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Anthony’s Analytics: 2022 Volkswagen Arteon SEL R-Line 4Motion

by Anthony Fongaro – Photos via Volkswagon- 10/24/2022 Back in 2008, Volkswagen created what I would say is one of its best-looking vehicles. It was the Passat CC, later renamed as the

2024 Volkswagen Taos SEL 4Motion

A few years ago, Volkswagen introduced its smallest SUV, the Taos. I then tested a mid-spec SE with front-wheel Drive and an eight-speed automatic transmission. This time, the top-of-the-line SEL with all-wheel

2023 Toyota Prius Prime XSE

by Anthony Fongaro – photos via Toyota– 06/30/2023 Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Since its introduction, the Toyota Prius was known for being an efficient hatchback, and screw traditional styling!

The Non-Plethora of Wagons

by Anthony Fongaro If there is one type of vehicle that us Americans adore, it’s SUVs. It doesn’t matter the size, SUVs have become the most dominant segment. This trend doesn’t look

by Anthony Fongaro

4 years ago

Less About Options, More About Styling

by Anthony Fongaro Styling is very important for a vehicle. Sometimes, you want to show that your truck or SUV looks tough, even if they’ll never go off-road. Other times, luxury touches

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4 years ago

The Best Hatchback For Under $40K

by Anthony Fongaro I love a good hatchback. They offer added practicality with driving dynamics and options similar to their sedan counterparts. Like I said when I talked about wagons, hatchbacks are

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5 years ago

A Diesel Truck for Most Situations

by Anthony Fongaro – 08/03/2020 When you look at certain vehicles, you know exactly who the audience is. Take a look at the Toyota Supra or Porsche 911, which are built for the

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5 years ago

Performance Sedan or Performance Hatch?

by Anthony Fongaro When it comes to affordable performance sedans and hatchbacks, Volkswagen has us covered. I did a Quick Drive of the 2020 Volkswagen Jetta GLI and was surprised at just

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5 years ago

Quick Drive: 2020 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio AWD

by Anthony Fongaro I’ve been a fan of Alfa Romeo for a long time. When FCA decided to bring back Alfa Romeo to the United States, I was quite happy. Eventually, they

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5 years ago

How I Would Spec It: 2021 Mercedes-AMG CLA45

by Anthony Fongaro Beyond creating niches within niches, automakers make sure that cars literally have no competition. Want a luxury wagon? You have about two to three choices now. Convertibles are also

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5 years ago

First Drive: 2020 Jeep Gladiator

by Anthony Fongaro – 07/06/2020 The world of mid-size pickup trucks can do almost any job that a full-size truck can. People are hauling, towing, or using their trucks as family vehicles. For

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5 years ago

Spec Sheets: 2020 Volvo XC40

by Anthony Fongaro The plethora of sub-compact SUVs is on the rise. For around $20,000, you can get a Korean or Japanese brand with them range-topping trim levels priced around $30,000. Premium

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5 years ago

A Few Minor And Major Updates

Automakers, like the rest of the world, have to be competitive. Refreshed and all-new vehicles help automakers keep competitive while offering modern products to consumers. Some automakers wait longer than others to

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5 years ago