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Honda Pilot, 2012: Best buy midsize SUV/minivan

May 8, 2012 by James Raia

The mid-size Honda Pilot hits all the sweet spots when it comes to three-row family minivans—plenty of space, good power, decent handling, comfort and even … Read more

Rare 1957 Ford Thunderbird convertible set for national TV auction

May 1, 2012 by James Raia

An original, unrestored 1957 Ford Thunderbird, which has been driven 20,000 miles, had one owner and garage kept, will be auctioned May 19 on national … Read more

2013 Nissan GTR vs. 2012 Audi R8 vs. 2012 Jaguar XKR-S

April 20, 2012 by James Raia

By David Colman It isn’t often one has the opportunity to sample three of the fastest sports cars in the world back-to-back on Mazda Raceway … Read more

Infiniti G37 convertible, 2012: Stylish, efficient, confident coupe

November 19, 2013February 17, 2012 by James Raia

Now in its fourth year, the Infiniti G37 convertible is the newest of the three body styles and is among five Infiniti G Series model … Read more

Maserati Gran Turismo Cabrio, 2012: A quick, intoxicating masterpiece

February 10, 2012 by James Raia

Text/Images by Conrad Dodd Sometimes, something grabs you. It causes an overwhelming feeling. It's unexplainable, illogical. For me, the Maserati GranTurismo Cabrio incites bewildering fascination. … Read more

Mercedes-Benz SLK350, 2012: Aggressive new design rekindles staid brand

May 31, 2013December 3, 2011 by James Raia

The redesigned 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK350 isn't inexpensive, but finally seems worth the money. The new-generation SLK remains small, with just a 95.7-inch wheelbase. But … Read more

Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet: Most hated car of 2011?

August 11, 2011 by James Raia

There’s plenty of time left for a surprising challenger, but the overwhelming front-runner for the dubious honor of “Most Disliked 2011 Car” is the Nissan … Read more

Fiat 500C, 2012: Best gas mileage among convertibles

April 27, 2011 by James Raia

It may not be a car designation that readily comes to mind or has the highest priority for car shoppers. But GreenCarReports.com has a detailed … Read more

Audi A5, 2010: The Weekly Driver Car Review

April 14, 2010 by James Raia

As a complement to the Audi A4, the German carmaker’s best-selling model, the A5 was introduced in 2007 as the “middle-ground” between the compact A4 and midsize A6.But the A5 is no longer a go-between. It now has a unique identity in the Audi lineup, albeit with a cumbersome proper name.

Ferrari set to unveil new F1 car, team live via team's webcast

January 27, 2010 by James Raia

Ferrari will announce its 2010 Formula 1 car live January 28 on the team’s web site. The new vehicle will be launched at the team’s Maranello, Italy, headquarters, and it will be a first for Fernando Alonso.

Porsche to Audi, Lexus to BMW: Best (used) luxury cars under $30,000

October 11, 2009 by James Raia

Not too many years ago, $30,000 was the launching price point for purchasing a new luxury car. Now, that’s about the average price of new car in the United States. But plenty of options abound for those who want a luxury vehicle in the $30,000 price range. But it’s going to be a used car.

Hyundai unveils concept vehicle Nuvis at New York International Auto Show

April 9, 2009 by James Raia

Hyundai’s future will be on display when the Nuvis concept makes its world debut at the 2009 New York International Auto Show. The Nuvis is the 11th concept designed at Hyundai’s California Design Center in Irvine, Calif. Consistent with Hyundai’s pledge to U.S. fuel economy by 2015, Nuvis is powered by Hyundai’s Hybrid Blue Drive architecture, which uses breakthrough lithium polymer battery technology.

Saturn Sky (Convertible), 2008: Weidel on Wheels

April 2, 2009 by James Raia

By Jeff Weidel

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.

Chrysler Sebring, 2008: Weidel on Wheels

December 29, 2008 by James Raia

Convertibles are mostly two-seat, sports cars and are often a luxury purchase. In recent tough economy times, sales have dropped dramatically and owning an extra vehicle purely for enjoyment isn’t prudent.