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Author: Jimmy Dinsmore

For several years Jimmy Dinsmore has reviewed new vehicles, offering up a unique look and an interesting voice in his weekly column. Jimmy looks at vehicles from the consumer’s point of view. Light on the technical jargon, and lacking the cynicism that pervades many other auto reviews, Driver’s Side treats each vehicle fairly, offering a light-hearted take. Email him at - [email protected] and follow him on Twitter @driversside.
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Prius hits its Prime

The word prime is both an adjective, noun and verb and has more than 30 different meanings. So, it’s a pretty broad-reaching word when it stands alone. So, it stands Continue Reading

Posted On : October 12, 2017 Published By : Jimmy Dinsmore
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Plug N’ Play: Hyundai Sonata offered as Plug-In Hybrid, fuel sipper

As hybrid technology continues to expand there is still some confusion about the differences of today’s hybrid cars. Even Hyundai has two hybrid versions of the midsize Sonata – the Continue Reading

Posted On : September 21, 2017 Published By : Jimmy Dinsmore
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No superlatives needed: Toyota Avalon continues consistent ways

This week’s tester is a dying breed of cars – part of a segment that has very few non-luxury cars left in it. Plus, this week’s tester is a victim Continue Reading

Posted On : September 15, 2017 Published By : Jimmy Dinsmore
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Invasion of the sedan snatchers: Lexus NX is a top-notch representative in the ever-growing compact crossover segment

We are in a new era in the auto industry. Sedans have fallen out of favor, replaced by similar-sized crossovers. They’re practically everywhere. You can even call it an invasion. Continue Reading

Posted On : September 7, 2017 Published By : Jimmy Dinsmore
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Refreshing refresh: Nissan Pathfinder screams, ‘don’t forget about me’, in crowded field

Nissan is on a roll. They’ve crashed the truck party by reengaging with the Titan which brings them back to viability and respectability within that vital segment. Nissan also has Continue Reading

Posted On : August 17, 2017 Published By : Jimmy Dinsmore
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No surprises, no let down: Mazda 6 remains competitive in midsize segment

You could argue that the decline in popularity of midsize sedans has everything to do with the overall vanilla nature of these cars. In the crowded segment, few cars stand Continue Reading

Posted On : July 26, 2017 Published By : Jimmy Dinsmore

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