The automotive editors and analysts of MyRide.com, Autobytel Inc.’s new vertical search experience, recently announced the results for the fifth annual Editors’ Choice Awards, a ranking of the best new 2008 vehicles on the market.
Car of the Year and Best New Entry Luxury Car Under $40,000 – Cadillac CTS
Truck of the Year and Best New Pickup — Ford Super Duty
Utility Vehicle of the Year and Best New Luxury Utility Vehicle Under $75,000 — Buick Enclave
Hybrid of the Year — Chevy Tahoe Hybrid/GMC Yukon Hybrid
Best Kept Secret for 2008 and Best New Wagon — Kia Rondo
Best Car for Teen Drivers – Honda Civic
Best New Minivan – Chrysler Town & Country / Dodge Grand Caravan
Best New Small Car – Volvo C30
Best New Midsize Car – Chevrolet Malibu
Best New Large Car – Ford Taurus / Mercury Sable
Best Family Car – Hyundai Santa Fe
Best New Luxury Car Under $75,000 – BMW 5 Series
Best New Convertible Under $75,000 – Audi TT Roadster
Best New Sports Car Under $75,000 – Audi S5
Best New Small SUV – Saturn Vue
Best New Midsize SUV – Hyundai Veracruz
Best New Large SUV – Mazda CX-9
Best Non-Hybrid for the Environment – Honda Civic GX
Most Fun New Car for 2008 – Infiniti G37
Best New Dream Car Over $75,000 – Aston Martin V-8 Vantage Roadster
Autobytel Announces 2008 MyRide.com Awards
The Cadillac CTS was named Car of the Year, The Ford Super Duty was named Truck of the Year, while the 2008 Chevy Tahoe and GMC Yukon tied for Hybrid of the Year
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