Editor's Notebook:

It's nice to have an expert as part of The Weekly Driver.com. Eric Bonneman of Miami, Fla., is the author of the column, Auto Garage.

Eric contacted me a couple of weeks ago and apologized for not being a professional writer. With 11 years of experience working for auto dealerships and independent garages, he has a vast amount to share. But he didn't see to be too confident with his writing. But he should be.

Bonneman gets to the point in his articles. He's knows of what he writes and he has an opinion. Welcome, sir.

To view the first installments, click here, The Auto Garage/Eric Bonneman.

And, as always, there's a varied selection of review favorites, video reviews, features and industry news.

Featured Review: Acura RL8, 2008: Weidel On Wheels

Like many people, I’ve always been a fan of the Honda Accord. Second on the list of top-selling cars in the United States, the Accord always looks and feels like a more expensive vehicle. With that in mind, it’s no surprise I thoroughly enjoyed a week behind the wheel of the Accord’s more sophisticated cousin, the 2008 Acura RL.

As Honda’s luxury division, it’s no surprise Acura shares similar views as its parent company and has a good idea of what attracts car buyers and keeps them coming back. Just like the Accord, there is a lot of value in the RL, Acura’s flagship sedan.

To read more, link: Acura RL, 2008


More In This Issue:

New Review: Suzuki Grand Vitara, 2008: The Weekly Driver
Now ending its first decade in production, the Suzuki Grand Vitara is a strong contender in the compact sport utility vehicle category. Its value pricing, strong warranty, good cabin and cargo space and satisfactory overall driving have prompted more potential buyers to give it appropriate consideration. Read more . . .

New Review: VW R32, 2008: Weidel On Wheels
If you’re shopping for a steroid-induced, compact hatchback, call off the search. Although not all aspects of the 2008 Volkswagen R32 are appealing, it will definitely satisfy your need for speed. Read more...

New Review: Saturn Sky, 2008: Weidel On Wheels
Needing a little "bling" in its lineup, Saturn finally convinced parent company General Motors a sports car could elicit positive results. Although the Sky convertible wasn’t exactly unique when it came out a year ago, it provided Saturn with definite eye appeal. Read more...

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