Shaun's Recent Reviews
2011 BMW 550i xDrive AWD Review
One of three finalists for the 2011 World Car of the Year, the new BMW 5 Series has something for almost everyone.
2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG: First Drive
Combining retro good looks, tremendous luxury, incredible handling, a dual-clutch transmission and the world’s most powerful naturally aspirated V8 engine, the SLS is the perfect love child of Mercedes-Benz and AMG.
2010 AMG Performance Tour
With a long history in motorsports, what better place to experience the added performance of the Mercedes-Benz AMG lineup than on the racetrack. AutoGuide takes to the tarmac, to experience each and every AMG model back-to-back – including the new SLS AMG exotic.
2011 Audi A8 4.2 FSI: First Drive
A light weight aluminum space, lower center of gravity and wider stance helps the 2011 Audi A8 deliver improved driving dynamics, while slight engine changes and a new 8-speed automatic transmission deliver added power and improved fuel economy.
2011 Porsche Cayenne S Hybrid Prototype, 2010 Cayenne Diesel
We drive the very similar European Cayenne Diesel and the prototype Cayenne S Hybrid to see what greener alternatives Porsche may have coming for the U.S.
2010 Nissan Versa 1.6 Sedan Review
Without A/C, ABS or a radio, Nissan’s entry-level 1.6 Base Sedan, isn’t called a base model for nothing.
2010 Dodge Ram Heavy Duty: First Drive
As America starts to get back to work, the new Ram HD might be the right truck at the right time for Dodge.
2010 Mazda Mazdaspeed3: First Drive
It might have the same old horsepower rating, but with a slew of mechanical revisions, plus some fancy new bodywork, the Mazdaspeed3 delivers even more grip and fun for 2010.
Nissan EV-02 Prototype: First Drive
With plans to launch an electric car in Japan next year with sales in the U.S. in 2012, Nissan invited us to test drive a prototype of that vehicle.
2010 Mitsubishi Lancer GTS Sportback: First Drive
If you don’t want or need the super performance of Mitsubishi’s Lancer Evolution and Ralliart models, the Lancer GTS may be more up your alley with similar good looks, a lower price and decent performance. The more practical GTS model gets even more functional with the new Sportback version.
2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart Sportback: First Drive
Ralliart cars are perfect for those who love technology and turbocharged performance. Sportback models have even more space for your stuff, your friends and your friend’s stuff. Put them together and you have quite a combo.
2009 Pontiac G8 Sedan
Built on GMs latest version of its global rear-wheel drive architecture, the 2009 Pontiac G8 lineup includes three sedans with V6 or V8 power, manual or automatic transmissions, and a healthy dose of Aussie attitude.