Category Archives: Cars

45 Miles Per Gallon…The Hot New 2013 Jetta Hybrid

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By Michael Andre Adams

In heavy rotation for the new Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid is a 30-second TV spot in which an RV passes a Japanese manufactured hybrid. In the process, the Jetta Hyrbid shoots up from behind the RV and passes both vehicles.   Continue reading

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2014 Mazda 6: Moving In The Right Direction

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By Michael Andre Adams

Back in the early 90′s, when Camry and Accord ruled, I bought a 1993 Honda Accord. My sister opted for the Mazda counterpart–the 626. While the 626 was more similar in body type to the best selling Camry, it was, well, the stepchild, if you will. Continue reading

Tesla Model S Near-Perfect Says Consumer Reports

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There, we said it. The Tesla Model S outscores every other car in Consumer Reports test ratings. It does so even though it’s an electric car. In fact, it does so because it is electric. Continue reading

Just in Time for Earth Day: 2013 Lexus ES 300h at 40 miles per gallon!

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Earth Day Drives Harlem

On Earth Day, I’ve got a story to share that’s fun, informative and right on time for the season ahead when many will take to the open road for a little R&R–be it a quick weekend getaway, or full fledged vacation. Continue reading

Concept Cars Dazzle At The 2013 New York Auto Show

12495896-mmmainLike Fashion Week, the New York International Automobile Show is no stranger to starting trends and shaping opinions, so it is no surprise that the world’s automakers have pulled out all the stops to show off some of the most amazing concept cars and trucks ever seen at this year’s event. Continue reading

2013 Honda Civic: More is Good!

civic 1We’re in an era when everyone wants more! For example, in 1987, Gordon Gekko told us “Greed is good.” In the decades to follow, businesses learned to streamline waste and human resources. Continue reading

The New Ford Taurus and the Man Behind It

ford designerBack in the day when Taurus reigned, it was the whip du jour for the 40+ crowd, especially women, who knew they had it going-on and only bought American. Continue reading

EcoBoost: The New Edge on Edge

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By Michael Andre Adams

For model year 2011, I was blown away with enthusiasm over the Ford Edge at the Sport trim level. Perhaps you may even recall the piece I penned right here on Examiner (along with a few other outlets). Continue reading

HW Pick: Jay Leno And GM Design Boss Ed Welburn Talk About The New Corvette ’14 (video)

Here’s a mash-up of Tonight Show host Jay Leno exploring his passion for all things on wheels on his Emmy Award-winning web series Jay Leno’s Garage. Continue reading

Hyundai Veloster: Madd Cool And Loaded

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Afew weeks ago, I finally got the chance to spend a week in Hyundai’s madd cool, three door, sporty compact–the Veloster.

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