2016 Hyundai Veloster Rally Edition M/T (1112)

Overview: This is the 2016 Hyundai Veloster Rally Edition M/T Turbo. When I questioned the meaning of Veloster it made total sense when Hyundai said it was just a combination of “Velocity and Roadster”. I also understand they will only produce 1,200. But then I agree there aren’t that many folks...
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2016 Mazda 3 i Grand Touring (1111)

Overview: This is the 2016 Mazda 3 i Grand Touring 4-door sedan. This 5-passenger compact sedan doesn’t compromise ride quality, fuel efficiency or practicality in performance. The Mazda3 is confident in the corners, yet is still a comfortable soft ride on the highway. If you like a manual transmission Mazda (as...
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2016 Audi A6 2.0 T (1108)

Overview: This is the 2016 Audi A6 2.0 T and performance is the word that describes it best. If you have ever ridden a spirited horse then you will understand what I mean. You know there are some special animals that simply want to run. There are also special cars...
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2015 Chrysler 200 C (1106)

Overview: This week we’re looking at the 2015 Chrysler 200 C, and what a pretty car it is. But that is not where it ends. This is an overall lovely car. A little history explains my 180 degree turn around in my opinion of Chrysler cars. I was never a...
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2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek 2.0 (1102)

Overview: This week we’re looking at the 2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek 2.0 that is a small crossover that available in five trim levels: 2.0i, 2.0i Premium, 2.0i Limited, Hybrid and Hybrid Touring This Crosstrek is really a car -- a Subaru Impreza wagon, to be precise, but it has beefed-up suspension components,...
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2015 Hyundai Tucson Fuel Cell (1083-1)

Introduction: One of my readers has agreed to share his experience with the Hyundai Fuel Cell Vehicle. Since I test drove the prototype GM HyWire FCV about 7 years ago the technology has finally matured to an actual commercial application. Herewith this consumers take on the newest breakthrough to an...
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2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit 4X4 (1083)

Overview: This week we’re looking at the 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit 4X4 SUV. The Summit is at the higher end of the Jeep offerings that is trial rated. This test vehicle was equipped with a $4,500 optional EcoDiesel V6 engine. Its off-road capability is far beyond where most people will ever...
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