Category: new car review
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2021 GMC Yukon Denali – Room for All
I had some more time with the new GMC Yukon Denali. And, my daughter and her husband got one so they could safely transport their growing family. Two center row captain’s chairs are nice. But, when it comes to needing to move the young ones three safety seats fit well in the center bench. Read…
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2021 Genesis G80 – Drive Review
The midsize G80 sedan offers both a premium look and feel as well as all around good performance. The overall exterior design has both sporty and elegant characteristics. The 5-passenger G80 is offered in two trims, 2.5T and 3.5T, both available with rear-wheel or all-wheel drive. The 2021 Genesis G80 is one of three finalists…
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2021 Lexus IS – Drive Review
For 2021 the compact IS sport sedan gets freshened exterior styling, a reimagined interior, retuned driving dynamics, more advanced driver-assistance safety features and an updated infotainment system. Lexus hit the mark with ride and handling. There’s plenty of fun to drive in the IS coming in part from new suspension components and reduced unsprung weight…
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2021 Toyota Venza – Drive Review
The Venza nameplate is back in the Toyota model mix for 2021. Now, the Venza midsize 2-row, 5-seater is offered only in all-wheel drive (AWD) and only with a hybrid drivetrain. Positioned as the “ultimate urban crossover,” the Venza offers versatility and distinction with a “quiet confidence.” Check out more details here. @!ChicagoCarGuy
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2021 Hyundai Palisade – Drive Review
For 2021 Hyundai Palisade has undergone significant content repackaging to give buyers of all trim levels added comfort & convenience while streamlining shopper trim selections. A new upscale Calligraphy trim has been added. Read about what’s new for 2021 here. @1ChicagoCarGuy
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2021 Dodge – More Horsepower
Cars aren’t dead. Dodge is proving that. Sales are up. For 2021 Dodge has three models each available with over 700 horsepower. Challenger, Charger and Durango offer true performance. Check out the 2021 Dodge Challenger SRT Super Stock, the Charger SRT Hellcat Redeye and the Durango SRT Hellcat. Just click here. @1ChicagoCarGuy
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2021 Chrysler Pacifica All-Wheel Drive – First Drive
On the 2021 Chrysler Pacifica minivan you’re now able to get an all-weather capable, seamless and fully automatic all-wheel-drive (AWD) system. The Pacifica AWD system is quite smart. It engages automatically, based on a variety of sensor inputs that signal when enhanced traction is beneficial. The AWD system is available across all four gas-powered Chrysler…
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2021 Hyundai N Line
Hyundai’s high performance N line-up was developed to make the driver’s heart beat faster whenever they’re behind the wheel. Hyundai has announced it will bring to market a total of seven new N and N Line models in sports, sedan and SUV segments through the 2022 calendar year. I drove both the new Sonata N…
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2021 Cadillac Escalade – Drive Review
The Escalade is all new for 2021 riding on a new platform with longer wheelbase and an independent rear suspension. It’s completely redone in and out with a bold and elegant exterior plus a luxurious interior. New on the Escalade is the availability of Cadillac’s exclusive Super Cruise, the first true hands-free driver assistance feature…
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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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