Category: fuel economy
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2016 #Volvo S60 T5 Inscription
For 2016 Volvo now offers a stretched version of its S60 sedan. With 3 inches more wheelbase, rear seat legroom is, well, more luxurious. Volvo’s sporty and yet sophisticated approach to car design makes the S60 something to consider. Front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive is offered in this five-seater with nice power, performance and fuel…
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Year- end auto sales wrap-up, CES, #NAIAS, VW Diesels, Motorsports starts up and more.
While you were recovering from the holiday break and the New Year’s celebration the auto industry kept making news. Have a quick read right here about all that went on in the first week of 2016. @1ChicagoCarGuy
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2016 #Mazda CX-3; Fun, Frugal and Urban Friendly
Earlier last year I drove the all-new 2016 Mazda CX-3 compact SUV at its national introduction in Los Angeles. I recently spent more time driving the CX-3, this time around the streets of Chicago. You can read my impressions right here and then decide for yourself if this new entry in the compact crossover field…
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2016 #GMC Pickups; a size for every need.
Canyon, Sierra and Sierra HD – GMC’s medium , large and extra large pickups. What size is right for your job? Here’s a quick look at what GMC has to offer in its 2016 pickups. Click here and enjoy. @1ChicagoCarGuy
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Ford and Google, Oil prices and politics, Air bags and recalls, Nissan Titan pricing and more end of year news.
Hoping you had a Merry Christmas and that travels for you or your family all went OK, here’s the latest news in the automotive world. Just click right here and give it a read. @1ChicagoCarGuy
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2016 #Mazda6 just might be the best choice midsize sedan.
There’s quite a selection of midsize sedans for car shoppers to choose from today. That’s a good thing; something for everyone. And they’re all pretty good. If you like good looks, style, a fun-to-drive car, top-notch fuel economy all at a reasonable price and…you don’t want to see yourself coming and going, the 2016 Mazda6…
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VW Fix, Noisy Ferraris, Mazda Leads MPG, Tesla Sells Emission Credits, Purdy Driving Home to NAIAS, Rain Man Buick, Jeep Recall
While you were out doing your Christmas shopping or socializing at those office holiday gatherings, the auto world kept making news. Catch up with just one click right here on what went on. @1ChicagoCarGuy
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2016 #Subaru #Forester Drive and Review
The 2016 Subaru Forester is a very viable and capable offering in the compact SUV/crossover segment. With all-wheel drive and an economical drive train plus plenty of room for your dog or baby stroller you just might want to stop in your local Subaru retailer and check it out. By the way, the Forester’s PZEV…
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November sales; NAIAS No Shows; e-Porsche; Buick Made in China, Dart Recall & more.
As we roll into the final games that will determine who will play for the NCAA football championship, the auto industry continues to make news. Even in the auto industry there are surprises and some wins by pure luck. Here’s the latest update on what went on last week. Just click here to catch up.…
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2016 #Volkswagen e-Golf; Review by Henny Hemmes
My Netherlands-based colleague Henny Hemmes was in Los Angeles for the recent media previews at the LA Auto Show and had the opportunity to take a quick spin in VW’s new e-Golf. Click here to read what she had to say on this all-electric entry from VW. @1ChicagoCarGuy
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