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2013 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 Preview
Thursday, May 17, 2012
The musclecar wars has made a comeback. While this genre of automobiles started out in the 1960s, due to rising fuel prices and ever tighter emissions regulations, the musclecar almost vanished in the 1980s and 90s.
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2013 Chevrolet Traverse Preview
Monday, May 14, 2012
The 2013 Chevrolet Traverse offers lots of room - and then some more. Now in its fifth year, this large crossover continues to win over families with its 7- and 8-passenger configurations. GM has made a number of upgrades for 2013 that should further help the Traverse stand out from competitors such as the Honda Pilot and Ford Explorer.
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2013 Hyundai Veloster Turbo Preview
Thursday, May 10, 2012
Bold innovations, extra horsepower, top of the line equipment and better fuel economy are the terms Mike O'Brien, VP Product and Corporate Planning at Hyundai coins talking about the new turbocharged Veloster, which is starting to make a name for itself.
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2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 63 AMG Preview
Thursday, May 03, 2012
The 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 63 AMG hits the road this spring with more power and better fuel efficiency -- by a whopping 28% over its predecessor. The high-performance SUV gets power from an AMG 5.5L twin-turbo V8 engine with peak horsepower of 525 and peak torque of 516 lb-ft, 15 more horses and 50 more lb-ft than before. An optional AMG Performance package boosts output to 557 hp and max torque to 560 lb-ft.
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2013 Cadillac XTS Preview
Sunday, April 29, 2012
With larger dimensions than the CTS, the 2013 Cadillac XTS is an all-new sedan GM is touting as the most technologically advanced production car in the marque's history.
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2013 Tesla Model S Preview (video)
Friday, April 27, 2012
When people think of the electric car, they still see that small, comical, short-ranged automobile that we all fear we'll be stuck with when the world's runs out of petrol. But for years' already, California-based Tesla has been offering the Roadster - a cool-looking two-seater that goes the distance.
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2012 Honda Ridgeline Preview (video)
Sunday, April 22, 2012
The 2012 Honda Ridgeline gets a new Sport trim, refreshed grille design, reduced engine friction, more aerodynamic styling and improved fuel efficiency.
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2013 Chevrolet Spark Preview
Monday, April 23, 2012
"Safe, affordable, versatile and stingy at the pump"... The 2013 Chevrolet Spark, with the original multifunction touch-screen system, is expected in Canada by mid-2012. Already winning several safety awards in Europe and Asia, this tiny Chevy - just 3.7 metres (144.7 inches) long - will compete here with the likes of the Fiat 500, smart fortwo and Scion iQ.
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2012 Lexus IS F Preview
Friday, April 20, 2012
At Lexus, they call it 'The Beast'. Elsewhere, it's known as the 2012 IS F... where the 'F' stands for Fuji Speedway, the world-class Japanese circuit. Just another clue why this variant of the luxury Lexus sedan is aimed squarely at racing enthusiasts - a market share also sought after by the BMW M3, the Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG and the Cadillac CTS-V.
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2013 Nissan Altima Preview
Wednesday, April 11, 2012
When it comes time to create a new-generation model, automakers have to first decide if a clean sheet reinvention is necessary, or if they can build on what's already there. In the case of the new 2013 Nissan Altima, it was clearly an example of the latter.
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2013 Lincoln MKZ Preview
Tuesday, April 10, 2012
Frank Gehry's stunning "tower of light", headquarters of Internet giant IAC in Manhattan's trendy Chelsea district, was a fitting backdrop for the unveiling of Lincoln's new MKZ - the cornerstone of the brand's new direction which blends technology with style.
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2012 Lexus GX 460 Preview
Monday, April 09, 2012
Appealing to adventurous families everywhere, Lexus is betting that its luxury midsize SUV will seduce likely customers. With its rugged construction, this vehicle can accommodate up to seven adult passengers - that's two more than the Porsche Cayenne. Equipped with a full-time, low range 4WD system as well as Toyota and Lexus' own Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System (KDSS), the GX 460 encourages drivers to veer off the beaten track.
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2013 Nissan GT-R Preview (video)
Thursday, April 05, 2012
The Nissan GT-R has taken another step towards legendary status. In 2012, the Japanese automaker presented a fresh new look and a revamped mill whose power skyrocketed from 485 to 530 hp. We admired the new LED taillights, redesigned fascia with dual "rectifier fins" and increased downforce via a reduced drag coefficient.
