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2016 Honda CR-Z Review

The 2016 Honda CR-Z breathes life back into the once popular Honda CR-X with a modern twist and an advanced engine configuration. Perhaps the shape of the exterior is all that remains from the original CR-X concept and with the new hybrid engine configuration, aftermarket engine and performance modifications may… Continue reading

Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Makes U.S. Debut at the 2016 New York International Auto Show

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) today showed the much-anticipated production model of the all-new 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) at the 2016 New York International Auto Show. The Outlander PHEV is a perfect culmination of Mitsubishi’s history of automotive excellence: 50 years of electromobility and decades… Continue reading

Ford Announces $4.5 Billion Investment in “Electrified” Vehicles by 2020

– You know that thing where people “cut the cord” to get away and relax? Ford is doing the opposite between now and 2020, positively wrapping itself in electrical cordage and dumping $ 4.5 billion into “electrified” vehicles. The automaker promises the money will go toward battery research and 13 new… Continue reading

2016 Acura ILX Review

Billed as a luxury sports sedan, the 2016 Acura ILX excels at being a sports sedan but falls a bit short on the luxury. Traditionally based on the Honda Civic, the 2016 Acura ILX shares much less in common than previous versions, but still maintains the entry level compact sedan… Continue reading

2015 Acura RLX SH-AWD Review

Although it may not look it from the understated exterior, the 2015 Acura RLX is the most progressive flagship sedan created by Acura thus far! Showcasing the latest in hybrid and handling technology, the 2015 Acura RLX Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) goes above and beyond to provide an exhilarating… Continue reading

Volvo Details New Small-Car Platform, Electrification Plans

– Five years after being purchased by Geely, Volvo is well on its way to eliminating all remnants of previous owner Ford. The Swedish company recently announced its second Volvo-designed modular platform and is emphasizing its embrace of hybrid and electric powertrains. As Michael Fleiss, Volvo’s VP of powertrain R&D… Continue reading