6 WHEELS May 26 2011 Ten best auto interiors run the gamut from luxury to affordable Ward's Automotive has announced the Ward's 10 Best Interiors of 2011, a list that runs the gamut from high-priced luxury vehicles to affordable small cars. Ward's is a U.S. based auto industry publication. The Ward's 10 Best Interiors of 2011 (alphabetically by manufacturer): · Audi A8, luxury sedan, Audi AG · BMW X3 xDrive35i, luxury CUV, BMW AG · Dodge Charger Rallye Plus, sport sedan, Chrysler Group LLC · Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland Summit, SUV, Chrysler Group LLC · Ford Focus Titanium, small car, Ford Motor Co. · Chevy Cruze 2LT RS, small car, General Motors Co. · Honda Odyssey Touring Elite, minivan, Honda Motor Co. Ltd. · Hyundai Elantra Limited, small car, Hyundai Motor Co. Ltd. · Kia Optima EX, midsize car, Kia Motors Corp. · Volvo S60, luxury sedan, Volvo Car Corp. With the 2011 ranking, Ward's updates its format for recognizing the passenger compartments that set standards for comfort, convenience, material quality and style, with all automobile categories, such as sports cars and trucks, competing against each other for slots on the list. Editors selected the Ward's 10 Best Interiors after driving 51 vehicles throughout February and March. All the vehicles were completely new or featured significantly upgraded interiors. --Metroland Media Carguide Magazine The editors of U.S. auto industry publication, Ward's Automotive, judged this interior on the Audi A8 one of the top time interiors. GMC is expanding connectivity in the 2011 Terrain with the IntelliLink system. Terrain to offer Intellilink GMC is taking in-vehicle connectivity to the next level on the 2012 Terrain. The compact crossover with segment-leading fuel efficiency will expand its already-extensive list of standard and available features in late 2011 with a simple-to-use, customizable infotainment system and expanded wireless capability. The 2012 Terrain will be the first vehicle to offer GMC IntelliLink, which uses Bluetooth or USB to connect the driver's smartphone to Terrain's new seven-inch, high-resolution, fullcolour touch screen display radio. IntelliLink expands on the current Terrain's Bluetooth and USB capabilities to allow smartphone control via voice activation and steering wheel-mounted controls and streaming stereo audio from the phone. Most importantly, IntelliLink enables seamless integration of stowed portable devices with Terrain's infotainment system, allowing drivers to keep their hands on the wheel and eyes on the road. --Metroland Media Carguide Magazine