Toyota is voluntarily recalling 2 (that’s right, 2) 2010 Tundra four-wheel drive pickups to fix a potential problem with the front propeller shaft,
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Chrysler’s upcoming 6.4-liter V-8 gasoline engine will only be available for the company’s high-performance SRT vehicles and not Ram Heavy Duty pickup trucks unless substantial changes can be made.
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The 2010 Lexus ES 350 has lived up to its reputation this year. This luxury sedan continues to deliver a smooth ride, powerful V6 engine, and lots of high end features. New this year is a slight revision to the exterior, standard rear side airbags, and the optional “Lexus Enform and Safety Connect” telematics system. There is only one trim level available with an extensive list of optional equipment to choose from. Below is an overview of options and specs.
Standard Equipment- Includes automatic wipers, keyless ignition, keyless entry, 17 inch alloy wheels, dual zone climate control, cruise control, 10 way power front seats, power tilt and telescoping steering wheel, power sunroof, auto dimming rear view mirror, leather interior, driver memory functions, Bluetooth and music streaming capability, eight speaker stereo system with six disk in dash CD changer, iPod interface, satellite radio, and auxiliary USB audio jack.
Optional Equipment-Available options are a self parking system, heated and ventilated front seats, upgraded leather interior, adaptive HID headlights, adaptive cruise control, power rear sunshade, panoramic sunroof, passenger memory functions, wood and leather steering wheel, hard drive based navigation system with back up camera, Lexus Enform telematics system, and a Mark Levinson 14 speaker premium stereo system.
Powertrain-The ES 350 has one engine option, a 3.5 literV6 that produces 272 horsepower and 254 pound feet of torque. Mileage is rated at 19mpg city and 27mpg highway.
Safety-Standard safety features include antilock brakes, front side airbags, rear side airbags, side curtain airbags, front knee airbags, traction control, and stability control. Radar based pre collision system and “Lexus Enform and Safety Connect” are optional safety features.
In government crash tests, the Lexus ES350 earned the maximum of five stars for frontal crash protection and front seat side crash protection. It received four stars for rear side protection. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety awarded the ES350 their highest rating of “good” in frontal offset and side crash tests.
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Awesome video of the 2010 Chevy Camaro from the Minneapolis Auto Show with model.
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A true Muscle Car is back. The 2010 Chevy Camaro has not only lived up to its hype it surpassed it. The awesome styling is a sure head turner on the road and the acceleration is unbelievable. If you like the bigger car feel with adequate handling and lots of horsepower than the Chevy Camaro is for you. Powered by the 3.6 liter V6 or the 6.2 liter V8 the rear wheel drive Camaro is available in a manual or automatic transmission. There are five trim levels, below is an overview of options and specs.
Base LS-Comes with cloth interior, tilt and telescoping steering wheel, 18 inch black “Heritage” steel wheels, front bucket seats, keyless entry, cruise control, power reclining seat backs, air conditioning, and a CD/MP3 stereo system with satellite radio and auxiliary audio jack. The 2010 Camaro is rear wheel drive and is available with a six speed manual transmission or a six speed automatic with manual shift control. The LS is powered by a 3.6 liter V6 engine that produces 300 horsepower and 273 pound feet of torque. Mileage is rated at 17mpg city and 29mpg highway. Standard safety features include stability control, antilock disc brakes, full length side curtain airbags, front seat side airbags, and OnStar.
1LT-Adds a six way power driver seat, 18 inch alloy wheels, and fog lamps. All engine, transmission, and standard safety features stay the same.
2LT-Adds heated side mirrors, additional auxiliary gauges, auto dimming driver side and interior mirrors, 19 inch alloy wheels, leather interior, remote start (auto transmission only), power front seats, heated front seats, steering wheel mounted audio controls, and a Boston Acoustics stereo with Bluetooth and USB audio interface. All engine, transmission, and standard safety features stay the same.
1SS-This model has a few less features than the 2LT model but comes equipped with the Husky 6.2 liter V8 engine. This engine produces 426 horsepower with the manual transmission and 400 horsepower with the automatic. Mileage is rated at an impressive 16mpg city and 25mpg highway. Options available are the 20 inch alloy wheels, Brembo brakes, and the SS specific interior and exterior styling points. All standard safety features stay the same.
