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Spacious Palisade Gives Hyundai Luxury SUV
Hyundai sells more SUVs than cars nowadays, but it still needed a roomier family hauler and a luxury SUV, so it built the 202 Palisade that hits both objectives.
Golf R Could Be Named 'Golf RRRRRR'
Word that Volkswagen will stop selling the Golf in the U.S. has been tempered with the news that VW will still sell the GTI -- and the AWD Golf R.
Pacifica Leads Minivan Resurgence with Hybrid Tech
Just when you thought minivans had faded away, the Pacifica Hybrid comes along with potent power, infinite versatility and sporty performance
All-new Q8 Surprises as More-compact Audi SUV
We're used to higher numbers meaning larger vehicles, but Audi's new Q8 strikes a lower, more compact appearance as the company flagship SUV.
NSX, Special Tribute Highlight MAMA Rally
Driving the newest cars around Road America is a highlight of the annual MAMA Spring Rally, and while the Acura NSX was the most impressive, we also had a mission.
Unbroken 4Runner Keeps On Keepin' On
Toyota remains stubbornly dedicated to not changing for the sake of change, and the 2019 4Runner is evidence that buyers find comfort in the familiarity of a proven model.
A7 Upgrades for 2019 Both Subtle, Substantial
The luxury A8 is atop Audi's list of fine sedans, but dropping down to the A7 gets you the sane quattro power in a sportier, less costly package.
Santa Fe is Hyundai's Latest Leap Into Future
Hyundai's all-new 2019 Santa Fe shouldn't be overlooked as its flurry of crossovers boosts its arsenal to seven SUVs -- with more to come. And it loves life on the North Shore!
Tiguan Grows Longer, Adds Third Seat Option
When Volkswagen decided that the new Atlas needed a running mate, it stretched the Tiguan stylishly to fit a third-row seat.
Mustang Bullitt Blows Away All but Icy Driveway
The 2019 Mustang Bullitt properly celebrates the 50th anniversary of the movie "Bullitt," which enhanced the status of Steve McQueen and the Mustang.About the Author
John Gilbert is a lifetime Minnesotan and career journalist, specializing in cars and sports during and since spending 30 years at the Minneapolis Tribune, now the Star Tribune. More recently, he has continued translating the high-tech world of autos and sharing his passionate insights as a freelance writer/photographer/broadcaster. A member of the prestigious North American Car and Truck of the Year jury since 1993. John can be heard Monday-Friday from 9-11am on 610 KDAL(www.kdal610.com) on the "John Gilbert Show," and writes a column in the Duluth Reader.
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