By Kimatni RawlinsJul 280
Looks like every luxury automaker is putting in their bids for the next hot, small, premium utility vehicle to meet the diverse needs of active consumer lifestyles. Whether a parent juggling three weekend games for your children, a hardcore off-road cyclist or a hospitable friend who volunteers their ride for road...
By Kimatni RawlinsJul 171
Screeching Michelin performance rubber could be heard for hours from afar as if we were attending a Sunday race of the GT Le Mans class of the IMSA Tudor United Sports Car Championship, which BMW is currently leading. Up close you could witness 2015 M3s and M4s blasting down the straightaway of Road America in Elkhart...
By Kimatni RawlinsJul 150
Kyle Arrington of the New England Patriots and Alan Anderson of the Brooklyn Nets attended the first stop of BMW’s Ultimate Driving Experience (UDE) at Gillette Stadium. UDE is a nationwide tour that offers dynamic behind-the-wheel driving programs through eight events in seven markets for a total of 74 event days....
By Kimatni RawlinsJun 110
2014 North American Ferrari Challenge Series: Legend of a Prancing Horse So it begins, your lifestyle is accentuated with all the joys and modern indulgences a man or woman could possibly ask for. You are blessed to have made strategic business moves and intelligent investment decisions. A paradigm of modern...
By Kimatni RawlinsJun 50
Likes: Emissions Free Interior spaciousness Dislikes: COMAND telematics needs a refresh The manifestation of automotive mobility from earth’s precious oil resources to the state of electrification brings a spark of positivity to mankind, knowing there is a brighter future that allows humanity to rest on its...
By Kimatni RawlinsMay 291
Likes: Sporty Comfortable Diverse Power and aggression from the GTI brings cheers to drivers Diesel version has amazing fuel economy Dislikes: Cartoonish and small navigation screen What a state of bliss the new Golf puts you in when cruising to work or play. Compact enough for city maneuvering and parking,...
By Kimatni RawlinsMay 202
Likes: Abundance of preventative safety technologies AWD Advanced telematics Dislikes: Grille doesn’t seem to fit design technique iDrive resemblance Make no mistake, Hyundai’s prevalence in the luxury and performance sectors is not a Cinderella story where a magical year becomes representative of their heritage...
By Kimatni RawlinsMay 130
The newest vehicle in the Lincoln lineup demonstrates again that creating luxury requires the right mix of quality ingredients. From its signature split-wing grille flanked by HID headlamps to its available hands-free, wraparound power liftgate featuring full-width LED taillamps, the all-new 2015 Lincoln MKC is a...
By Kimatni RawlinsMay 50
Likes: Immaculate interiors Vastly improved handling State of the art safety technology Dislikes: Relic DVD Package When Cadillac introduced their full-size luxury SUV to the marketplace in 1999, it became an instant attraction for connoisseurs of all things grand and opulent. It garnered the attention and met...
By Kimatni RawlinsApr 80
Likes: Euro interior Aggressive technologies Sport styling 295hp 3.6L V6 Intuitive and easy to use Uconnect system Dislikes Underpowered base engine Disappointing optional premium audio system Limited headroom and legroom for rear passengers As we all know most valued items of possession simply get better with...
By Kimatni RawlinsMar 284
Review: Meet the 2015 GMC Yukon, Yukon XL, Chevy Tahoe and Suburban Likes: Clean, fresh design Interiors feel like Escalades Dislikes: Heavy pricing for the GMCs Their story is as successful as a college “Cinderella” hoops team completing a perfect season, making it to the Big Dance and leaving as champions. And...
By Kimatni RawlinsMar 270
Likes: Driving sensation Gadget on wheels via an array of technology partners Dislikes: Bland exterior styling Bland interior The Audi brand of today is certainly not the Audi of yesteryear. From new innovative products to defining consumer comfort features, their growth and stature has immensely increased in the...
By Kimatni RawlinsFeb 250
With a new 552 horsepower Turbo V8 engine, retractable hardtop, direct motorsports steering and the capability of accelerating 0 to 60 in 3.6 seconds, the new 2015 Ferrari California T is all you could ask for in an Italian sports car. Since the 1950s, this particular model has been the Prancing Horse’s finest...
By Kimatni RawlinsFeb 200
It’s no secret that Mercedes-Benz sedans are followed by parallel coupe renditions to focus acutely on the performance attributes of the luxury liners from the Stuggart, Germany based automaker. When the company unleashed the opulent S-Class in 2013 the vehicle made quite a splash amongst technologically and...
By Kimatni RawlinsFeb 190
Likes: Plethora of standard technology features Immaculate rear seating Intuitive connectivity Dislikes: Competitor similarities Life is full of wonderments with desires as intriguing and diverse as political opinions. If an exclusive, prominent rear-wheel drive vehicle with luxury accoutrements and a value entry...
By Kimatni RawlinsFeb 121
Likes: Impeccable drive performance Updated iDrive amenities Dislikes: Bubbled Roof Silhouette Bland rear styling The allure of an attractive convertible cruising the strip during Vegas nights under Vegas lights is awe inspiring. The transient city has a way of leaving memorable impressions on the minds of its...
By Kimatni RawlinsFeb 111
Likes: Efficient and peppy new engines Almost limitless configurations Communication savvy Dislikes: Odd ergonomic placement of MINI Controller Limited second row spacing Get the popcorn ready, set your 60-inch plasma to Netflix, and dial up The Italian Job to witness one of the finest and action-packed vehicle...
By Kimatni RawlinsJan 246
The all-new BMW 328 Diesel will change the way you view diesel. Watch actor Lamman Rucker’s first impressions as he gets behind the wheel to feel the diesel difference. BMW has introduced the 328d, powered by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder turbo-diesel developing 180 horsepower and 280 lb-ft of torque. While EPA estimates...
By Kimatni RawlinsJan 170
Following the Macan‘s world debut at the 2013 LA Auto Show, Automotive Rhythms talks shop with Porsche President and Chief Executive Officer, Detlev von Platen, regarding their all-new Macan SUV which is suited for urban commuters. Is the company excited about its newest member? We think so! The Macan is a compact,...
By Kimatni RawlinsJan 20
Likes: Relentless V12 power and amazing acceleration Timeless design Immaculate interior Dislikes: Mediocre multi-media system Bursting out of the gates of Gaydon like a bat out of hell is the exquisite and esteemed British sports car that has gained the respect of many automotive enthusiasts and aficionados....