IntroductionFor 2008, Dodge has made a few improvements. The 4.7-liter V8, for instance, has been heavily revised. It now makes 303 horsepower — a 29 percent increase over last year’s engine — and 330 pound-feet of torque. Inside, you’ll find new entertainment options such as a CD/MP3 player, DVD-compatible audio and the MyGIG multimedia infotainment […]

IntroductionThe Chrysler Aspen debuted last year as the brand’s first-ever SUV. Chrysler designed it to appeal to consumers interested in premium features and an upscale appearance. In most respects, the Aspen delivers. It can seat up to eight in three rows of seating, comes standard with V8 power and has a solid collection of luxury- […]

SummaryIf its styling agrees with you, then the rest of the 2008 Infiniti QX56 should, too, thanks to an improved interior and plenty of high-tech goodies.ProsHigh-tech electronic features, powerful and refined V8, impressive balance of ride and handling, massive towing capacity, roomy second- and third-row seats.
What’s New for 2008The Infiniti QX56 undergoes its first major […]

SummaryStrong acceleration, agile handling, a smooth ride and a roomy passenger compartment give the 2008 Ford Edge major points in the midsize crossover segment. Unfortunately, mediocre braking performance sullies its otherwise impressive credentials.
ProsQuiet and comfortable ride, agile handling, potent V6, all major safety features are standard, roomy cabin.ConsQuestionable brakes, lackluster interior design and materials, low […]

If you ask somebody to name a hybrid vehicle, more often than not, the answer would be the Toyota Prius. The hybrid vehicle has given the world a glimpse of the future when vehicles will not be producing as much greenhouse gas as they once do.

The Launching of the […]

What We KnowThe 2008 Maserati GranTurismo, a two-door coupe to complement the Quattroporte sedan, is yet another Italian beauty, this one penned by Pininfarina’s Jason Castriota.
Successor to Maserati’s Guigiaro-designed coupe and spyder, the upcoming GT is built on a shortened version of the Quattroporte’s chassis. The GranTurismo is powered by a 405-horsepower version of the […]

What’s New for 2008Significant changes are in store for the 2008 Chrysler 300. An updated interior includes new soft-touch surfaces, revised instrument panel and console designs, and available LED accent lighting. New luxury-oriented options include adaptive cruise control, a surround-sound audio system, a dedicated iPod interface, Sirius Backseat TV for the rear entertainment system and […]

What’s New for 2008Jaguar’s midlevel sedan enters its final year with several tweaks, all of them cosmetic. V6 and V8 models upgrade to standard 18-inch wheels and adapt the front bumper design of the S-Type R. The R, in turn, upgrades to 19-inch wheels.
IntroductionThe Jaguar S-Type has a fairly significant place in automotive history, signifying […]

What’s New for 2008The 2008 Mercury Mariner gets a makeover inside and out. A more aggressive attitude marks the exterior design, and the cabin is more attractive and functional. The chassis and powertrain are virtually unchanged, however, meaning this “redesigned” Mariner has the same running gear as before.
IntroductionSomething of an anomaly in the marketplace, the […]

What’s New for 2008The 2008 Toyota Camry Solara coupe and convertible are unchanged.
IntroductionUsually, the two-door variants within a model line are flashier and sportier than their four-door counterparts. This was true of the Toyota Camry Solara coupe and convertible right after they were redesigned back in 2004. Since then, though, they’ve been upstaged by the […]