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The MOTOR TREND article discusses various contenders for Car of the Year, including the BMW i5, Fiat 500e, Genesis G70, Hyundai Sonata, Kia K4, Kia K5, Mercedes-Benz CLE, Porsche Panamera, Porsche Taycan, Toyota Camry, and Volkswagen ID Buzz. Each vehicle is evaluated based on performance, design, efficiency, and value. The BMW i5 impresses with its electric powertrain and performance but receives mixed reviews on its design and handling. The Fiat 500e offers a compelling small EV option but falls short in some areas. The Genesis G70 is praised for its competitive features but faces uncertainty about its future. The Hyundai Sonata gains all-wheel drive but has some shortcomings in its design and performance. The Kia K4 is a promising option with daring styling and a tech-heavy interior. The Kia K5 receives mixed reviews for its design and performance. The Mercedes-Benz CLE offers luxury and performance but has some flaws in its design and features. The Porsche Panamera impresses with its performance but has some issues with its lane keep assist. The Porsche Taycan excels in performance and charging capabilities but faces challenges in design and pricing. The Toyota Camry offers a comfortable ride and efficient hybrid powertrain but has some build-quality concerns. The Volkswagen ID Buzz stands out for its spacious interior and unique design but faces challenges in range and pricing. Each vehicle has its strengths and weaknesses, making it a competitive field for the Car of the Year title [Extracted from the article]

The MOTOR TREND article evaluates a range of SUV models from different automakers, focusing on their design, performance, technology, and overall value. Models like the Kia EV9, with its electric powertrain and impressive features, are discussed in detail. The Lincoln Nautilus ultimately wins the SUV of the Year award for its luxurious interior, advanced engineering, and exceptional performance, despite some minor drawbacks. The article provides valuable insights for those researching SUV options, highlighting the strengths and weaknesses of each model. [Extracted from the article]

The BMW M2 has been awarded MotorTrend's 2024 Performance Vehicle of the Year. It features a powerful twin-turbo engine, the option of a manual or automatic transmission, and can accommodate four passengers. The M2's design and engineering are impressive, with a platform borrowed from larger models, off-the-shelf chassis tuning, and an engine that delivers more power than advertised. It offers an engaging driving experience, with customizable settings and excellent steering and chassis control. The M2 is also practical, with a comfortable cabin, usable back seat, and spacious trunk. It is considered one of the best BMW M cars of the 21st century. [Extracted from the article]

This article provides a comparison of three electric vehicles (EVs): the 2024 Polestar 2, the 2024 Hyundai Ioniq 6, and the 2024 Tesla Model 3. The Polestar 2 is described as fun to drive but has a cramped interior and limited range. The Hyundai Ioniq 6 is praised for its quick charging, spacious interior, and neat design, but it is not as enjoyable to drive and lacks advanced software. The Tesla Model 3 is engaging to drive, has a luxurious interior, and benefits from the Supercharger network, but its back seat is less spacious and its range falls short of the EPA figure. The article concludes that while the Polestar 2 is an "enthusiast special," the Tesla Model 3 is the top choice for most consumers. [Extracted from the article]

This article provides updates on various vehicles in Motor Trend's long-term fleet, including the 2023 Kia Sorento PHEV and the 2023 Mazda CX-50. The author discusses the features, pricing, and practicality of these vehicles, offering insights for potential buyers. Additionally, the article highlights the 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz, a compact pickup truck with towing power, a small bed, and SUV comfort. The Santa Cruz received positive reviews for its performance and versatility as a daily driver and work truck. [Extracted from the article]

The article from MOTOR TREND discusses the behind-the-scenes of the MotorTrend Awards season, focusing on the SUV of the Year (SUVOTY), Car of the Year (COTY), and Truck of the Year (TOTY) evaluations. The SUVOTY evaluation featured over 30 vehicles, with a tie for first place. The COTY field was smaller than usual, with diverse powertrains and models, including minivans. The TOTY evaluation highlighted the attention on the Tesla Cybertruck and the challenges faced during testing, ultimately leading to changed opinions among the judges. [Extracted from the article]