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2013 Porsche Boxster Preview (video)
Thursday, March 29, 2012
The new third-generation 2013 Porsche Boxster features a completely new, lighter body and revamped chassis, longer wheelbase, wider track, and larger wheels, for just a taste of what's to come. And on trend, the new Boxster boasts significantly better fuel economy. Competitors include the Nissan 370Z, BMW Z4 and Mercedes-Benz SLK 350.
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2012 Lexus IS Preview
Monday, April 02, 2012
Lexus offers Canadian consumers quite a few versions of the IS. There's the rear-wheel-drive IS 250 and IS 350, the all-wheel-drive IS 250 and IS 350 and, finally, the IS 250 C and IS 350 C with a power-retractable hardtop.
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2012 Toyota Yaris Sedan Preview
Monday, March 26, 2012
For 2012, Toyota's fuel-efficient little model, the Yaris, returns to us in its sedan guise boasting fresh lines, halogen headlamps and a little European flair. Toyota's compact runabout will set you back $14,400 for the base version fitted with a 5-speed manual transmission. The optional 4-speed autobox is $1,000 extra.
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2013 Bentley Continental GT V8 Preview
Thursday, March 22, 2012
In 2008, Bentley set itself the ambitious task of designing, in second, parallel version of the 567 hp Continental GT that would be 40% more fuel-efficient. The result is the 2013 Continetal GT V8, which meets the Aston Martin DB9, Porsche 911 Turbo S, Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG and Audi R8 5.2 head on.
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2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage Preview (video)
Monday, March 19, 2012
The finely honed, sober lines of the Aston Martin family, its unique finish and handcrafted cabins, those are the stuff of automotive dreams. For a car that'll set you back at least $140,000, you wouldn't expect anything less from the celebrated British manufacturer and its seductive V8 Vantage.
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2012 Toyota Sequoia Preview (video)
Thursday, March 15, 2012
The 2012 Toyota Sequoia is now available in dealerships across Canada. Just a few changes set this latest version apart from the 2011 model.
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2013 Acura ILX Preview (video)
Monday, March 12, 2012
After falling on hard times, Acura is set to rebound this year with two redesigned models and a positive attitude, no doubt pumped by the unveiling of the glorious NSX Concept. Within the next couple of years, the show car will become reality, as the NSX will once again reign as the luxury brand's halo supercar.
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2013 Lexus LX 570 Preview
Monday, March 05, 2012
For 2013, Lexus is looking to make life tough for the Range Rover, Cadillac Escalade and Navigator with its 8-seat SUV, the LX 570 featuring 4WD. Like its predecessor, the 2013 Lexus LX 570 is powered by a 5.7L, DOHC V8 that puts down 383 hp and 403 lb-ft of torque. Standard equipment includes a 6-speed automatic transmission, an adaptive variable suspension, 20" alloy wheels and ventilated disc brakes.
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2013 Dodge Dart Preview
Thursday, March 08, 2012
Dodge is making a comeback in the compact sedan market with the all-new, aerodynamic 2013 Dart. The 5-seat, FWD model is built on the Alfa Romeo Giulietta's platform and offers phenomenal customization options, such as 12 exterior colours, 14 interior combinations, 7 types of wheels ranging from 16" to 18" and a total of 5 trims, the SE, SXT, Rallye, Limited and R/T.
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2012 Toyota Corolla Preview
Wednesday, February 29, 2012
The 2012 Toyota Corolla receives key upgrades across the lineup. Striving to edge out other popular compact sedans such as the Honda Civic, Ford Focus, Chevrolet Cruze and Hyundai Elantra, the Japanese manufacturer added new standard features and reduced pricing for even greater value than what the outgoing car offered.
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2013 Buick Encore Preview
Thursday, February 02, 2012
Suddenly we have another crossover catfight. The 2012 Detroit auto show is where Buick unveiled its new contender in a burgeoning segment: the compact, premium crossover.
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2013 Subaru BRZ Preview (video)
Monday, January 23, 2012
Uncleanliness can be described as many things, but in the automotive world, we can consider unnecessary weight, an overabundance of power and heavy fuel consumption as unclean. Many vehicles engrossed with these sins are nonetheless enjoyable, desirable and acclaimed, but if you have a soft spot for sports cars, it's always preferable to own one that is pure.
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2013 Ford C-MAX Hybrid and C-MAX Energi Preview
Thursday, January 19, 2012
In the lead up to the 2012 show in Detroit, Ford released a few more specifications for the upcoming Ford C-MAX Hybrid and its plug-in variant, the Ford C-MAX Energi.
