Category Archives: Automobile Reviews

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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Commentary: The Difficulty in Making Comparisons

Posted on May 15, 2013 by

Tweet Not your typical day at V&R HQ. Photo by Randy Stern If you are looking for a comparison of some of the vehicles reviewed here – it would probably not be considered fair. Since 2010, I had the chance … Continue reading →

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It Looks Like A…Ford

Posted on May 13, 2013 by

Tweet 2013 Ford Fusion SE. All photos by Randy Stern A Victory & Reseda review of the 2013 Ford Fusion Let me get this out of the way: This is not an Aston Martin. That was the first reaction when … Continue reading →

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Just in Time for Graduation

Posted on May 6, 2013 by

Tweet 2013 Nissan Sentra SL. All photos by Randy Stern A Victory & Reseda review of the 2013 Nissan Sentra The Nissan Sentra…this calls for a story. Thirty-one years ago, my father asked if I wanted a car for my … Continue reading →

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An Evolution in Thinking About the Automobile

Posted on May 5, 2013 by

Tweet All photos by Randy Stern There is one disadvantage in being an automotive writer. I get it. I am supposed to be the all-knowing person inside the automotive industry. I am supposed to know every damn product sold in … Continue reading →

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The Gamble

Posted on April 29, 2013 by

Tweet 2013 Nissan Altima 2.5 SL. All photos By Randy Stern A Victory & Reseda review of the 2013 Nissan Altima “I still contend that the Toyota Camry’s leadership amongst passenger cars will be challenged by one of a few … Continue reading →

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Made for the Larger “We”

Posted on April 21, 2013 by

Tweet 2013 Honda Accord Touring. All Photos by Randy Stern A Victory & Reseda review of the 2013 Honda Accord Why we do love the Honda Accord? Perhaps I need to define “we.” If I meant the automotive media corps, … Continue reading →

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The Prophet of Controlled Rage

Posted on April 14, 2013 by

Tweet 2013 Ford Explorer Sport. All Photos by Randy Stern A Victory & Reseda review of the 2013 Ford Explorer Sport A name could evoke several emotions at once. The Ford Explorer has been one of those names when, over … Continue reading →

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A Limousine Amongst Crossovers

Posted on April 8, 2013 by

Tweet 2013 Buick Enclave. All photos by Randy Stern A Victory & Reseda review of the 2013 Buick Enclave This was where Buick’s reboot began. After a decade of offering Rendezvous, Rainiers and Terrazas, General Motors’ premium brand needed a … Continue reading →

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The Big “Zoom-Zoom”

Posted on March 29, 2013 by

Tweet 2013 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring AWD. All photos by Randy Stern A Victory & Reseda review of the 2013 Mazda CX-9 The idea of choice can be a very good thing. It starts with a basic idea of what … Continue reading →

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