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Turbo Toybox 2: Cobalt SS takes runner up (beating WRX/Mazdaspeed3)

inspirion7 submitted on 10/28/2008 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 10:50:51 AM

We must be stupid, or at least masochistic. Aside from the fact that last year's version of this test inspired six pages of madness in our discussion forums, the cars you see in these photos have been involved in some of the most drawn-out and rage-filled threads in Car Lounge history. Read More



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New Acura TL BETTER By A Nose Than The BMW 335? Or Is It?

Agent001 submitted on 10/23/2008 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 5:34:52 PM

My favorite thing about the internet, is that it democratizes the delivery of information, by giving anyone a chance to voice their opinion with worldwide implications. And what makes it even better, is that incredibly powerful technology is available to say people like Joe the plumber. Read More



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Toyota Bounces Back In Latest Consumer Reports Ratings, Europeans Show More Progress

Agent009 submitted on 10/23/2008 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 4:22:56 PM

Fuel-efficient vehicles are a very reliable segment of the automotive market overall. And European cars, which have trailed the domestic models for about five years, are showing signs of improvement. Read More



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Honda Announces 2009 Civic and Civic Hybrid

Agent009 submitted on 8/19/2008 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 2:50:58 PM

The Honda Civic is enhanced inside and out for 2009 with new exterior styling, colors and available tech-friendly features like Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® and a USB Audio Interface 1. An exclusively-equipped Civic LX-S Sedan debuts with alloy wheels and sportier interior styling. Read More

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Lexus Leaps Forward In JD Power and Associates VDS Dependability Study

Agent009 submitted on 8/7/2008 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 9:58:41 AM

Deterioration in vehicle quality during the first three years of ownership—determined by comparing long-term dependability rates to initial quality problem rates—strongly affects overall customer satisfaction as well as customer willingness to recommend their vehicle model, according to the J. D. Read More



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When Is It Safe To Buy A New Or Redesigned Car Model?

Agent009 submitted on 5/14/2008 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 12:01:02 PM

What if you're interested in a new or recently redesigned car model like the 2008 Cadillac STS, Honda Accord, Mercedes C-Class, Nissan Rogue, Saturn VUE, or Scion xB? Should you follow the conventional wisdom that a new car design should be avoided in its first year, and wait for the 2009? Or should you take a chance so you can own the new design while it's still new? In the past these have been your only alternatives, because no one has provided reliability information on new car designs soon enough, or updated this information more than once a year. But now there's a third, better alternative in a growing number of cases: wait a few months for TrueDelta's Vehicle Reliability Survey (VRS) results to update. Read More



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Do You Buy A Brand Based Off Study Numbers, Reputation, Or Something Else?

Agent009 submitted on 5/12/2008 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 4:30:58 PM

Perhaps you’ve seen recent claims from Ford touting the initial quality of its new vehicles. Those claims are based on a survey, commissioned by Ford through a specialist company, which concludes that "Ford Motor Co. Read More



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Can You Judge A Person By The Type Of Car They Drive?

Agent009 submitted on 3/24/2008 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 1:48:48 PM

It is 6:30 AM and my trusty co-pilot was with me as well drove the daily 35 mile trip in to downtown Dallas.   As we approached the entrance to the HOV lane we started our typical morning debate, were “they” ahead of us or behind us?  “They” in this case is a Chevrolet Aveo stacked to the gills with 5 adults that consistently backs up the 65 mph HOV lane by chugging along at 45 mph, bouncing and swaying always on the edge of control. Read More



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Latest Study Gives More In Depth Details On Reliability Of Brands

Agent009 submitted on 11/13/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 11:49:27 AM

West Bloomfield, MI (PRWEB) November 13, 2007 -- Truedelta. com, the automotive website that provides fast, accurate vehicle reliability, pricing, and fuel economy information, has announced the latest results of its Vehicle Reliability Survey (VRS. Read More



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Is The 2008 Focus As Nice, As Its Rivals?

Agent009 submitted on 10/26/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 1:35:24 PM

Ford didn't start from scratch to come up with the 2008 Focus, but did thoroughly modify the small car. Key dimensions are unchanged, wheelbase length and track width. Read More



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2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class pricing announced

bankhead submitted on 6/28/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 2:48:31 PM

Both models are powered by a 3. 0-liter V-6 with 228 horsepower and 221 lb-ft of torque. Read More



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What Happened? Lexus and Toyota Both Fall From Grace in Latest JD Power Study

Agent009 submitted on 6/28/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 8:19:20 AM

Honda captures four model segment awards—more than any other vehicle nameplate this year—according to the J. D. Read More



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Are Hybrid More Hazardous to The Environment Than Regular Cars?

Agent009 submitted on 6/20/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 1:48:57 PM

When it comes to protecting the environment, senior citizens should concentrate more the total energy consumed in building and operating a car than its fuel efficiency - no matter how impressive the statistics appear on the window sticker at the showroom. A prime example is Toyota's Prius, a compact hybrid that's beloved by ardent environmentalists and that fetches premium prices because it gets nearly 50 miles-per gallon in combined highway/city driving. Read More



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What Premium/Luxury Brands Truly Can Stand The Test Of Time?

Agent009 submitted on 6/19/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 1:44:01 PM

What is the definition of true quality and reliability? Listening to many of our readers, it all seems to be about what happens in the first three years of ownership. While that is an important factor, most of us are only concerned about the reliability and construction of the vehicle during the short tenure in our care. Read More



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Are Consumer Reports Rankings Relevant?

Agent009 submitted on 3/1/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 10:34:59 AM

It’s that time of year again: millions of copies of Consumer Reports’ Annual Auto Issue are on their way to mailboxes and newsstands across America. For the next year, this issue will be the bible for many car shoppers as they sort out which vehicles are likely to be the most reliable. Read More



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