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Top 10 Fuel Efficient Cars
Here at About Cars, our philosophy is that a fuel-efficient car shouldn't requrie one to give up comfort, safety and enjoyment. That's why this isn't just a by-the-numbers list of cars with the best fuel economy. Instead, the About Cars test drivers and I are pleased to present our list of cars we think are the creme-de-la-creme of high-mileage cars - including hybrids, turbodiesels, and other high-MPG, fuel-efficient cars.

2007 BMW M6 convertible
2007 BMW M6 convertible

2008 Audi A5 interior
2008 Audi A5 interior

2009 BMW X6 interior black
2009 BMW X6 interior black

2007 Toyota Prius
The 2007 Toyota Hybrid Prius Touring Edition is the first variant of Toyota's popular Prius Hybrid; it gets fancier wheels and a "European-tuned" suspension. Does the Touring Edition make the Toytoa Prius more fun to drive - and more importantly, does it affect the Prius Hybrid's stellar mileage? Read on to find out. Tested and reviewed by Aaron Gold, your Guide to Cars at About.com.

Small Cars You Can Live With
In years past, small fuel-efficient cars that got excellent gas mileage were limited in scope to economy cars. Today, automakers are building high-MPG cars that are more luxurious, more flexible and more sporty than ever. Check out this list of the Top 10 small cars you can live with, with links to About.com test drives and new car reviews.

Best new cars of 2008
Best new cars of 2008

Best Fuel Savers
Ten automobiles that combine fuel saving with what consumers really want in a car. An About Cars feature article.

Best Cars for Teens
Here are ten cars that are easy to drive and affordable to buy, insure and run. Another Top Picks list from the road testers at About Cars.

Fuel Saving Tips
Yes, your car can get better gas mileage! These Top Ten Fuel Saving Tips will help you improve your car's fuel economy and use less gasoline. Most of these tips will give you a slight increase in MPG -- but together the gas mileage improvements can really add up. Save money and use less fuel. From Aaron Gold, your Guide to Cars at About.com.

2007 Honda Civic EX
Redesigned last year, the Honda Civic is a mainstay of the compact sedan world. So how does the 2007 Honda Civic EX sedan stack up against the competition? Read our 2007 Honda Civic EX sedan review to find out. Tested by Liz Kim, one of the expert reviewers at About.com Cars.

Fun, fuel-efficient cars
Who says "fun" and "frugal" are mutually exclusive?

2007 Honda Fit base
High gas prices have many people longing to get back to basics, and Honda has responded with the new-for-2007 Fit. Small in size, cheap in price, and easy on fuel consumption, the Fit is an easy-to-own Honda that gets back to basics, in a surprisingly sophisticated kind of way. I drove the $14,445 Honda Fit Base; EPA fuel economy estimates with the 5-speed manual transmission are 33 city, 38 highway. 2007 Honda Fit: Tested by Aaron Gold, one of the experts at About.com Cars.

2008 Ford Focus
The Ford Focus has been redesigned for 2008, and owners of 2007 and older Focii will barely recognize the new car. New styling inside and out, a new model lineup, and a new two-door coupe are hallmarks of the 2008 Ford Focus. But what made the old Focus so appealing was its European-bred road manners. Does the new Focus measure up to its predecessor? Read on. Tested and reviewed by Aaron Gold, your Guide to Cars at About.com.

2008 Audi R8 front 3-4 view
2008 Audi R8 front three-quarter view

2007 Pontiac Solstice GXP
2007 Pontiac Solstice GXP

2007 MINI Cooper S
When the new MINI Cooper swept onto the scene in 2002, it ushered in a new era of small-car coolness. Now the second generation MINI Cooper is here -- the new-new MINI, as it were -- and with it a host of improvements. Designed by BMW, built in the original Mini's home of Great Britain, and available in the US in two versions, Cooper and Cooper S -- how does the new MINI stack up? Read on. Tested by Aaron Gold, your Guide to Cars at About.com.

2008 Audi R8 Cutaway
2008 Audi R8 Cutaway

2009 Chevrolet Camaro concept
2009 Chevrolet Camaro concept

Toyota - New for 2009
What's new in the Toyota car lineup for 2009. Includes changes, updates and redesigns to the 2009 Toyota, Camry, Solara, Avalon, Corolla, Matrix, Prius, and Yaris.