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2013 Ford Fusion Preview
Tuesday, January 17, 2012
The new-generation 2013 Ford Fusion unwrapped at the 2012 Detroit auto show
looks killer, and says a lot about how Ford will address a market not quite clear about which powertrain option to embrace in the near future.
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2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara Preview
Friday, December 23, 2011
We first drove the current-generation Suzuki Grand Vitara way back in February 2006, and it hasn't changed much since then. True, it received a couple of engine swaps during that time, but from an aesthetic standpoint, Suzuki left it virtually untouched.
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2012 Suzuki SX4 Preview
Thursday, December 22, 2011
Suzuki's SX4 hasn't seen major changes since 2007. In car years, that's a lot. The Japanese brand has been struggling recently in Canada, and recently met up with a few members of the media to give us a look at what's coming for the 2012 model year, as well as explain what they plan to do to get some momentum back. This includes the compact SX4.
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2013 Infiniti JX Preview
Wednesday, November 30, 2011
When Infiniti pulled the covers from its latest offering at this year's L.A. Auto Show, the new 2013 Infiniti JX, the crowds flocked around the vehicle. Nothing unusual in that, I guess. After all, with the world's media in attendance, it's the journalists' job to snap a few photographs and then fire them off to their publications as quickly as possible.
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2013 Chevrolet Malibu Preview
Monday, November 14, 2011
The Chevrolet Malibu did a very important thing in the marketplace for its latest iteration. For perhaps the first time ever, this mainstream American sedan gave the Japanese competition a real and serious run for their money.
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2013 Ford Taurus Preview
Tuesday, November 08, 2011
Ford's updating their Taurus for the 2013 model year to deliver even more refinement, efficiency and style than ever. More technology, improved craftsmanship and advanced driving dynamics are on board for the ride, too.
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2012 Hyundai Elantra Preview
Tuesday, October 04, 2011
You'll hardly be surprised to hear there are very few changes to report with regards to the 2012 Elantra. After all, the all-new 5th generation Elantra was only introduced last year (as a 2011 model), and when a company's doing so well with its current offering, there seems little reason to alter a winning recipe; year-to-date, Elantra sales in Canada are about to surpass those of the Honda Civic.
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2013 BMW M5 Preview
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
In the summer of 2012, the 5th generation of BMW's mighty M5 sedan will hit the streets again. And in typical, modern-day, sports-car fashion this latest BMW creation will offer more power, more torque and better fuel efficiency than its predecessor.
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2012 Chevrolet Sonic First Impressions
Thursday, September 22, 2011
Another small car has hit the market. Before you all heave a collective sigh of annoyance and turn away, I want you to take a moment and get a closer look at this one. This one's here to play the game (unlike some I could mention, but won't) even though it has some seriously worthy opponents.
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2012 Range Rover Evoque Preview
Tuesday, September 20, 2011
The Evoque invokes some pretty unique and interesting reactions in the general public. Since it was first released to the world just over a year ago, we've all been waiting with intrigued and baited breath for the baby Range Rover to hit the road.
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2012 Scion iQ First Impressions
Friday, September 16, 2011
The Scion iQ is billed as the world's smallest four-seater and the most fuel-efficient, non-hybrid car currently on the market, at 5 L/100km combined city/highway. In a bold move, Scion Canada made the iQ a "mono-spec" car, one without significant options.
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2012 Hyundai Veloster First Impressions
Thursday, September 15, 2011
I must confess that I was very excited at the prospect of test driving this car. From the very moment I laid eyes on it in Detroit last January, I've been intrigued and fascinated by the car's concept (first introduced at the 2007 Seoul Auto show) and its name.
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2012 MINI Cooper Coupé First Impressions
Monday, September 12, 2011
We're hurtling down the runway of an ex-military airfield at 200 km/h in a John Cooper Works MINI Coupé. The driver's footwork is a blur, the car dances at the very limits of adhesion as we slide around the hairpin, staccato exhaust blatts punctuating every downshift.
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2012 Chrysler 300 First Impressions
Thursday, September 08, 2011
CHELSEA, Michigan - "Fun, huh?" Judging by the wan smile the young Chrysler marketing intern gave me, he was already regretting his decision to ask for a track ride-along.
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2012 Dodge Charger First Impressions
Wednesday, September 07, 2011
CHELSEA, Michigan - The revised 2011 Charger, with its svelter, coke-bottle figure, retro taillights and vastly improved interior, was somewhat of a "tweener" - a vehicle that bridged the gap between the introductory model and the newly released 2012.
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2012 MINI Cooper Coupe Preview
Tuesday, September 06, 2011
The 2012 MINI Cooper Coupe is the British brand's first two-seater and fifth car overall since returning to existence in 2001. And it aims to redefine the ''super-compact sports car''.
