Tests and Features

The holiday season is already here, and many of us are still trying to figure out what to buy for family and friends. Here at the Car Guide, we’ve taken the liberty of drawing up a list of books that any car enthusiast would be happy to receive. Our research …

Mazda recently implemented its ambitious SKYACTIV technological program, which aims to reduce fuel consumption while improving handling and fun. The first salvo was fired in September 2010 during a presentation of this technology’s ins and outs to journalists. The CX-5, whose prototype was unveiled at the Geneva Auto Show in …

Any time I’m offered the chance to drive a Jeep Wrangler, I accept with pleasure. Why? Quite simply, the Wrangler is very different from the other vehicles that I normally get to drive and, most importantly, it gives me a feeling of freedom and power. I feel like I’m driving …

When it comes to building big, comfortable, and eminently capable grand touring cars, no one can hold a candle to the cars that have come out of Germany. And how could they? With a long standing tradition of moving across their countryside unhindered by the obsessive convention of speed limits …

Although the Nissan Leaf is manufactured in small quantities and most models have already been purchased by the time they come off the production line, we were still able to get our hands on one for a week-long test drive. And while we were at it, we decided to have …

One of the first questions people ask me about small cars is, “How does this vehicle handle in winter?” They already know that the car isn’t terribly roomy, that its performances are respectable at best given the modest engine power, and that its fuel consumption is very economical. But for …

When BMW first announced that they intended to bring the Mini brand back onto the market, there were two main sticking points for most enthusiasts: the news that the upcoming Mini Cooper would be marketed and priced as a premium compact hatchback, and the idea that one of Britain's most …

After a few months on the market, the Ford Focus has already won its fair share of awards. It’s pretty easy to see why, given the car’s overall quality, very modern appearance and the fact that you can add a substantial amount of equipment. However, I discovered several annoying features …

With the Honda CR-V approaching its sweet sixteen, it seemed like a good time for some changes. This little freshly revamped SUV has enjoyed a lot of success since its launch in 1997. And it intends to remain a leader in its category. Following the old adage, “if it ain’t …