Test Drive: 2012 Nissan Sentra 2.0 S
Jan 27, 2012
Though it's due to be redesigned soon, the current Nissan Sentra is a class-leader in one particular area.
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Read More >Motoring Memories: Unit construction
Jan 27, 2012
Lighter, stronger and safer than body-on-frame construction, unit construction is now almost universal for passenger cars.
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Read More >X3 outperforms Evoque with Consumer Reports
Jan 26, 2012
Although it defeated the BMW X3 for North American Truck of the Year at the 2012 Detroit Auto Show, the Range Rover Evoque scored much lower than its rival in road tests by Consumer Reports. Continue reading →
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Read More >'Common knowledge,' not facts, drive consumers
Jan 26, 2012
More than 40 per cent of new-vehicle buyers avoided a particular model due to "conventional wisdom" or "common knowledge" of its quality or reliability, rather than personal experience, reviews, ratings or recommendations, according to J.D. Power and Associates.
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Read More >Toyo tires under recall
Jan 26, 2012
Transport Canada has issued its latest recall, which may affect some Toyo tires.
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Read More >Firestone brings back Fuel Fighter brand
Jan 26, 2012
Fuel Fighter, Firestone's fuel-efficient trademark, will be returning to the market. Continue reading →
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Read More >RV vacations can be cheapest options
Jan 26, 2012
A vacation in a recreational vehicle (RV) can be up to 78 per cent cheaper than other forms of travel, according to a new family vacation cost comparison study commissioned by Go RVing Canada.
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Read More >Used Vehicle Review: Porsche 911, 2009-2011
Jan 26, 2012
There's little statistical data about the 911's reliability history, but 911 owner forums point to a few problem areas.
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Read More >Day-by-Day Review: 2012 Mazda3 GS-Sky; Day 3
Jan 26, 2012
Though the Mazda3 was last redesigned in 2010, it still has one of the best interiors in its class. So far, James says the new six-speed transmission is a keeper.
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Read More >Preview: 2012 Fiat 500 Abarth
Jan 26, 2012
Coming this Spring, the Fiat 500 Abarth is the new definition of affordable performance, says Greg Wilson.
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Read More >Auto-driving car 'trains' pass first test
Jan 25, 2012
Göteborg, Sweden – A series of cars driving themselves behind a lead vehicle has successfully completed the first test demonstrations of a multiple vehicle platoon. Volvo is the participating car manufacturer in the SARTRE (Safe Road Trains for the Environment) … Continue reading →
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Read More >Peer pressure can cause teens to crash
Jan 25, 2012
Peer pressure from passengers in the vehicle may affect a teen driver's behaviour just before a serious crash, according to two studies by the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and State Farm.
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Read More >Nissan plans $2 billion plant in Mexico
Jan 25, 2012
Nissan will invest up to US$2 billion to build an all-new manufacturing complex in Aguascalientes, Mexico to support its Americas growth strategy. Continue reading →
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Read More >New fuel rules will make cars unaffordable
Jan 25, 2012
Proposed U.S. fuel economy rules will mean that seven million Americans will not be able to afford to buy a new car or truck in 2025, according to the National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA).
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Read More >'Driving assistant' cell phone app warns drivers
Jan 25, 2012
A new "driving assistant" has been developed, using GPS to alert potentially distracted drivers through their cell phones when they approach stop lights, railroad and school crossings, and hazardous road conditions. Continue reading →
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