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Bob Plunkett is a veteran automotive reporter whose articles have appeared in industry and consumer magazines for 30 years. He currently produces syndicated automotive reports published weekly newspapers across North America, putting the reader in the driver's seat for a hands-on feel of a vehicle. An adventurer, Plunkett has raced cars, scaled mountains, dived with sharks and run on foot across entire countries to research his articles. For the decade of the 1980s he reported on automotive subjects for an Arkansas newspaper, and during that time wrote speeches for a young Arkansas governor, Bill Clinton. Today, Plunkett still writes from his Arkansas home, but he travels extensively, crisscrossing the globe to drive new cars.

2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse GT Compact Sport Coupe

New Car Review of the 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse GT Compact Sport Coupe Base MSRP Range: $19,399 – $24,599 Base Invoice Range: $18,345 – $23,262 MSRP As Tested: $27,964 Versions: GS, GT. Vehicle Category: Compact Sport Coupe Engine Location: Front Engine Drive Wheels: Front-Wheel Drive. Standard Engine: 3.8-liter, Single Overhead Cam, 24-valves, V-6, 263 – horsepower at 5750 rpm and 260 ... Read More »

2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS Compact Sport Coupe

New Car Review of the 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS Compact Sport Coupe Base MSRP Range: $19,399 – $24,599 Base Invoice Range: $18,345 – $23,262 MSRP As Tested: $19,994 Versions: GS, GT. Vehicle Category: Compact Sport Coupe Engine Location: Front Engine Drive Wheels: Front-Wheel Drive. Standard Engine: 2.4-liter, Single Overhead Cam, 16-valves, I-4,162 – horsepower at 6000 rpm and 160 lb-ft ... Read More »

2006 Honda S2000 Sports Car

A front end that looks like a snake's head hints at how viciously aggressive the Honda S2000 is. It's designed to put the driving experience first and everything else second, making it one of the most thrilling cars on the road. One of the drawbacks of a pure sports car is an uncomfortable cabin. While the driver-oriented layout is fantastic, the racing-style seats, bumpy ride, noisy engine and lack of storage space make it impractical for daily driving. It's an impressive piece of high-performance equipment, but it's not something you'd want to commute in. Read More »

2006 Pontiac Solstice Convertible Sports Car

The stunning Solstice convertible adds some much-needed excitement to Pontiac's lineup. Unfortunately, the Solstice is more exciting to look at than it is to drive. One of the Solstice's bright spots is its two-seat cabin layout. It's comfortable for a tiny sports car, and its driver-focused cockpit keeps most controls within easy reach. The seat backs can be hard to adjust, though. Read More »

2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Mid-Size Coupe and Impala Sedan

Monte Carlo has, for quite some time, been one of the most exotic getaways in Europe – a playground for the elite. Chevrolet’s coupe by the same name isn’t exactly a car the ultra-rich would clamor for, but somehow it has been firmly etched into the fabric of America’s pop culture. Read More »