Remember what the older Volkswagen Beetles used to look like? In the following commercial, aired in June of 1972, the VW Beetle is put to the test as a stuntman is hired to drive an orange VW beetle into the Long Island Sound.
The point of this action is to prove just how solid of a vehicle the VW Beetle is. It is only because of the quality of the VW Beetle that it is able to float above the water for an extended period of time without sinking (although it is not going to float forever!).
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In the following video, Edmunds Inside Line takes a closer look at the 2011 Cadillac CTS Coupe by taking it on the roads as well as down to the track for some testing.
If you’re already familiar with the Cadillac line of vehicles, then you immediately recognize the 2011 Cadillac CTS Coupe as being one of the most aggressive-looking designs that Cadillac has put forth, and it doesn’t disappoint. With a flat, planed body design, it definitely appears as though this coupe was built for speed and handling on the roadways.
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In the following video, Edmunds Inside Line reviews the 2010 Callaway Camaro SSLS3 at the track.
For starters, one of the cool features of this vehicle is that it can go from zero to 60 miles per hour in just 4.4 seconds. On a second attempt, the Camaro SSLS3 goes from zero to 60 miles per hour in 4.1 seconds without rollout. It later covers a quarter of a mile on the track in 12.3 seconds at top speeds of 118.4 miles per hour.
Overall, I would say that this is a pretty nice ride. However, the only question remaining is:
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For those of us who have grown up with the Corvette, we have no doubt seen the transition it has made over the years both in body style as well as improved performance. In the following video by Edmunds Inside Line, the 2010 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 is put to the test in order to see how it actually performs once it hits the pavement.
Keep in mind that these tests are performed by professionals on closed roads, so don’t try to attempt your own “test performances” on your own. Also keep in mind that if you are interested in purchasing a Read the Rest…

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While General Motors (GM) may have not gotten the best reputation over the last couple of years, it seems as if they may be making a slight comeback with the Chevrolet Volt, which opened to a fairly warm reception. In the following video, Kelley Blue Book (KBB) conducts an in-depth review of the Volt as well as when you can expect the 2011 model to come out.
KBB had the following to say about the Volt,
For a car that’s still not for available for sale, it feels like we’ve been hearing about the Chevrolet Volt for forever. Years worth of rumors, Read the Rest…

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In the following video, the folks over at Kelley Blue Book (KBB) take a closer look at the 2010 Infiniti G37 Convertible. According to KBB,
…both sedan and coupe iterations, the Infiniti G has been a strong performer for Nissan’s luxury division. Building on that success, Infiniti has introduced a convertible version of the G37, featuring two doors and a retractable hard top. Recently, the KBB offices were graced with a G37 Convertible for an extended three-month loan. In this video Kelley Blue Book’s Leigh Anne Sessions wraps up our time with this drop top, cataloguing the plusses and minuses and Read the Rest…

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According to Cars.com, the Honda Civic is the second best selling car from Honda and is the sixth popular vehicle in the United States so far this year.
So, what makes this vehicle stand out above the rest? Honda has long been known as one of the top car manufacturers when it comes to selling vehicles that are not only of high quality but are built to last. Besides this, Hondas (especially the Civic model) are notorious for getting great gas mileage, which is a huge draw for most people since the vast majority of people have to commute quite a Read the Rest…

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If someone were to go rummaging through your vehicle right now, what sorts of things would they find? In the following video, Cars.com hits the streets to ask everyday people what sorts of weird things they have found in their cars.
From missing cell phones to food still in the wrappers to pop tarts, there seems to be no end to the list of weird, bizarre and often disgusting things that people allow to accumulate in their vehicles. As a side note, remember that when you are transporting your vehicle with a car shipping company, you always want to make sure Read the Rest…

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In the following review by Cars.com, this 2010 Audi R8 5.2 is definitely a car for those who feel the need for speed but who still want to retain a little bit more class.
Complete with a V10 engine, the 2010 Audi R8 5.2 competes with the Lamborghini Gallardo and Porsche 911 Turbo and rightly so. The vehicle comes standard with ‘parking assistance’ which means that is has a backup camera. Backup cameras are great for those of us who have trouble gauging where the curbs are in parking lots. This is a feature that has quickly become more popular in many Read the Rest…

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The 2011 BMW 550i is a beautiful vehicle (if you can afford it!). For the auto enthusiast who likes class mixed with a little bit of a sporty edge, the 2011 BMW 550i has it all. In the following video, Cars.com, reviews the BMW.
Some of the features that still need improvement are things such as leg room in the car, especially for passengers who are seated in the rear seats. For those who are worried about driving their vehicle long distance, or for those who are moving/relocating, this is definitely one vehicle that you will want to ship using some Read the Rest…

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