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First Drive Q&A: 2010 Lexus HS 250hThe 2010 Lexus HS 250h is a compact luxury sedan that, according to Lexus, is the world's first dedicated luxury hybrid. While it's true that Lexus has hybrid versions of its RX, GS and LS sedans, this is the first hybrid in its lineup that isn't sold in a non-hybrid version. |
2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK ReviewFor decades, Mercedes-Benz offered only coupes, sedans station wagons and convertibles in the U.S. market. There was only one SUV in the product portfolio, the G-Class, but it wasn't sold in the United States until a few years ago. Then came the M-Class mid-size SUV, the big R-Class crossover, and the big GL-Class. Now comes the compact GLK. |
First Drive Q&A: 2010 Mercedes E-ClassWhere does the new E-Class fall within the Mercedes-Benz lineup? There are a number of ways to answer that question. If you look at it in terms of cars Mercedes is bringing to market in 2009, according to them it is "the most important launch for Mercedes-Benz this year." |
2010 Ford Fusion ReviewSave America; buy an American car. If you feel even the slightest inclination in that direction, your time may have come. The 2010 Ford Fusion, and in particular, the 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid, delivers contemporary styling, a first-class driving experience, and world-class fuel mileage. |
2009 Dodge Journey ReviewA crossover SUV with big utility. |
2009 Volkswagen Routan ReviewThe new Volkswagen Routan is a minivan, its first in six years. VW's last effort in this market, the EuroVan, was panned in the U.S. This time, Volkswagen has turned to Chrysler. The seven-passenger Routan is basically a Chrysler Town & Country with a different interior, a Volkswagen exterior, and revised suspension settings. |
Q&A: 2010 Kia SoulWhat's the difference between the Kia Rio and the Kia Spectra? We offer a question to your question not to frustrate you, but to make a point. Many don't know the difference, which has been the problem for a lot of Kia vehicles. Not so with the Soul. The Soul offers a very fresh (and distinct!) design in a compact package that offers buyers are compelling reason to look at a Kia. |
Volkswagen CC VR6 4Motion: The 'Q Factor'The Volkswagen CC VR6 4Motion is really a "Q" car. The "Q" stands for several things -- including "quirky." Which, in this head-turner, can definitely be forgiven. |
Nissan Rogue is More Car Than SUVWith the Nissan Rogue, the evolution of car-based sports utilities seems to have peaked. The Rogue is nearly all car. It does retain much of the utility of a SUV. But it's mostly car. That's a good thing. |
Lincoln MKS Marries Modern to ClassicThe Lincoln MKS may be stuffed with oodles of high tech, but it still delivers traditional Lincoln virtues. While the MKS may succeed the ancient Town Car, it's really a reborn Continental -- not the classic Continental of the 1940s, but the front-drive Continental of more recent memory. |
Mazda6: A Family Ride with a Stylish SideThe Mazda6 just doesn't get the respect it deserves. It merits a lot. The five-passenger sedan is a fine family car that provides a modicum of sporty handling. But not overly sporty, thank you. |
Stand Aside for the Dodge Ram 1500 SLTRegular cab pickup trucks can be pretty uninspiring. Then there's the Dodge Ram. Just add a big V-8, big wheels and a slick interior and you get the Ram 1500 SLT. |