Category: safety
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2023 Polestar 2 Dual Motor – First Drive
Polestar 2 launched in 2019 as the electric performance fastback with avant-garde Scandinavian design. For 2023 the Polestar 2 electric fastback gains important new features and refinements, new exterior and interior colors and materials, premium Bridge of Weir leather, and an enhanced Performance Pack delivering 476hp. The 2023 Polestar 2 Single motor has a starting…
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2023 Toyota Highlander – Drive Review
The Highlander is Toyota’s 3-row midsize crossover SUV and among the top-sellers in this class of utility vehicles. For 2023, Highlander has a new, higher-torque and more efficient 265-HP 2.4-L turbocharged four-cylinder that delivers 310 lb-ft of torque. It’s also offered with a Hybrid that combines a high-efficiency 2.5-liter DOHC four-cylinder engine with two electric motor-generators…
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2023 Volvo XC90 Recharge – Drive Review
The entire 2023 lineup of Volvo cars in the U.S. consists of mild hybrid, hybrid or electric vehicles. Volvo is no longer offering a pure-ICE (internal combustion engine) powered model. The 2023 Volvo XC90 is a premium mid-size three-row seven-passenger SUV. It’s available in three different trim levels with three engine choices. The XC90 is equipped…
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2022 Toyota Sienna – Drive Review
Toyota introduced the reimagined, fourth-generation Sienna for 2021 aimed at supporting a wider array of life stages and activities than the typical minivan. Hybrid engine, only. All-wheel drive available. New for 2022 Woodland Edition for the more adventurous who partake in weekend outdoor activities. Have a look here for more detail and information. @1ChicagoCarGuy
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2021 BMW X5 Drive45e – Drive Review
For 2021 the X5 has been updated to its 2nd-genertion PHEV with the new xDrive45e. Total system output is now 389-hp. 0 to 60 mph acceleration time is 5.3 seconds. The X5 xDrive45e delivers higher performance levels of acceleration as well as handling and braking balanced with low fuel consumption. All this is packaged in a…
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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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2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport – Drive Review
VW has jumped into the 5-seat midsize SUV game with its new Atlas Cross Sport. It’s urban friendly and will fit the needs of many a household. It shares its platform with the larger 7-seat Atlas, offers either a four or a six under the hood as well as front- or all-wheel drive. Check it…
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2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 – Drive Review
Mercedes-Benz has freshened its premium compact GLC 300 SUV for 2020. Engine power is upped to 255-hp. New front and rear design enhancements and a refined interior make for stylish driving. The GLC is a well designed and good looking compact SUV that is well suited to urban living. The overall exterior size makes the…
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2020 Lexus UX – Drive Review
First introduced for 2019 the Lexus UX premium compact crossover has gotten a few upgrades for 2020. Available as the FWD UX 200 and the AWD UX 250h, the Lexus UX provides decent driving dynamics with good acceleration, balanced ride and handling in a refined driving environment. Check it out here. @1ChicagoCarGuy
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2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport – Drive Review
Mitsubishi’s best-selling model, the Outlander Sport, has been redesigned for 2020. Overall the Outlander Sport offers reasonable value and might just make a good choice for those on a tight budget but needing the versatility of a crossover SUV. It’s a crossover SUV designed for the city and does provide good versatility. There are ten…
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