MotorMouths

The SLK350 was already a good handler, and Mercedes-Benz has improved it to the point where it is now a “driver’s car”, not a “chick car.”

No longer are Hyundais appealing primarily because of their rational low price and high feature content. With the introduction of the Sonata, Hyundai has shown that it can inject passion into a point A-to-point B family sedan.

Lexus continues to improve the LS 460 with additions in technology and aesthetics. Now into the seventh year of this particular design, we think this latest refresh managed to keep up with, but not exceed, the market.

Perfect for urban and suburban adventures alike, the Audi Allroad offers great utility and capabilities for a day where the wild things are.

With a refined interior and great road feel, the 2012 Hyundai Accent raises the bar in a segment that only recently was about as pleasant as the flight home from Las Vegas after a night of partying.

The redesigned BMW X3 womps its predecessor in every way, including ride, handling, power, and equipment. It even trumps it in price by lopping around $2,100 off of the old model. For once, BMW appears to have a hit on its hands that will resonate with North American buyers.

For those desiring a reasonably priced, large luxury car that shows you’ve arrived without maxing out your oil company credit card, the Mercedes–Benz S400 Hybrid has you covered.

Ford’s legendary Boss 302 Mustang is back, and although not perfect, still manages to get most things right.

With the new Azera, Hyundai have created a vehicle that is truly aspirational, and manages to trump its competition from a value to price ratio, at nearly every turn.

Infiniti finally sits shoulder-to-shoulder with the best techno-sleds of Europe and Asia. By focusing on craftsmanship, but not forgetting the smaller G37’s fun-to-drive attitude, Infiniti has finally given the M the credibility to stand on its own.

Looking like one of the largest trucks on the planet, the Heavy Duty Ram Truck plows through with in-your-face styling and capabilities that continue to improve the Dodge brand.

The Cadillac XTS leaps to the head of the brand’s product line offering loyalists what may be their last large sedan. At the same time, it should attract a new breed of buyer who get drawn in with the allure of high-tech luxury.