Fiat 500X

 The X is an SUV looking version of the 500.And just like the 500L, this is not really a true Fiat 500.It is based on a different, larger platform. All it gets from the 500 is that front end with the round headlights.But, this one could be interesting.As I do like the idea of a larger 500 like the L. I think the L's proportions are quite ungainly in real life. It's trying too hard. Wheels to small etc...This already looks much better. And also...

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VW Tiguan Test Drive

 I have been interested in trying out the Tiguan for a while. And I finally got one last week.The new(ish) R version.The 1st thing I noticed was how good it looks. It came out almost 7 years ago! (with a refresh for 2012)Which is quite amazing.I think it still looks better than many other small Crossovers (especially the sad/cheap looking Mazda CX-5...)The big 19 inch wheels of the R version add some aggressiveness to the cute shape. Inside,...

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2014 VW Beetle 1.8Turbo price

Looks like the Beetle is the last VW US model to get the new 1.8 Liter.It has already replaced the 2.5 Liter in the Jetta and Passat.The 5 speed manual will start at $20 295. While the 6 speed auto is $1100 more.That base price is pretty much BS since it is basically impossible to find a manual Beetle anywhere.(I've tried for a friend, who ended up ordering one)The convertible starts at $25 170. (automatic only)VW is quick to mention that these are...

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More pictures of the 2015 Lincoln Navigator

As you can see, it is hardly new. Basically the same body it has had for so long now.With a new front end and interior every few years. This time it is getting a new engine as well.A 3.5 Lier V6 Turbo with 365HP. (About 55 less than the 2015 Escalade)Of course, MPG should be better than the Escalade.But do people who buy these things really care? I don't think so.Interior is also a rehash of the same theme. So even if it is, it doesn't feel new.Look...

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2015 Lincoln Navigator

I know I am being "negative" again. But look at this...Just when you thought it wasn't possible for the Navigator to be uglier, they release these pictures.That new front end is beyond words.I know I was bashing the new Escalade a few weeks ago for just being another Tahoe clone.But at least, it looks fine. And very restrained next to this.This is taking vulgarity to new levels.And it is not "all new". It is mainly a new front, rear and interior....

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How about some 2015 Volvo XC90 renderings

The illustration above looks great. But it is basically a 4 door version of the concept we saw last week.Which would be great, but would end up looking just like a regular wagon.Instead, I think we'll get this.Another heavy looking, tall brick.Nothing special. really. After all these years...This could end up being quite sad.&nb...

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Another new London Taxi from LTI/Geely?

A few weeks ago I posted a picture of what Nissan is hoping to be the next Londan Taxi.basically a blacked out NV200 van with a chrome grille and round headlight.Which would be pretty sad.The original Firm LTI was bought by Chinese Geely a while ago. The the current London taxis are basically Chinese cars.Now Geely is fighting back with a new model. Which, at least on this picture, does look a bit closer to a real London taxi than the Nissan NV.They...

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