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Product Review: Key Fob Jacket from TheJacketStore.com

Published on September 13, 2010 in Product Review. 0 Comments Tags: 2010, fob, jacket, key, keyfob, Maxima, Nissan, product, review, rubber, silicone, sleeve, thejacketstore.com.

Key fobs have been around a fairly long time, used for remote locking, unlocking and in some cases, starting your vehicle. In the case of my 2010 Nissan Maxima, the key fob is it – there is no traditional key. Combined with push-button start, it makes a very convenient way to unlock, enter and start your car, all with the key still in your pocket. The only problem is when the automaker doesn’t recess the buttons on the fob, which can allow them to be accidentally pushed while the fob is still in your pocket. Thanks to the members of the Maxima.org forums, I found TheJacketStore.com‘s rubber key fob jacket. Read on for my review of their product.

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KBB Awards for Best Reader Car Review

Published on July 16, 2010 in Fun Stuff. 0 Comments Tags: 2000, 2001, 2004, Corolla, Forester, KBB, Passat, Reader, review, Subaru, Toyota, Volkswagen, Winner.

In a recent contest, Kelly Blue Book (KBB) challenged its readers to come up with the best car review, and the results are in. The winner is Clark Olson Media for the review of his 2000 Toyota Corolla. Runners up include Joel Moss Levinson and his 2001 Volkswagen Passat and Patrick Latimer with his 2004 Subaru Forester. Click past the jump to see the videos.

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Review: 2010 Nissan Maxima SV w/Premium and Tech Packages

Published on June 25, 2010 in Reviews. 0 Comments Tags: 2010, Maxima, Nissan, Premium, review, SV, Tech.

Over the past few generations of Nissan’s sedans, the Altima and Maxima, a lot of people have started to wonder why both continue to be built. Whereas the Maxima used to be a bigger sedan than the Altima, it had actually become smaller. Then a redesign of the Maxima in 2004 made it bigger again, but it lost some of the sporty demeanor it has been known for. In 2009, Nissan redesigned the Maxima again, this time trying to get back to its 4-Door Sports Car (4DSC) roots. Smaller than its predecessor, but wearing much more sculpted sheetmetal, how does the new Maxima drive? Read on for my impression.

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Review: 2010 Ford Flex SE

Published on December 21, 2009 in Reviews. 0 Comments Tags: 2010, crossover, Flex, Ford, review, SE, SYNC.

Now in its second year of production, the aptly named Ford Flex fits two voids in Ford’s lineup – it’s both a minivan and crossover. The former term is a dirty word in the automotive marketplace these days, unlike the latter, which usually includes all-wheel drive vehicles, sized like SUVs but closer to the ground. While it may not be as tall as full-size SUVs, it surely provides the same amount of room, if not more. So how does the Flex drive and execute its duties? Read on to find out.

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Review: 2010 Ford F-150

Published on December 7, 2009 in Reviews. 0 Comments Tags: 2010, F-150, Ford, lariat, review, supercrew, truck.

Ford’s new 2010 F-150 is a direct shot at the recently redesigned Chevrolet and GMC trucks, as well as the new Dodge Ram. I have yet to review the Chevy or Dodge, but the F-150 impresses. For the last 15 years or so, American drivers have been switching from cars to trucks in droves, using them for more than just work. Automotive manufacturers have responded by adding more and more and more creature comforts and giving them more car-like rides. The fuel price spike in 2008 sent a lot of these buyers scrambling for hybrids and compacts, but many American drivers still need their trucks, and Ford has stepped up to the plate with a more refined ride and a redesigned interior. Ford hopes to keep truck buyers in the Ford family, as well as draw shoppers from competing brands (GM, Dodge and Toyota) with the new F-150, but have they created a compelling vehicle to keep the F-150 on top of the truck heap?

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Review: 2010 Chrysler 300 Touring

Published on November 30, 2009 in Reviews. 1 Comment Tags: 2010, 300, Chrysler, Chrysler 300, review, sedan, Touring.

The Chrysler 300 started its life in 2005, the successor to the 300M and Concorde. At the time, Daimler-Benz had controlling interest in Chrysler, so they donated the Mercedes-Benz E Class’ underpinnings. The Chrysler 300 was most noted for its exterior styling, reminiscent of the “gangster” cars from the 1930′s and 1940′s, with it’s “gun slit” windows, long hood and trunk. Since its introduction, the Chrysler 300 has yet to see a major refresh, only receiving minor styling, interior and engine modifications. How has the design of the 300 dated since it was first put on sale? Read on to find out.

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