Ford established the Special Vehicle Team in 1991 in part to develop its SS454 rival, with the first two SVT offerings being the 1993-model Lightning pickup and Mustang Cobra (page 30). Tests & Drives These two Ford F-150 Lightning pickups are nothing alike. Each truck was conceived to pursue a novel trend in the wider light-duty truck market - the high-performance "personal-use" pickup of the 1990s and the e-truck of today. [Extracted from the article]

Scott Evans Service Life 6 months/11,462 miles Average Fuel Econ 1.9 mi/kWh Unresolved problems None Maintenance cost $0 Normal wear $0 Base price $74,075 As tested $76,875 EPA City/Hwy/Comb fuel econ 74/66/70 mpg-e Carrying keys around all the time is something we've come to accept as part of life, but new technology is giving us options. ARRIVAL: 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5 "Some say apartment dwellers can't charge EVs. Brian Vance Service Life 12 months/14,852 miles Average Fuel Econ 22.9 mpg Unresolved problems None Maintenance cost $141.19 (2x inspection, oil change) Normal wear $0 Base price $26,610 As tested $26,915 EPA City/Hwy/Comb fuel econ 25/30/27 mpg The Kia Seltos is not the right SUV for everyone, but it checks more boxes than many in its class and looks good while doing it. '" Mac Morrison Service Life 3 months/3,148 miles Average Fuel Econ 20.5 mpg Unresolved problems None Maintenance cost $77.39 (oil change, tire rotation, inspection) Normal wear $0 Base price $37,490 As tested $37,754 EPA City/Hwy/Comb fuel econ 19/26/22 mpg The first few months of our test coincided with a jam-packed work schedule and the holiday season, so we didn't pile on as many miles as we normally would. [Extracted from the article]

William Walker Unresolved problems None Maintenance cost $0 Normal wear $0 Base price $74,895 As tested $96,895 EPA City/Hwy/Comb fuel econ 20/25/22 mpg Usually, horsepower, giving brakes a vehicle to stop tons of a train, extra and huge, sticky tires is a recipe for success. Duncan Brady Unresolved problems None Maintenance cost $0 Normal wear $0 Base price $40,965 As tested $42,190 EPA City/Hwy/Comb fuel econ 21/28/24 mpg Consider long-term this Kia the Sorento. torture test Over for the our course of 17 days and 4,059 miles across seven states and seven national parks, I nearly doubled the miles of our golden go-getter, all while facing the elements nightly in a rooftop tent. Erick Ayapana Unresolved problems None Maintenance cost $0 Normal wear $0 Base price $41,945 As tested $44,890 EPA City/Hwy/Comb fuel econ 22/30/25 mpg Our endured long-term some Volvo wild XC40 temperature has swings in Southern California, including a few mornings when temperatures dipped to the mid to high 30s. UPDATE: 2021 Kia Sorento Service Life 6 mo/11,310 mi Average Fuel Econ 22.7 mpg "A 4,000-mile road trip taught us a few things about the Kia Sorento.". [Extracted from the article]

(Both the Tundra and F-150 are available with an optional hybrid powertrain, but only Ford offers a V-8.) Unlike the F-150, the Tundra doesn't have a spray-in bedliner, but it doesn't need one: The Tundra's bed is a virtually indestructible plastic composite. Ford supplied an F-150 XLT, the truck's one-up-from-the-bottom trim, which was priced at $58,575 and fitted with two key options - Ford's Max Trailer Tow package and the 3.5-liter EcoBoost twin-turbo V-6. Our Tundra test truck had a $385 power package that included 400-watt outlets in the bed and a Qi wireless phone charger in the cab, which our F-150 lacked. [Extracted from the article]

