Category: sport sedans

  • 2017 Hyundai Elantra Sport – Drive Report

    A new pocket-rocket has arrived courtesy of Hyundai. The 2017 Elantra Sport with a 201-HP turbo 1.6 liter and either a 6-speed manual or a 7-speed direct shift automated dual clutch transmission provides the new found fun in the auto market. The Elantra has received some structural, chassis, brake and tire changes to help keep…

  • 2017 Ford Fusion V6 Sport – Drive Review

    The 2017 Ford Fusion V6 Sport midsize sedan is great for hauling the children to school, taking your in-laws out to dinner and on the weekend having some fun at your local car enthusiast country club or nearby racetrack. With 325-hp, a 6-speed automatic and all-wheel-drive the Fusion Sport will get you to 60 mph…

  • 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio

    This is a driver’s car. No doubt about it. Get settled behind the wheel of the 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia, especially the top-of-the-line high performance Quadrifoglio, and all you will want to is drive, drive, drive. Sexy, good looking, fast, nimble and fun. Read about my little drive in this Italian gem right here, just…

  • Dodge Charger Hellcat – Extreme Family Transportation

    Why not have a 707HP, 5-passenger, 4-door family sedan parked in your driveway? This Hellcat can just as well be a pussycat. It’s all up to you and the potential for either is all there. Dodge’s Charger SRT Hellcat is the quickest, fastest and most powerful sedan in the world. It’ll haul groceries just as…

  • 2017 Audi A4 – First Drive

    Audi has revamped the A4 for 2017. It’s larger, lighter, and roomier with the 2.o-L turbo now putting put 252HP. Technology abounds with lots of driver-assistance safety features.  A new A4 Ultra with a tuned-for-efficiency 190HP 2.0-L turbo is well suited for the hypermiler. The interior is delightful in this premium sedan. Read more about…

  • 2016 BMW 330e – Drive & Review

    It’s not a boring hybrid. BMW’s new-for-2016 330e plug-in hybrid kicks out 248 total system horsepower and will scoot to 60 mph in 5.9 seconds. And yet it can give you 14 miles of pure electric driving and also cruise up to 75mph just on battery power. It’s bit pricier than the other 3-series sedans…

  • In the News: Best midsize cars, VLF Destino, LAPD goes EV, much on motorsports, and more.

    How was your week? Mine had me learning about America’s Cup foiling catamarans, visiting Chicago’s Rise & Drive and checking out the Mecom Motorcycle auction. Catch up on the automotive news of the week right here with one click. @1ChicagoCarGuy

  • 2017 Jaguar XE – a brief audition

    Coming in late spring 2016, the all-new 2017 Jaguar XE will be in the market with a lineup  that includes Jaguar XE 20d and 35t models each in Premium, Prestige and R-Sport trim levels and available in RWD or AWD. Engine power ranges from 240HP to 340HP, plus there’s also a high efficiency diesel. With…

  • In the News: Automatic braking, NY Auto Show, Gen-Z wants cars, diesel engine here to stay and more.

    Happy Spring! Your March Madness bracket is probably already busted. Turn your attention to the world of autos and don’t miss the up-to-date news. Just click you mouse right here to get caught up. @1ChicagoCarGuy

  • 2016 #Kia #Optima – Pizzazz plus

     Are you in the market for a good looking midsize sedan that breaks the mold of all the look-alikes? The revamped 2016 Kia Optima just might do it for you. Check out my review and take a peak at the photos and video. They might just entice you to take a test drive along LSD…