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George Kennedy

George Kennedy

From open-wheel racecars to specialty off-road vehicles, George Kennedy has driven it all. A career automotive journalist, George has been a contributor, editor, and/or producer at some of the most respected publications and outlets, including Consumer Reports, the Boston Globe, Boston Magazine, Autoblog.com, Hemmings Classic Wheels, BoldRide.com, the Providence Journal, and WheelsTV.

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2021 Nissan NV200 Preview

2021 Nissan NV200 Preview

by George Kennedy

The 2021 Nissan NV200 is a dynamic, versatile van for when you have a job to do, but don’t need a massive, full-size panel va...

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2021 Nissan NV Passenger Preview

2021 Nissan NV Passenger Preview

by George Kennedy

With capacity for up to 12 passengers and as many as 324 potential seating configurations, the 2021 Nissan NV Passenger Van i...

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2021 Nissan NV Cargo Preview

2021 Nissan NV Cargo Preview

by George Kennedy

For many contractors, it’s a difficult decision between a full-size pickup truck and a functional panel van. The Nissan NV Ca...

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2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Cargo Preview

2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Cargo Preview

by George Kennedy

In America, Mercedes-Benz is a certified luxury brand, but in the rest of the world, it offers a broader lineup of economy an...

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2021 GMC Savana Cargo Preview

2021 GMC Savana Cargo Preview

by George Kennedy

Plenty of automakers advertise how their trucks are built for the worksite, but the true workhorses are panel vans like the 2...

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2021 GMC Savana Preview

2021 GMC Savana Preview

by George Kennedy

There are plenty of spacious SUVs and minivans on the market today. But when you need professional-grade cargo and passenger ...

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2021 Maserati Quattroporte Preview

2021 Maserati Quattroporte Preview

by George Kennedy

Italian for “four-door,” the Maserati Quattroporte name dates back to 1963. The current sixth generation of this large luxury...

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2021 Maserati Levante Preview

2021 Maserati Levante Preview

by George Kennedy

Just a few years ago, the notion of a Maserati SUV might have seemed absurd, but after its 2017-model-year introduction, the ...

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2021 Maserati Ghibli Preview

2021 Maserati Ghibli Preview

by George Kennedy

It’s hard to call any Maserati “entry-level,” but the four-door Maserati Ghibli is the brand’s most affordable offering. When...

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2021 Lexus UX Hybrid Preview

2021 Lexus UX Hybrid Preview

by George Kennedy

The 2021 Lexus UX 250h blends a fuel-conserving hybrid powertrain with a nimble subcompact luxury SUV platform. The five-pass...

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2021 Lexus UX Preview

2021 Lexus UX Preview

by George Kennedy

The smallest member of the Lexus luxury SUV lineup, the 2021 Lexus UX 200 is particularly suited for navigating the tight spa...

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2021 Lexus RX Hybrid Preview

2021 Lexus RX Hybrid Preview

by George Kennedy

The RX 450h is the hybrid version of one of the most popular luxury SUVs for Lexus. It is available in two body styles; the c...

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2021 Lexus NX Hybrid Preview

2021 Lexus NX Hybrid Preview

by George Kennedy

The Lexus NX Hybrid is a compact luxury SUV with modern technology and styling, highlighted by a fuel-efficient powertrain. I...

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2021 Ford EcoSport Preview

2021 Ford EcoSport Preview

by George Kennedy

The EcoSport (pronounced ECHO-sport) is Ford’s smallest SUV and competes in the highly-competitive subcompact SUV segment. In...

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2021 Chevrolet Colorado Preview

2021 Chevrolet Colorado Preview

by George Kennedy

For many truck shoppers, a full-size pickup is overkill. Be it their massive size or thirsty engines, larger pickups do have ...

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2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Preview

2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Preview

by George Kennedy

In North America, Mercedes-Benz has a reputation as an upscale luxury brand. In the rest of the world, Mercedes-Benz also has...

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2020 Toyota Mirai Preview

2020 Toyota Mirai Preview

by George Kennedy

As hybrid and electric vehicles continue to grow in popularity, automakers are exploring other alternative fuel vehicles. Toy...

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2020 Toyota Avalon Hybrid Preview

2020 Toyota Avalon Hybrid Preview

by George Kennedy

The Toyota Avalon Hybrid is the gas-electric variant of the brand’s spacious, comfortable, full-size sedan. It combines a hyb...

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2020 RAM ProMaster Preview

2020 RAM ProMaster Preview

by George Kennedy

Contractors and small businesses need the right tool for their jobs. That extends to vehicles, and for many, the 2020 Ram Pro...

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2020 Jeep Wrangler Preview

2020 Jeep Wrangler Preview

by George Kennedy

There is no other vehicle on the road today like the 2020 Jeep Wrangler. No other vehicle offers standard 4-wheel drive (4WD)...

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2020 RAM ProMaster City Preview

2020 RAM ProMaster City Preview

by George Kennedy

For contractors and small businesses, the right vehicle can make or break your operation. Sure, it’s easy enough to buy a use...

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2020 RAM 2500 Preview

2020 RAM 2500 Preview

by George Kennedy

While heavy-duty trucks are certainly more rugged than their light-duty counterparts, the creep of creature comforts into hea...

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2020 RAM 3500 Preview

2020 RAM 3500 Preview

by George Kennedy

There are many pickup trucks out there, each designed for a different job. Some are for towing, others for off-roading, and o...

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2020 Nissan Titan Preview

2020 Nissan Titan Preview

by George Kennedy

Many shoppers consider only American vehicles when searching for a full-size truck, but they would do well to widen their gaz...

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