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George Kennedy

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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