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2026 Car and Driver 10Best: VW Golf GTI and Golf R

December 16th, 2025 by
VW Golf R and Golf GTI driving side by side

  Volkswagen’s legendary hot hatches are once again earning top industry recognition. The Volkswagen Golf GTI and Volkswagen Golf R have both been named to the 2026 “10Best” list by Car and Driver, reaffirming their status as two of the most rewarding, well-rounded performance vehicles on the road today. The annual 10Best awards celebrate vehicles…

2026 Nissan LEAF: Car of the Year, Best EV, and Best Budget Vehicle

December 9th, 2025 by

Nissan is celebrating a major achievement in the electric vehicle world. The 2026 Nissan LEAF has earned top honors in the first-ever Buzz Awards, taking home three prestigious titles: Car of the Year, Best EV, and Best Budget Vehicle. This recognition underscores the LEAF’s continued innovation, affordability, and appeal as one of the most accessible…

Honda Ranked Best Car Brand by U.S. News

November 20th, 2025 by

  Honda continues to lead the way in quality, innovation, and long-term value — and now, that excellence has been officially recognized. U.S. News & World Report has named Honda the Best Car Brand for 2026, marking yet another major achievement for the automaker and reinforcing why so many drivers trust Honda year after year….

2026 Nissan Rogue Wins IIHS Top Safety Pick

October 30th, 2025 by
Side view of 2026 Nissan Rogue and IIHS Top Safety Pick Logo top right corne

Safety matters—and the 2026 Nissan Rogue proves it. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has awarded it the prestigious 2025 TOP SAFETY PICK designation, thanks to improved structural integrity, rigorous crash-test performance, and a robust suite of standard safety technologies.   What This Recognition Means Earning the TOP SAFETY PICK award means the Rogue…

INFINITI QX80 R-Spec: GT-R Power Meets Luxury

October 29th, 2025 by
New INFINITI QX80 R-Spec up close with grille

  The flagship full-size SUV from INFINITI has just entered another level of performance. Introducing the QX80 R-Spec — a one-off concept revealed at the 2025 SEMA Show that combines ultra-luxury with serious track-inspired hardware. Under the hood? A heavily modified 3.8-liter twin-turbo V6, lifted from the legendary Nissan GT‑R, capable of delivering up to…

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70 Years Strong: Volkswagen of America

October 28th, 2025 by
Black Volkswagen Beetle as part of Volkswagen of America 70th Anniversary

  The month of October 2025 marks a major milestone for Volkswagen of America —70 years of delivering vehicles, innovation and culture in the United States.   Related: 5 Hidden Features About Your VW You Might Not Know About   A Legacy That Began with Two Beetles In 1949, just two VW Beetles arrived on…

Kelly Nissan of Lynnfield Earns 2025 Excellence Award

October 20th, 2025 by
Group photo of Nissan team and Kelly Nissan of Lynnfield earning 2025 Nissan Award of Excellence

  Pictured left to right: Patrick McCabe, Area General Manager at Nissan North America (Boston), Brian Heney, Kelly Automotive Group Chief Executive Officer, Jeremy McComb, Kelly Nissan of Lynnfield General Manager, Sarah Williams, Nissan Senior Dealer Operations Manager, and Joe Belliveau, Nissan Fixed Operations Manager   Once again, Kelly Nissan of Lynnfield, in Lynnfield MA….

VW Golf GTI/R Wins 2026 MotorTrend Car of the Year

October 20th, 2025 by
Blue and Red 2026 VW Golf R and GTI

  The 2026 Volkswagen Golf GTI and Golf R have been honored as MotorTrend’s 2026 Car of the Year, marking the Golf’s third time receiving this prestigious award. This recognition highlights Volkswagen’s commitment to performance, innovation, and everyday usability in a fun-to-drive package.   Why MotorTrend Chose the Golf GTI / R MotorTrend evaluates vehicles…

Kelly Nissan of Woburn Honored with 2025 Excellence Award

October 13th, 2025 by
J.D. Power Dealer of Excellence at Kelly Nissan of Woburn

  Pictured left to right: Brian Heney, Kelly Automotive Group Chief Executive Officer, Steve Vitale, Kelly Nissan of Woburn General Manager, Sarah Williams, Nissan Senior Dealer Operations Manager, Brian Kelly, Kelly Automotive Group President, Joe Belliveau, Nissan Fixed Operations Manager, and Patrick McCabe, Area General Manager at Nissan North America (Boston)   Once again, Kelly…

Honda SUV Lineup Tops J.D. Power Loyalty Rankings

September 29th, 2025 by

  Honda has once again proven why it remains a favorite among SUV drivers. The Honda SUV lineup has been recognized by J.D. Power as the #1 in Brand Loyalty, highlighting the enduring appeal, reliability, and satisfaction that Honda delivers across its popular SUV models. “In the auto industry, owner loyalty is one of the…

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