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Burgess: 2010 Nissan 370Z is made for drivers

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 01:00:00 EST

The 2010 Nissan 370Z roadster advances the stellar 370Z another step with its comfortable ride and rip-roaring, seat-of-your-pants cornering that will leave a big smile on your mug and your hair ruined by the wind.

Scott Burgess: Hybrid fused into Milan

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:07:00 EST

The problem with Mercury isn't the brand. Its collective group of vehicles is sedate, understated and pretty nice. The newest member of the lineup, the 2010 Mercury Milan Hybrid, has high mileage and a quiet ride. It's a fine machine that mixes premium features, quality craftsmanship and user-friendly technology.

John McCormick: Vehicle safety still has room to improve

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 01:00:00 EST

Winter weather is around the corner and our roads soon will be wet, icy and potentially hazardous. With that in mind, it's worth considering automotive safety -- how far it has come in recent years, where it is going and how its progress can affect you.

Sneak Peek: 2011 Chevy Aveo

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 01:00:00 EST

GM is racking up the frequent flier miles as the 2011 Chevy Aveo (or maybe Chevy Viva?) continues its testing tour of the globe.

Extend your car's life with timely maintenance

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 01:00:00 EST

Detroit -- More people are keeping their cars longer for fear of going into debt or losing their jobs.

Soup it up: Tailgate step provides safety

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 01:00:00 EST

If you buy a new Ford F-150 pickup truck, you can opt to spend an extra $350 to equip your truck with a tailgate step, a retracting, ladder-type device that makes climbing in or out of the truck's bed both easier and safer.

Range Rover Sport retains a certain mystique

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 18:07:00 EST

There's just something about Land Rover. The 2010 Range Rover Sport carries that mystique even further. It's rugged, capable and absolute luxury at the same time. It's also vastly improved for the 2010 model year.

Scott Burgess: R8 a reason to celebrate

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 13:02:00 EST

There will be nothing critical in this review. I should probably recuse myself from even writing about the 2010 Audi R8 5.2 FSI V-10 because I love this car.

Keep the satellite radio system

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:22:00 EST

Never mind the push-button starters or hands-free phones. Pull the plug on the novelty foot-well lighting and cut down on cup holders. Keep your heated seats.

Detroit parking garages highlight D.C. exhibit

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:22:00 EST

The parking garage, often considered the epitome of urban ugly, is getting validation of its architectural and social worth at a ground-breaking exhibit in Washington.