Category: Driven

Chrysler “What’s New” 2015

A low fog hung in the sky, preventing the early-morning sun from warming the asphalt. For a moment, there was silence. Four gleaming vehicles sat before me, and I had first pick. This was how I began my day at Chrysler’s “What’s New 2015” event at their Chelsea […]

Utility: 2014 Subaru Forester XT

In the SUV world, bigger is better. The Subaru Forester didn’t start out very big, but it didn’t start out as an SUV either. When the first generation Forester landed in 1997, it was more of a station wagon than an SUV. But wagons fell out of favor […]

Escape: 2014 Honda Civic Si

I didn’t plan this. It’s was just past 7:30pm on Friday night, the sun was setting, and I was scything through central New Hampshire behind the wheel of the 2014 Honda Civic Si Coupe. It had only been a few hours since my phone rang – a call […]

Rings Redux: 2014 Audi S5

Almost exactly two years ago, we had the opportunity to take a short drive in the new Audi S5. We genuinely enjoyed the car, and so did you. Our review of the 2013 Audi S5 is the most-read post in Limited Slip Blog history! So when we asked […]

Go for Launch: Porsche 911 Turbo S

t -00:10 As you roll onto an empty road, you push the Sport Plus button. The gearbox snaps down to first. The active rear wing deploys, blocking some level of rear visibility. You won’t need it. t -00:08 The front spoiler has dropped to its most aggressive position. […]

Adventure: Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk

The Cherokee is, arguably, the grandfather of all crossovers. In 1984, the venerable XJ was an early adopter of unibody construction. The sturdy platform provided excellent ground clearance and enough room to fit an optional inline-six cylinder engine. The XJ lives on as a go-to choice for off-roaders, […]