As a product of plastic, rubber and metal goes, the Corvette over the years has been nothing short of magical and the latest iteration easily stands as the most bewitching yet.
The '14 Mercedes E-Class comes available with a new base engine, a 2.1L turbodiesel 4-cyl. that demonstrates its ability to reach 40 mpg, while being fun to drive. (See related story: E Is for Eco-Class)
The Mercedes E250, with an impressive and efficient 2.1L diesel 4-cyl., represents the new entry model for the E-Class range and dispels the myth that diesel carries a hefty price premium.
VWA’s new 1.8L 4-cyl. is smaller than the 2.5L it replaces, but it outperforms its bigger brethren in every category, both on paper and under the hood.
The Dart GT handily outperforms its lower-trim counterparts with a revised standard 6-speed manual or optional automatic transmission. (See related story: Dart GT Lives Up to Everything But Its Name)
The 11th generation of Toyota's venerable compact car gets more style and better interior materials, plus an all-new fuel-economy-focused grade. (See related story: Corolla Much Improved, More Competitive)