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2012 Ford Explorer EcoBoost First Impressions
Tuesday, August 30, 2011
I will go on record right now to say that I never truly liked the Ford Explorer. Now this could have something to do with the styling of previous models, or the fact that during my time managing detail shops, I had the distinct displeasure of preparing the first Eddie Bauer Edition for its debut at the Toronto Auto Show.
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2012 Buick Regal GS First Impressions
Monday, August 29, 2011
Years ago, I used to cover weekly cruise nights for the local newspaper. It was an enjoyable gig consisting of hours spent listening to endless stories from friendly old guys who owned Studebakers, Edsels and '57 Chevys.
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2012 Ford Edge EcoBoost First Impressions
Monday, August 29, 2011
The crossover market has become a busy place over the past few years; with escalating fuel prices, drivers start to question their need for a honking great SUV. Of course, this has given rise to a number of manufacturers jumping onto the bandwagon, and there are now probably more crossover vehicles being produced than there ever were SUVs.
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2012 Subaru Impreza Preview
Tuesday, August 09, 2011
We got a chance to drive the all-new 2012 Subaru Impreza last week in Victoria, and will have to wait until October before sharing our driving impressions. In the meantime, here's some detailed info on the new model.
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2011 Mitsubishi i-MiEV First Impressions
Friday, August 05, 2011
Finally, they have arrived. We've waited years for electric vehicles to find their way into dealerships, and within the next few months we'll be getting five of them: the Chevrolet Volt, the Nissan LEAF, the Ford Focus Electric, the Ford Transit Connect Electric and the subject of this test, Mitsubishi's diminutive i-MiEV.
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2012 Cadillac SRX First Impressions
Friday, July 29, 2011
SANTA BARBARA, California--There are some rough and hard-scrabble roads running through the foothills of the Santa Ynez Mountains. Too firm a suspension setup and the kidneys would be pummelled relentlessly; too soft, and there'd be grave danger of wallowing and rolling off one of the narrow corkscrew turns.
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2012 Bentley Continental GT review
Thursday, July 28, 2011
It's hard not to feel a tad jaded in our business. Every week I'm presented with a new vehicle, and sometimes it gets to be so mundane and humdrum, one car kind of just blending into the next. It's not that I mean for it to be like that, just that it happens--sad, but true. I love my job and I love cars, but in today's market, everyone is playing the one-up game, which means most cars are basically the same with a very few minute changes to make them stand out from the crowd--hopefully.
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2011 Kia Optima Hybrid First Impressions
Thursday, July 28, 2011
MONTREAL, Quebec-Kia's new mid-size sedan, which hit dealerships earlier this year, is selling well. So well in fact, that production in Korea can't keep up with demand. Soon, the Optima will be built alongside the Sorento in Kia's recently-established plant in Georgia.
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2012 Mercedes-Benz M-Class First Impressions
Monday, July 25, 2011
Introduced in 1997, the first Mercedes-Benz M-Class was one of the first mid-size luxury SUVs on the market, a segment that has grown substantially since then and has become very competitive.
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2012 Ford Transit Connect Electric First Impressions
Sunday, July 31, 2011
TORONTO, Ontario--Do you own a small downtown business, or perhaps a local delivery service? Then you may want to read this, because I've just experienced what I consider to be the answer to all your prayers: the new Ford Transit Connect Electric.
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2012 Volkswagen Beetle First Impressions
Thursday, July 14, 2011
BERLIN, Germany--History isn't something we auto journalists often talk about. Sure, the history of the automobile is fascinating and the reason we are where we are today in the market, but it's the future we look to most often. Well, this week I took a step back in time with Volkswagen, and I'm sure glad I did.
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2012 Buick LaCrosse eAssist First Impressions
Wednesday, July 06, 2011
PALO ALTO, California--"Call me anything you want," said this certain new Buick equipped with a small electric motor and a regular gasoline IC engine, "but just not hybrid".
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2012 Mercedes Benz SLK First Impressions
Monday, July 04, 2011
JASPER, Alberta-It takes only 20 seconds to unfurl the SLK's power hardtop from its nesting place in the trunk. A fraction of a minute is an eternity when you've got a black bear keeping pace with your tiny roadster, so close you could reach out and touch its shaggy hide. Fortunately, it wasn't the slightest bit interested in us, cutting in front and lumbering down the embankment to do whatever it is that bears do in the woods.
