Tests and Features
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Test Drives
The 2011 Honda Civic Sedan: An Old Favourite, or Just Old?
Few cars are more ubiquitous than this: the Honda Civic. Still a relatively fresh face around Canadian roads, the latest Civic’s Pug-faced countenance is far less dramatic than it was when it debuted just a few years ago, and is obviously well-accepted by many Canadians as the car is, just … Full story
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Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG: A classic reincarnated with a devilish engine!
The launch of a Mercedes with butterfly doors is an extremely rare event. The first was the 300 SL, nicknamed "Gullwing," unveiled at the 1954 New York Auto Show. Half a century would pass before its descendant appeared, the new SLS AMG. Denis Duquet, Editor in Chief of Car Guide, … Full story
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2011 Chevy Camaro RS: Can You Have Your Cake and Eat It Too?
I can remember it like it was yesterday; it’s flat green paint looking distinctly haggard in the gleaming sun, the creased front fender leeching the rainbow hues of iron oxide down its flanks. Inside, the interior appeared to be unchanged since its creation in 1970, the familiar four speed shifter … Full story
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First Drives
2011 Hyundai Elantra: a quick look
Hyundai has just presented the new Elantra to the Canadian press. Distinctly more modern than the vintage it is replacing, this new sedan is right in line with the latest trends. In other words, it’s bigger, more powerful and better equipped – and offered at the same price! Under the … Full story
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2011 Cadillac CTS Coupe: Dramatic or Drama Queen?
Good looking cars are few and far between these days. With development costs nearing astronomical levels and an economy that hasn’t quite leveled off completely, each new car represents a massive gamble on the part of the manufacturer. Vehicles like Nissan’s Cube, a controversially styled but lovable box on wheels … Full story
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2011 Scion tC: The sportiest Toyota
You may have noticed a new line of vehicles bearing the Scion logo rolling into Canada for 2011. This brand has been available in the U.S. since 2003 and is a division of Toyota. Scion is geared to a younger clientele, not just because of its models, but also because … Full story
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The 2010 Infiniti G37x: An All-Wheel Drive Alternative
Vancouver is, in nearly every way, a bubble. One of the most temperate cities found north of the 49th parallel and possessing of some of the most desirable urban scenery to be found, its nickname of “Hollywood North” is much deserved for more than just the city’s tie to the … Full story
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2011 Infiniti G25, the most affordable Infiniti!
For 2011, Infiniti is introducing two new additions to its G line-up – one at either end of the spectrum. The G Coupe IPL takes the top position in terms of performance and sportivity, while the new entry-level model is the G25. The G25 puts Infiniti in a better position … Full story
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2011 Kia Forte5: A sedan with a bigger trunk
Not so long ago, Kia replaced the Spectra with a pretty sedan, the Forte. Since then and only since then have the words "pretty" and "Kia" been allowed in the same sentence. Next, the Korean brand launched the aptly named Forte Koup, a coupe derived from the sedan. And following … Full story
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Cadillac CTS Sport Wagon: The family beauty
Since making its comeback, Cadillac (which belongs to GM) has been trying to revive its noble history by taking on the BMWs, Mercedes-Benzes and Audis of the world. All these prestigious brands offer wagon versions of their intermediate sedans (BMW 5-Series Touring, which strangely became the Gran Turismo, Mercedes-Benz E-Class … Full story