Scott Evans Unresolved problems None Maintenance cost $0 Normal wear $0 Base price $67,295 As tested $80,420 EPA City/Hwy/Comb fuel econ 15/27/19 mpg We've talked quite a lot about the mid-engine Corvette, even going so far as to name it our 2020 Car of the Year. Zach Gale Unresolved problems None Maintenance cost $92.52 (oil change, inspection, tire rotation) Normal wear $0 Base price $39,635 As tested $39,635 EPA City/Hwy/Comb fuel econ 19/28/22 mpg One road trip, two dreams fulfilled. The Venza delivers 40/37/39 mpg city/ highway/combined per the EPA - pretty good numbers for an SUV of this size. UPDATE: 2021 Honda Odyssey Service Life 8 mo/11,902 mi Average Fuel Econ 20.4 mpg "After a long, meandering journey, what do we think of this Odyssey?". [Extracted from the article]

Frank Markus BASE PRICE $39,055 AS TESTED $39,940 Minivans are a little like brown, diesel, stick-shift station wagons: No matter how much praise we auto scribblers heap on them, Americans shun them a little more each year. Our Carnival EX's base price of $39,055 is $5,500 more than an LX, $3,500 less than an SX with minivan seats, and $8,500 less than the Barcalounger model. Departments & Features Arrival: 2022 Kia Carnival (EX) EPA CITY/HWY/COMB FUEL ECON 19/26/22 mpg "Can the latest entry in a dwindling minivan field win me over?". [Extracted from the article]

The ELegend EL1 is an electric-powered tribute to the Audi Sport Quattro coupe. It features an all-wheel drive system, with the rear wheels powered by a 612-hp motor and the front wheels driven by a 204-hp motor. The car's design pays homage to the original Sport Quattro, with integrated cues such as a vent across the hood and bulging fender flares. The interior is modern and sleek, with race-style bucket seats and a digital instrument panel. The EL1 is expected to have a top speed of 186 mph and a range of about 240 miles. Only 30 hand-built EL1s will be produced, with prices starting at approximately $950,000. [Extracted from the article]

Three spoke wheels, or Tri-Spokes as they're known, are just odd (no pun), so naturally the '90s were loaded with them. Here's the funny thing about wheels on cars: An odd number of spokes looks like a stationary wheel is in motion, and an even number of spokes says the opposite. The Dodge Viper, Saab 900, Ford Probe, Ford Mustang, and even first-generation Range Rover (technically an '80s car, but we'll allow it) all rocked excellent three-spoke wheels. [Extracted from the article]

I have saved some of the best issues over the past 30 years, and the July issue reminded me of how far cars have come. Our Advice Is Good Sometimes I've been a car guy ever since I learned to drive in 1976. Hypothetically, if Jonny had a 1993 Ford Taurus winter beater, he would know that you could position its rusty driver-side door 3 inches away from the offending car, make a bench-seat-enabled passenger-side exit, and casually leave the scene to be discovered. [Extracted from the article]

Departments & Features Few vehicles sharing the same basic platform are better differentiated than the boxy, go-anywhere Bronco Sport and the urban-outfitted, lozenge-shaped Escape. Further solidifying the Escape as the pavement-burner of the C2 platform's compact crossover lineup is a new ST Line package that blacks out all the main trim: grille, window-surround moldings, large single-wing rear spoiler, etc. The base Escape starts at $28,995, the Active (which doesn't get a specific badge) rings in at $32,210, and the Platinum opens at $37,515 with the standard 2.0-liter AWD drivetrain; the conventional hybrid powertrain with front- or all-wheel drive is optional. [Extracted from the article]

FIRST DRIVE Intake 2023 Toyota Sequoia In its first complete makeover since the Great Recession, the Sequoia gets a new powertrain, platform, and design. Thanks to 437 hp and 583 lb-ft of torque from the 3.4-liter twin-turbo V-6 hybrid powertrain, the Sequoia feels adequately powered. [Extracted from the article]

We've praised the Civic's interior for its cool, full-width air-vent housing design, and Acura kept parts of it in the Integra. Honda doesn't offer the Si with any automatic, making the Integra's entry-level setup (200-hp turbo and CVT) unique. Departments & Features Intake When Acura showed the Integra Prototype last year (MT, December 2021), the reaction was overwhelming. [Extracted from the article]

