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January 4, 2009 by mariusvatavu
First drive : Audi S4 Avant • Faster and more economical • Ride is firm, not harsh • It's mean and green-ish Audi S4 Saloon / Avant Price £36,000 (est) On Sale April You’ll like Pace and handling You won’t Limited availability These days it seems like we’re all in a rush to be green, but with the new S4 Audi has come with a way for you to get a rush and be green. Well, almost. Audi has ditched the f...
January 3, 2009 by mariusvatavu
2008 Kia Rondo The idea behind the Kia Rondo is to combine the practicality of an SUV with the look and feel of a car. And the Rondo does it, sort of, with seven seat s and a profile that is, in its own awkward way, more reminiscent of a car than an SUV . So how does the Rondo work in the real world? Read on. First Glance at the Impreza 2.5GT : Getting the Scoop The 2.5GT is a new addition to the Impreza lineup (which also includes the 2.5i, WRX and ...
January 2, 2009 by mariusvatavu
Test Drive : 2008 Audi TT Coupe 3.2 Quattro - Comfort Despite the TT's adjustable suspension, it's a good bet that typical TT buyers looking for a stylish boulevard cruiser will find even the Standard mode too jarring. Coupled with its short wheelbase and low-profile tires, the TT tends to disagree with freeway expansion joints and rough roads in general. It's friendlier than sports cars like the Porsche Cayman, but those looking for a smoother highway ride will want to loo...
December 22, 2008 by mariusvatavu
MARIUS VATAVU Test Drive : 2008 Chevrolet Equinox Fuel Cell Prototype All Dressed Up and Nowhere To Re fuel Vehicle Test ed: 2008 Chevrolet Equinox LT 4dr SUV (3.4L 6cyl 5A) Pros: Peppy performance , seamless power delivery, petrol eum-free fuel , zero emissions . Cons: Lack of hydrogen filling stations makes mass production unlikely, 180-mile range trails traditional gas-powered vehicles. Other than the " Fuel Cell" decals and opalescent paint job, the hydrogen...