2SS-This model includes the 2LT’s full list of standard equipment combined with the power and performance equipment of the 1SS. The 6.2 liter V8 engine is also standard. All safety features stay the same.
Convenience And Connectivity Package- Available on the 1LT only includes steering wheel mounted audio controls, USB port, Bluetooth, remote start, leather wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, and a cargo net.
RS Package-Only available on V6 models except the LS includes 20 inch alloy wheels, rear spoiler, and xenon headlights.
Sunroof option is available on all models except the LS.
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The 2010 Cadillac SRX AWD features a pop-up, touch-screen navigation system and a USB and auxiliary jack. Front and rear park distance sensors and a rearview camera are available on the higher trim models.
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The Hyundai Sonata has always been a practical car, not known for turning heads. That’s changed with the redesigned 2011 model. This midsize sedan is flat-out gorgeous. It’s rich and elegant, with subtle sculpting and just a bit of sparkle. All I could think when I saw it sitting in the sun at a Hyundai event was, “Whoa! That’s a Hyundai?” Buckle up, folks; it’s a new day for the Sonata. The 2011 Sonata is more than just a pretty face; it’s a spacious family sedan with a comfortable ride and plenty of tech. Even the base GLS trim comes well equipped with Bluetooth connectivity, USB port and iPod integration, XM Satellite Radio and keyless entry. A navigation system is available on all trims, but the backup camera is only offered for the Limited. The seats are comfortable, with the sporty SE model offering two-tone leather seats and luxurious heated leather seats in the Limited trim. Sadly, the dash is made of a cheesy plastic material that screams rental car, but the layout of the gauges and controls is simple and clean. In the backseat, the seats are wide and deep. Child-safety seats should fit well, though the Latch connectors are buried in the seat crevice. The seat belts have floppy receptors, which are often frustrating for young kids trying to buckle up on their own. Driving the Sonata is pleasant, but not extraordinary. It rides smoothly, with a crowd-pleasing mixture of road feel and bump absorption. There’s enough power to handle freeway merges and steep hills, but the Sonata isn’t the kind of car that will inspire impromptu drag races. There’s a bit of lag before the engine really kicks in and a noticeable amount of engine noise when it does. As long as driving is moderate, however, noise levels are fairly quiet, and the terrific sound system is more than adequate at covering it up. The 2011 Sonata has been named a Top Safety Pick by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. To receive this safety nod, a car must earn the top score of Good in front, side, rollover and rear crash tests and have standard electronic stability control. The Sonata also comes with standard antilock brakes with brake assist, traction control, front- and side-impact airbags for the front row and side curtain airbags for both rows. The Hyundai Sonata is priced to move; the base GLS trim with manual transmission starts at $19,195 and the top-of-the-line Limited trim with an optional navigation system tops out at $27,395. I look forward to putting the Sonata through a MotherProof.com test drive with my family to see how it fares in the real world.
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When the Lexus GX 460 showed up in my driveway, I almost discounted it immediately. It seemed like another honkin’ big SUV that requires honkin’ deep pockets to purchase; my test vehicle was priced at just over $62,000. Ever the intrepid journalist, I decided to wrap my preconceived notions up in a tidy little box, stow them away on a shelf in the garage next to the doggy-safe ice melt and review this car with an open mind. Low and behold, I’m glad I did. I actually loved my week in the GX. Not only did the GX 460 ooze luxury, it was equally functional for my days shuttling my kids and their friends around. This SUV with room for seven doesn’t drive like an SUV with room for seven. It’s amazingly nimble, with a turning radius that’s much smaller than I expected (its maneuverability is also aided by front and backup cameras and parking sensors). Its ride quality is super smooth, and its acceleration is light, quick and responsive. During my week of test driving the GX, I commented numerous times on how quiet the interior is at highway speeds, so much so that I could hold a conversation with the third-row passengers. However, as soon as I picked my parents up for a little road trip to visit my brother in his seventh year of college (you think I’m kidding?) both of them complained about the road noise. I told my dad to turn off his hearing aids and that seemed to fix the problem quite nicely. Despite all the pros, there are a few cons in the Lexus GX 460 that would be deal-breakers for me.