2007 Toyota Camry Hybrid
With the 2007 Toyota Camry Hybrid, hybrid technology has gone mainstream. The 2007 Toyota Camry Hybrid is exactly what the doctor ordered: A perfectly ordinary mid-size car that simply uses less fuel. But with the added weight of all its amenities, how frugal can the Camry Hybrid be? Very. The 2007 Toyota Camry Hybrid: Tested, driven and reviewed by Aaron Gold, one of the expert test drivers at About Cars.

Cars for Women
Women's driving needs differ from men's. Herewith the Top 10 Cars for women as chosen by the automotive experts at About Cars.

2008 Smart Fortwo
Conceived by Swiss watchmaker Swatch and designed in conjunction with Daimler, parent company of Mercedes-Benz, the Smart Fortwo microcar has been all the rage in traffic-choked European cities since its introduction in 1998. Smart has recently redesigned the Fortwo and is now bringing it to America as both a coupe and a convertible, the former -- which I test here -- in Pure and Passion trim levels. Is the Smart the right car for America -- and is America ready for the Smart? Read on.

2007 Bentley Continental GTC
2007 Bentley Continental GTC

Audi RS6 Avant dashboard
Audi RS6 Avant dashboard

DSG: What it is, how it works
The six-speed Direct Shift Gearbox (DSG) or S-Tronic transmission from Volkswagen and Audi is a self-shifting transmission that overcomes many of the problems with traditional manuals and automatics, and works faster than other sequential manuals. DSG is available on cars such as the Audi TT and A3 and Volkswagen GTI, Jetta GLI, and Golf R32. How the DSG works is explained here by Aaron Gold, your Guide to Cars at About.com.

2007 Mercedes E320 Bluetec
The 2007 Mercedes-Benz E320 BLUETEC is the turbodiesel-powered version of Mercedes' revamped E-Class; it replaces the E320CDI. BLUETEC denotes Mercedes' new clean-diesel technology. Why go diesel? Fuel economy. The 2007 Mercedes-Benz E320's EPA numbers are 26 city/37 highway, the latter holding the promise of 700+ miles on a tank-full. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E320 BLUETEC diesel: Tested by Aaron Gold, one of teh experts at About.com

2007 Jaguar XK Coupe
2007 Jaguar XK Coupe

2008 Dodge Viper interior
2008 Dodge Viper SRT-10 interior

2006 Honda Civic Hybrid
The 2006 Honda Civic Hybrid will attract attention for its high fuel economy (how's 50 MPG grab you?). But after test driving the Honda Civic Hybrid, Philip Powell found that the Hybrid is the most appealing Civic for more reasons than just economy. The CVT transmission and Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) endow the Civic Hybrid with a smooth, powerful ride. The 2006 Honda Civic Hybrid: Tested, driven and reviewed by Philip Powell, one of the expert test drivers at About.com Cars.

2007 Toyota Corolla
With a new version looming on the horizon for 2008, the 2007 Toyota Corolla could be said to be in the autumn of its years, lagging behind its rivals on style and standard safety kit. But that doesn't mean you should discount the 2007 Toyota Corolla: It's surprisingly powerful and wonderfully economical, it knows its way around a windy road, and it's built like the proverbial brick outhouse. 2007 Toyota Corolla: Tested by Aaron Gold, your Guide to Cars at About.com.

2008 BMW 1-series side view
2008 BMW 1-series side view

2007 Hyundai Accent hatchback
2007 Hyundai Accent hatchback

Best cars for moms
Who says motherhood demands a minivan or big SUV? Here are ten cars that are perfect for moms, with lots of family-friendly features that mothers everywhere will approve of.

2008 Lexus IS-F interior
2008 Lexus IS-F interior

Chevrolet Camaro concept rear
Chevrolet Camaro concept rear end detail

2006 Pontiac G6 dash
2006 Pontiac G6 GT convertible dashboard

2007 VW Passat Wagon 3
2007 VW Passat Wagon 3.6 interior

2008 Dodge Viper ACR @ LAAS07
2008 Dodge Viper SRT-10 ACR LAAS07

2007 Chevrolet Aveo Sedan
2007 Chevrolet Aveo Sedan

2007 Lexus IS250 interior
2007 Lexus IS250 interior

2007 Audi A4 Cabriolet
2007 Audi A4 Cabriolet

2008 Ferrari F430 at LAAS07
2008 Ferrari F430 LAAS07

2007 Nissan Sentra test drive
A complete redesign for 2007 transforms the Nissan Sentra from one of the dullest cars in its class to one of the most spectacular. Bigger inside than most of its rivals, the new 2007 Nissan Sentra offers mid-size space in a compact body, and the Nissan Sentra's optional CVT transmission holds the promise of better fuel economy than a manual with the convenience of an automatic. Read on to learn how the Nissan Sentra works in the real world. Reviewed by Aaron Gold, Guide to Cars at About.com.

