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All new 2016/17 Mercedes E Class
We will see the real thing very soon. But so far, even with all that pixelated stuff, this is the best picture of the new interior I’ve seen. And, as expected, it looks exactly like a cross between the C-Class and the S-Class. No surprises here… Also, the mix of a wide angle lens and… Continue reading All new 2016/17 Mercedes E Class
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Genesis G90
This is the replacement for the Hyundai Equus. And, so far, looking the part of an expensive sedan. Unlike the new Cadillac CT6. (Which is such a huge disappointment in real life) They claim it will cost the same as the current model. So figure around $62 000. (although it might actually be cheaper since… Continue reading Genesis G90
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2017 Kia Forte Facelift
I really like the Forte. Especially the current generation. I really nice blend of conservative and modern design. I think this “facelift” is useless. I even think the new front end is worse. Much worse! (what do you think of that?!) This is all kind of ridiculous…(At least they didn’t rename it “Costanza Jr.”)
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2016 Kia Codensa
Sure, it looks a bit slicker when compared to the outgoing model. But not that much better… The current one is really nice. Inside and out. The new one will be more like the new Optima inside. Which isn’t the best. And certainly not an improvement. Plus, this one already looks a little bit like… Continue reading 2016 Kia Codensa
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2017 Subaru Impreza Sedan
So, there was yet another Impreza Concept at the autoshow last week. ( You can still see it in L.A) And now, we can see a prototype of the real thing. And, as usual, it is quite a let down. As you can see. Now when you compare it to the current one (above), it… Continue reading 2017 Subaru Impreza Sedan
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Kia Optima wagon
I remember last year, back when they unveiled the Sportspace Concept (Red car above). Kia mentioned that there wasn’t going to be a wagon version of the “then” Next Optima. Now we know that was all BS… This will probably be sold mostly in Europe. Where it will compete with wagon versions of the VW… Continue reading Kia Optima wagon
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Auto Show Quick notes: Interiors
The new Mini Clubman is really roomy. This could truly work as a compact family car. On top of that, everything feels and looks good. (Except the never ending amount of shiny bits everywhere…) On the other hand, this is sad. The US/China Only Passat interior looked old when it came out back in 2011.… Continue reading Auto Show Quick notes: Interiors
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2017 Volvo S90
!st official teasers for Volvo’s next big sedan. It will be based on the same platform used by the XC90, which has, so far, been getting great reviews. Not really a surprise. Since we have seen pictures of the toy version for months now. Still, a really good looking car. Something different from the German… Continue reading 2017 Volvo S90
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BMW Compact Sedan Concept
They’re not calling it the 1series sedan, but that’s pretty much what it is. We all know by now that a new 1 series hatch is due out pretty soon. Based on the same platform as the Mini and BMW Active Tourer. And a new sedan style will be added to the lineup (After years… Continue reading BMW Compact Sedan Concept
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Goodbye Art Fitzpatrick
Mr. Fitzpatrick and his partner Van Kaufman did amazing illustrations for GM for decades. Amazing artwork that would make generations dream about new cars. These beautiful illustrations made the cars look even better. By cheating a little bit. Making then lower and wider that they actually were. All in such a wonderful realistic way, unlike… Continue reading Goodbye Art Fitzpatrick
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AutoShow Quick note: Mazda VS. Fiat
I must be in the minority, but I do like the Fiat version better than the Miata. I was a big fan of the previous version Miata. (Test drove it twice) But I cannot warm up to the current (more aggressive) design. So I do like the Fiat “clone” better. (except when compared to the… Continue reading AutoShow Quick note: Mazda VS. Fiat
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AutoShow Quick notes: Doors.
Jaguar XF sedan. Boring outside, boring inside. Doesn’t look or feel like a Jaguar. This interior door design is as blocky/uninspired as they get. Meanwhile, inside the Mazda CX-9…
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AutoShow Quick notes: New Cadillac interiors
I finally got to sit inside the big CT6. A car that, I think, is such a disappointment in the pictures I had seen to it. In real life. It is big. And… we’ll. Still disappointing. It looks really, really boring. And even awkward. (I mean look at that cut line for the trunk!) There… Continue reading AutoShow Quick notes: New Cadillac interiors
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AutoShow Quick notes: Lincoln MKX interior
I was really impressed by the new Lincoln MKX. A very nice looking SUV. And an even better interior. And it starts at about $3000 less than the new Lexus RX350. (The one that was design in Bizarro world) I just noticed how nice of a place this would be to travel. Or just drive… Continue reading AutoShow Quick notes: Lincoln MKX interior
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Infiniti Q30/QX30
They are basically the same car. The QX is just a raised up AWD version of the Q. And they both look great in person. I am still surprised that Infiniti decided to bring both to the US. Which is great news. I think they look as good (maybe better) as the Mercedes GLA they… Continue reading Infiniti Q30/QX30
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2017 Buick Lacrosse
Again, the current Lacrosse is a car I really enjoy. So I don’t think this is such a improvement, really. I mean it is nice. But I really was expecting something more. Something a bit closer to last year’s Avenir concept. The interior is very nice too. But so is the current one. And that… Continue reading 2017 Buick Lacrosse
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All new Mazda CX-9: the surprise
I have always been a fan of the current model. And from the pictures, this all new one looked quite similar, which is fine. But in real life, the whole thing looks much more muscular and refined. (A Mazda rep told me they are moving it up the scale) And the interior is downright luxurious.… Continue reading All new Mazda CX-9: the surprise
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All new Mazda CX-9
Looking pretty great. And one of the best interiors around. Much nicer than Murano and any Lexus competition.
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2017 Buick LaCrosse
Still looking a lot like a big Malibu. But a really good looking one. Interior looks really good in real life. Much (MUCH) better than the cheap looking CT 6 interior…
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2017 Lincoln MKZ
I really think that new front end ruins it. I mean now they will try to stick that Continental concept grille on everyting??? Just when they started looking nice…
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2017 Fiat 124
I know this is a Miata with a new body. But since I am not a huge fan of the new Miata design, I actually like this Fiat version better. Miata fans won’t like it. And Fiat purists might not either. Seeing this as “not a real Fiat”. What I see is Italian design built… Continue reading 2017 Fiat 124
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2017 Buick Lacrosse
I have always been a big fan of the current Buick Lacrosse. It is (still) a really good looking car. With a very nice interior. And it really is a pleasure to drive. But I must say, I was expecting a bit more for the all new one. I mean, this looks fine. Slick. But… Continue reading 2017 Buick Lacrosse
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2017 Jaguar XE prices
There will be 3 engines available in the US: -2.0 Liter Turbo with 240HP. Starts at $34 900 -2.0 Liter Diesel with 180HP. Starts at $36 400 -3.0 Liter V6 Turbo with 340HP. Starts at $41 700 -All with 8 speed Auto. For some reason, I though there… Continue reading 2017 Jaguar XE prices
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More pictures of the all new 2016 Honda Civic Coupe
First… What is wrong with Honda’s PR department?!?! A few months ago we got these “1st official” horribly fake looking pictures of the new Civic sedan. Now we get horribly depressing interior color. I mean look at this! Grey interiors can be nice. Very nice. But this is terrible. It makes the whole thing look… Continue reading More pictures of the all new 2016 Honda Civic Coupe