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2009 Hyundai Sonata: It Had a Little Work Done
The biggest takeaway from our recent week in the 2008 Sonata was that the interior needed an update. Hyundai was already on the case, and has now unveiled a reworked Sonata with a new interior, freshened exterior, revised engines and a modified suspension. The revamped interior combines Veracruz-like design touches with new features like a touch-screen navigation system, dual-zone climate control, heated front seats and auxiliary audio inputs....
2009 Acura RL: More Tech, More Power, No V8
With styling that's sporty but less substantial than its competitors', and no available V8, the RL has been somewhat of an also-ran in its category....
2008 C30 R-Design: It Looks Faster
Although the R designation no longer holds the promise of extra power and performance, it's still nice to see sport-oriented design elements make their way...
2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8: 425 Horsepower and a Navigation System
Let's get right to it, shall we? The much-anticipated Challenger (available only in SRT8 strength to start) features a 6.1-liter HEMI V8 good for 425...
2008 Porsche Cayenne GTS: Kicked Up a Notch
The name Porsche is synonymous with performance, even when it's attached to the back of a heavyweight like the Cayenne SUV. The newest performer in the...
2008 Scion tC Release Series 4.0: All Dressed Up with No Extra Go
It seems appearance over performance is a running theme at the Chicago Auto Show, with a number of cars sporting flashy new features but no additional...
$1 a Gallon Ethanol? It Could Happen
One of the major knocks on ethanol these days is that E85 is so expensive. Because of its BTU content, E85 doesn't offer the fuel economy of gasoline, so...
2009 Chevrolet Traverse: A Third-Millenium Family Wagon
The Chevrolet Traverse follows the Saturn Outlook, GMC Acadia and Buick Enclave as the fourth model wrung from GM's well-received new(ish) crossover...
Alton Truck Company, One Huge SUV
It might be hard to believe but there are drivers for whom a Chevrolet Suburban or Hummer H2 is just too darn small. Luckily for them the Alton Truck...
Chrome Shop Mafia Custom Ford F-650
The Chrome Shop Mafia is probably best known as the creative force behind the TV show "Trick My Truck." While their relationship with the TV show has...
Coming to America: 2009 Yes! 3.2 Roadster
Later this year, Americans will get a chance to say yes to Yes! The European automaker has announced it will begin selling its racy two-seat 3.2 Roadster...
GM Teams with Coskata on E85 Initiative
Ethanol has taken its lumps from some elements of environmentalist groups lately, but now General Motors is making a new effort to win their hearts and...
Hydrogen Concept: Hyundai i-Blue
The i-Blue crossover is the first Hyundai designed from the ground up as a fuel-cell vehicle. Powered by the company's third-generation fuel-cell...
2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring: Hi, Five
Hyundai calls the new Elantra Touring a five-door, but to call it a small wagon would be no less accurate. In addition to more cargo space and versatility...
2009 Suzuki Equator: Does it Look Familiar?
Conceived in part so that Suzuki could offer fans of its cycles a vehicle with which to tow their two- and four-wheelers, the Equator pickup is basically a...
2009 Volkswagen Routan: The Return of the Vee-Dub Van
The Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town & Country have a new sibling. Volkswagen's new Routan minivan shares its architecture, powertrains and assembly...
