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    Distinctive Fun From Mazda and Toyota

    Distinctive Fun From Mazda and Toyota

    By Philip Ruth– At the Folsom Street Fair, we got into our getups to show the world an edgier side of ourselves. It is always fun to join others in…

    Mercedes-Benz and Chevrolet Field Two Satisfying EVs

    Mercedes-Benz and Chevrolet Field Two Satisfying EVs

    By Philip Ruth– “Damn, nice car!” a mover called out as I slipped past his truck in this installment’s $111,760 electric Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+.  It’s been said that the EQS…

    Two Very Different Volkswagens

    Two Very Different Volkswagens

    By Philip Ruth– We all have opinions about Volkswagen, both as a car and a brand. The original Beetle helped get “foreign cars” started in the U.S., and the de…

    Two Personalities in Sport Sedans

    Two Personalities in Sport Sedans

    By Philip Ruth– So, I canceled my Castro gym membership. With 25 years between us, it felt like a front-page breakup.  Quitting the gym is unheard-of for a longtime single…

    SUVs With Distinct Identities

    SUVs With Distinct Identities

    By Philip Ruth– SUVs come in two basic flavors: city slicker or backwoods explorer. The two we’re checking out this week are distinct in their chosen identities. The $48,445 Volkswagen…

    Who Wants an Electric Car?

    Who Wants an Electric Car?

    By Philip Ruth– This is a tricky time for electric vehicles. Up until now, they’ve been bought by early adopters, the folks who hop onto the forefront of new technology.…

    Two Provocative Selections

    Two Provocative Selections

    By Philip Ruth– “There’s something arresting about it,” said my pal after she exclaimed “Whoa!” at the sight of a Toyota Crown curbside. She has seen my parade of press…

    Renewing the Fight for Pride

    Renewing the Fight for Pride

    By Philip Ruth– Pride means a lot in 2023. Our community is under fire, and Anita Bryant’s 1977 “Save Our Children” campaign has nothing on what’s now aimed at us.…

    Two Extroverted Cars With Style

    Two Extroverted Cars With Style

    By Philip Ruth– “Hey! Sir! HEY!” I had just turned onto Potrero Avenue in the Lexus LC 500 press car when the well-used minivan that had been in my rear-view…

    Eco-Friendly Cars That Offer Quirky, Fun Rides in Challenging San Francisco

    Eco-Friendly Cars That Offer Quirky, Fun Rides in Challenging San Francisco

    By Philip Ruth San Francisco is a demanding place to test drive new cars. The crazy hills get steeper at every turn, and the traffic’s rapid pace rewards agility and…

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