Popular Mechanics bestows Automotive Excellence Awards

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Popular Mechanics announced the winners of its fourth annual Automotive Excellence Awards, which the magazine says recognize the best in automotive design, execution and technology for 2010 model year vehicles in 10 categories.

Here they are:

Performance: Ford Mustang Shelby GT500
Design: Chevrolet Camaro
Value: Kia Soul
Fuel efficiency: Toyota Prius
Versatility: Subaru Outback
Fun to drive: Hyundai Genesis Coupe
Off-road ability: Ford F-150 Raptor
Technical innovation: Lexus Remote Touch
Luxury: BMW 335d
Workhorse: Ford Transit Connect

“Despite a tumultuous year in the automotive industry, engineers have rolled out some of the best cars we’ve ever seen,” said James Meigs, editor in chief of Popular Mechanics. The magazine’s editors evaluated more than 100 vehicles before making their selections.

Full coverage of the awards will be published in the December issue of Popular Mechanics, which hits newsstands Nov. 10. You can also read about the winners on the magazine’s website.

-- Martin Zimmerman