Blog October 2006 Archive

The Crossover of Crossovers
More about the whole subject of "Crossovers." The auto industry is making a valiant attempt to insert the term "Crossover" into the vernacular, referring to car-based SUVs, as opposed to truck-based ... Read More

Tuesday October 17, 2006 | permalink | comments (3)

There's no shame in driving a minivan -- really!
Some folks fight against the minivan with all their might. There are men who feel that the minivan marks them as domesticated animals. There are women who reject the minivan ... Read More

Monday October 16, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

What's in a name?
I just finished a week in the worst-named vehicle on the market -- the Subaru B9 Tribeca. Not that the vehicle is the worst -- far from it, actually -- just ... Read More

Saturday October 14, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

The Top 5 Fuel Saving Minivans
I'm so proud of the little Mazda5 Touring. I feel quite paternal toward the little minivan, though I know I don't really have any right to -- I only reviewed ... Read More

Thursday October 12, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Ten Small Cars You Can Live With
My usual beat is SUVs. I like it that way, most of the time. That is, until I have a week like the one coming up. I have to drive from ... Read More

Monday October 9, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Have you driven a Ford -- lately?
It's hard for me to work up any sympathy for a rich young heir. But I think I might be able to feel sorry for Bill Ford. William Clay Ford Jr. ... Read More

Friday October 6, 2006 | permalink | comments (1)

Nissan's New Hybrid Debuts in the OC
Nissan hasn't been making a whole lot of noise lately. Sure, they make good cars, trucks and SUVs, but most of the news about Nissan has really been about GM. ... Read More

Thursday October 5, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Heated up over diesels
Aaron Gold, About's Guide to Cars, is a big diesel proponent. I think I know why. Earlier in his career, Aaron spent time in the UK interning for "What Car?" ... Read More

Wednesday October 4, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

2007 Motorcycle Specifications
I spend most of my life on four wheels -- driving cars, trucks and SUVs. If I had my way, I'd spend a lot more time on two wheels, though. ... Read More

Tuesday October 3, 2006 | permalink | comments (1)