BMW at Cutting Edge With Its 5 Series; Jaguar XJ8 Supremely Put-Together Car by Karl Ferguson In case you hadnít noticed, BMW is at the cutting edge of advanced technology in its vehicles. This new approach was heralded with the controversial 7 series, and the 5 series picks up where the 7 left off. The problem with anything radically new is that it tends to polarize opinion. That quite likely explains why the new Jaguar XJ8 sedanówhich is arguably as technologically advanced as the 5 seriesólooks slightly different from its predecessor. It would appear Jaguar is banking on the appeal that its more conservatively styled car will have with its well-heeled clientele. more... Automotive Directory Of Washington-Area Dealerships

Toyota, Honda Improve Technology With Hardier Hybrids by Karl Ferguson I canít recall exactly the comment that was made to me when I first drove Toyotaís gas-electric vehicle, the Prius. I was telling a friend about it and his remark was something along the lines of, "Electric hybrid? You must need a pretty long extension cord to run it!" Fortunately for Toyota, that particular comment was made nearly four years ago and technology has moved on. Having just released the second-generation Prius to the market, Toyota hopes public opinion has moved on as well. They are not alone. Honda has recently updated its own Civic-based hybrid. more... Auto Dealers Helping Feds Fight Terrorists by Alan B. Nichols Car dealerships, like all U.S. businesses, are being called on to help in the governmentís war on terrorism by denying terrorists access to the U.S. financial system. more...