in the past quarter. After all the doom, gloom, buy-outs, shotgun marriages, bankruptcies and the like, this is the last thing you'd expect to read, but ... http://reviews.carreview.com/blog/ford-posts-first-profit-since-2005/ Hyundai's Genesis Coupe garnered a lot of good press and gearhead interest from the get go. And it seems to be fully justified and also understandable. The Hyundai Genesis is well styled (enough), rear wheel drive, and above all, reasonably priced. It's a car that a young tuner-oriented kid can ... http://reviews.carreview.com/blog/2010-hyundai-genesis-coupe-20t-r-spec/ Following on the heels of the Cube Krom, Nissan has decided to release a Rogue SUV Krom Special Edition version of its 2010 Rogue SUV. The factory-prepped Cube Krom, that came out earlier this year, was enough of a hit for Nissan to justify the presentation of a similar special ... http://reviews.carreview.com/blog/2010-nissan-rogue-suv-krom-special-edition/ Son, you're gonna drive me to drinkin', if ya don't stop drivin' that hot rod Lincoln. Yeah, way back when, Lincolns were not cars to be trifled with. They had big enough plants and there was enough go fast goodies out there that you wouldn't treat them the way ... ... http://reviews.carreview.com/blog/custom-lincoln-mks-mkt-and-mkz-to-2009-sema-show/ Ford Fusion Consumer Reviews Ford Fusion Overview Ford Fusion Photo Gallery Ford Fusion Specifications By Alex Kramer Pros: Responsive 240 hp V6 engine Capable chassis and suspension Roomy and comfortable interior Good value Cons: Some chintzy interior plastics Exterior design still needs work Disappointing fuel efficiency Introduction Trivia question: Which manufacturer produced the best-selling car in America 15 years ago? If you’re thinking Honda or Toyota, guess again. Although ... http://reviews.carreview.com/blog/ford-fusion-sel-review-a-nice-sedan-at-a-nice-price/