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This article discusses the finalists for Motor Trend's Car of the Year award, highlighting the strengths and weaknesses of each contender. The 2023 BMW 7 Series is praised for its luxurious features, although some judges had reservations about its grille. The BMW M2 is lauded as the best sports car BMW produces, with excellent driving dynamics and a manual transmission option. The Hyundai Ioniq 6 is commended for its interior tech, quick charging capabilities, and engaging dynamics, making it a strong competitor in the electric sedan segment. The Lucid Air Pure/Touring is praised for its range and engineering excellence, but still has some areas for improvement. The Tesla Model 3 receives positive feedback for its improved build quality, refined cabin, and quietness, although its range is criticized. Despite this, the article suggests that the improved Model 3 is worth considering in the category of long-range electric vehicles priced around $40,000. Additionally, there are two documents available for library patrons conducting research on electric and hybrid vehicles. One document provides technical specifications for various models, including engine/motor type, power, transmission, dimensions, and seating capacity. The other document offers test data and specifications for different vehicles, including performance metrics, pricing, warranties, and fuel recommendations. Both documents serve as valuable resources for those seeking information on specific car models and their characteristics. [Extracted from the article]

Some editors found it made the car more fun and engaging, but the majority thought the manual car handled worse than the DCT version we also had on hand and that the pedal spacing wasn't great. The front diff lets you just hammer on the car through corners, staying on throttle where other front-wheel-drive cars would wash out." 2022 Audi RS 3 PROS Rambunctious handling • Unique engine • Fun torque-split modes CONS Lake of brake pedal feel • Laughable pricing • Tight cabin The characterful RS 3 is one Audis of the you most can buy today, right up there with the V-10 R8 supercar. "Looking for the most fun lap, I was just driving it sideways, rotating it, working on car control, and it's absolutely beautiful, this car.". [Extracted from the article]

Departments & Features Hyundai recently had us out to Santa Fe, New Mexico, to get our first in-depth look at its all-new big, brawny, and boxy 2024 Santa Fe. While its major suspension hardware largely carries over from the present Santa Fe, the changes should make for a slightly better-handling vehicle. Beyond the blindingly obvious location to launch its potentially game-changing new SUV, Santa Fe and its environs actually made a lot of sense as a backdrop given the model's redefined mission as a glampy outdoor lifestyle machine. [Extracted from the article]

DEPARTMENTS & FEATURES Michael Dunne can pinpoint the moment when the Chinese auto industry's electric vehicle revolution began in earnest, and credit is due the same company that spurred a similar EV awakening in America. According to the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology of China, Tesla also received the highest subsidies on its vehicles of any NEV automaker in 2020. CAAM estimates sales of new electric vehicles in China (NEVs include plug-in hybrid, all-electric, and hydrogen fuel cell vehicles) should hit some 3 million units by the end of 2021, more than double the number from 2020. [Extracted from the article]

PRICE $21,490-$31,090 LAYOUT Front-engine, FWD/AWD, 5-pass, 4-door truck ENGINE 2.5L/162-hp/155-lb-ft portinjected Atkinson-cycle DOHC 16-valve I-4, plus 126-hp/173 lb-ft electric motors; 191 hp comb; 2.0L/250-hp/277-lb-ft turbo direct-injected DOHC 16-valve I-4 TRANSMISSION Cont variable auto, 8-speed auto CURB WEIGHT 3,550-3,750 lb (mfr) WHEELBASE 121.1 in L X W X H 199.7 x 72.4 x 68.7 in 0-60 MPH 6.9-8.5 sec (MT est) EPA FUEL ECON 22-40/29-33/25-37 mpg (est) ON SALE Now PHOTO (COLOR): The Maverick holds all manner of water bottles, tablets, and more in various cubbies, plus other assorted gear under the rear seats. We next drove a higher-spec XLT trim with its hybrid powertrain, a 2.5-liter I-4 with 162 hp, 155 lb-ft, and a permanent-magnet electric traction motor for total system hp of 191. Departments & Features We're rolling along a Tennessee road in the all-new Ford Maverick when we pull up behind a beat-up, '90s-era Ranger. [Extracted from the article]