2007 Nissan NISMO 350Z
2007 Nissan NISMO 350Z

Cadillac SLS
Cadillac SLS

CVT - What it is, how it works
What is a Continuously Variable Transmission (or CVT), how does it work, and what makes the Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) superior to a conventional automatic transmission? This article explains, in simple terms, what the Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) is and how it works. By Aaron Gold, your Guide to Cars at About.com.

2007 Nissan Altima
It's been eight years since Nissan moved the Altima into the big leagues in terms of styling, size and performance. By car standards, that's an eternity -- and yet the previous version of the Altima seemed as fresh and new in '06 as it did in '99. If I was Nissan, I'd be reluctant to change the Nissan Altima, too. But change it they have, and the new Nissan Altima is an excellent example of keeping the good and upgrading the not-so-good. Tested by Aaron Gold, your Guide to Cars at About.com.

Volkswagen- New for 2009
What's coming to the Volkswagen lineup in 2009 and beyond. Includes changes to new 2009 and 2010 VW cars and future cars including the VW Golf, GTI, R32, Jetta, Passat, Rabbit, and New Beetle.

2007 Jaguar XK Convertible
2007 Jaguar XK Convertible

2007 MINI Cooper
2007 MINI Cooper

2007 E-Class E63 AMG
2007 Mercedes E-Class E63 AMG

2007 Dodge Viper convertible
2007 Dodge Viper convertible

2007 Mazda 3 S Sedan
Introduced in 2004, the Mazda 3 quickly earned a reputation as the most fun-to-drive car in the compact class. But 2007 brings a host of redesigned competitors, and class standards are moving up. How does the 2007 Mazda 3 compare to the competition? Read on. Mazda 3 S Touring sedan: Tested by Aaron Gold, your Guide to Cars at About.com.

Camaro concept and classic
Chevrolet Camaro concept with a classic Camaro

2008 Chevrolt Cobalt SS
I just love the fact that certain cars inspire passion. It's easy to picture a passionate Lamborghini owner; a passionate Porsche owner; even a passionate Corvette owner. Can you picture an owner who is passionate about their Cobalt? I met a few when I drove the new 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt SS. Would they be able to recruit me into their fold? Read on. Tested by Jason Fogelson, one of the expert test drivers at About.com Cars.

2007 Toyota Prius interior
2007 Toyota Prius interior

2008 Audi S5
2008 Audi S5

2007 Ford Mustang GT interior
2007 Ford Mustang GT interior

2009 Toyota Corolla S int
2009 Toyota Corolla S interior

2008 BMW M3 Coupe @ LAAS07
2008 BMW M3 Coupe LAAS07

Accord concept rear view
Honda Accord Coupe concept rear view

2007 Hyundai Tiburon
2007 Hyundai Tiburon

2006 Volkswagen Jetta TDI
The 2006 Volkswagen Jetta TDI asks: Why go hybrid when a diesel like the Jetta TDI can do the job as well, at less cost and with less complexity? Volkswagen isn't reluctant to put you to the test, offering the 2006 Jetta TDI. The 2006 Volkswagen Jetta TDI: Tested, analyzed, driven and reviewed by Philip Powell, one of the experts at About Cars.

Affordable Softtops
It isn't necessary to mortgage the farm for the pleasure of driving a convertible. Here are 10 fun-to-drive softtops that won't break your bank account.

2008 BMW 5-series
2008 BMW 5-series

2008 C63 AMG instrument panel
2008 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG instrument panel

2008 Audi R8 right-front view
2008 Audi R8 right-front view

2007 PT Cruiser Conv interior
2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser Convertible interior

2007 Honda Civic Si sedan
The 2007 Honda Civic Si sedan is one of the hottest family-friendly compact cars on the market. With 197 horsepower, an 8,000 RPM redline, a rock-solid suspension and a very reasonable price ($21,885 base, $23,835 as tested), the 2007 Honda Civic Civic Si sedan looks like a winner on paper. How does the 2007 Honda Civic Si sedan work in real life? Read on. 2007 Honda Civic Si sedan: Tested by Aaron Gold, Guide to Cars at About.com.