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The 2010 Lincoln MKZ has received the full styling treatment inside and out. New this year is the exclusive Sync voice activated multimedia system, more chrome, a new look for the dashboard, and an optional sport appearance package. Below is an overview of trim and specs.
There is only one level of trim for the 2010 MKZ and it comes very well equipped with leather interior, heated and cooled power front seats, memory function front power seats, 17 inch alloy wheels, fog lamps, leather wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, dual zone climate control, auto dimming rear view mirror, 11 speaker stereo system with six disc changer, Sync multimedia integration system, satellite radio with auxiliary jack, and rear parking sensors. The only engine option is a snappy 3.5 liter V6 that produces 263hp and 249 pound feet of torque. The transmission only comes in a six speed automatic. Front wheel drive comes standard with an AWD option available. Mileage is rated at 18mpg city and 28mpg highway on the front wheel drive model while the AWD is rated at 17mpg city and 24mpg highway. Standard safety equipment includes front seat side airbags, full length side curtain airbags, and stability control.
Option Sport Appearance Package- This newly available option adds upgraded leather interior, 18 inch alloy wheels, interior aluminum trim, and a sporty new grill.
Other Optional Equipment- Xenon headlamps, blind spot warning system, sunroof, chrome wheels, back up camera, and a THX certified surround sound stereo with voice activated hard drive based navigation system. This system has 10 gigabytes of storage for music and Sirius Travel Link availability.
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The 2010 Honda Civic is basically unchanged from last year’s model. With a well built interior, available coupe body style, good fuel economy, and a wide variety of power trains buyers are sure to find something that fits their lifestyle. The 2010 Civic is offered in a coupe or a sedan and there are five main trim levels available for both, below is an overview.
DX-This base model comes with power windows, height adjustable driver’s seat, tilt and telescoping steering wheel, and 15 inch steel wheels. There is no stereo or air conditioning although adding the optional DX value package adds A/C, and a four speaker CD/MP3 stereo system with auxiliary audio jack. A five speed manual transmission is standard with a five speed automatic as an option. The engine is a 1.8 liter four cylinder that produces 140 horsepower and 128 pound feet of torque. Mileage is rated at 26mpg city and 34mpg highway for the manual transmission according to their online auto brochure. Standard safety features include full length side curtain airbags, front seat side airbags, ABS brakes, and active front head restraints.
LX-This model adds cruise control, full power options, 16 inch steel wheels, folding rear seat back, keyless entry, and a sliding armrest center console. The optional LX-S package adds chrome exhaust outlet, front sport seats, alloy wheels, rear spoiler, and a leather wrapped steering wheel. A five speed manual transmission is standard with a five speed automatic optional. All engine and safety features stay the same.
EX-This model adds a sunroof, steering wheel audio controls, a six speaker sound system with USB input, ambient console lighting, 16 inch alloy wheels, and a 60/40 split rear seatback. A five speed manual transmission is standard with a five speed automatic as an option. All engine and safety features stay the same.
EXL-Adds leather interior, heated exterior mirrors, and heated front seats. Stability control is added to the safety features on this model. A five speed manual transmission is standard with a five speed automatic as an option. All other engine and safety features stay the same.
Si-This sport model has most of the EX features but adds a sport tuned suspension, fog lights, 17 inch alloys wheels, sport seats, limited slip front differential, and high performance tires. Stability control is added to the safety equipment and the engine jumps up to a 2.0 four cylinder engine that produces 197 hp. Mileage is rated at 21mpg city and 29mpg highway. A six speed manual transmission is the only option on the Si model. All other standard safety features stay the same.
Hybrid-This model is equipped similar to the EX but adds automatic climate control and heated leather seats are an option. . The 1.3 liter four cylinder engine puts out 110 horsepower. The gas/electric hybrid powertrain maximizes fuel economy and mileage is rated at 40mpg city and 45mpg highway. All standard safety features are the same.
Bluetooth is available on the 2010 Civic but only with the navigation system option.
In government crash tests the 2010 Honda Civic earned a perfect five stars for its protection of occupants in frontal impacts. Side impact tests resulted in a four star rating for front passenger protection and five stars for protection of rear passengers.
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