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Volkswagen Listens to Consumers, Introduces Golf SportWagen Alltrack

Posted on April 12, 2015 by Editor Leave a comment

With their all-new 2016 Golf SportWagen currently available at dealerships, Volkswagen has announced that the all-wheel-drive Golf SportWagen Alltrack will be available alongside the other model later this year as a 2017 model. “We have heard from dealers and customers that they want to see a Golf SportWagen with the all-terrain capability that comes from all-wheel drive,” said Michael Horn, President and CEO

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Scion Gives Families Two More Budget-Friendly Options in iA and iM

Posted on April 11, 2015 by Editor Leave a comment

When families are shopping for vehicles, many still consider Scion to be the new quirky kid on the block. What most probably don’t know about the brand is that it’s owned by Toyota. That’s right, the same company that puts out Lexus and Toyota vehicles puts out Scion as well. Intrigued? You should be. Scion is upping their family-friendly, mainstream-looking options with two

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Acura Lifts the Veil on a More Luxurious RDX

Posted on March 1, 2015 by Editor Leave a comment

The extremely popular Acura RDX has been refreshed for 2016 bringing back some of the styling but added safety and technology features that will make driving a more pleasant and safer driving experience than ever before. “The 2016 RDX gets a major infusion of Acura brand DNA including enhancements to styling, driving performance, and exciting new luxury feature-content, further solidifying

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10 Things to Know Before You Test Drive the 2016 Hyundai Sonata Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle

Posted on February 8, 2015 by Editor Leave a comment

Electric is everywhere. If there’s one thing the most recent vehicle unveilings have taught us, it’s that consumers are demanding more fuel options and manufacturers are delivering it. Last month, Hyundai debuted their latest alternative fuel overhang, the 2016 Sonata Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV). Here’s what you need to know before you head to the dealership: 1.) This Sonata is

America’s Best-Selling SUV Adds Technology, New Engine & Trim Level in 2016 Model

Posted on December 2, 2014 by Editor One comment

It won’t be “all new” in 2016 but the world’s best selling SUV over the last 25 years, the Ford Explorer, will have new technology, a new engine, and a new trim level to entice buyers. The new Explorer will have a new 2.3-liter EcoBoost® engine under the hood delivering at least 270 horsepower and at least 300 lb.-ft. of

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Kia Forte Refreshed for 2015 After 2014 Redesign

Posted on September 9, 2014 by Editor Leave a comment

Coming on the heels of a complete redesign in 2014, the 2015 Kia Forte gets a refresh which includes a host of standard premium features not commonly found among its competitors in the compact sedan market. In addition to added features, Kia added structural reinforcements that not only reduce cabin noise, but have earned the Forte an NHTSA 5-star safety

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2015 Volkwagen Jetta is Redesigned and Budget-Friendly

Posted on September 7, 2014 by Editor Leave a comment

Ready, set, Jetta! The 2015 version of the family-friendly sedan has been redesigned and is set to hit the market in the third quarter of this year. The newest Jetta has a frugal base MSRP of $17,325 for the 2.0-liter S, and goes as high as $31,670 for the Hybrid SEL Premium. Between these two models are the 1.8-liter turbo (1.8T) and

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Review: 2014 Kia Cadenza

Posted on June 18, 2013 by Editor One comment

Through their partnership with Hyundai Motor Company, Kia is moving to the top of the heap in research and development as well as design. With the new for 2014 Cadenza they set their sights on luxury with a vehicle that truly is impossible to ignore. Under the Hood: With only one trim level available, Kia’s 293hp, 3.3 liter V6

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Review: 2013 Dodge Journey American Value Package

Posted on May 27, 2013 by Editor Leave a comment

How would Dodge’s crossover offering hold up under the scrutiny of a two week family road trip? Would all the luggage fit? Was there enough leg room to store a cooler? We found out! Under the Hood: Driving the Journey feels more like piloting a craft than driving a vehicle. We weren’t expecting the wheel sensitivity or controllability of a

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Review: 2013 Ford Focus SE

Posted on May 14, 2013 by Editor Leave a comment

Open road, winding hills, and a hot hatch fully loaded with a family. Does the 2013 Ford Focus SE fit your family’s everyday needs? We put it to the test. Under the Hood: We didn’t expect blow-your-doors-off power from this compact hatchback, and we didn’t get it. That’s not to say we were disappointed by the 160HP four cylinder engine