2008 Lamborghini Reventon dash
2008 Lamborghini Reventon dashboard

2008 Civic MUGEN Si interior
2008 Honda Civic MUGEN Si interior

2007 Toyota Yaris S Sedan
Most people buy a cheap car because it's cheap. In the case of the 2007 Toyota Yaris S Sedan, there are so many good reasons to buy this car that the inexpensive price and low running costs are just icing on the cake. What makes the 2007 Toyota Yaris S so appealing? Read on. Base price $13,905, $16,355 as tested, EPA mileage estimates 34 MPG city/40 MPG highway. 2007 Toyota Yaris S: Test drive and new car review by Aaron Gold, your Guide to Cars at About.com.

Best of 2008: The also-rans
Not the Best New Cars of 2008 -- Which cars didn't make the list, and why

2008 Volkswagen Rabbit
With a power increase to 170 horses from a naturally-aspirated 2.5 liter five, the 2008 Volkswagen Rabbit is not your average economy car. Well-equipped, well-built, family-friendly yet fun to drive, the 2008 Rabbit is the Volkswagen you've been waiting for. 2008 Volkswagen Rabbit: Reviewed by Philip Powell, one of the expert test drivers at About.com Cars.

2009 Nissan GT-R front LAAS07
2009 Nissan GT-R front view LAAS07

The Truth About Hybrids
Just in case you're wondering what a hybrid car is, or means to most drivers, this simple explanation from the auto editors at About Cars will put your mind at ease. Caution: It may also cause you to become enthusiastic about owning one.

2007 Mazda 3 rear view
2007 Mazda 3 rear view

2007 Hyundai Tiburon interior
2007 Hyundai Tiburon interior

2007 BMW 3-srs coupe interior
2007 BMW 3-series coupe interior

2008 Audi S5 coupe rear view
2008 Audi S5 coupe rear view

2006 Mazda 5 interior
2006 Mazda 5 interior

Mercury Cougar
Mercury Cougar

2009 Audi A4 rear view
2009 Audi A4 red rear view

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer
With fuel prices showing no signs of abating, automakers are lining up to introduce new compact sedans that -- they hope -- will give them an edge in the marketplace. Lastest in line is Mitsubishi with their all-new 2008 Lancer. The Mitsubishi Lancer comes to the table with a unique look, an innovative automatic transmission, a base price of $14,615 (two models reviewed, priced at $18,115 and $22,615). Reviewed by Aaron Gold, your Guide to Cars at About.com.

2007 Suzuki SX4
Small in size, cheap in price, and long on features, the all-new Suzuki SX4 gives small cars from Korea and Japan a run for their money. The Suzuki SX4 delivers space, safety, value, a long warranty and a high-fun-to-drive factor, and all-wheel-drive at an uynbelievably inexpensive price. The catch? Fuel economy isn't so good. The 2007 Suzuki SX4: Tested and analyzed by Aaron Gold, one of the experts at About.com Cars.

2007 Dodge Caliber
2007 Dodge Caliber

Chevrolet Captiva
Chevrolet Captiva

Audi RS6 Avant interior
Audi RS6 Avant interior

BMW - New for 2009
What's coming to the BMW lineup in 2009 and beyond. Includes changes to new 2009 and 2010 BMW cars and future cars including the 3-series (328, 335), 5-series, 6-series, 7-series, M3, M5, M6, X3, X5, X6 and Z4.

Chevrolet Spark
Chevrolet Spark

2007 Mazdaspeed 3
The 2007 Mazdaspeed3 delivers the most fun available in a front-wheel drive vehicle since the original VW GTI. The 2007 Mazdaspeed3 is a hatchback (5-door) with performance refinements that raise it way above the car that it is based on, in this case the Mazda3. The Mazdaspeed3 carries Mazda's standard 3 year/36,000 mile warranty, and base prices will start at just $22,240. EPA estimates 20/28.Tested, analyzed and reviewed by Jason Fogelson, one of the experts at About.com Cars.

