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Review: 2013 Infiniti QX56 4WD
Painted “Black Obsidian” the QX56 looks as menacing as a nuclear submarine. This is no pretty plaything. Bereft of deft sculptural touches, the chunky QX56 depends on brutality for its brand of beauty. Up front, the immense chromed grill, guarded by slit headlights, makes the hulk look like a Brahma bull.
Read More »Review: 2013 Chrysler 300 SRT8
The SRT8 version bats cleanup in Chrysler’s varied 300 model line. Pikers can select a Rear-Wheel-Drive, V-6 powered 300 making 292hp, while flusher types can opt for the frisky 363hp 5.7 liter V-8 of the 300C. But the SRT8’s 6.4 liter HEMI V-8 is without question the most powerful and fastest large sedan the company makes.
Read More »Review: 2013 Infiniti FX37
You can call the Infiniti G37 the Special Effects model, because of its special engine, gearbox and suspension. Although the FX37 may look like just another SUV, it’s really a Nissan 370Z twice removed. Why twice? Because Infiniti’s G37 sedan is directly descended from the 370Z, while the FX37 is the SUV version of the G37.
Read More »Review: 2013 Ford Mustang GT California Special
Mustang enthusiasts have had more special editions to choose from than Baskin Robbins has flavors. Every year Ford or Shelby float new and tasty variations of this quintessential ponycar. One of the best packages in the car’s 49 year history is the California Special version of the Mustang GT.
Read More »Review: 2013 Ford Mustang Boss 302
Hype: Stellar Cosmetics, GT Grunt Gripes: Clunky Door Slam, Distracting Wide View Ext. Mirrors Front to back, here are the significant features of the “base” Boss 302: New aero package to reduce lift A completely revised 444-horsepower engine with unique head castings, different exhaust valves and exhaust-side cams, upgraded internal materials in the valvetrain and […]
Read More »Review: 2013 Volvo S60 T6 AWD R
But if the latest S60 R is indicative
of Volvo’s future, the company outlook is very bright indeed. In fact,
just as bright as the piercing shade of Rebel Blue that graced our
scintillating test car. If you’re in the market for a 4 place sports
sedan, you’ll definitely want to consider the S60 R as a top contender,
Review: 2013 Hyundai Veloster Turbo
Don’t confuse Veloster with Velocity. The newest Hyundai has plenty of attributes, but speed isn’t one of them. The shortfall in the urge department can be traced to the engine’s modest horsepower, compounded by poor gear ratio selection. The direct injection, 1.6 liter straight 4 makes 138hp, and more importantly, just 128 lb.-ft. of torque at a screaming 4,850rpm. So you need to wring the Veloster’s neck to get it motivated.
Read More »Review: 2013 Ford C-Max Hybrid
If Ford’s C-Max Hybrid represents the future of cars, I’ll start reviewing toasters. This expensive derivative of the $16,995 Focus costs $31,085, weighs a whopping 3,639 pounds, but makes just 141hp in petrol mode or 188hp in combined petrol/electric mode. Saddled with a noisy CVT (Constant Velocity) transmission, the C-Max whines its way laboriously to thrust. The faster you accelerate, the more noise you generate from the drivetrain.
Read More »2013 Honda Accord Coupe
Hypes: Dynamic driving experience, Honda Goes Green with “ Earth Dreams Technology” Gripes: Sheeps clothing will disuade the ideal driver for this car This car is fast. One could call it a BMW or INfiniti and the person behind the wheel will not be disappointed. It is just an exhilirating drivng experience in an unexpected […]
Read More »2013 BMW 335i Sedan Review
You can just about buy a brand new Kia Rio for the $11,700 worth of “Options and Additional Charges” that bump the base price of this BMW 335i from $43,150 to $57,595. Ka-Ching starts ringing with the M Sport Line ($3,200), the Cold Weather Package ($950), the Driver Assistance Package ($1,900) and the Technology Package ($3,100).
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