2008 Hyundai Accent SE (713)

Overview: This week we’re looking at the 2008 Hyundai Accent SE three door that has some pretty good Fuel Economy numbers. Small is beautiful today more than ever. But to American buyers small meant Porsche, Ferrari, and Corvette. Today with $5 / gallon gas small has been modified in the US....
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2008 Dodge Dakota Crew Cab TRX4 (712)

Overview: This week we’re looking at the 2008 Dodge Dakota Crew Cab TRX4 4X4 pick up truck. Generally I like pickup trucks and have had several personally and own one now (extra large Dodge Ram Dual rear wheel Cummins Diesel with 265,000 miles, which is just broken in).  I especially like...
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2008 Dodge Durango SUV (711)

Overview: This week we’re looking at the 2008 Dodge Durango SUV. Ok, so SUV’s are a dirty name in today’s world, but for many it is the best vehicle to service their need. Friend Merkel did a lot of research to buy a fuel efficient family vehicle for wife FJ and...
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2008 Mazda 5 Grand Touring AT (709)

[gallery link="file" ids="3220,3221,3222,3223,3224"] Overview: This week we’re looking at the 2008 Mazda 5 Grand Touring AT. And for those of you who have driven Mazda’s you likely have an interest in what Mazda is doing. There isn’t a cult following per se, but it is certain that people do come back to...
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2008 Mazda CX-7 Grand Touring FWD (708)

[gallery link="file" ids="3227,3228,3229,3230"] Overview: This week we’re looking at the 2008 Mazda CX-7 and although I like this vehicle I was a little surprised at the engine noise. It reminded me of Tim Allen in the Santa Clause movie and the line “there rose such a clatter”. Secondly, with all my preaching over...
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2009 Mitsubishi Galant Ralliart 4 Dr. Sedan (706)

[wpsgallery] Overview: This week we’re looking at the 2009 Mitsubishi Galant Ralliart 4-Door Sedan. After writing about the stylishly exciting Dodge Challenger everything else seems a bit boring. But at about 15 average miles per gallon using the Challenger as a commuter is not practical for most of us. This Galant IS...
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2008 Volkswagen Jetta SE (705)

Overview: This week we’re looking at the 2008 Volkswagen Jetta SE 2.5 which is a substantial little compact that borders on being a luxury car relative to the competition. The Audi and Acura, although listed as competition, are over priced and cost to benefit suffers. However some people are more concerned...
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2008 Saturn Astra 3 Door XR (704)

[gallery link="file" ids="5308,5309,5310,5311,5312"] General Info: Parts - US/Canadian 3%, Germany 35%, Hungary 17%, Transmission - Japan. Assembly - Antwerpen, Belgium Class:  - Compact Crossover Cars: - Astra, Aura, Aura GL Hybrid, Icon, Outlook, Relay, Sky, Vue and Vue GL Hybrid. "An Automotive Love Affair" By Joseph Mavilia       2008 Saturn Astra 3 Door XR Overview: This week we're...
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2008 Honda Accord EXL (703)

Overview: This week we’re looking at the 2008 Honda Accord 2 Door EXL V6 NV (Navigation). It is assembled in Marysville, Ohio, USA using parts from the US and Canada 60%, and Japan 25%. It’s in the Compact class and Honda’s lineup includes - Accord, Accord Hybrid, Civic, Civic Hybrid, CR-V,...
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