New ’09 Maxima Upholds Nissan Flagship Title Jun 17, 2008 8:16 AM, WardsAuto.com, By Christie Schweinsberg Nissan’s venerable 7th-generation flagship sedan has great performance characteristics, but will the large car scare off gas-conscious buyers?
Tiguan Has Heart of a Tiger May 22, 2008 12:30 PM, WardsAuto.com, By Tom Murphy VW Tiguan is a stylish, purposeful CUV that reinforces VW’s edgy brand image, while injecting European-style handling into a segment not known for performance.
VW Passat CC Crowning Achievement? In Europe, Yes May 16, 2008 8:19 AM, WardsAuto.com, By James M. Amend The Passat CC’s flaws are minor and relatively few, especially given that VW did not want to build a car too expensive for its traditional buyer.
G8 GT Recalls Era of Affordable V-8 Motoring May 7, 2008 12:57 PM, WardsAuto.com, By James M. Amend The Pontiac G8’s rear-wheel drive setup lends the vehicle wonderful proportions. Designers added big fender flares and a high beltline to convey pent-up power.
Pilot Proves Looks Aren’t Everything May 6, 2008 2:37 PM, WardsAuto.com, By Tom Murphy The all-new Honda Pilot might not be the best looking CUV, but it is well-mannered, versatile and loaded with cargo space.
Chrysler’s Time Machine May 5, 2008 11:21 AM, WardsAuto.com, By Mike Sutton Although based on Chrysler’s LX sedans, the ’08 Dodge Challenger SRT8 is an emotional recreation of a legendary muscle car that exemplifies the historic influence of Detroit’s auto makers.
For Those Who Like Sleek CUVs Apr 28, 2008 8:27 AM, WardsAuto.com, By Steve Finlay Infiniti says its redesigned FX isn’t for everybody, but for consumers who like trendy design and show a rebellious “hint of the dark side” in their personalities.
Saturn Astra to Turn Some Heads, But Not Snap Any Necks Apr 24, 2008 10:24 AM, WardsAuto.com, By James M. Amend GM did not tinker with the European-tuned suspension and, ironically, it may prove the determining factor behind Astra’s success or failure in the U.S.
’09 Nissan GT-R Crushes Sports-Car Paradigm Apr 16, 2008 12:45 PM, WardsAuto.com, By Mike Sutton With unflinching track manners balanced by surprising versatility and pricing, Nissan’s first global GT-R has all the tools for greatness.
Avant Brings Style, Versatility to New A4 Line Apr 14, 2008 2:13 PM, WardsAuto.com, By David E. Zoia The Avant is the second in the line of new A4s, which debuted in Europe in sedan form this winter and already has seen sales reach 60,000 units.
Subaru Ascends With Sherpa-Like Forester Apr 1, 2008 8:38 AM, WardsAuto.com, By James M. Amend While Subaru made some excellent changes to update the previous generation’s dowdy exterior, the interior lacks design harmony and the 4-speed automatic has to work too hard.
Cobalt SS Has Right Chemistry for Street Cred Mar 31, 2008 11:37 AM, WardsAuto.com, By Eric Mayne Cobalt may rank 27th on the periodic table, but with Chevy’s SS badge attached, it has all the elements of a winner.
Mercedes-AMG’s Drop Top With Attitude Mar 27, 2008 2:14 PM, WardsAuto.com, By Mike Sutton Highlighting Mercedes-Benz’s new ’09 SL lineup, the 518-hp SL63 AMG brings the luxury roadster’s performance within a fender of true everyday supercars.
TSX Veers Comfortably Into Middle Age Mar 20, 2008 1:54 PM, WardsAuto.com, By Christie Schweinsberg More refined, second-generation Acura sedan gets closer to true luxury but still evokes a feeling of lower-priced Hondas.
C63 AMG Mercedes’ Teutonic Road Runner Mar 10, 2008 11:15 AM, WardsAuto.com, By Mike Sutton Well-blended with speed, style and comfort, the ’08 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG is the in-house performance unit’s best execution yet.
New ’09 Maxima Upholds Nissan Flagship Title 
VW Passat CC Crowning Achievement? In Europe, Yes 
Saturn Astra to Turn Some Heads, But Not Snap Any Necks 
Avant Brings Style, Versatility to New A4 Line 
