Tests and Features

Test Drives2013 Scion tC Release Series 8.0: A Tale Of Two Coupes3.5/5
There's a fine line between a sports car and a sporty car. The former is typically represented by focused models like the Mazda MX-5 Miata and the Chevrolet Corvette, automobiles that make sacrifices in certain areas so as to keep curb weights low, handling tight, and acceleration lively. The latter …
Test DrivesHe said, she said: Test driving the Mazda CX-5
The premise of the “He Said, She Said” chronicle is simple: we lend a press vehicle to a couple to test drive extensively for two weeks giving the two participants only one order: to take note of all of their impressions, both good and bad. Both test drivers have to …
Features and TipsThe Car Guide's Top 10 Automotive Stories Of 2012
10. NASCAR Moves To Fuel Injection The most popular racing series in the United States stole a precious arrow from the quiver of haters around the world in 2012 when it moved from using carburetors to fuel injection in all Sprint Cup stock cars. Carburetion has long been one of …
First Drives2013 Mercedes-Benz B-Class: Compact luxury and power4.0/5
The Mercedes-Benz B-Class has been offered in Canada since 2006, and its second-generation arrives this month at dealerships. Forget everything you know about the previous B-Class though, because the car has undergone a complete transformation. This little luxury compact whose only true rivals are the Audi A3 and the Lexus …
Test Drives2013 Chevrolet Spark: GM's Subcompact Gamble4.0/5
The 2013 Chevrolet Spark would seem to be tailor-made to satisfy the needs of Canadian drivers looking for a cheap, fuel efficient hatchback to help them navigate urban traffic. Slotting in under the Chevrolet Sonic hatchback in both price and size, the Spark makes a play for customers turned off …
First Drives2013 SRT Viper: More bite than ever4.0/5
The original Viper was the lovechild of four die-hards who wanted to create a modern version of the diabolical Shelby Cobra. Among them were Bob Lutz (who at the time was one of the grand poobahs at Chrysler) and the legendary Carroll Shelby (father of the original reptile and all …
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