2008 Mercedes-benz CLK63 AMG
2008 Mercedes-benz CLK63 AMG "Black Series"

2007 Mazda 3 interior
2007 Mazda 3 interior

2008 Lancer Evo side view
2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution side view

Chevrolet Camaro Conv Concept
Chevrolet Camaro Convertible concept

2008 Audi S5 coupe front view
2008 Audi S5 coupe front view

2008 Mercedes-Benz CL65 AMG
2008 Mercedes-Benz CL65 AMG

Deals on Wheels
To me, getting a good deal on a car means more than just getting a low price. It means getting more of what you want, whether "more" means more performance, more comfort, more space, or more gadgets and goodies. This list contains ten cars that I think represent the best bargains on today's automotive market.

Top Ten Cars to Give as Gifts
Want to give your loved one a car as a gift? Here's a list of the ten best cars to give as gifts, with links to test drives and new car reviews from Aaron Gold and the experts at About.com Cars.

Hyundai Genesis concept
Hyundai Genesis concept

2009 Toyota Corolla XRS rear
2009 Toyota Corolla XRS rear view

2009 Pontiac Vibe
Pontiac's Vibe is all-new for 2009. Though the wedge-shaped roofline and 5-door "wagonette" body style hark back to the first-generation Vibe, the new Vibe is an up-to-date package that's strong on safety, practicality and versatility. As you can tell, I really liked this car -- read on to find out why. Price range(including options) $15,895 to $23,230, EPA fuel economy estimates 20-26 city, 26-32 highway. 2009 Pontiac Vibe: Tested and reviewed by Aaron Gold, your Guide to Cars at About.com.

1969 Dodge Charger R/T photo
1969 Dodge Charger R/T

2009 Toyota Corolla
Now in its 10th iteration, the Toyota Corolla has become an icon on American roads, a symbol of simplicity and practicality. While other compact sedans have sought to differentiate themselves, the new 2009 Toyota Corolla treads in the footsteps of its predecessors. Did Toyota make the right move by giving us more of the same? Read on. Tested by Aaron Gold, your Guide to Cars at About.com.

2008 Audi A5 coupe rear view
2008 Audi A5 coupe rear view

2007 Toyota Camry
The 2007 Toyota Camry is a total redesign of the best-selling car in America. The 2007 Toyota Camry will be available in five grades: CE, LE, XLE, SE and Hybrid. Does the 2007 Toyota Camry have what it takes to remain on top? 2007 Toyota Camry: Analyzed, tested and reviewed by Jason Fogelson, one of the expert test drivers at About Cars.

2009 Toyota Corolla XRS
In my review of the 2009 Toyota Corolla, I sang the praises of the new version of Toyota’s compact sedan. After driving the regular Corolla, I spent a week with the subject of this test drive, the hot-rod XRS version, which has a bigger engine (2.4 liters and 158 horsepower instead of 1.8 liters and 132 hp), a “sport-tuned” suspension, and lots of racy styling cues. So how does the 2009 Toyota Corolla XRS work as a sport-compact? Read on. Tested by Aaron Gold, your Guide to Cars at About.com.

VW Diesels Powerful and Clean
Europeans are light years ahead of America when it comes to diesel development. Powerful new 2004 VW diesels are the avant garde of a clean air revolution.

2007 Volkswagen Eos dashboard
2007 Volkswagen Eos dashboard

2008 C300 Luxury interior
2008 Mercedes-Benz C300 Luxury interior

Ford Sierra Cosworth
Ford Sierra Cosworth

2007 Lexus IS350 interior
2007 Lexus IS350 interior

2008 Lancer ES subwoofer
2008 Mitsubishi Lancer ES subwoofer

2007 Pontiac G5 GT rear view
2007 Pontiac G5 GT rear view

2008 Audi TT Roadster interior
2008 Audi TT Roadster interior

2007 Audi A3 2.0T S-line
The 2007 Audi A3 2.0T S-line is a rarity in America: A compact sport-luxury car. In a country where bigger is better, the 2007 Audi A3 2.0T S-line dares to offer high-end amenities and German cachet in a package that is fuel-efficient, space-efficient, and family friendly. How well does the 2007 Audi A3 2.0T S-line work? Read this test drive and new car review by Aaron Gold, one of the experts at About.com Cars.

2007 Chrysler 300 LW
2007 Chrysler 300 long-wheelbase

Honda - New for 2009
What's coming to the Honda lineup in 2009 and beyond. Includes changes to new 2009 and 2010 Honda cars and future cars including the Accord, Civic, CR-V, Element, Fit, Odyssey, Pilot, Ridgeline, S2000, FCX, hybrids and diesels.

