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Day-by-Day Review: 2010 Ford Mustang GT; Day 3
The Mustang's interior really impresses, says James, with great lighting and fit and finish that is much improved over the previous 'Stang. While it's not perfect, this car's interior is very comfortable for long-haul driving.
Used Vehicle Review: Toyota Celica, 2000-2005
The Toyota Celica may fall short of Toyota’s usual reliability, and a used one will cost more to buy than some competitors, says Contributing Editor Chris Chase, but it’s “it’s still one of the most durable affordable sporty cars available.”
Test Drive: 2009 Mercedes-Benz B200 Turbo
Freshened styling and an upgraded interior are new for 2009, but the big story remains the B-Class’ generous passenger and cargo space, says reviewer Gerry Frechette. The turbo model is “the way to go if the budget allows,” he says.
Inside Story: 2009 Honda Civic Sport
Michael Clark works very hard to find anything needing improvement on the 2009 Honda Civic Sport, and comes up with a very short list on this “attractive appliance” of a vehicle that topped Canadian auto sales in 2008.
What's New: 2009 Infiniti M35/45
For 2009, the rear-wheel drive M35 is discontinued leaving the all-wheel drive Infiniti M35x which now features a new, more powerful 303-hp 3.5-litre engine. The 2009 lineup now includes the V6-powered M35x, and V8-powered M45 Sport and M45x.
First Drive: 2010 Ford Taurus SHO
For a big car, the Taurus SHO feels small behind the wheel, says Senior Editor, Paul Williams. “It's nimble in corners…but it is a tall vehicle, and heavy, so don't expect an exotic sports car experience,” he says.
Feature: Which cars are built in Canada?
Although Canada doesn’t have what you could call a “Canadian car,” many models are built here. For some consumers, this is a consideration when making a purchase decision. To help out, we’ve compiled a list of vehicles “Made in Canada.”
Auto Tech: 2010 Taurus technology
The redesigned 2010 Ford Taurus includes some advanced technological features, says Technical Editor, Jim Kerr. For example, a programmable microchip in the ignition key allows parents to limit the car’s top speed when their teenage children are driving it.
What's New: 2010 Toyota Corolla
Completely redesigned for 2009, the Toyota Corolla has few changes for 2010. Most notable is that stability control, previously standard only on the XRS, is now standard on the S and LE, and optional on the base CE model.
First Drive: 2010 Toyota Camry and Highlander four-cylinder models
The 2010 Toyota Camry and 2010 Toyota Highlander offer new four-cylinder engines with the seemingly incompatible improvements of increased horsepower and better fuel economy, reports Contributing Editor, Chris Chase. A new six-speed automatic transmission gets some of the credit, he says.
Opinion: Is Toyota sending out mixed messages?
Toyota’s 2010 lineup of vehicles emphasizes fuel efficiency, so why is Toyota’s advertising campaign for the new Prius focusing on geewiz technology that most buyers don’t really need, asks Managing Editor, Grant Yoxon?
Steering You Right: Speeding ticket accuracy
While challenging a speeding ticket in court, Peter noticed that the police officer had filled in two blank boxes on the original ticket that were blank on his copy. Was this a reason to have the ticket cancelled, he wondered?
What's New: 2010 Chevrolet Camaro
For 2010, Chevrolet resurrects the name of its most famous muscle car, following a seven-year hiatus. The rear-wheel drive Camaro is available with a 3.6-litre V6 and two 6.2-litre V8 engines. Base MSRPs range from $26,995 to $40,995.
Test Drive: 2009 Mazda CX-7 GT
A lower price and standard all-wheel drive make the 2009 Mazda CX-7 GT a better value this year, says Editor-in-chief, Greg Wilson. “The CX-7 combines car-like performance and SUV-like utility in a very handsome and distinctive package.”
Motoring Memories: NSU Wankel Spider, 1964-1967
The first production car to use a Wankel rotary engine, the NSU Spider was a small, two-passenger convertible with its rotary engine behind the rear axle. It pre-dated the better known RSU Ro-80 sedan.
What's New: 2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring
A new model for 2009, the Hyundai Elantra Touring shares its name and engine with the Elantra sedan, but is built on a different platform. It takes the place of the Elantra Hatchback, last seen for 2006.
