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The value equation is a bit tricky here, because while there's nothing out-and-out horrible about this car, I just can't imagine actually desiring one. You'd be delighted if someone up and gave you the Malibu Turbo, but if that same generous somebody gave you the cash, I really doubt this would be the car anyone in the Jaloposphere would pick. … [Read more...] about 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Turbo: The Jalopnik Review

That is why I left the car in Eco mode. Because it wouldn't allow the motor to run as high in the rev range, therefore the noise would not make me suicidal. A manual six-speed gearbox is available in the base, rental car/pond dweller model. But even if you are a dingy, swamp inhabitant, you won't find it performs much better. It's horrendously notchy and feels like it's made out of cardboard. … [Read more...] about 2013 Nissan Sentra: The Jalopnik Review

And when it comes to beauty, my stanced 2005 Baja Turbo carries way more of it - literally and figuratively - than a brand new, 2016 STI. Yes, frankly, the whole truck still needs to get painted and (with the wheels on) has more camber in the rear of my car than on the ankles of a pack of drunks walking through The Meat Packing District, but the attention it continues to receive has been incredible. … [Read more...] about My Stanced And Bagged 2005 Subaru Baja Is Almost As Awesome As A 2016 WRX STI

The engine is nestled behind the driver and the interior is semi-stripped out; there are race seats and a racing wheel, but also the infotainment screen and climate control vents remain. If not for the noise from the engine and the harness, you’d almost think you were in a regular car. Almost. … [Read more...] about What It’s Like To Drive A Wild 390-HP Mid-Engine RWD Hatchback From Hyundai

All that effortless power, flowing just to the rear axle, and the F-Type SVR was alive underneath my hands. A driver’s car. Barely controllable, but controllable enough to make you feel like a hero. Next time we stop, the system resets, and it’s back to normal. The moment is lost, like tire smoke in the clouds. … [Read more...] about The Jaguar F-Type SVR Is A 575 Horsepower Screaming Track Day Lunatic