2007 MINI Cooper S interior
2007 MINI Cooper S interior

2008 MINI Cooper Clubman
You'd think a test drive of the Clubman would be pretty simple -- after all, the Cooper Clubman is simply an extended-length version of the MINI Cooper. Like the regular Cooper, the Clubman is available in regular and S models, the S with a more powerful turbocharged engine. It prioritizes the fun-to-drive factor above everything else (notably comfort and cargo space). So why am I having such a hard time writing this review? Read on. Tested by Aaron Gold, your Guide to Cars at About.com.

Lexus LF-A concept
Lexus LF-A concept

2008 Honda Accord LX interior
2008 Honda Accord LX-P Sedan interior

2008 Smart Fortwo Conv top up
2008 Smart Fortwo Convertible top up

2008 Ford Shelby GT500KR
2008 Ford Shelby GT500KR

Chevrolet Optra Hatchback
Chevrolet Optra Hatchback

2008 MINI Clubman interior
2008 MINI Cooper Clubman interior

Modern Muscle
The real muscle car era is long gone but by expanding the definition to include imports, V-6's, front-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive, we've come up with a list of modern cars just loaded with muscle. An About Cars Top 10 Pick.

2004 Acura TL Test
It looks Italian and performs like a GT car but the 2004 Acura TL offers up a handful of torque steer under full throttle. Tested, analysed, and reviewed by the expert road testers at About Cars.

2009 BMW X6 cargo bay
2009 BMW X6 cargo bay

2008 BMW 1-series rear view
2008 BMW 1-series rear view

2008 Honda Accord EX-L int
2008 Honda Accord EX-L sedan interior

2008 Civic Si Mugen body kit
2008 Honda Civic Si Mugen body kit

2007 Super Bee front view
2007 Dodge Charger SRT8 Super Bee front view

Ford Focus Coupe-Cabriolet
Ford Focus Coupe-Cabriolet

2008 Audi A5 coupe front view
2008 Audi A5 coupe front view

Chevrolet Vectra
Chevrolet Vectra

K&N Air Filters
K&N says their reuseable air filter can save on costs and pollution. How well does it work? The experts at About.com Cars have the answer.

Ford S-MAX
Ford S-MAX

2008 Chevrolet Malibu
The all-new 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is General Motors' latest attempt to take on the Toyota Camry, Nissan Altima and Honda Accord in the race for mid-size sales. Sharply styled, strong on safety, and with a particular emphasis on a quiet, refined ride, the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu has the tools -- but does it have the talent? Read on. 2008 Chevrolet Malibu: Tested and reviewed by Aaron Gold, your Guide to Cars at About.com.

2007 Toyota Prius wheel
2007 Toyota Prius wheel

Mazda Ryuga concept
Mazda Ryuga concept

2007 BMW 3-Series coupe
2007 BMW 3-Series coupe

2005 Volkswagen Passat TDI
The Volkswagen Passat TDI is a big, comfortable, powerful car that gets 30+ MPG. If you don't think that's possible, then you haven't driven a modern turbodiesel. While many hybrid owners have been disappointed with fuel economy, the Volkswagen Passat TDI delivers on its promised EPA mileage figures of 27 city/38 highway. Tested, reviewed and analyzed by the expert road testers at About Cars.

2007 Volvo S60
2007 Volvo S60

Acura - New for 2009
What's coming to the Acura lineup in 2009 and beyond. Includes changes to new 2009 and 2010 Acura cars and future cars including the TL, TSX and RL.

2009 BMW X6 right-front view
2009 BMW X6 right-front view

Audi - New for 2009
What's coming to the Audi lineup in 2009 and beyond. Includes changes to new 2009 and 2010 Audi cars and future cars including the A4, S4, A5, S5, A6, S6, A8, S8, TT, TTS and R8.

2009 Mitsubishi Lancer GTS
Seems we just finished reviewing the all-new 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, and already they've introduced an improved 2009 version. The changes affect the Lancer GTS, the racy top-of-the-line model, which gets a bigger engine -- 2.4 liters versus 2.0 for DE and ES models and last year's GTS. Outside, the boy-racer mini-Evo theme continues with a body kit and big trunk spoiler. Does the new engine make the Lancer GTS a true sportser? Read on. Tested by Aaron Gold, your Guide to Cars at About.com.

2007 Toyota Prius dashboard
2007 Toyota Prius dashboard