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Flash Drive: 2023 Toyota Prius Prime PHEV

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Driving Impressions: Hitting the Road Always in control Our driving time was spent on wet and dry pavement negotiating San Diego County highways and back country winding roads. coefficient of drag (C d ), which helps it cut through the wind and deliver excellent fuel economy. The aerodynamic design has a 0.27

Prius 88
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Event: WAJ Media Day: A Million Dollar Drive

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That whoosh you hear and feel, when tromping the pedal, is not only the wind blowing through your hair, but the feeling of stellar acceleration. Jeep Grand Cherokee L Summit. Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara 4EX. In addition, we aim to offer reviews and news on advanced technology and the alternative fuel vehicle market.

Lexus 97
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Flash Drive: 2024 Mazda CX-90

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However, this being the wettest year in Northern California in a very long time, we encountered heavy, gusty winds that curtailed any aggressive driving, especially on country roads. In addition, we aim to offer reviews and news on advanced technology and the alternative fuel vehicle market. Story by John Faulkner.

Mazda 91
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Road Test: 2023 Honda HR-V EX-L AWD

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Tire noise was minimal Wind and road (tire) noise was low, but at times the engine was noisy during stress, such as aggressive acceleration or climbing a grade. In addition, we aim to offer reviews and news on advanced technology and the alternative fuel vehicle market.

Honda 79
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Road Test: 2023 Volvo XC60 Recharge Ultimate

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The ride was supple, but not soft or floaty, and felt great on winding roads. The XC60 Recharge comes standard with eAWD and an Off-Road drive mode setting, but don’t confuse it with the likes of a Land Rover, Range Rover, Bronco or Jeep. This combination resulted in well-composed handling for the 4,698-pound SUV.

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Flash Drive: 2023 Subaru Solterra EV

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Along with active grille shutters, spending time in the wind tunnel paid off as the air flow is directed around, over and under in such a way to get the Coefficient of Drag (C d ) to a low 0.28. Road Test: 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe PHEV. Narrow LED head and tail lights take-up little space leading to a contemporary design.

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Road Test: 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 Duramax 4WD Crew Cab AT4 CarbonPro

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The power-adjustable and heated exterior mirrors provided excellent rear visibility and were quiet going through the wind. Road Test: 2021 Jeep Gladiator EcoDiesel. In addition, we aim to offer reviews and news on advanced technology and the alternative fuel vehicle market. A bed extender.

Sierra 97