Archive for the ‘Autoline Exclusives’ Category

Get ‘Em While They Last – 2022 Volkswagen Arteon

February 20th, 2023 at 2:07pm

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The Arteon is a very nice driving sedan. The Arteon is well engineered. The Arteon offers impressive performance. The Arteon is going to get dropped from VW’s lineup because no one is buying it.

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The 2023 Ram HD 2500 Rebel Made Me Feel Like A Child

February 14th, 2023 at 3:27pm

2023 Ram 2500 Heavy Duty Rebel front three-quarters

I’ve never felt more like a child trying to get into a vehicle than like with the 2023 Ram 2500 Heavy Duty Rebel. And I think that’s saying something considering I’m 6’4” and have long legs. But this truck is huge.

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The Driver’s SUV – 2023 Mazda CX-30

February 9th, 2023 at 1:46pm

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Have you ever heard an enthusiast or automotive journalist refer to a vehicle as ‘a real driver’s car?’ It’s usually meant as a compliment. A way to signify to the other True Believers out there that this is a vehicle worth their consideration. While it might not have all the bells and whistles of the competition, it does the basics really well. Ride, handling, steering and comfort. I’m willing to bet that most vehicle that previously fit into this category were either sports cars or sporty sedans. But if there were ever ‘a real driver’s SUV/Crossover’ the Mazda CX-30 is it.

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Oldie But Goodie – 2023 Lexus GX 460

February 6th, 2023 at 1:26pm

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As you clamber into the cabin, the Lexus GX 460 looks and feels dated, old fashioned. There are lots of switches and knobs splayed across the dashboard and console. The center display screen looks like an add-on afterthought. And the powertrain doesn’t feel the least bit electrified. No doubt customers are delighted!

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