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It’s been a quick three months with my new 2011 Ford F-150 Lariat, and for a refresher on my impression of it, see the review I wrote on it. In the past quarter, I’ve logged over 3,600 miles, virtually worry-free. Read on for what’s been happening with my F-150.
Continue reading ‘Owner’s Log: 2011 Ford F-150 Lariat (10/2011 – 1/2012)’
Phil’s had his 2010 Nissan Maxima for 18 months now, and is still pleased with his purchase. During this last reporting period, he had a scheduled maintenance check-up done. Read on for Phil’s experience in the last quarter.
Note: From now on, updates from MaximumPhil will be made on a semi-annual basis.
Continue reading ‘Owner’s Log: MaximumPhil’s 2010 Nissan Maxima, Update 6′
Ford’s Fusion, which debuted in the 2006 model year, was a big milestone for Ford. It marked the beginning of a turnaround for Ford’s car division, which lost its way after the much-lauded Taurus became a dinosaur in the mid-sized sedan market. Since the Taurus/Five Hundred had moved up to the full-size sedan market, a new mid-sized sedan was called for, especially one which would be competitive against offerings from Honda and Toyota. The Fusion has been a great success, especially since its 2010 refresh, and for 2013, Ford is pulling out all the stops with its redesign. Continue reading for details, pictures and Ford’s press release.
Continue reading ‘Detroit 2012: Ford Announces 2013 Fusion’
Originally, this update was going to be for just the last quarter, but a delay in finishing it means it’ll be the final update for my 2010 Nissan Maxima. As of October 19th, I no longer own it. I’ve traded it in on a 2011 Ford F-150 Lariat EcoBoost, the review of which you’ll see here on Road Reality soon. Read on for the last review of my Maxima.
Continue reading ‘Owner’s Log: 2010 Nissan Maxima, Update 6 (Final)’
Phil’s had his 2010 Nissan Maxima for 15 months now, and from his own words, it’s been a good time. A recent road trip with his wife resulted in some pretty good gas mileage. Read on for Phil’s experience in the last quarter.
Continue reading ‘Owner’s Log: MaximumPhil’s 2010 Maxima Update 5′
For 2011, Ford released its first full redesign of its storied Explorer since the 2002 update. It’s no longer truck-based, instead owing parts of its underpinnings to Volvo, Ford and Lincoln vehicles. Yet, it rides up high, has 3 rows of seating, a “terrain management” knob for all 4 of its driven wheels, which puts it in the CUV/SUV category. Read on for my driving impressions of Ford’s new Explorer.
Continue reading ‘Test Drive: 2011 Ford Explorer Limited 4WD’
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