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2016 Honda Accord: Modern And Reassuring4.0/5

Updating the Accord always seems to pose a problem for Honda. Since it’s the segment bestseller and has been loved by consumers for nine solid generations, the Japanese automaker has to be very careful about what they do it. On the one hand, too few updates can push buyers to …October 22, 2015

Mercedes-Benz Steering Assist: Teslas Aren’t The Only Cars That Can Drive Themselves

EV automaker Tesla made the headlines last week by introducing a Model S equipped with its Autopilot system. The system uses radar, cameras and a bunch of sensors to automatically control the car’s steering. The automotive press talked about it, of course, but Tesla isn’t actually the first one to …October 21, 2015

Android Auto: The Worst In-Car Interface I've Ever Used

Android Auto is an unmitigated disaster. There, I've said it. After experiencing the new interface for linking your smartphone to your vehicle's infotainment system (which is increasingly available across the industry) in the 2016 Kia Optima, I can honestly state that it's not something I'd ever want to use, and …October 21, 2015

2016 Volkswagen Passat: We’re Driving It This Week

The German brand’s midsize sedan gets a significant update for the 2016 model year, including fresh styling, a new interior and an infotainment system with plenty of connectivity features. The Car Guide will be heading to Vermont to try out the 2016 Volkswagen Passat which, at launch, will offer two …October 20, 2015

Porsche Performance Tour: Das Gute Leben

Porsche offers two different programs for driving enthusiasts: Camp4 and the Performance Tour. The first one is a surreal winter driving experience; on the Mecaglisse circuit north of Montreal, participants learn the basics of controlled skids. Porsche has been offering this program for a while now, and returns every year …October 20, 2015

2016 Honda Civic: We're Driving It This Week

This week The Car Guide is heading to Toronto, Ontario to drive the 2016 Honda Civic. The redesigned Civic has been given a fresh look in an effort to spruce up its curb appeal, and it also boats a larger platform and a bigger interior that benefits from the car's …October 19, 2015

First Drive: 2016 Chevrolet Volt

I like to think of myself as my own person, with my own thoughts and opinions. But it's tough to argue with a good idea. Like Brad's about which is the best electric vehicle on the market: The Chevrolet Volt. Whereas other EVs struggle with the daunting issue of range …October 19, 2015

2016 Kia Optima: Staying The Course4.0/5

In the thin air of Aspen, Colorado's peaks, which range in height from two and a half to a full four kilometres above sea level, I discovered that it can be advantageous to bring along your own oxygen. Even the slightest physical exertion during my time there driving the all-new …October 19, 2015

Choosing The Right Tire for Your Light Truck

Given the many types and sizes on the market, it’s only natural to wonder what the best choice is when looking for replacement tires. Most importantly, in order to retain the original driving and safety characteristics of your truck, it’s best to stick with manufacturer-recommended tire sizes. These are normally …October 19, 2015

New Safety Systems: Explore And Learn

These days, almost all cars come with advanced safety systems designed to prevent accidents or protect passengers in case of impact. Recently, major advancements have been made with electronic safety systems, like those that alert you if there’s a car in your blind spot. Adaptive cruise control automatically adjusts the …October 19, 2015

2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE Coupe: The New Macho SUV4.0/5

Back in 2003, Infiniti literally created a new species of SUV by introducing the FX, a vehicle that blended the style and characteristics of a sport coupe with those of a utility vehicle. BMW joined in a few years ago with the X6, certainly the most notorious model of that …October 16, 2015

2015 Subaru WRX STI: Honing The Edge4.0/5

It's been a year since the 2016 Subaru WRX STI received its most recent redesign, but unlike its less-endowed WRX platform-mate it's no longer operating in a class of one. Whereas the base WRX faces no real direct competitors at its price point, the introduction of the Volkswagen Golf R …October 15, 2015

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