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2024 Lexus TX Hopes to Become a Better Family Hauler

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Lexus is hitting the public with a one-two punch this week. The infiniti QX80 and GMC Yukon are a little too big, while something like the Acura MDX is a little too small. & Lexus says the back row will be more spacious, comfortable, and easier to get into than what was available on the three-row variant of the RX. .&

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Road Test: 2022 Acura RDX SH-AWD A-Spec Advance

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The Acura RDX has been one of the best-selling compact premium SUVs since 2006, and has sold more than 50,000 every year since 2015. With this success you had better bet folks at Acura were careful when doing a light restyle for the 2022 RDX, with a refresh of the exterior, interior and suspension plus added standard technology.

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Honda to end production of the Insight hybrid, commits to the expansion of hybrid offerings in the US

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Honda said the move reflects its reinforced commitment to a clear product strategy focused on further advancing fuel-efficient and alternative-fuel vehicle technologies that are better aligned with customer needs and that strengthen the company’s US sales momentum. Annual sales of the second-generation Honda Insight. Data: Honda.

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Road Test: 2023 Volvo XC60 Recharge Ultimate

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Road Test: 2023 Volvo XC60 Recharge Ultimate Surprising Performance in a Compact Plug-In Hybrid SUV Okay, a show of hands if “quick or fast” come to mind when Volvo SUV is mentioned. A PHEV is the natural bridge between a gasoline and electric propulsion, but it only works when the car is plugged in whenever possible.

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Road Test: 2021 Cadillac XT5 Premium Luxury FWD

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Competing in the premium midsize SUV category, the 2021 Cadillac XT5 is right in the middle of stiff competition, including models from Acura, Audi, BMW, Genesis, Infiniti, Land Rover, Lexus, Lincoln, Maserati, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, Tesla and Volvo. Cadillac’s Midsize Contender. Ready to go head-to-head. Three Models.

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Event: WAJ Media Day: A Million Dollar Drive

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Acura TLX Type S. Lexus ES 300h F Sport (2022). The F Sport styling cues (unique front bumper and grille, black finish 19-inch wheels, rear spoiler and sport-themed interior) makes this hybrid very distinctive-looking to go with its performance, comfort and excellent 44 mpg highway fuel economy. Lexus LC 500 Convertible.

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2017 Chrysler Pacifica wins Altair Enlighten Award for weight reduction in full vehicle category; Toyota, Faurecia and AP&T module, technology winners

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Toyota’s carbon fiber closure panels for the 2017 Prius Prime and Lexus LC500 ( earlier post ), and Faurecia’s Adaptive Valve for exhaust systems employed on the 2017 Chevrolet Silverado took the top honors for the module category. Weight reduction is a key contributor to improved fuel economy. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.).

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