
George Kennedy
From open-wheel racecars to specialty off-road vehicles, George Kennedy has driven it all. A career automotive journalist, George has been a contributor, editor, and/or producer at some of the most respected publications and outlets, including Consumer Reports, the Boston Globe, Boston Magazine, Autoblog.com, Hemmings Classic Wheels, BoldRide.com, the Providence Journal, and WheelsTV.
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2019 Honda Civic Preview
by George Kennedy
Say the phrase “compact car,” and what’s the first vehicle to come to mind? There’s a good chance it’s either a Toyota Coroll...
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2019 Honda Civic Coupe Preview
by George Kennedy
We ask compact cars to do a pretty straightforward job: provide affordable, reliable transportation. For years, these vehicle...
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2019 Mazda CX-9 Preview
by George Kennedy
The midsize, three-row SUV market offers variety to shoppers. The number of options can be overwhelming, but it also gives sh...
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2019 Kia Sedona Preview
by George Kennedy
Forget muscle cars and full-size trucks, minivans are one of the most competitive among new cars. This increased competition ...
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2019 Toyota Yaris Preview
by George Kennedy
The 2019 Toyota Yaris proves that small, economical cars don’t have to be boring. The Yaris is a sharp, modern subcompact sed...
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2019 Hyundai Veloster N Preview
by George Kennedy
As the brand continues to grow, Hyundai has successfully split off Genesis into its own luxury entity, and to continue this t...
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2019 Hyundai Tucson Preview
by George Kennedy
Over its lifetime, the Hyundai Tucson has transformed from a frugal, value-minded small SUV into a competent, refined crossov...
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2019 Ford Transit Connect Preview
by George Kennedy
When the Ford Transit Connect arrived on the market in 2009, it quickly became a hit with businesses for its practical design...
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2019 BMW X4 Preview
by George Kennedy
The BMW X4 infuses athleticism into a compact luxury SUV with its powerful engine selection and taut handling. Although the X...
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2019 Aston Martin Vantage Preview
by George Kennedy
The 2019 Aston Martin Vantage is a true high-performance sports car complete with a sleek exterior, luxurious interior, and a...
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2018 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Plug-In Preview
by George Kennedy
For drivers who want green driving in a more conventional layout, there are hybrid and plug-in hybrid versions of traditional...
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2018 Toyota Prius Prime Preview
by George Kennedy
The Toyota Prius has become an icon of environmentally conscious motoring. This standard bearer of green driving became so po...
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2018 Nissan Versa Note Preview
by George Kennedy
In the subcompact hatchback market, the buyer’s dollar goes quite far - especially with the Nissan Versa Note. The Versa N...
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2018 Nissan Frontier Preview
by George Kennedy
This midsize truck is the perfect blend of pickup capabilities and manageable proportions. It offers better maneuverability i...
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2018 INFINITI QX60 Preview
by George Kennedy
The 2018 INFINITI QX60 blends composed manners with upscale features and versatile three-row seating for seven. The QX60 ...
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2018 Honda Civic Coupe Preview
by George Kennedy
With a spacious cabin, comfortable seats, and a refined ride, the 2018 Honda Civic Coupe makes commuting, and the inevitable ...
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2018 Hyundai Kona Preview
by George Kennedy
Hyundai’s lineup has grown in recent years - but the one vehicle that had been missing from its ever-growing family was a sub...
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2018 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Preview
by George Kennedy
While plenty of compact luxury cars offer ample standard and available features, few do it with the elegance and style of the...
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2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Preview
by George Kennedy
The 2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid combines the versatility of the popular RAV4 with a hybrid drivetrain, making it a standout with...
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2018 Toyota Prius Preview
by George Kennedy
Since its first generation in the late 1990s, the Toyota Prius has gone from a vehicular novelty to becoming ubiquitous on th...
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2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Preview
by George Kennedy
Jeep’s purest 4x4 Wrangler personifies Jeep’s status as an off-roading icon for the past three decades. However, despite its ...
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2018 Honda Civic Hatchback Preview
by George Kennedy
The compact car market is both crowded and competitive. Among entrants, few offer a hatchback, making the 2018 Honda Civic Ha...
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2018 GMC Canyon Preview
by George Kennedy
The 2018 GMC Canyon is a sharp-looking option among midsize pickup trucks, especially if you are looking for a compact pickup...
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2018 Audi S8 Preview
by George Kennedy
Within the Audi lineup, the S8 is the ultimate performance luxury sedan offering. Based on the opulent A8 luxury sedan, the S...
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