GM New Product Review

Monday, August 10, 2009 – I am in Detroit as a guest of GM to attend a product preview tomorrow. This event is subsequent to the consumer-facing event put on today by GM where consumers and some lifestyle media got a sneak peak at upcoming product. Click [...]

2010 Subaru Outback – First Drive

When you think of Subaru, all-wheel-drive wagons probably come to mind. Your mental image most likely includes a kayak or canoe strapped to the top or a road-film-encrusted wagon making its way through snowy paths in the middle of winter. That imagery has been cultivated in your psyche by Subaru’s marketing department as well as Subie owners around the country. Subaru’s are popular with active people who actually take them on adventures and who most likely live in an area where inclement weather is considered a challenge or a blessing rather than a curse [...]

2010 Buick LaCrosse – First Drive

The 2010 Buick LaCrosse is the next generation of the entry-level luxury sedan from Buick and will be a pivotal vehicle to establish Buick as one of the core brands in the ‘New GM’. When its predecessor arrived launched in 2005, Buick held no punches and claimed it was a Lexus fighter. It was considerably quieter and arguably more stylish than any Buick at the time but the general consensus was that Buick fell short of its mark in taking on Lexus. Enter the 2010 Buick LaCrosse. [...]

2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid

Since its launch earlier this year, I’ve been listening to my colleagues gush over the 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid. The accolades range from amazing mileage figures to the seamless operation of the hybrid system. I’ve even read that it is actually fun-to-drive. Having experienced the new Toyota Prius, I am beginning to believe that hybrid technology is finally ready for a broader consumer base. The price premium has come down a bit, and the technology is beginning to deliver excellent fuel economy and better driving dynamics. Can Ford actually deliver on both? [...]