Of all the best models for 2008, the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu was chosen to be the Best Redesigned Car for 2008 by Kelley Blue Book, the top provider of new and used vehicle info. The 2008 Malibu is being praised for bringing the significant mid-size car class to new heights of overall improvements according to Kelley Blue Book’s editorial staff.

According to The Auto Channel, there were over 30 cars redesigned for 2008 models. Kelley Blue Book together with their kbb.com editorial group evaluated the full list to classify vehicles that exemplifies great improvements compared to their previous model and competitions.

"The 2008 Malibu solidified its case for kbb.com’s ‘2008 Best Redesigned Vehicle’ with a top-to-bottom, inside-and-out remake that’s nothing less than game-changing. The new Malibu has earned its place at the top of one of the toughest and most competitive categories in the industry. It can take on any competitor head-to-head," says Jack R. Nerad, the executive editorial director and executive market analyst for Kelley Blue Book and kbb.com.

Here’s the list of the top 10 contenders of Keely Blue Book’s 2008 Best Redesigned Vehicle (in alphabetical order):

• Audi TT
• Cadillac CTS
• Honda Accord
• Infiniti G37
• Mercedes-Benz C-Class
• Mitsubishi Lancer
• Porsche Cayenne
• Saturn Vue
• Toyota Highlander

"As we’ve come to expect in recent years, each vehicle on this year’s list of finalists represents a huge step forward versus its predecessor," said Nerad. "The presence of the CTS and Vue along with the Malibu marks a significant resurgence in product offerings from the domestic manufacturers. The domestics have proven they can play in the big leagues again with no excuses."

"The pace of change continues to accelerate, with each new redesigned model offering greater and greater improvements over its predecessor," Nerad continued. "More power combined with better fuel economy is one welcome trend, as is the rapid proliferation of technologies like Bluetooth(R) phone connectivity, push-button start and navigation systems with real-time traffic information."

Kelley Blue Book’s kbb.com "Best Redesigned Vehicle" History:

• 2004 - Ford F-150
• 2005 - Ford Mustang
• 2006 - Honda Civic
• 2007 - Chevrolet Silverado
• 2008 - Chevrolet Malibu