The Hyundai Elantra has long been a solid choice in the economy sedan segment. But with its total redesign for the 2011 model year, expectations have risen exponentially thanks to its new head-turning design, outstanding fuel efficiency, comfortable interior, generous trunk space, long list of standard safety equipment and surprisingly upscale optional features. Clearly offering a lot of bang for the buck, the 2011 Elantra is primed and ready to go head-to-head with the segment's best.
With last year's total redesign, the Ford Focus has become one of the very best small cars available. The 2013 model brings more of the same to a standout level in a versatile and solidly-constructed package. It simply exudes the character and class of a car which should be more expensive.
Toyota RAV4 2013 the compact crossover has received a good rating in the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety Test. The redesigned RAV4 has come out in 2013 with a better exterior and comfortable interior look. The solidness of the body and the safety is also enhanced in RAV4 2013 and that is why it has passed the IIHS crash test with good marks.
The 2014 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra will see the new trucks being completely redesigned for the first time in 7 years.
Back in 2006, SUVs roamed the soccer plains across the nation; so GM started the new models out with the redesigned Tahoe and Suburban before bringing out their truck elders a few months later. The trucks featured new luxury inspired interiors and exteriors as well as upgraded suspension features. The popular LS engine platform was relatively unchanged for the new models.
Saab has recently rolled-out their redesigned 9-5 SportCombi at the Geneva Motor Show. No word on pricing, but the 9-5 SportCombi will go on sale in United States this fall.
If anything, the Prius is even better following last year's redesign which made aerodynamic revisions to further reduce drag while also giving the car a sleeker and sportier look. The gas engine size was increased and the electric motor was also strengthened, resulting in both additional power and still better gas mileage performance, with a combined city/highway EPA rating of 50 mpg, simply tops in the conventional hybrid segment. Handling agility was also enhanced thanks to a new suspension tuning and improved electric steering.
"Changes evident in the redesigned front fascia that resembles a Renault sedan Latitude. The headlights look more 'lost interest' combined width of the given hexagon grille chrome accents. Similarly, the bumper gets a fresh new touch."
Honda completely redesigned its Odyssey minivan last year, giving this near-perfect family vehicle a more detailed look, improved seating, and new connectivity and entertainment features.
The 2014 RAM 2500 is a powerful heavy-duty pickup truck. This truck is capable of towing and hauling heavy loads and provides passengers with a relatively comfortable and quiet ride in its upscale cabin. For the current model year, the 2014 RAM 2500 has a redesigned rear suspension, an optional 6.4-liter HEMI V8 engine, and an available rear air suspension system.
When GM redesigned the platform for the second generation F-body platform in 1970 in preparation for the major restyling of both the Camaro and Firebird, they actually delivered customers a much more capable car. While it wasn't a radical rethinking, the suspension geometry was significantly improved over the original 1967-69 design, creating a more surefooted chassis. Like all factory cars, however, there's still room for refinement.
When Ford redesigned the Super Duty in 2011, it was an instant hit among Ford diesel enthusiasts. With 400 horsepower and 800 ft-lb of torque on tap, in a much more refined platform, the new Ford became the truck of choice for diesel performance companies to showcase their latest and greatest diesel products. A perfect example is the 2012 Ford F-350 owned by Tom Wood of St. George, Utah.
Special thanks goes out to Selman Chevrolet of Orange, CA, for this comparison shot. Chevy's redesigned '15 Tahoe certainly has a sleek new body design, but like most vehicles, it looks better with a bit of a height adjustment. Though it's completely new, the suspension is very similar to the one used on the previous models.
The new Odyssey's reworked body structure that's both more rigid and lighter, along with a retuned suspension, provides a well-balanced combination of comfortable ride quality and confident road manners. Braking ability has also been improved via larger brake discs this year. And also particularly noticeable is just how quiet the 2011 Odyssey is, every bit as quiet as a luxury sedan.
If you're a fan of midsize pickup trucks, we've got good news for you: Chevy has announced that the newly redesigned Colorado pickup will be built and sold in the United States.