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When all was said and done at the end of 2016, Mercedes-Benz Canada with sales of 48,320 vehicles, had its most successful year since coming to Canada in 1955. In fact, for the third consecutive year, Mercedes-Benz was the top luxury automotive manufacturer in Canada. Rather than allowing complacency to take over, this was the […] -
Since being acquired by Chinese business conglomerate Zhejiang Geely Holding Group (Geely) in 2010, the iconic Gothenburg, Sweden-based automotive manufacturer has never looked back. We had the opportunity to sit down with Canadian spokesperson, the affable Kyle Denton in the company’s Canadian head office. In a lively discussion on a warm late summer day, a […] -
BMW Group Canada has enjoyed success in this country since the brand opened its doors back in 1986. In Canada, 2016 was a banner year with just over 38,000 units sold across their extensive product line. This represented the best year yet and for 2017, the indications are that the year will likely yield a […] -
A MINI is one of those cars which over the years, almost 60 since introduced, has probably achieved notoriety equal to other iconic automobiles such as the Mustang and the Corvette. The car became a lifestyle choice and brought fun back to driving. Originally designed by Sir Alec Issigonis, this forerunner to the sub-compact category […] -
One of the more interesting automotive success stories in 2016 and continuing into 2017 is the tremendous growth of units sold by Buick Canada. In fact for 2017, sales for the first six months of the year are up by 22 percent. So, quite the time for Buick Canada to announce a new brand director, […] -
Hurricane Harvey came ashore slowly, gathering fury as it hit the Texas coast twice, like a hammer against a pecan. The wind was horrific as some communities received nearly 50 inches of rain. My beloved hamlet of Rockport-Fulton looked like it had been targeted by guns from afar. For many homes, only the shell remained […] -
The Ford Expedition had big shoes to fill when it was first introduced in the late 1990s as the successor to the Ford Bronco. After three successful generations of helping families get where they need to go, no matter the terrain, the full-size SUV enters the modern age in 2018, completely redesigned. The automaker calls […]
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The 2017 Dodge Durango comes in five trims: SXT, SXT Plus, GT, Citadel, and the tire-smoking R/T, or Road/Track. The R/T, as being the top model, comes packed with features and technology. The distinguishing feature of the R/T name is the exclusive 5.7-liter Hemi V8 engine. This fire-breathing, 360 hp beast features variable valve timing […] -
In March of this year, the buzz within the automotive industry was centred on Infiniti Motors Limited and the hiring of Canadian Karim Habib, former global design chief for BMW, as Infiniti’s new principal designer. In his mid-40’s, Mr. Habib is considered one of the industry’s brightest stars, charged with accelerating Infiniti’s progress toward the […] -
There are two specific things that make the 2017 Volkswagen Jetta SE a good buy: a price tag of $20,895 and a fuel consumption of 38 mpg highway. The 1.4-liter inline four-cylinder turbocharged TSI engine with direct injection and intercooler delivers a peak of 150 horsepower and 184 lb.-ft. of torque. Performance is ensured by […] -
The 2017 Nissan Murano Platinum has a lounge-like interior that is designed to get folks together. The center console is wide to enhance comfort while not destroying the feeling of closeness. Technology is within easy reach, making for an all-inclusive experience. The 3.5-liter, dual-overhead-cam (DOHC), 24-valve V6 engine delivers 260 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and […] -
First introduced to an eager public with an appetite for midsize sport utility vehicles (SUV) for model year 2007, the Ford Edge has been one of Ford’s better-selling vehicles in their frenetic lineup of cars, light trucks, and crossovers. In just 10 years, the Edge has become one of Ford’s big hits, splitting the crossover […] -
The new 2018 Hyundai Sonata, a midsize sedan, has an updated interior and outside profile. The revised design rides on a new eight-speed automatic transmission. On the outside, the new cascading front grille is flanked by LED headlights and lower ports. Stylish lines emanate from the grille and extend over the roof and larger trunk […] -
Success in a game like football, is measured in inches. In the automotive arena, measurements are more precise, smaller—often millimetres make a difference. In a world where precision and engineering can make or break how a vehicle sits, how it handles, how it performs, being accurate and precise is crucial. The devil is in the […] -
To automotive enthusiasts the world over, Jaguar is a premier manufacturer of luxury sedans, sports cars and recently, SUVs offering unparalleled design with tremendous performance. Like most organizations, there has been highs and lows throughout its 80-year history. One relatively simple and consistent thread has been the company’s vision: to produce beautiful, fast cars that […] -
Next year, 2018 is a significant anniversary for Subaru Canada, Inc.: the Japanese automobile manufacturer will be marking 40 years in Canada. While never considered by consumers as a mass-market, high-volume OEM, Subaru continues to grow at a steady pace. In fact for 2016, a record was achieved: 50,190 units sold in Canada through the […] -
When it comes to the 2017 Land Rover Discovery HSE Luxury, the first thing you have to decide is whether you want a diesel or gasoline engine. The choice of diesel was made for me. The all-new Discovery features a 3.0-liter turbocharged six-cylinder diesel engine that presents 254 horsepower and 443 lb.-ft. of torque. The […] -
In life, as in business, there is usually a beginning, middle, and end. The words may change, but the meaning remains the same. Such was the case recently when I sat down with Wolfgang Hoffmann, president of Jaguar Land Rover Canada (JLR) one pleasant summer afternoon. JLR was unveiling a hand-built, stunning-looking vibrant red Jaguar […] -
The 2017 Toyota Sequoia comes in three trims: the SR 5 ($45,560), Limited ($54,350), and Platinum ($62,090). The Platinum model will be my focus for this review. The Sequoia is the most affordable in the full-size SUV class. It offers more cargo space and passenger room than its competitors. Having the most comfortable third-row seat […] -
What has an overall footprint of just over 160,000 square feet of impressive high-end, custom built space, which will be considered unique to North America will, house many premium, luxury, often bespoke automotive brands under one roof—including Jaguar Land Rover, Rolls-Royce, Bentley, Bugatti, Lamborghini, and Aston Martin—plus a dedicated pre-owned showroom and can boast of […]
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