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Right tires go beyond all-wheel-drive security
All-wheel-drive is common on top models, such as the Mercedes AMG E53, but the choice of tires still makes a difference in severe winter storms.
'T-Rex' devours competition -- including Raptor
The battle for pickup supremacy has seen the recent rise of the Ram, which adds to its status with a 2021 Raptor-fighting TRX, boasting 702 supercharged Hellcat horsepower.
New diesels take on traditional pickups
New diesel pickups such as the Gladiator 3.0 EcoDiesel and Silverado 3.0 DuraMax add value, while the Toyota Tundra, ironically, may now be the most traditional pickup alternativ
WRX STI still sets pace for Subarus
Subaru has added numerous new SUVs to its stable, but the virtually unchanged WRX STI remains pure and potent as an AWD hot rod.
Accord Hybrid vs. severe cold in novelty duel
Every year, the Honda Accord evolves to remain among the U.S. favorites, and for 2021 the Accord Hybrid meets all those criteria. even in severe cold.
Winter storm? You need a Defender
After being stashed for over two decades, Land Rover has brought back its Defender model, with a modern tech approach to the same old values.
Stick brings Rapid Red Mustang 'Bob' to life
Ford has made all sorts of specialty versions of the Mustang during its six decades of life, but the new base model deserves a nickname, and I'm recommending "Bob."
High-tech Sonata adds higher-tech Hybrid
Striking design of Hyundai's 2020 Sonata, coupled with addition of a Hybrid model, boosts Sonata to the top of the midsize segment.
Bright leaves no match for Lexus LC500
The new era of Toyota design and performance is nearly upon us, and the Lexus LC500 might be the best example as the pinnacle of Toyota's upscale line,
Ram vs. Ram in pickup battle
The versatility of Ram pickups have led to competition within the brand, as the Rebel EcoDiesel compares sporty off-road readiness to the iconic V8 Laramie's luxury.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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