Monthly Archives: February 2012

CIVIC-LESS

After we showed you the concept version last month of the new ACURA ILX, Acura has unveiled the actual production form. Changes are subtle and expected: the smaller wheels, the loss of LED driving lights, and a general tone down of some creases. But it retains its slick and modern shape, completely obscuring the fact...

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Interior studies

The CADILLAC ATS is the latest contender to challenge the mighty BMW 3 Series, and on paper ( and on the test track, according to Cadillac) it is in the hunt. But a lot of what makes the 3 Series so special is not only how it drives, but how it feels, and that largely...

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crouching tiger, hidden profits

The  Cayanne is Porsche’s best seller – and just think, before it came out, everyone predicted it would fail. Everyone except Porsche. They knew that if they could preserve their traditional perceived traits and installed them in a more accessible package, people would line up for the premium of driving a piece of magic. Even...

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the genesis of KIA

The Hyundai Genesis is a great car. A true game changer, it has effectively altered the way Americans look at Hyundai, and indeed heralded a new beginning for a more confident company. Now, its brother KIA is getting in on the resurgence. With the newest Optima, KIA showed that it has the design chops to...

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LA Black & White

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