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Dodge Journey a pleasant surprise
When I saw the Dodge Journey debut at last year's Frankfurt auto show, I wasn't impressed. The Journey looked like just another SUV-crossover in a rapidly flooding field, and it had to compete with the impressive offerings from both BMW and Mercedes-Benz. Then a fully loaded review car came in at CNET, and my so-so feelings turned to excitement over the quality and quantity of the cabin tech. Although the interior materials felt cheap, the high-resolution navigation screen immediately grabbed my attention. The Journey also has the MyGig system, which is a hard drive-based navigation system making map-rendering times quick. The hard drive also means space to store music in the car. Even better, the MyGig navigation system has live traffic reporting, an innovative feature that isn't widespread yet. The Journey also came with a rear seat DVD screen and Bluetooth cell phone integration, making for an overall impressive package. Read the full review

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Magellan Maestro 4250
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TomTom GO 720
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2008 Ford Mustang V-6 Premium Convertible
While the 2008 Ford Mustang Convertible looks and feels good, it doesn't have much performance to back it up. Its cabin tech gets the job done, but it only offers a couple of advanced features. Read more

2008 Saturn Vue Hybrid Green Line
The 2008 Saturn Vue Green Line is the cheapest hybrid SUV you can buy--in more ways than one. We like its revamped exterior and we can live with the spartan cabin, but its gas mileage falls short. Read more

2008 Honda Accord EX-L V-6 Coupe
Fun and practical to drive, the 2008 Honda Accord Coupe is a sporty car with good looks. Its navigation system, while basic, gets the job done, and it has added features such as Bluetooth cell phone integration. Read more

Mobile madness at CTIA 2008
Check out CNET's in-depth coverage of CTIA Wireless 2008 straight from the showroom floor in Las Vega, with video reviews and features of the latest developments in the wonderful world of wireless gadgetry. Read more

Power struggle: GM lifts the veil on Volt battery testing
Kevin Massy
Associate Editor
General Motors has shed some light on the reality of its race against the clock to develop and test lithium ion batteries for its Chevrolet Volt plug-in car, which is scheduled for production in 2010. The automaker announced yesterday that it had created a new computer algorithm to test the batteries, which will be required to propel the four-seater Volt up to 40 miles under electric power alone. Read more

Best budget GPS device?
Posted by slamdunkin24
What is the best budget GPS? And what is the average price for upgrading the maps? Read more 

• 1. 2008 Audi TT 3.2 Quattro
• 2. 2008 Cadillac CTS
• 3. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C300 Sport
• 4. 2008 BMW 535i
• 5. 2008 Audi S5
• 6. 2008 Volvo C30
• 7. 2008 Scion xB
• 8. 2008 Saturn Vue XR
• 9. 2008 Nissan Altima Coupe
• 10. 2008 Ford Focus SES

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