Technology / cars Top Rides of 2008 Popular Mechanics rolls out 2008's hottest rides By Sophie Goldstein, Newser Staff Posted Nov 10, 2007 4:34 PM CST Copied Nissan CEO Carlos Ghosn gestures next to the company's new GT-R at the press preview for the 39th Tokyo Motor Show at Makuhari Messe, near Tokyo, in this Oct. 19, 2005 file photo. (AP Photo/Itsuo Inouye, FILE) (Associated Press) See 1 more photo Popular Mechanics test drove a fleet of upcoming cars and trucks to conceive this list of 2008's best rides, in ten categories: Design: Nissan GT-R Value: Scion xB Energy efficiency: GMC Yukon Hybrid and Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid Performance: BMW M3 Versatility: Chrysler Town & Country and Dodge Grand Caravan Fun to drive: Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Off-Road ability: Toyota Land Cruiser Luxury: Cadillac CTS Workhorse: GMC Sierra 2500/3500 HD and Chevy Silverado 2500/3500 HD Technical Innovation: Ford Sync (More cars stories.) See 1 more photo Report an error