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2011 Volkswagen Golf GTI Edition 35 First Impressions
Friday, June 24, 2011
History tells us that 1976 was, as every year is, tumultuous, heart warming and exciting. That year, the Pittsburgh Steelers defeated the Dallas Cowboys in Super Bowl X, a pair of coal mine explosions killed 26 in Kentucky, the Toronto Blue Jays were created, North and South Vietnam united to form the Socialist Republic of Vietnam and the Viking 1 lander successfully landed on Mars.
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2012 Hyundai Genesis First Impressions
Thursday, June 23, 2011
LAS VEGAS, Nevada - Sometimes past experiences can be quite scarring and leave an impression we're not likely to forget anytime soon. Be it a traumatizing accident, the loss of something important or a crappy car. Trust me, it can be quite life-altering to own a car that's a piece of junk the moment you drive it home. And unfortunately, the make of that scarring vehicle will forever hold a tarnished place in your heart.
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2012 Hyundai Accent First Impressions
Wednesday, June 22, 2011
LAS VEGAS, Nevada--As the temperature read 106 °F on the dash and I looked out over the Hoover Dam from behind the wheel of my 5-door baby blue 2012 Hyundai Accent, I felt quite cool, calm and collected. Not only was the A/C keeping me comfortable, but so too was the vehicle.
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2011 Lotus Evora S First Impressions
Wednesday, June 15, 2011
Weight is the enemy. For the last 60 years, the Lotus brand has developed and engineered a succession of sports cars with weight reduction in mind. Or, if you prefer, an abstinence of weight.
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2012 Chevrolet Orlando Preview
Tuesday, June 14, 2011
The compact multipurpose vehicle market--or microvan, whatever you want to call it--is about to double its product offering. After the Mazda5 and the Kia Rondo, Ford will introduce its C-MAX and GM will launch the Chevrolet Orlando before the end of the year.
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2011 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible First Impressions
Friday, June 10, 2011
"Is this in the job description?" I asked my drive partner as laughingly, we reassured each other that we were indeed working. Instead of a stuffy cubicle, our work place today was the open cockpit of the 2011 Camaro Convertible headed towards cottage country.
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2013 Kia Cadenza Preview
Monday, June 13, 2011
For a car company that's enjoying steady market growth, it's hard to resist the temptation of taking on new challenges. The confidence gauge is redlining, the profits are falling from the sky and bonus-pumped product development staffers are targeting new market segments for the next onslaught.
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2012 Infiniti M Hybrid First Impressions
Thursday, June 02, 2011
VERNON, British Columbia-Infiniti has won the ALG award for residual value three years in a row, and has received several awards from Consumers Reports. Refinement and luxury are two words that are synonymous with the Infiniti name.
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2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe First Impressions
Friday, May 27, 2011
SEVILLE, Spain - Mercedes-Benz chose the historic city of Seville in which to introduce the world to their latest family member, the C-Class Coupe. Given Seville's rich history-which includes hosting Expo 1992-it was a fitting location and provided easy access to the rolling hills and scenic roads spanning Spain's Sierra Norte Nature Park.
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2012 BMW X1 xDrive28i First Impressions
Thursday, May 26, 2011
Time to add another not-quite-sure-what-segment-it-fits-into-but-it's-still-cool-and-I-think-I-want-one vehicle to the market. Sitting squarely on the heels of its Touring uncles and pulling on the coattails of its older siblings, the brand new 2012 BMW X1 xDrive28i is the Bavarian giant's latest entry into the compact SAV (that would be Sport Activity Vehicle) segment.
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2012 Subaru Impreza Preview
Wednesday, May 25, 2011
Subaru is one of the few companies I'm always eager to see unveil their latest models. Unlike most car manufacturers, their redesign and model overhauls are often dramatic, if nothing short of shocking, especially when it comes to exterior looks. Drastic facelifts have been the norm for Subaru over the years, and while the brand-new 2012 might not be sporting a shockingly different look, it's definitely gone through enough changes to attract attention.
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2012 Chevrolet Sonic Preview
Tuesday, May 31, 2011
After eight years without a major redesign, we're pretty sure no one will sob and wave their handkerchief when they'll see Chevy's Aveo leave its retirement party. Problematic build quality, lacklustre fuel economy and an arguable lack of competitiveness sealed the car's fate way back in 2004, despite constant yet insignificant improvements.bien qu'insignifiantes.
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2012 Buick Verano Preview
Friday, May 27, 2011
Buick's quest to attract an increasingly younger customer base continues with
an entry-level, compact sedan based on the same Delta II platform underpinning the Chevrolet Cruze.
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