Still, even if Volkswagen retires the Arteon before it reaches its full potential, sedan fans have reason to hope for the future: The upcoming all-electric ID Aero sedan could be the fully realized four-door the Arteon still strives to be. So VW's latest updates to the Arteon intrigue us, and with this improved version, we wonder whether the company can make buyers care about the Arteon before they stop buying mainstream-branded full- size cars altogether. PROS Beautiful design • Quicker than before • Spacious back seat CONS Underwhelming interior • Infotainment needs improvement • Pricey The 's biggest challenge isn't another car; rather, it's Father Time. [Extracted from the article]

We've tested the plug-in RAV4 hitting 60 mph in only 5.5 seconds, compared to the Tucson plug-in's perfectly respectable 7.1 seconds. Like the Ford, Hyundai offers its plug-in hybrid compact SUV at a relatively affordable price. If you're looking for the best Tucson, we still advise checking out the hybrid or plug-in hybrid models. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the road-test and specifications of the 2012 Hyundai Azera automobile. The 2012 Azera adopts the fluidic sculpture design language of Hyundai. The smooth 24-valve engine and six-speed automatic delivers 0 to 60 miles per hour in 6.6 seconds at the test track. The car features front and rear heated leather seats, push-button start, and a backup camera.

The article discusses the road-test and specifications of the 2012 Audi TT RS automobile. The car features the sport exhaust system with oval tips that costs 1,500 U.S. dollars. The TT RS also features rear seats that are large enough to hold a couple of duffle bags. The transmission is 6-speed manual.

As presented, the concept features an axial-flux motor with a disc-shaped rotor sandwiched between two stator discs. My greatest Technologue disappointment - the tech I most fervently hoped for that never happened - is the Bose electromagnetic suspension, first demonstrated on a leaping Lexus in 2004. [Extracted from the article]

Still, consider the rear-drive Ioniq 5 starts at $44,895, $15,545 less than an AWD Model Y. Yes, the Chevrolet Bolt EUV is cheaper still, but it's also a size smaller. Whereas the Model Y has a fully finished front trunk, the Ioniq 5's little plastic storage bin can fit maybe two pairs of shoes. In fact, aside from the Supercharger network, there aren't many good reasons left to buy a Tesla Model Y or Model 3 over a 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5. [Extracted from the article]

The article compares the Cadillac SRX V8 all-wheel drive, Volvo XC90 V8 and Mercedes-Benz R500 automobiles. The glass and sheetmetal on the rear converts the Cadillac into a large wagon. However, the car does not offer curtain airbags in the third row. The Mercedes car has a multi-mode electronic 7-speed automatic transmission system. Its suspension motions are heavy duty SUV in nature. The Volvo car offers a sliding, certified child booster seat.

The author evaluates the performance of the 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. He observes that the Jeep combines an elegant exterior with comfortable seating that offers adequate support and leg room, which makes it ideal for long highway drives, as well as a top-notch entertainment system. He adds that the Jeep also has significant off-road capabilities, while its fuel tank capacity of 24.6 gallons allows drivers to go up to 400 miles before they need to stop for refueling.

The article highlights the 2013 Nissan GT-R Black Edition, the newest addition to "Motor Trend" magazine's 22-car long-term fleet. It relates Nissan has made significant upgrades to its latest GT-R model- the output of its engine was increased to 545 horsepower (hp) from 485 hp in 2010 and its torque was boosted from 434 to 463 pounds per feet (lb-ft). The GT-R Black Edition also comes with a "dry" carbon rear-spoiler, red and black-trimmed Recaro seats, and 20-inch forged alloy wheels.

