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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
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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Tagged car, cars, hyundai, IIHS, lithium polymer battery, mom, sonata
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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
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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Tagged cars, Ecoboost, Edge, Ford, Mom car, my touch, sport utility vehicles, sync system, time to buy a car
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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
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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Tagged Acura, cars, elliot scheiner, ELS, ILX, pandora radio, power moonroof, sedan
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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
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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Tagged car seat installation, cars, Land Rover, LR4, off roading, vacation
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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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