Automotive

Mazda6 gets a 2016 update but same ‘Zoom-Zoom’ By | July 3, 2015
The Mazda6 starts at $24,495 for the base version with manual transmission. The fully loaded 6 GT with the six speed automatic and the technology package starts at $35,095.
Honda CR-V By | July 1, 2015
A very adaptable vehicle that makes an impressive family vehicle.
AutoTrader survey finds road rage worst in New Brunswick, least in Quebec By | June 25, 2015
One quarter of all Canadians who responded to the survey admitted that speed is a pet peeve
Lincoln MKC a small but major step forward for automaker By | June 25, 2015
Direct competitors to the MKC include Lexus' new NX 200t, as well as the small SUV/crossovers from BMW, Mercedes-Benz and Audi.
Mercedes and Lexus offer very different takes on little wagons By | June 18, 2015
Obviously, either of these cars should serve their owners well, and for a long time, and they both perform the same basic functions, though in very different ways
Kia Sportage offers good power, features, value By | June 11, 2015
The Kia Sportage starts at a reasonable $22,995 Canadian for the base LX trim level model, with front wheel drive
Road test: Peugeot RCZ By | June 3, 2015
I first drove the Peugeot RCZ in 2010 when it launched. Being back behind the wheel of this facelifted version is like being reunited with a long lost friend.
Jaguar XJ sedan a classy and engaging beast By | June 2, 2015
This is one Jaguar that doesn't pussyfoot around!
Mercedes-Benz shows off its remarkably capable 4x4 Sprinter By | May 8, 2015
I came away from the demo quite impressed with the Sprinter 4x4s' performance
Entry level Honda gets an annoying update By | May 8, 2015
The Honda Fit starts at $14,575 Canadian. Honda Canada's sample wore the top line EX L-Navi trim level (there's also DX, LX and EX) and started at $23,011.25.
Motoring: Volvo V60 By | April 29, 2015
Overall the V60 is a fantastic vehicle with a comfortable driving position. Not only is it great for the family it provides smart executive transport, too.
Toyota Prius c and v offer fuel economy, low emissions and not much else By | April 24, 2015
If you're having trouble sleeping, a stint behind the wheel of a Prius may just cure it.
Acura TLX: blending two cars into a different type of hybrid By | April 16, 2015
It's nice to see Honda/Acura getting its styling ducks in order again, and I hope the TLX does well for them. It's a very nice car.
Porsche Macan Turbo: fast family hauler By | April 9, 2015
It's a fantastic vehicle, one of the sportiest SUV's you can find yet still roomy enough to carry the family and its stuff practically anywhere you might want to take it
Toyota Yaris gets a 2015 tweaking By | April 2, 2015
For 2015, the Yaris gets a styling upgrade inside and out, with a new front end that looks like the little car wants to be an Avalon when it grows up
Interstellar wormholes its way onto Blu-ray By | April 2, 2015
Visions of Kubrick's masterpiece 2001 kept going through my head while watching Interstellar, which is high praise, but I believe Christopher Nolan's movie is the more accessible of the two
Motoring: Honda Civic By | April 1, 2015
The Civic has been awarded a five-star EuroNCAP rating thanks to its plethora of safety equipment including adaptive cruise control and collision mitigation – which applies the brakes if it thinks you’re about to crash.
Acura flagship sedan causes rethink for hybrid denier By | March 20, 2015
The Acura RDX Sport Hybrid SH-AWD lists for $69,990 Canadian, plus the usual fees etc.
Toyota gives Camry a refresh that gives one pause By | March 13, 2015
Toyota has come up with a Camry that even enthusiasts can drive reasonably happily, without resorting to wearing a paper bag over their heads. Who'd have thunk!
VW Golf re-in-car-nated for its new generation By | March 6, 2015
The new Golf is the first Volkswagen to be built on the company's, "extremely advanced" MQB platform that's lighter and stronger than previous generations, which means better handling and less fuel consumption
Lexus RC 350 ‘F-spires’ to sportiness By | February 27, 2015
It's hard not to like the RC 350. It offers a lot of comfort and technology, and it'll probably be discovered by alien archaeologists in about a thousand years, still running
Ford gives its innovative F-150 an icy reception in Quebec By | February 27, 2015
Ford's F-150 is available in a dizzying number of versions, starting with the lowest end XL regular cab 4x2 ($21,399) to the top line Platinum Super Crew 4x4 ($66,999)
Motoring: Honda Civic Tourer By | February 25, 2015
The Tourer is certainly visually appealing and looks decidedly futuristic, which is surprising for an estate car, which so often looks the poor relation when compared to its hatchback or saloon variants.
Enhancing your love’s life through technology this Valentine’s Day By | February 13, 2015
You may have tried many ways to show your love on Valentine's Day, and are now running out of ideas.
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BMW 4 series Gran Coupe: a five door two door? By | February 13, 2015
This 4 series Gran Coupe is probably my favorite of the BMW's I've driven over the past coupe of years (not that I've driven anywhere close to all of them), for its great exterior design and wonderful flexibility
Ford GT super car to be built in Canada By | February 13, 2015
Multimatic of Markham, Ontario, near Toronto, will build the Ford GT with a carbon fiber body
Lexus NX a terrific entry level luxury ute By | February 5, 2015
Lexus' newest SUV, the NX 200, is sized like the RAV4 but since it's a Lexus it ups the luxury ante substantially over the popular Toyota ute
Ford Focuses on performance and winter driving skills By | February 5, 2015
Ford is doing its bit to help people get comfortable and efficient in winter driving and they invited me out to their "Winter Driving School" held on a snowy open area at Canada Olympic Park
Motoring: VW Golf SV By | February 4, 2015
Overall, while there is a feeling of quality and robustness about the vehicle one cannot help feeling that it is lacking some useful features that would be really appreciated.
Mercedes-Benz creates a nice new ‘cute ute’ By | January 29, 2015
The GLA isn't meant as a serious off roader, which makes it pretty much like most of its competition, but for those looking for a classy, premium SUV that won't break the bank, the GLA deserves to be on your list of test drives.