Automotive Reviews
Archive for August, 2010
2010 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport
Aug 27th
Chevrolet’s Corvette is practically a marque of its own; this sports car’s long history makes it as much of a household name as that of its parent company. Even when people say that the entire General Motors lineup is completely devoid of desirable product, this comment is frequently followed by, “except for the Corvette.” The latest ‘Vette is an American sports car done right.
The Corvette Grand Sport, new for 2010, aims to garner even more respect for the venerable ‘Vette. With suspension modifications and styling tweaks, the Corvette Grand Sport borrows some of the better performance attributes of the high-dollar models and blends them into a unique midrange package. More >
2010 Nissan Z® Roadster
Aug 21st
It’s frequently the case that the things that make a car special have nothing to do with its ability to go fast, corner hard and look like a million bucks. There’s something else at play, some undefinable X-factor that takes a car to the next level, so to speak. It’s an automobile’s ability to create an emotional connection that helps it to become more than just a conglomeration of metal, glass and plastic pieces. Yes, it is possible for a machine to have charisma, and the best vehicles have it.
Of course, it doesn’t hurt if that emotional connection comes wrapped in a package that can go fast, corner hard and looks like a million bucks. Nissan’s new Z® Roadster stands out as an example of a car that combines both of these assets into a single package. The 370Z has been with us for a couple of years, and given that car’s sexy lines and general lust for performance it’s no surprise that it’s gone topless. Combining the 370Z’s retro-futuristic looks and fun-to-drive road manners with a bit of extra sun is practically a no-brainer. More >
2010 BMW 550i
Aug 17th
You’ll hear a lot of superlatives when reading write-ups of the BMW 5-Series. It seems like it’s always been that way. This big, confident sports sedan is all-new for 2010, and like its predecessors, BMW has hit upon just the right combination of agility, power and responsiveness to push the buttons of driving enthusiasts worldwide.
That said, I am an enthusiast myself, and buttons are the biggest problem with the new 5-Series. Despite a sexier design, powerful, high-tech engines and better-than-ever driving dynamics, the 550i very nearly spoils the ride by getting too caught up in its own clever technology. More >