First Drives
2014 Kia Rondo: Less Powerful, But More Fully-Loaded3.5/5
2014 Kia Rondo: Less Powerful, But More Fully-Loaded3.5/5Only the name remains from generations of the Kia Rondo past. Arriving at dealerships as we speak, it’s nothing like the Rondo we’ve come to know, except for its compact, family-oriented nature and the fact that it can seat up to seven passengers. Oh, and true to the Korean tradition, …
Test Drives
2013 Subaru Impreza WRX: One Last Look At An Icon4.5/5
2013 Subaru Impreza WRX: One Last Look At An Icon4.5/5It didn’t take long for the Subaru WRX to become an affordable performance icon. Right from the time it was introduced in 2002, this Japanese rocket has been wooing young and old alike with its combination of turbocharged power, all-wheel drive, and a rally-inspired suspension. No, the boy-racer looks haven’t …
Test Drives
2013 Porsche Cayenne: Something For Everyone4.0/5
2013 Porsche Cayenne: Something For Everyone4.0/5Despite all of the criticism initially levelled by purists, the Porsche Cayenne has been a master stroke by the Stuttgart-based manufacturer since it was introduced 10 years ago. This mid-size SUV has contributed immensely to Porsche’s profitability and markedly increased the brand’s sales figures. Many other manufacturers have since created …
Blog
Welcome to the all-new The Car Guide website!
Welcome to the all-new The Car Guide website!Welcome to the new The Car Guide website! We know what you are thinking: the sky has fallen, and someone has completely re-designed your favourite automotive website. Sleeker, more modern, but still just as informative, The Car Guide is better than ever. Larger photos, easier-to-read articles, and a longer list …
First Drives
2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK250 Bluetec: Is diesel really a cure-all?4.0/5
2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK250 Bluetec: Is diesel really a cure-all?4.0/5At Mercedes-Benz, the GLK compact SUV is second in sales behind the very popular C-Class, so it’s no surprise that the famous German brand is taking special care of it. Unveiled in 2009, the GLK was due for a minor facelift. They used the usual recipe as before, but played …
Test Drives
2013 BMW 335i xDrive: BMW's All-Around MVP4.5/5
2013 BMW 335i xDrive: BMW's All-Around MVP4.5/5For two decades the standard-bearer of the BMW brand has been the 3 Series, a versatile model available in coupe, sedan, convertible, and even wagon body styles. The German marque has also thrown nearly every conceivable drivetrain at this entry-level luxury car, with only rotary power absent from the list …
Technology
Mazda i-Activsense, a technology that can prevent accidents - and save lives
Mazda i-Activsense, a technology that can prevent accidents - and save livesMazda revamped the Mazda6 for 2014, improving efficiency and reducing fuel consumption by applying Skyactiv technology to the body and drivetrain. The company has also improved safety by applying i-Activsense safety technologies in a package that can include up to eight different driver aids. There’s no better way to test …




