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2012 Chevrolet Traverse
Posted in Auto on February 1, 2012
The 2012 Chevrolet Traverse is a handsome-looking crossover SUV available in either a seven- seater or eight-seater, with lots of room. Our test model featured two seats up front, two in the second row buckets and three seats in the back. The exterior look is smooth and contemporary with a neatly defined side profile and [...]
2012 Volkswagen Jetta GLI
Posted in Auto on February 1, 2012
The much-missed Volkswagen Jetta GLI is back for 2012 and is a very welcome addition to the Jetta lineup. For the uninitiated, the GLI is a performance minded vehicle. Our muscular jet-black tester certainly looked the part sitting on 18-inch black finished alloy wheels and super low profile tires. The GLI certainly has some attitude [...]
2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid – Luxury and fuel economy on offer
Posted in Auto on January 6, 2012
Upscale mid size hybrids are few and far between and the Lincoln MKZ hybrid is in rarefied company. You know straight away it is a Lincoln, courtesy of the large chromed waterfall front grille and wide rear taillights. The MKZ does share some mechanical parts with the Ford Fusion Hybrid, but is obviously far more [...]
2012 Volkswagen Eos Cabriolet
Posted in Auto on January 6, 2012
There is nothing better than going for a carefree drive in a convertible and everyone should own one at least once. While most of us cannot afford a mega expensive Lambo or Ferrari ragtop there are some affordable Cabriolets in the market. For instance look no further than the 2012 Volkswagen Eos, a nicely styled, [...]
2011 Lexus CT 200h- Sporty Lexus hybrid impresses
Posted in Auto on November 30, 2011
The Lexus CT 200h is a first for the Japanese luxury car brand. Essentially, it is luxury compact sport hatchback with hybrid power and is priced very attractively with a starting price of $30,950. The CT 200h is an all-new model for 2011 and powered by the same 1.8-litre four-cylinder gasoline engine and electric motor as found [...]
2011 Chevrolet Volt is the real deal when it comes to fuel economy
Posted in Auto on November 30, 2011
A test drive in the new Chevrolet Volt proved that this vehicle is indeed, the right car and came at the right time. Basically, the Volt is an electric car with a gasoline engine backup. You plug it in, with a full charge, taking ten hours on basic 120 household current, or four hours on [...]
2011 Ford Explorer
Posted in Auto on November 8, 2011
For 2011, the Ford Explorer is completely redesigned, right down to its construction. Previously a body-on-frame SUV, it is now a unibody, with a base configuration of front-wheel drive. The new platform is in good company as it underpins the Taurus, Flex, Lincoln MKS and Volvo XC90. Exterior wise, the Explorer looks more defined, tighter [...]
2011 Audi TTS Coupe
Posted in Auto on November 8, 2011
Just looking at the Audi TTS Coupe will give you the shivers. It’s sleek, aerodynamic, yet stubby and aggressive look, oozes attitude and luxurious taste. Thanks to the shark like nose and hooded glaring headlights for giving other drivers a fright in the rear view mirror. The high-performance Audi TTS is available as a 2+2 [...]
2011 Toyota 4Runner: Rugged and refined
Posted in Auto on September 21, 2011
For 2011, the venerable Toyota 4runner arrives with macho chunky looks. The previous generation was sleeker and the new square design was a surprise for me. Still the 4Runner has been a popular seller and the new look is more contemporary with lots of interesting details on the exterior. Another significant change is the new [...]
2011 Chevrolet Camaro SS convertible – SS means “So Sexy”
Posted in Auto on September 21, 2011
I was lucky enough to get a week in the long-awaited Chevrolet Camaro convertible. And not just any model, but the stunning, SS version. In this case, with a 6.2-litre V8 with six-speed automatic transmission. It offers 400 horse power and 410lb/ft of torque! However, opt for the manual version and you can get more [...]
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