The DBX707 is sublime as far as performance SUVs go, and most of us were having too much fun to care about body type, but in the end, it's still "just" an SUV. Other performance cars delivered more overtly spicy experiences, so although the M240i didn't make our finalist cut, it's far from a bad car. Therein lies the rub with the Genesis G80 - this is a luxury car first and a sport sedan second, and no amount of Sport Prestige (the car's trim level) can change that, not even an electronically controlled suspension with sport tuning and rear-wheel steering (part of a $6,300 package). The judges also took issue with the Michelin Primacy tires, which often squealed for mercy and lacked the grip a performance SUV should deliver. [Extracted from the article]

A biography of Carroll Shelby, one of the legendary figures in the U.S. automotive industry is presented. He was born on January 11, 1923 in Leesburg, Texas and underwent training at the San Antonio Aviation Cadet Center. He enlisted as a pilot during World War II, became a chicken farmer and got interested in automobile racing with Aston Martin. He collaborated with Ford Motor Co. for several automobile designs and helped restructure the Chrysler with chief executive officer Lee Iacocca.

The article discusses the road-test and specifications of the 2012 Porsche 911 Cabriolet automobile. Engineers were able to minimize weight and simplify the design through the heavy use of magnesium. The car features the seven-speed manual and Porsche's Dynamic Chassis Control system. It also has two optional stereo systems from Burmester and Bose.

The article evaluates the 2012 Veloster automobile from Hyundai.

The article evaluates the 2012 650i Convertible from BMW.

The article evaluates several 2011 car models, including the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid, the Nissan Infiniti QX56 and the Porsche Cayenne Turbo.

The article evaluates the Mercedes-Benz C-Class automobile and offers information on design, specifications, capabilities and engine.

The article reviews the 2014 Cadillac CTS Vsport.

The article evaluates the 2013 Acura ILX luxury car.

The article evaluates the 2011 Mini Cooper S Countryman AII4 automobile from Mini.

The article features the F-Type sports car from Jaguar.

The article evaluates the 2013 Acura ILX car.

The article evaluates the 2010 BMW 535i Gran Turismo.

The article evaluates the 2009 Audi A4 Avant quattro car from Audi.

The article reports that General Motors (GM) has released a set of 119 Chevrolet Equinox automobiles powered by hydrogen fuel-cell stack engines.

The article evaluates the 2008 Hyundai Veracruz Ltd. all-wheel-drive vehicle.

The article evaluates the 2007 Cooper S automobile from Mini.

The article evaluates the 2014 Cadillac CTS Vsport automobile from automaker Cadillac.

The article evaluates the 2014 Ford Fiesta ST hatchback automobile.

The article evaluates the 2014 Flying Spur automobile from Bentley.

The article evaluates the 2013 Acura ILX automobile.

The article evaluates the 2013 Acura ILX compact car.

The article evaluates the 2013 Honda CR-V sport utility vehicle (SUV).

The article evaluates the 2013 Acura ILX 2.4.

The article evaluates the 2013 Acura ILX sedan.

The article evaluates the CR-V sport utility vehicle from Honda.

The article evaluates the 2013 Ferrari California automobile.

The article evaluates the 2012 Mini Cooper S Countryman AWD from BMW.

The article evaluates the 2011 Cooper S Countryman All4 automobile from Mini.

The article evaluates the 2010 BMW 535i GT automobile.

The article evaluates the 2010 BMW 5351 GT car from BMW.

The article previews the Aston Martin Lagonda concept sport utility vehicle (SUV).

The article previews the Acura NSX automobile.

The article offers information on the 2011 Chevy Cruze compact car from General Motors (GM).

The article evaluates the 2009 Audi A4 Avant 2.0T quattro automobile from Audi AG.

The article evaluates the 2010 Kia Forte automobile.

The article evaluates the 2009 Audi A4 automobile.

The article evaluates the 2009 Audi A4 from Audi AG.

The article evaluates the Hyundai Veracruz Limited AWD from Hyundai Motor Co.

The article evaluates the 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) from Volkswagenwek.

The article evaluates the 2007 Mini Cooper S automobile.