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Fiat 500c Gucci Edition

Motoring the narrow, hilly streets of Hull, MA in a Fiat 500c Gucci Edition, I couldn’t help but feel Italian.  Ok, it’s not Europe, but I am Italian, and with people smiling and waving as I’m adorned in Gucci enhancements, I guess one could call it … Continue reading

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2012 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid

When life takes unexpected turns, it’s important to drive a vehicle that goes the distance.  Efficient, affordable and stylish, the 2012 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid is a smart choice on the road of endurance. With a redesigned front and rear, the … Continue reading

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Jaguar XKR-S

You know life has changed when you take a $132,000 car out to buy Pop-tarts.  But for love, it doesn’t matter.  Driving the 2012 Jaguar XKR-S reminded me of what’s like to fall in love.  Feeling my heartrate quicken….racing thoughts….and that tingling … Continue reading

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2012 Ford Edge Ecoboost

Preparing for our daughter’s birth, I remember picking out a stroller.  The overwhelming feeling when presented with the rainbow of designs and options – made me realize more than ever how the world has exploded into a dizzying array of … Continue reading

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2012 Nissan Rogue

Driving around with my daughter in the 2012 Rogue, a question sprang to mind….Why did Nissan name this car after a word that means ‘scoundrel’?  Come to find out (thanks to a great post on Jalopnik) the name ‘Rogue’ was … Continue reading

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2013 Acura ILX

Under clear blue sky through the summer scent of freshly mown grass, driving any car is a pleasure.  Add in a delightful outing with my daughter, and I’ll be hard pressed to write anything negative about this week’s ride…..the Acura ILX. … Continue reading

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2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe

My visit with the Hyundai Genesis Coupe was brief, so my comments will be the same.  The car arrived on the day my iMac hard drive crashed and left the day after.  But what a wonderful 24 hour window it gave me to blow off … Continue reading

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2012 Land Rover LR4

Initially I struggled to write a Mom review of the LR4.  What do I say about a luxury SUV designed for off-roading?  Then it hit me, if there were ever a road requiring ability to navigate all terrains……rocky, sandy, muddy, … Continue reading

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2012 Dodge Charger SXT

Ok. I’ll admit it.  I like the Dodge Charger.  But then again, I’m an Italian girl from New Jersey who grew up in the 70’s and 80’s.  When musicians still wrote their own music, and families drove American cars.  I … Continue reading

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2012 VW Tiguan

As a former VW Beetle owner and lover, I was excited to drive the 2012 Tiguan.  Accustomed to well-made German engineering and peppy motoring, as soon as I arrived behind the wheel, I was let down.  Not that the Tiguan … Continue reading

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