Lexus IS-C Perfect for Boomers Jul 1, 2009 8:00 AM, WardsAuto.com, By Christie Schweinsberg Bigger and more sedate than the IS sedan, and less alluring than the sexy new Infiniti G37 drop-top, the IS-C seems perfectly poised for ladies who lunch.
BMW’s New Roadster Mechanically Superb Jun 29, 2009 10:50 AM, WardsAuto.com, By Tom Murphy Two stout engines, one new 7-speed DCT and a retractable hardtop puts Z4 back in the hunt, but iterative styling might not stir showroom traffic.
Mercedes Stresses Safety, Value With New E-Class Jun 26, 2009 8:00 AM, WardsAuto.com, By Drew Winter Mercedes is pulling out the stops to sell the new E-Class as a value proposition rather than a vain personal reward.
Kia Close to Compact Forefront With Forte Jun 24, 2009 8:00 AM, WardsAuto.com, By Christie Schweinsberg With some minor fixes, Kia’s new C-segment model could be in the same league with best-selling Civic, Corolla and Mazda entrants.
Lexus HS: Good Hybrid, Lacks Sex Appeal Jun 3, 2009 8:00 AM, WardsAuto.com, By Christie Schweinsberg Lexus’ first dedicated hybrid focused on fuel economy hits all the dynamic marks, but its lack of style may turn off potential buyers.
Genesis Coupe Serious Sport Contender May 14, 2009 7:30 AM, WardsAuto.com, By Christie Schweinsberg Hyundai’s new rear-wheel-drive 2-door is an above-average first effort, destined to steal market share from competitors costing thousands more.
Don’t Call Cube Cute or Mistake It for Scion xB May 4, 2009 8:00 AM, WardsAuto.com, By Steve Finlay Nissan expects the new Cube’s “bulldog wearing sunglasses” look will appeal to a main customer base of Generation Y buyers, age 18 to 25.
Upscale Mazda3 Shines, Still Fun to Drive Apr 30, 2009 7:30 AM, WardsAuto.com, By Byron Pope The auto maker improves on certain aspects of the Mazda3 without sacrificing what made it great in the first place. Few cars convey such a sense of control to the driver.
Kia’s Whole Lotta Soul Apr 8, 2009 9:00 AM, WardsAuto.com, By Christie Schweinsberg Combined with its fresh, high-quality interior, quirky-but-fun exterior and an incredible value proposition, the Soul shows Kia is seriously seeking design respect.
Infiniti Convertible Returns After 17-Year Absence Apr 6, 2009 11:24 AM, WardsAuto.com, By Steve Finlay In a second effort at open-air motoring, Infiniti debuts the sleek and technologically impressive ’09 Infiniti G37 Convertible.
New Prius Tough to Beat Mar 25, 2009 12:01 AM, WardsAuto.com, By Christie Schweinsberg With a starting price likely around $20,000, and boffo fuel economy, the third generation of the world’s best-selling hybrid should stay on top.
GM Hybrid-Pickup Engineering Meets Expectations; Attracting Buyers Another Matter Mar 19, 2009 8:14 AM, WardsAuto.com, By James M. Amend The trick to getting the greatest operating efficiency out of these hybrids is no different than a conventionally propelled vehicle – avoid jack-rabbit starts and anticipate stops instead of jamming on the brakes.
Fusion Hybrid Game-Changer for Ford Mar 2, 2009 8:13 AM, WardsAuto.com, By Byron Pope A Michigan cold snap puts a chill on the fuel efficiency of Ford’s latest HEV.
Phantom Coupe True to Rolls Heritage, For Better or Worse Feb 25, 2009 8:58 AM, WardsAuto.com, By Eric Mayne Faintly sporty and openly opulent, the Rolls-Royce Phantom Coupe is a car for people enamored more by the idea of driving than the act itself.
Mercedes Stresses Safety, Value With New E-Class 
Kia Close to Compact Forefront With Forte 
Lexus HS: Good Hybrid, Lacks Sex Appeal 
Infiniti Convertible Returns After 17-Year Absence 
GM Engineers, Designers Perform Heroic Duty on ‘10 Chevy Camaro 
GM Hybrid-Pickup Engineering Meets Expectations; Attracting Buyers Another Matter 
Phantom Coupe True to Rolls Heritage, For Better or Worse 
