Tag Archives: Toyota

Is it a True Sports Car?

Posted on June 12, 2013 by

Tweet 2013 Scion FR-S. All photos by Randy Stern A Victory & Reseda review of the 2013 Scion FR-S Remember the sports car? It was one of the greatest sensations that came out of World War II. They were light … Continue reading →

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Rediscovering the Corolla

Posted on May 21, 2013 by

Tweet 2013 Toyota Corolla S. All photos by Randy Stern Maybe I was a little harsh. In February of 2011, I rented a Toyota Corolla LE for the purpose of driving around for errands. Being it was after my return … Continue reading →

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Five Favorite Industry Failures

Posted on May 7, 2013 by

Tweet All photos by Randy Stern Failure is something that society either hates or loves. How does a failure occur? Mismanagement is one source of the problem. Incompetency is another – perhaps notes as the biggest source of failure. Timing … Continue reading →

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The Power of Choice

Posted on March 24, 2013 by

Tweet 2013 Lexus ES 350. All photos by Randy Stern A Victory & Reseda review of the 2013 Lexus ES 350 and ES 300h Do you remember when Lexus was introduced in 1989? Toyota’s luxury brand was indeed a breakthrough … Continue reading →

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Quickies: Opposing Scions

Posted on March 10, 2013 by

Tweet 2013 Scion xD. All photos by Randy Stern Opposites do attract. At the Twin Cities Auto Show, I partook in the annual Ride and Drive event featuring one brand only – Scion. Not sure why they were selected, since … Continue reading →

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WWRD? A Year Later…

Posted on February 19, 2013 by

Tweet All photos by Randy Stern It’s baaaaack! Last year, I began a series called WWRD? – or, “What Would Randy Drive?” This gives you, dear reader, the opportunity to engage with me by asking me if I would drive … Continue reading →

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Detroit 2013: Playing Catch-Up

Posted on January 17, 2013 by

Tweet All photos by Randy Stern The problem with not attending the big auto shows is you never know what you will miss. Attending the 2013 North American International Auto Show was a dream come true. Detroit’s Cobo Hall always … Continue reading →

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The Speculator: V&R’s New Sleigh Concept

Posted on December 24, 2012 by

Tweet All photos by Randy Stern Santa Claus is an icon in many ways. For children across the globe, his is a surrogate grandfather who listens, manages the worst behaviors and rewards the nice ones with gifts. For parents, he … Continue reading →

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Posted on December 6, 2012 by

Tweet All photos by Randy Stern Almost every luxury car brand has one. To keep the enthusiasts happy, you will find some form of “performance” sub-brand available amongst the run-of-the-mill models at your luxury car dealer. It is a way … Continue reading →

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Mr. Templin Was Right

Posted on November 20, 2012 by

Tweet 2013 Lexus GS 350 AWD. All photos by Randy Stern A Victory & Reseda review of the 2013 Lexus GS 350 Excuse me while I address the following to Mark Templin, the Group Vice President and General Manager, Lexus … Continue reading →

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