The article describes the performance of the 2009 BMW 335d automobile. Taking the automobile to a test a drive, the author mentions that they were able to drive it with ease at a top-gear acceleration. Its features include Bluetooth connectivity, auto-dimming mirrors and heated seats. It further notes that the automobile does not require high maintenance. In terms of fuel efficiency, the car spent a total of 16.158 gallons to run 545.9 miles, an average of 33.7 miles per gallon.

Features several race car seats. OBX Touring from OBX Racing Sports; Sidewinder from Cobra Seats USA; Street Racer from Momo.

The article highlights the 2013 Ford Mustang automobile, noting that the greater availability of GT Track Packages will broaden the Mustang's appeal to a new generation of 21st century U.S. drivers. For 36,095 U.S. dollars, the GT Track Package includes features usually found only in Mustang GT500 sports cars, such as ultra-supportive Recaro racing seats, Brembo brakes, selectable-effort power steering assist, and a Torsen axle, radiator, and brake pads.

The article reports on developments in the automobile industry. Honda Motor plans to launch an extensive range of diesel cars for the American market. Auto supplier Lear Corp. is making soy-based foam seats for the 2008 Ford Mustang. Mercedes-Benz will bring the next-generation B-Class to the U.S. with stiffer corporate average fuel economy (CAFE) standards looming.

The article outlines the features of an automobile. It offers information about the engine, the aluminum wheels, and the brake calipers. It also features framed doors, front-passenger bucket and rear seat that folds for flat load bed, driver's door trim panel, three-window side glass, and Blue View tinted glass.

The article describes the 2006 Mazda MX-5. The 2-passenger, 2-door roadster has a DOHC 16-valve 1-4 engine and 6-speed manual transmission system. The car's base price in the U.S. ranges from $20,995-$27,260. The car features a more precise gearbox, telepathic steering response and communicative four-wheel disc brakes. It offers leather seats and side airbags.

The article describes the 2006 Mazda5. The 6-passenger, 4-door wagon has a DOHC 16-valve 1-4 engine and 5-speed manual transmission system. The car's base price in the U.S. ranges from $17,995-$19,510. It has sliding middle-row seats with under cushion storage, sport-sedan handling and 27 mpg highway fuel economy.

The article describes Ford Motor Co.'s 2006 Mercury Milan car. The 5-passenger, 4-door sedan has DOHC 24-valve V-6 engine and 6-speed automatic transmission system. The car's base price in the U.S. ranges from $18,995-$23,495. It has a Euro-style light emitting diode taillamps and leather seats.

The article describes the 2006 Lexus IS automobile. The 5-passenger, 4-door sedan has DOHC 24-valve V-6 engine and 6-speed automatic transmission system. The car's base price in the U.S. ranges from $30,580-$36,030. It has heated/ventilated seats, 14-speaker Mark Levinson DVD-audio setup and a navigation system with voice activation.

The article describes the 2006 Kia Rio automobile. The 5-passenger, 4-door sedan/wagon has DOHC 16-valve 1-4 engine and 5-speed manual transmission system. The car's front bucket seats are comfortable and supportive while the back seat provides ample passenger space. It has a soft suspension system. Its base price in the U.S. ranges from $11,110-$14,040.

The article describes General Motors Corp.'s 2006 Chevrolet HHR wagon. It is a 5-passenger, 4-door wagon. It has a DOHC 16-valve 1-4 engine and 5-speed manual transmission system. The wagon's interior is scaled down. Rear and front-passenger seats can be folded flat to create a large deck. The wagon's base price in the U.S. ranges from $15,990-$16,990.

Reports that General Motors is the first automaker to offer an original-equipment passenger seat in the United States.

Compares the automobiles Cadillac DeVille DTS and the Lincoln Town Car Cartier in the U.S. Reasons for the declining market of the Town Car; Distinctions in rear seat designs; Mechanical and dynamic differences between the Cadillac and Lincoln.

Looks at the replacement of a Ford Mustang's original automobile seats with Recaro's Trend seats. The orthopedic design of the seat; Contact point.

Features Flofit's automobile seating system. Price; Installation process; Offer of bracketry to adapt seats to almost every car or light truck; Contact information.