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Flyin’ Miata Injects Some Juice into the Mazda MX-5

Anyone who drove a new Mazda MX-5 can tell you the sleek roadster is one of the most enjoyable, brand-new vehicles on the road. Its steering is responsive, the car weighs pretty much nothing and it can go around corners at impressive speeds. However, power isn’t THAT impressive. While the …August 3, 2016

The Best App for Drivers

Technology/Autonomous Vehicles

We live in a world where almost everything can be done on your smartphone. And while it’s illegal to text while driving, there are some really interesting applications for drivers out there. To find your way around, is it better to use a portable GPS or a mobile app? After …August 2, 2016

2017 Toyota C-HR: a Glimpse of the Cockpit

Some time ago, we presented images of Toyota’s new urban SUV, the C-HR. The automaker initially planned to bring it to the U.S. and Canadian markets under the Scion banner, but after announcing the termination of the brand, the little utility vehicle will wear a Toyota badge. Like in the …August 1, 2016

A Sportier Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid for Japan

The 2016 Subaru Crosstrek is an affordable, versatile compact crossover that’s well suited to the rigours of our Canadian winters, and is a popular model in the brand’s lineup. However, the Crosstrek Hybrid version isn’t as interesting, with its rather high $30,495 MSRP and marginal fuel economy improvement. The 148-hp, …July 29, 2016

Audi virtual cockpit replaces a traditional instrument panel

Technology/Autonomous Vehicles

Audi is seeking to innovate the good old driver instrument panel by replacing conventional needles with modern screen technology. Called Audi virtual cockpit, this configurable interface first appeared in the 2016 Audi TT, and will make its way into various other of the brand’s products, such as the new-generation A4. July 29, 2016

You Can’t Have a 2016 Ford Focus RS

We only wish we were kidding. The Focus RS has done the rounds on the web for the better part of a year now, and as both the hype and the anticipation grew, potential buyers began salivating and placing orders. For lovers of hot hatchbacks and hooning, the Focus RS …July 29, 2016

Cadillac adds Carbon Black Sport Package to 2017 ATS and CTS

A new trim package called Carbon Black will be available on select versions of the 2017 Cadillac ATS, in both coupe and sedan body styles, as well as the 2017 Cadillac CTS. On the ATS Luxury and Premium Luxury editions, the Carbon Black sport package adds a black chrome grille, …July 28, 2016

A Glimpse of the New BMW 5 Series

We’ve been waiting a long time for the new-generation BMW 5 Series to appear, and it seems like it’s finally coming along. However, the German manufacturer is using the midsize luxury sedan to develop a new fully automated, optical measuring cell concept. A robot arm on each side of the …July 28, 2016

Tesla’s Gigafactory Now Open for Business

This might be an event that will mark the history of the automobile. Tesla’s Gigafactory battery plant is now operational. Even if the five-billion-dollar plant isn’t 100% completed, and far from it, it can nonetheless start producing battery packs. The gigantic complex will practically double the world’s lithium battery production …July 27, 2016

Recall Notice for the Chrysler 200, the Jeep Cherokee, the Jeep Renegade and the Ram ProMaster City

Transport Canada recently announced a recall notice regarding a problem with the nine-speed automatic transmission of certain FCA models. In some cases, the transmission wire harness could have been improperly crimped, and as a result, the lever could unexpectedly shift into neutral. If that happens, the vehicle would obviously lose …July 27, 2016

The 2017 Nissan Titan lineup grows

In order to be a player in the pickup segment, customization is a must. In other words, a buyer of said truck must be able to “build” a pickup in his or her image. Nissan’s working hard at convincing picky and loyal truck buyers to look their way. The addition …July 27, 2016

What’s popular with the younger generation

Technology/Autonomous Vehicles

Over the last five years, manufacturers have been stepping up their offer with some very interesting options. Once considered luxuries, these nice-to-haves are now included in more affordable cars. So, what do members of the 30-and-under set hope to find in their next car? As a member of this demographic, …July 26, 2016

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