Test Drives

The S60 was the first to break Volvo’s "shoebox" mould. In producing a sedan shaped like a coupe, this Swedish automaker set out to revolutionize its brand. What seemed like a daring move has proven to be a wise decision, as the S60 was an instant hit and its popularity …

At 110 kilometres per hour, it barely felt like it was stretching its legs. Sloughing off the assaults of a buffeting crosswind and impervious to the needling of the irregular pavement surface, there was no doubt in my mind that BMW’s obviously expansive engineering department spent a significant amount of …

Lexus owes its renown mainly to its reliability, and despite its owner Toyota’s recent setbacks, these two Japanese companies remain more reliable than the average. And it’s precisely that reliability that gives Lexus a clear advantage over the other – mostly German – prestige brands. Indeed, German cars are not …

In the warmth of the summer sun, with dry pavement below your feet and miles of visibility above, a 911 Turbo is not the frightening monster that many a scribe has made it out to be. Oh sure, it’s faster than a speeding neuron and vastly capable of outstripping your …

Launched in Europe in 2008, the Fiat 500 makes its North American debut this spring. If Chrysler’s predictions are correct, most units of the Cinquecento sold in Canada will be sold in Quebec, where more than half of the country’s Fiat dealerships are located. And many Fiat dealers are hoping …

Auto journalists are often asked about their favourite cars – call it an occupational hazard. My response is always the same: although exotic cars turn heads, sport sedans capture my heart. With all that performance and convenience, sport sedans combine the best of all worlds. While the BMW M3 or …

The first time I saw the RVR was at the 2010 New York Auto Show. As I approached the Mitsubishi stand, I noticed what looked to be a small Outlander. In fact, it was nearly identical to the Outlander, except for some differences, such as size and certain aspects of …

Introduced in 2007, the Mazda CX-7 has created some tough competition in the compact SUV segment, rivaling other choice models. The CX-7 sets itself apart with dynamic style and sportiness thanks to its "zoom-zoom" heritage. You might even consider it a long-legged sports car. Last year, a few cosmetic changes …

I love my car. It’s an old Land Rover that may not be the prettiest thing on the road, and it definitely isn’t fast, but it does absolutely everything I could ever ask a vehicle to do. It’ll get me to my destination, regardless of what lies between there and …

Just like people, some vehicles have evolved better than others. Torture me if you must, but I’ll never tell you which individuals still have Neanderthal-like characteristics. Fortunately, there are those who raise humanity to noble heights – from Las Vegas singers, entrepreneurial visionaries or Nobel Prize winners. The BMW 5 …