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Highlight: The Toyota 4Runner and the GX 460 are based on the same platform.   Test vehicle’s MSRP: $62,785 (Base Price $50,410)   Seating Capacity: 7   Standard Safety Features: airbags; daytime running lights; LED headlights; ABS; an automatic dimming interior mirror; a stability control system; a trailer sway control system; a downhill assist control […]

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Highlights: The new midsize truck returns to the segment dropping its awkward 5-cylinder engine for an all-new fuel-efficient 4-cylinder and 6-cylinder engine. A new turbo diesel engine is slated to join the mix for the 2016 model year. Chevy has a version of the truck, too. It’s known as the Colorado.   Test vehicle’s MSRP: […]

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Highlights: The 2014 model celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Mustang. For the 2013 model year, the 444-horsepower Boss 302 has been discontinued. Gas conscious consumers will appreciate the fact that this mass market sports car does not require premium fuel. Test vehicle’s MSRP: $40,825 (Base GT Model starts at $31,695) Seating Capacity: 4 Standard […]

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Highlights: Lexus flagship sedan has been reworked for the 2013 model year, offering a sportier flair. The LS is still based off of the 2006 platform, which was the last time the vehicle was totally redesigned. Test vehicle’s MSRP: $86,875 (Base LS starts at $72,885) Seating Capacity:  5 Standard Safety Features: airbags (driver, front, side, […]

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Wil James is the key driver to making sure that Toyota builds reliable vehicles in North America. James oversees what some would consider a small city, Toyota’s largest automotive assembly plant in North America. James, who serves as president of Toyota Motor Manufacturing in Georgetown, Kentucky, is the first and only African American to serve […]