Category: driver-assistance safety features
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2021 Hyundai Elantra and Elantra Hybrid – First Drive
The all-new seventh-generation Elantra compact sedan is based on a new vehicle platform with longer wheelbase, wider stance, and a lower roofline. The four-door coupe-like look follows what Hyundai calls “Parametric Dynamics” design theme. I drove the 2021 Elantra and Elantra Hybrid both of which provide a good bit of the fun-to-drive element. Both engines…
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2021 Volkswagen Atlas – Drive Report
VW’s Atlas is a great value and delivers on what you buy an SUV for….plenty of room for people and cargo. The 2021 Atlas seven-seat SUV has an upgraded interior and an exterior with bolder front and rear styling. VW has expanded the availability of the 2.0-L to the top trims. And, VW has held…
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2020 Cadillac CT5 – Drive Review
The 2020 Cadillac CT5 is offered in Luxury, Premium Luxury and Sport trim levels, as well as the higher performance V-Series CT5-V. Under the hood you can have a 237hp 2.0L turbo 4-cylinder, a 335hp twin-turbo 3.0-liter V6 or the higher output 360hp in the V-series. Prices begin at $37,890. More info and details are…
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2020 Cadillac CT4-V – Drive Review
The 2020 Cadillac CT4 model lineup consists of the Luxury, Premium Luxury and Sport trims powered by a 237hp turbo 2.0L turbo. The Premium Luxury is also available with a 309hp turbo 2.7L. At the top sites the V-series with a 325hp turbo 2.7L. The compact 5-passenger CT4-V delivers plenty of driving enjoyment, comfort and…
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2020 Lincoln Corsair – Drive Review
Lincoln was rated the Highest Satisfaction Premium Brand in the AutoPacific 2020 Vehicle Satisfaction Survey. The new 2020 Corsair small SUV is the entry to Lincoln brand. The Corsair’s exterior is described as a “sculpture in motion.” The Corsair’s interior was designed to be a “sanctuary for the senses.” Learn a bit more about this…
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2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime – First Drive
The most powerful and quickest RAV4 ever while also being the most fuel-efficient. That’s the new 302hp 2021 RAV4 Prime. It can do 0-60mph in 5.7 seconds and drive up to 42 miles on battery power. Check out the new performance “green” SUV from Toyota here. @1ChicagoCarGuy
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2020 Volkswagen Jetta GLI – Drive Review
Often called the GTI with a trunk, the GLI as the GTI of sport sedans came into being to provide driving excitement in a traditional sedan body style. The Golf GTI has been called “a wolf in sheep’s clothing.” That moniker could just as well be applied to the Jetta GLI. The Volkswagen Jetta GLI…
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2020 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF
Over a million MX-5 Miatas have been produced during the more than 30 years it has been on the road. The fun-to-drive Miata is plenty comfortable for two average size adults and its free-revving 181-horsepower 2.0-L gets you going quickly. And now Mazda is celebrating its 100th Anniversary with a new limited edition 100th Anniversary…
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2020 Audi A6 Allroad – Drive Review
Audi has brought back the A6 Allroad. Yes it’s a station wagon. Adjustable air suspension gives it a car-like look and ride and yet allows for a bit of unpaved-road travel. A turbo 3.0-L V6 48-volt mild hybrid pumps out 335-horsepower. Check it out right here. @1ChicagoCarGuy
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Make a getaway in the 2020 Chrysler Pacifica
My wife and I recently did what many American families are doing this summer, we drove and did not fly to a getaway vacation home. For the six hour drive from our Chicago home to the northern reaches of Michigan’s lower peninsula a 2020 Chrysler Pacifica hauled us and our stuff. Our experience with the…
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