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REVIEW: GTI still one of the coolest hot-hatchbacks around

REVIEW: GTI still one of the coolest hot-hatchbacks around

Here’s the problem. You want a sports car, all low-slung suspension, feelsome steering, and powerful engine. Unfortunately, life won’t let you.
REVIEW: Kia Sorento finds price tag sweet spot

REVIEW: Kia Sorento finds price tag sweet spot

The latest redesign for the Kia Sorento was more than two years ago, but the 2018 model still has a lot to offer. Minor adjustments to the Sorento’s standard features and an influx of optional features round out the changes made this year.
GRINDING GEARS: Owning a supercar is not so super

GRINDING GEARS: Owning a supercar is not so super

Recently, a pair of young men had their sporting machines taken away by the West Vancouver Police Department for travelling at an alleged 150 kilometres per hour on the Upper Levels Highway, 70 km/h over the speed limit.
BRAKING NEWS: Mazda might be ready to juice up MX-5

BRAKING NEWS: Mazda might be ready to juice up MX-5

A biweekly roundup of automotive news, good, bad and just plain weird: Mazda MX-5 gets major power bump The MX-5 has never been about power, but rather about balanced handling.
REVIEW: RAV4 delivers well-rounded package

REVIEW: RAV4 delivers well-rounded package

The new RAV4 is here, and this isn’t it. Announced at the New York International Auto Show, the 2019 iteration of Toyota’s popular crossover is longer, wider, and considerably beefier looking.
REVIEW: EcoSport a fitting addition to Ford lineup

REVIEW: EcoSport a fitting addition to Ford lineup

Ford has done a decent job covering the bases with all manner and size of utility vehicles, with one exception: something really small. Now you can check that off the list.
BRAKING NEWS: Top Gear tractor hits 140 kilometres per hour

BRAKING NEWS: Top Gear tractor hits 140 kilometres per hour

A biweekly roundup of automotive news, good, bad and just plain weird: Top Gear sets tractor speed record Top Gear deserves recognition as probably the best-loved motoring program in the world, but it’s had a tough couple of years.
GRINDING GEARS: Drivers, not robots, must keep pedestrians safe

GRINDING GEARS: Drivers, not robots, must keep pedestrians safe

The recent news out of Tempe, Ariz., that an autonomous vehicle struck and killed a pedestrian is indeed a tragedy.
REVIEW: Hyundai Sonata starting to sound like a classic

REVIEW: Hyundai Sonata starting to sound like a classic

What’s the difference between a one-hit wonder and a classic tune? Answer: the latter ages well.
Efficient driving can save you from record-setting gas prices

Efficient driving can save you from record-setting gas prices

With gas prices hitting a record high in Metro Vancouver and experts predicting things will only get worse, it’s time for drivers to think about ways to save some fuel, and some money.