Automotive Reviews
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Back-catalog of reviews written before 2008.
2005 Chevrolet Equinox
Jun 6th
Here’s the latest poster child for the minivan backlash—the 2005 Chevrolet Equinox is the latest in the growing parade of do-all vehicles that aren’t quite cars, but aren’t quite SUVs either. Based on a chassis designed for crossover vehicles, the all-new Equinox fits into Chevy’s SUV lineup more or less between the tough-as-nails TrailBlazer on the truck side, and the extended-sedan Malibu Maxx on the car side. Technically, Chevrolet calls it a compact SUV, but it’s the largest small sport-ute out there, and it’s certainly not an off-roader. More >
2004 MINI Cooper S
May 21st
I just have to admit that automotive-journalistic integrity goes right out the window when it comes to the MINI Cooper. Whether you’re a car guy who likes a responsive, excellent-handling vehicle, or a commuter who only wants to get from Point A to Point B, there are few finer pleasures than nipping through traffic in a MINI, and that’s just the way it is. Personally I’d rather have a MINI than a Ferrari, even though I certainly wouldn’t be able to keep up with the Italian sports car. It’s all about personality.
2004 Lincoln LS V8
May 5th
Semi-annual drive events are a good opportunity for auto writers to drive a number of new cars back to back. They’re also not unlike high school dances, as everyone scrambles for a chance at the latest Mercedes, Maserati, or Jaguar. At a recent such event, I decided to take a break from elbowing my way into the line for the debutantes, and found a 2004 Lincoln LS siting practically forgotten at the back of the lot. No one had driven it all day.
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