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2019 Kia Forte – First Drive

Posted on February 14, 2019 by

Kia’s entry in the compact car market is the Forte which has been updated for 2019. It’s entirely new. Kia made it longer, wider and a bit taller. It’s got some design cues from the Stinger and has a 5-passenger interior layout … Continue reading →

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2019 Subaru Forester – Drive Report

Posted on January 24, 2019 by

Subaru’s  Forester is entirely new for 2019, built now on an all-new platform. The 2.5-L boxer engine as been updated. The wheelbase is longer providing more rear seat legroom and more cargo capacity. Headroom, hip and shoulder room are also … Continue reading →

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2019 Lexus ES – Drive Review

Posted on December 17, 2018 by

The seventh-generation 2019 Lexus ES is longer, lower and wider. Built on a new platform, the ES has more aggressive and sporty styling with a modern and comfortable interior. The front-wheel drive ES is available in the 302-horspower ES 350 … Continue reading →

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2019 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross – Drive Report

Posted on December 5, 2018 by

 Mitsubishi introduced the all-new Eclipse Cross compact SUV in 2018. Now for 2019 it continues with a couple tweaks to enhance the Mitsubishi line-up. Price is all-important and the Eclipse Cross is well positioned with a starting price of $23,595. … Continue reading →

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2019 Toyota Avalon – Drive Review

Posted on December 5, 2018 by

The Toyota Avalon has been extensively revamped for 2019. This in spite of ever-diminishing new vehicle buyer’s interests in sedans. And to stimulate more interest, Toyota has ramped up the Avalon’s looks and style giving it a more head-turning presence. … Continue reading →

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2019 Volvo XC40 – Drive Review

Posted on October 22, 2018 by

The new Volvo XC40 small SUV has been named the 2018 European Car of the Year ahead of the Geneva Motor Show last March in Switzerland. It is the first win of this prestigious award for Volvo Cars. The XC40 … Continue reading →

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2019 Nissan Altima – First Drive

Posted on October 11, 2018 by

Nissan has completely re-done the Altima for 2019. Now after 25 years on the U.S. market Nissan still sees a place for the Altima in its lineup. Even as many folks jump into SUVs, sedans still strike a cord with … Continue reading →

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