Kia Amanti Tops Strategic Vision Total Value Index
Nov 10, 2008
Full-Size Sedan Honored by Leading Research Firm - Amanti applauded by consumers for value and appeal IRVINE, Calif., Nov. 10 -- Kia Motors America (KMA) today announced the Kia Amanti topped the large car segment in the Strategic Vision Total Value Index(R) (TVI(R)). The TVI considers complete consumer ownership exper ... Continue reading
2009 Toyota Camry Hybrid Review By Carey Russ
Nov 6, 2008
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2009 Toyota Camry Hybrid At this point in time, gasoline-electric vehicles have gone from early-adopter to mainstream technology. And what could underline that more than a hybrid version of that most popular of mid-size cars, the Toyota Camry? The Hybrid has been in the Camry lineu ... Continue reading
2008 SEMA: Volkswagen CC Eco Performance Concept
Nov 5, 2008
311 HP Super CC ups the performance ante in luxury for the people LAS VEGAS, Nov. 5 -- Powerful performance meets luxury in the Super CC performance concept Volkswagen unveiled at the 2008 SEMA show in Las Vegas. The Performance CC brings a sleek exterior treatment highlighted by black chrome exterior accents, grey pea ... Continue reading
HEELS ON WHEELS: 2009 MERCEDES-BENZ ML320 BLUETEC REVIEW
Nov 5, 2008
2009 MERCEDES-BENZ ML320 BLUETEC REVIEW HEELS ON WHEELS By Katrina Ramser San Francisco Bureau The Auto Channel INTRO TO THE ML 320 VEHICLE: If Heaven has a vehicle this is it â the 4-door, 5-passenger 2009 Mercedes ML 320 BlueTEC. The BlueTEC part of the ML 320 refers to the diesel engine technology. Mercedes-Ben ... Continue reading
2009 Kia Sedona Named as a 'Best Buy' By Consumers Digest
Nov 5, 2008
Minivan Chosen for Value, Convenience and Style - Kia minivan offers abundance of standard safety features and amenities - Value-laden minivan honored once again for design and performance characteristics IRVINE, Calif., Nov. 5 -- Already a recipient of numerous awards and accolades, including a "Good" rating by the In ... Continue reading
2009 Toyota Venza Close-Up Look and Specs
Nov 4, 2008
2009 Toyota Venza A Close Up Look; Specification:2009 Toyota Venza Type: 4-door Wagon/CUV Wheelbase in. 109.3 Overall Length, in. 189.0 Overall Width, in. 75.0 Overall Height, in. 63.4 Curb Weight, lbs. ... Continue reading
2009 Volkswagen Jetta TDI Review
Nov 2, 2008
2009 VW JETTA CLEAN DIESEL TDI The 50-State Contender By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Detroit Bureau Why donât we embrace diesel automobiles here in the US? After all, in Europe more than half of all automobiles, big ones and small ones, cheap ones and pricy ones, are diesels. They get close to 30% better mileag ... Continue reading
2009 LEXUS RX 350 REVIEW -TOURING NORTHERN ARIZONA
Nov 2, 2008
From a Shunpikerâs Journal -We Introduce Our Friends to Some Favorite Places By Steve Purdy The Auto Channel Detroit Bureau [Front] It is great fun to introduce friends to a place weâve visited often, a place for which we feel a special affinity - in this case Northern Arizona. Sedona, Flagstaff, Grand Canyon ... Continue reading
HEELS ON WHEELS: 2009 KIA BORREGO REVIEW
Nov 2, 2008
By Katrina Ramser San Francisco Bureau The Auto Channel INTRO TO THE BORREGO The roomy 7-passenger Kia Borrego is new to the market and ready to elevate the ordinary by claiming itâs a "new kind of luxury SUV." However, the Borrego doesn't necessarily stand out from other mid-size SUVs in its class â and that ... Continue reading
Nissan 0% Percent Financing and Low Lease Rates Among New Consumer Value Opportunities
Oct 31, 2008
- Comprehensive Program is Designed to Reassure Budget-Conscious Shoppers; Includes 0% Financing on Key Models and Competitive Leasing Programs - FRANKLIN, Tenn., Oct. 31 -- Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) today announced a new Consumer Value Program designed to let consumers know that Nissan offers a variety of optio ... Continue reading
2009 Car and Truck Best Buys from Consumers Magazine
Oct 31, 2008
DEERFIELD, Ill., Oct. 31 -- Thirty-six vehicles and 14 companion models received Best Buy ratings from Consumers Digest out of some 240 total 2009 models. The ratings, published in CD's December issue (on sale November 1), span 10 categories: Small Cars, Family Cars, Luxury Cars, Sporty Cars, Pickups, Minivans, Compact ... Continue reading
2009 Ford Flex Review By John Heilig
Oct 30, 2008
SEE ALSO: 2009 Ford Flex Specs, Pictures and Reviews - Ford Flex Buyers Guide THE AUTO PAGE by JOHN HEILIG Model: 2009 Ford Flex Engine: 3.5-liter V6 Horsepower/Torque: 262 hp @ 6,250 rpm/248 lb.-ft. @ 4,500 rpm Transmission: 6-speed automatic Wheelbase: 117.9 in. Length x Width x Height: 201.8 x 88.8 x 68.0 in. Tires: ... Continue reading
2009 Honda Element Price for Restyled 2009 Honda Element
Oct 29, 2008
Available features now include a navigation system, a removable storage cooler and an improved overhead storage console on select models TORRANCE, Calif., Oct. 29 -- The restyled 2009 Honda Element builds on its spacious and versatile character by adding a more chiseled exterior appearance and a refreshed interior desi ... Continue reading
2009 Nissan 370Z - ALL-NEW 2009 NISSAN 370Z COUPE READIES FOR DEBUT
Oct 29, 2008
- Nissan Issues First Images of the All-New 370Z - Nissan offers the first look at the upcoming 2009 370Z Coupe, which makes its world debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show on November 19th. The all-new 2009 Nissan 370Z, the first full redesign of the iconic Nissan Z since its reintroduction as a 2003 model, solidifies th ... Continue reading
2009 Volkswagen Routan Minivan Preview
Oct 23, 2008
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS2009 Volkswagen Routan Preview The new Volkswagen Routan is not the new Microbus, and it is most definitely not an exercise in nostalgia. As well-received as the Microbus concept vehicle was a few years ago, it would have been far too expensive to produce. The market for a $40,000 b ... Continue reading
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