Dave Makichuk, Auto Market Editor, The Calgary Sun, Dec 26, 1999
One of the best ways to get familiar with all the new models being offered -- without having to pore over extremely dull technical data and comparison charts -- is to get a copy of Daniel Heraud's Road Report 2000. The glossy 399-page book features high quality colour photos, as well as brief and concise reviews on each and every new vehicle sold in North America ... Even if you're not shopping for a car, the Road Report is a fun read with lots of pictures and interesting information.


Book Description
With 400 information-packed pages and over 1000 full color photographs, "2000 Road Report" is the best guide to buying a new car. Included are details on every new model not easily found anywhere else: * historical overview of the model's development * safety features * depreciation rate * operating costs per mile * insurance premium data * sales performance * market share * overall evaluation * typical customer profile * destination charge * minimum and maximum pricing for better bargaining * behind-the-scene anecdotes The listings on the hundreds of models contain comprehensive information on Model Range, Technical Features, Pros and Cons, and a Conclusion, all of which include comments on: style, performance, value, handling, interior and exterior design, traction control, visibility, engine size, rigidity, brakes, storage, fuel consumption, soundproofing, cabin space, steering, cockpit, transmission, access, engine, maneuverability, instruments, ride comfort and ergonomics. The full page, easy-to-read spread on each model also includes: * ratings of the model concept, driving, original equipment, comfort and budget, plus an overall rating * new features for year 2000 models * engine, transmission and performance specs * price and equipment details * warranties offered As well, the At a Glance box offers the model history, competing model comparisons, demographic data, insurance and sales numbers, specs and warranty maintenance requirements. "2000 Road Report" includes every major car maker, plus some of the specialized manufacturers, Lamborghini, Ferrari and AM General, maker of the Hummer. Also included is information about what's new in automobile technology, as well as full-color spreads on the world's major auto shows in Tokyo, Geneva, New York and Detroit. With a glossary and over 1000 full-color photos, "2000 Road-Report" is absolutely packed with information. Daniel Heraud is a specialized journalist who contributes to the Microsoft CarPoint on-line system.

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With 400 information-packed pages and over 1000 full color photographs, 2000 Road Report is the best guide to buying a new car. Included are details on every new model not easily found anywhere else: historical overview of the model's development safety features depreciation rate operating costs per mile insurance premium data sales performance market share overall evaluation typical customer profile destination charge minimum and maximum pricing for better bargaining behind-the-scene anecdotes The listings on the hundreds of models contain comprehensive information on Model Range, Technical Features, Pros and Cons, and a Conclusion, all of which include comments on: style, performance, value, handling, interior and exterior design, traction control, visibility, engine size, rigidity, brakes, storage, fuel consumption, soundproofing, cabin space, steering, cockpit, transmission, access, engine, maneuverability, instruments, ride comfort and ergonomics.The full page, easy-to-read spread on each model also includes: ratings of the model concept, driving, original equipment, comfort and budget, plus an overall rating new features for year 2000 models engine, transmission and performance specs price and equipment details warranties offered As well, the At a Glance box offers the model history, competing model comparisons, demographic data, insurance and sales numbers, specs and warranty maintenance requirements.2000 Road Report includes every major car maker, plus some of the specialized manufacturers, Lamborghini, Ferrari and AM General, maker of the Hummer. Also included is information about what's new in automobile technology, as well as full-color spreads on the world's major auto shows in Tokyo, Geneva, New York and Detroit. With a glossary and over 1000 full-color photos, 2000 Road-Report is absolutely packed with information.Daniel Heraud is a specialized journalist who contributes to the Microsoft CrPoint on-line system.

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Dave Makichuk, Auto Market Editor, The Calgary Sun, Dec 26, 1999