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Monthly Archives: January 2001
Used Vehicle Review: Chrysler Intrepid, 1998-2001
Back in the fall of 1997, leading auto analyst Joe Phillippi put it this way: “Chrysler has a five-year edge in styling and these cars are exceptional. They’ve taken cues from their concept cars and turned them into production cars. You see one of these things going down the road and you’ll know what it is; it’s the new Chrysler.” Continue reading
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Used Vehicle Review: Chevrolet Silverado, 1999-2001
General Motors did some pretty smart engineering when it completely re-made its pickup trucks for the 1999 model year. Continue reading
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K5 comeback concept
click an image to enlarge In 1969, Chevrolet introduced the Blazer, a four-wheel-drive vehicle with a detachable solid top. The name K5 was attached to the full-size Chevy Blazer from then until 1995 when it was replaced with the all-new … Continue reading
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Test Drive: 2001 Lexus IS300
Click image to enlarge The Lexus IS300 is an attractive alternative to the German sports sedans, but it is unlikely to persuade the buyer for whom all out sports car handling in a sedan is a priority. On the other … Continue reading
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Auto Tech: Winter Tire Time
by Jim Kerr As I accelerated around the corner onto the freeway, the soft sounds of Paul Simon’s Slip Slidin’ Away came from the radio. A sudden gust of wind and a flurry of leaves made me think of how … Continue reading
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Detroit auto show: Two new versions of Lexus IS300 available this August
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Detroit auto show: VW Microbus concept returns with a front-mounted V6
Click for larger image Though it was built in Germany, the original VW Microbus was more closely associated with California and its hippie culture. Perhaps it’s appropriate that the new VW Microbus concept was designed in Volkswagen’s Simi Valley, California … Continue reading
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Detroit auto show: Infiniti FX45 crossover SUV and Q45 unveiled
Click for larger image 2002 Infiniti Q45 Infiniti FX45 Infiniti surprised many with the introduction of a new crossover luxury SUV vehicle called the FX45. The striking FX45 features all-wheel-drive, a tall road stance, full luxury amenities, and V8 power. … Continue reading
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Auto Tech: Alcohol as fuel
by Jim Kerr Alcohol is a viable fuel for vehicles. Ford Model Ts were run on it during the depression; some drag racers use it, Indy race cars use it, and cars in some overseas countries run on alcohol fuel. … Continue reading
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L.A. Auto Show: Acura unveils 2002 3.2TL and 3.5RL
January 6, 2001 Click for larger images2002 Acura 3.2TL2002 Acura 3.5RL Acura unveiled the 2002 3.2TL and 3.5RL at the Los Angeles Auto Show on Friday. Both models will go on sale in Canada later in 2001. The 3.2TL, winner … Continue reading
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Well-worn Land Rover debuts in L.A.
Most vehicles shown during auto shows are freshly painted, have no miles on the odometer and are free from the dents and dings of real-world use. Not so the Land Rover Discovery Series II TReK competition vehicle that its first-ever … Continue reading
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Auto Tech: Mercedes-Benz Brake Assist
by Jim Kerr Big disc brakes and antilock systems are great for stopping quickly while still keeping the car under control. They have only one downfall: the driver! When a sudden or panic stop situation occurs, most drivers hesitate slightly … Continue reading
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Test Drive: 2001 Volvo V70 Cross Country
Click image to enlarge The Cross Country combines luxurious appointments like super-comfortable leather seating surfaces with the load carrying flexibility of a 40/20/40 split rear bench seat that folds flat and a variety of ingenious interior features. And all-wheel-drive gives … Continue reading
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