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Lexus Debutes Refreshed 2016 LX 570 at Concours d’ Elegance

It may not be all-new, but the 2016 Lexus 570 has had everything retouched, except for the door panels. Under the Hood The 570’s power and hauling capability come from the 5.7-liter V8 engine, which produces 383 horsepower and delivers 90-percent of its 403 lb.-ft. peak torque at just 3,600 rpm giving it 7,000-pound towing capability. For 2016, Lexus has upgraded

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Volkswagen Vehicles Earn IIHS 2015 TOP SAFETY PICK+

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has awarded the 2016 Volkswagen Golf 4-door, Golf SportWagen, Golf GTI 4-door, and Jetta models the rating of 2015 TOP SAFETY PICK+, when equipped with the optional Forward Collision Warning and Autonomous Emergency Braking system. Additional passive and active safety systems include Automatic Post-Collision Braking System as standard the following optional features: Adaptive Cruise Control Forward Collision Warning and

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Lexus Adds Enform to 2016 GX 460

The 2016 Lexus GX 460 is a smooth navigator and now when families are navigating the road, they can have access to Lexus Inform Service Connect. By opting in to the new service, customers can remotely view information about certain aspects of their Lexus vehicle via the MyLexusandBeyond mobile application for iOS smartphone users or LexusDrivers.com.  Information includes maintenance alerts, warning

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GM Promises 22 Safety Technologies in 2016 Models

General Motors has announced that Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac will offer 22 different active safety technologies across their 2016 model year U.S. lineups. The technologies will be developed and tested at the new 52-acre Active Safety Test Area at Milford Proving Ground, near Detroit. “Our comprehensive safety strategy of helping customers before, during and after a crash continues,” said Jeff Boyer, vice

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Honda Introduces Upgraded 2016 Accord

It’s not completely new but it is filled with new technology making it the most advanced Honda Accord in the automaker’s history. Due to be in showrooms this August, the 2016 Accord will feature new styling, a new Display Audio touchscreen interface, and Honda Sensing, safety and driver-assistive technologies, HD Radio, heated rear seats, front and rear parking sensors. The Accord will

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Hyundai Adds Features to Santa Fe, Keeps Base Price the Same for 2016

Hyundai is beefing up the 2016 Santa Fe with more features than ever and keeping the midsize CUV’s base price the same. Among the enhancements for the new model year are updates to the manufacturer’s Driver Selectable Steering Mode aimed at creating a firmer steering feel. Standard features include: remote keyless entry with alarm body color heated exterior power mirrors with

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Honda HR-V Poised to Take on Nissan Rogue, Kia Soul, Mazda CX-3

The entry-level crossover market is getting a new competitor. The Honda is poised to challenge the rocketing sales of the Nissan Rogue, Kia Soul, and Mazda CX-3 with its new 2016 HR-V. Arriving in dealership showrooms on May 15, the HR-V boasts standard equipment of 17-inch alloy wheels, push-button electric parking brake, rearview camera with guidelines, Pandora® radio and Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®1 – all for a manufacturer’s suggested

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