2012 Chevrolet Sonic 5DR 2LZ Review

People still buy hatchbacks? I guess so. Other than maybe a Subaru Outback I don't much notice them on the roads these days. Travelling highways mostly and long distances I guess I might just zone out a bit and not really pay as much attention as I should. I certainly am not seeing any eye-catching "5 doors" out there at least. Spend more time admiring my Luminox watches I guess than the road.

The Sonic we’re testing is the 5-door hatchback 2LZ, an eye-catcher in flashy Inferno Orange Metalic – an optional ($195) color. The fresh new design is modern in every way while not looking homogenized like many small hatchbacks. The distinctly Chevy-styled nose reflects the design language effectively used throughout that brand’s offerings. Recessed “motorcycle inspired” headlights tuck into the upper fenders and wrap nicely into the flow of the sidelines drawing our eye to the square-back rear of the car. Wheels and tires are 17-inchers contributing to a substantial, no-little-wuss stance. The nearly vertical c-pillars balance above rather than behind the rear wheels, for an even more impressive stance. full review

Crafting

Guest post by Gerard Mcdaniel

Since I got my Satelite Internet connected a few months ago, I’ve been getting really into crafts. My new favorite website is www.craftster.org There I can find clear instructions on how to make anything from do it yourself Halloween costumes, to thoughtful hand-made Christmas gifts. One of my favorite projects that I found there was how to make my own Angry Birds play set. The instructions were so clear and easy, and my kids absolutely loved the result. They love playing the computer game, so I figured they would love to have toys that looked like the characters from it. It feels good that I have the skill to make things on my own and that I don’t have to go to the store and spend a ton of money for things that my kids want. It’s also nice to make things for other people I care about. I have also found is that the more I sew and craft, the better I get at it. I’m excited to see how my skills develop over the next few months. I’m having a great time trying different things.

Allon White Sports Cars To Exhibit The Latest Morgans

Allon White Sports Cars are an interesting lot as observed in the photo above. Always cool and ready to show off. They will be will be exhibiting a selection of the latest Morgan products at the Milton Keynes Motor Show, January 19-22. The display will include: one of the reincarnated 3-Wheelers (of which the infamous Jeremy Clarkson said: ‘A wheel’s come off, and I love it!’), a +4 Roadster from the manufacturer’s ‘classic’ range, and one of the ultra-modern Aero SuperSports. Something your Garmin GPS isn't going to find everywhere without looking a bit.

Said Allon White’s Managing Director, John Bellenger: “Our company has been a Morgan dealer for 46 years, and we believe there has never been a better time to represent this truly unique British marque. The classic models continue to sell well, while interest in the contemporary ones is growing all the time. As for the 3-Wheeler – what an inspired idea, that’s captured the hearts of both young and old. We very much look forward to January and talking Morgans with the good folk of Milton Keynes.”