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2019 Nissan Altima: Finally Standing Out3.5/5

After years of declining Altima sales in Canada, Nissan has finally taken the bull by the horns. 2019 sees not only the arrival of the sixth generation of this midsize sedan, but also the addition of all-wheel drive. Finally some Competition for the Subaru Legacy! In the midsize sedan segment, …October 5, 2018

2019 Ford Edge: Focusing on What Pays Well3.5/5

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah – Let’s say you’re the owner of a muffin company and you notice your raspberry and blueberry muffins aren’t selling all too well. What do you do? You make bigger muffins and sell them at a lower price? And what if that doesn’t work? You remove …October 5, 2018

2019 Mercedes-AMG E 53 Coupe: Fun and Surprises

AUSTIN, Texas – I hate to break this to you, Mercedes-Benz, but your E-Class has often been dull—despite the fact that it boasts numerous great qualities recognized the world over. This critique doesn’t apply to the AMG versions, of course, nor to the discreet and nonetheless unbelievable E 63 S …October 3, 2018

2019 Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupe: All Bases Covered4.5/5

AUSTIN, Texas – About a dozen years ago, when Mercedes-Benz first introduced the CLS, a thoroughbred among sedans, it represented a radical departure from the classic sedan formula. Built on the same architecture as the E-Class, the CLS was not only beautiful, but it handled better and was more fun …October 2, 2018

2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class: Thrilling!4.5/5

The Mercedes-Benz A-Class was exclusively offered in Europe not so long ago, but now it’s crossing the Atlantic to become the Silver Star’s new entry-level model. While it isn’t replacing the B-Class in the pecking order, it is forcing the latter’s retirement in Canada at the end of the 2019 …October 2, 2018

2019 BMW X5: Technological Evolution4.0/5

ATLANTA, Georgia – while some manufacturers are just entering the luxury SUV segments, BMW is celebrating the 20th anniversary of its midsize X5. Now in its fourth generation, this utility vehicle has changed a lot over the years, yet retains a resemblance to the original model that hit the market …September 27, 2018

2019 Audi Q3: Premium Class, Compact Size4.5/5

Bolzano, Italy – With the second-generation Q3, Audi has created a compact SUV that is loaded with tech, and qualifies as a genuine premium vehicle with a cabin that is unmatched for refinement in this segment. More on that later, but first, here are the basics. The new Q3 is …September 24, 2018

2019 Lincoln Nautilus : A Fresh Start3.5/5

SANTA BARBARA, California – Lincoln isn't shy when talking about prior mistakes. I'm not talking about the amount of money thrown at Academy Award-winning actor Matthew McConaughey to be their spokesperson, which at least got some attention; more about their product line in the mid-to-late 2000 decade. “Lincoln is on …September 21, 2018

2019 Cadillac XT4: The Daunting Task of Attracting Younger Buyers4.0/5

SEATTLE, Washington – When thinking of Cadillac, I’m sure you don’t immediately associate the brand with a young demographic. That’s why when it was time for GM’s luxury division to commercialize its first subcompact SUV, the XT4, it had a steeper hill to climb than its rivals. How do you …September 17, 2018

Exclusive Mercedes-Benz EQ: The Silver Star Goes Electric

The E and the Q in small, bluish letters on the front fenders of this vehicle indicate that this is an intelligent electric vehicle with advanced technological capabilities. EQ represents the dawn of a new era for Mercedes-Benz. Just this week, the automaker is unveiling the first of 10 new …September 14, 2018

2019 Lexus UX: What You Need to Know4.0/5

Just over five years ago, Lexus was still targeting an older clientele looking for a luxurious and extremely comfortable vehicle.Facing the same challenges as Lincoln and Cadillac, Lexus began a transformation with an emphasis on design. The resulting lineup is much more appealing. For 2019, Toyota’s luxury brand is throwing …September 14, 2018

2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter: Seeking to Dominate the North-American Fleet Market

CHARLESTON, South Carolina – It was inside a gigantic, and all-new, 1.5-million square-foot assembly plant that Mercedes-Benz unveiled its latest cargo van. The factory, which sits just outside of the very charming city of Charleston, in South Carolina, currently employs 900 people and represents a 500-million-dollar investment for Mercedes-Benz. The …September 7, 2018

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