Daily Archives: October 3, 2008

Test Drive: 2009 Volkswagen Jetta TDI

2009 Volkswagen Jetta TDI. Click image to enlarge Related articles on Autos First Drives 2009 Volkswagen Jetta TDI, by Greg Wilson 2009 Volkswagen Jetta Wagon, by Paul Williams First Drives 2009 Volkswagen Jetta Wagon 2.5L by Greg Wilson Manufacturer’s web … Continue reading

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Motoring Memories: Henry Ford’s Racing Cars

Racing lies at the very roots of Ford’s heritage: it was Henry Ford’s car racing fame that helped attract the financial backing that made him successful in the automobile business, says auto historian, Bill Vance. Continue reading

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Buyer's Guide: 2009 Smart Fortwo

NEW FOR 2009: – Standard driver and passenger door nets, cover for 12-volt socket, indicator warning lamp for open fuel cap – Passion Line interior fabrics match exterior colours – Exterior colours: Grey Metallic and Rally Red added; Red Metallic … Continue reading

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Buyer's Guide: 2009 Nissan Maxima

NEW FOR 2009: – Redesigned model For 2009, the Nissan Maxima is an all-new model. Built on the company’s D-Platform, also used for the Altima and Murano, the Maxima features new exterior and interior styling, more powerful V6 engine, and … Continue reading

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Buyer’s Guide: 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class

NEW FOR 2009: – SL63 AMG replaces SL55 AMG – Exterior and interior styling facelift for all models – Standard AMG body styling for SL550 and SL600 – New-generation audio and communications including standard Bluetooth, MP3, TeleAid, media interface, and … Continue reading

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Buyer's Guide: 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class

NEW FOR 2009: – CL550 4Matic replaces rear-wheel drive CL550 – All 19-inch wheels get all-season tires – Trunk pass-through and trunk-mounted 12-volt power outlet standard on all models – Technology Package of Distronic Plus, Park Assist, Night View Assist … Continue reading

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Buyer's Guide: 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class

NEW FOR 2009: – Interior and exterior styling facelift – New 300-horsepower "sport" engine for SLK350 – SLK280 renamed SLK300 – New variable-ratio direct steering – New-generation audio and communications systems, including standard Bluetooth, MP3 and TeleAid, and optional COMAND … Continue reading

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Buyer's Guide: 2009 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

NEW FOR 2009: – Dynamic Handling Package standard on C350, optional on rear-wheel drive C300 – Sport Package now standard on all C300 models – Rearview mirror compass – Burl Walnut Wood Trim available on all models – Harman/Kardon Logic7 … Continue reading

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Buyer's Guide: 2009 Lexus LX 570

NEW FOR 2009: – New base model – New Premium and Ultra Premium Packages added Completely redesigned for 2008, the Lexus LX 570 is mechanically unchanged for 2009 but undergoes adjustments to its list of standard and optional features. Whereas … Continue reading

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Buyer's Guide: 2009 Hyundai Genesis

NEW FOR 2009: – All-new model An all-new model, the 2009 Genesis marks Hyundai’s first foray into the rear-wheel drive segment and its first V8, and is the new flagship sedan in the company’s line-up. Two engines are offered: a … Continue reading

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Buyer's Guide: 2009 Honda Fit

NEW FOR 2009: – Redesigned model For 2009, the Honda Fit has been redesigned. Its facelift gives it a larger windshield and front quarter windows; inside, the rear "Magic Seat" now has a one-motion dive-down mechanism that allows it to … Continue reading

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Buyer's Guide: 2009 Chevrolet Aveo

NEW FOR 2009: – All-new 1.6-litre Ecotec engine with variable valve timing – Enhanced transmissions – New exterior and interior styling on Aveo5 – New GM Oil Life monitoring system – OnStar standard on LT models – Available XM satellite … Continue reading

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Buyer's Guide: 2009 Acura TL

NEW FOR 2009: – Redesigned model For 2009, the Acura TL has been completely redesigned, now in its fourth generation. For the first time in an Acura vehicle, the TL will be available in front-wheel drive or with the company’s … Continue reading

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