Sean writes about cars, golf and events going on in British Columbia, Canada. He is also the editor for The Automotive Review - an automotive publication bringing a West Coast flavour to its editorials.

2014 Kia Forte Koup Review

It’s great to see Kia come so far in the quality department and still offer great pricing. The new high quality builds from Kia now make it tremendous value for your money and the Kia Forte Koup is no different. Although, the first generation Kia Fortes were built on the… Continue reading

2014 Kia Soul Review

The 2014 Kia Soul provides a comfortable ride, technological conveniences and functional interior space, all wrapped up in a fun and stylish exterior. The low entry level pricing of $18,660 for a small SUV makes the 2014 Kia Soul a great option for the younger generation of adventurers and families.… Continue reading

2015 Volvo V60 R-Design Review

Upon first glance of the 2015 Volvo V60 T6 AWD R-Design you see an elegantly designed, family oriented wagon. However, as you look closer you start to notice the dual exhaust, low profile tires and R-Design badge, leading you to the conclusion that the 2015 V60 R-Design is a real… Continue reading

2014 Kia Optima Review

The 2014 Kia Optima offers great space, useful features and incredible value all built into a sharp looking automobile. This four door sedan will turn heads and garner many comments about its sporty and sleek exterior and when you tell them it’s a Kia they will shake their heads in… Continue reading

2014 Volvo XC60 T6 AWD Review

The 2014 Volvo XC60 T6 AWD is the total package and it gets top marks for style, safety, performance and price. The 2014 Volvo XC60 is a luxury crossover SUV, offered in various levels of trim with many different engine and drive configurations. In keeping with Volvo’s reputation, the XC60… Continue reading

2015 Volvo S60 T5 Review

The 2015 Volvo S60 T5 sees the pairing of the 2014 design overhaul and the integration of fuel efficient Drive-E engines new for 2015. This new pairing creates a Volvo S60 with a refined, unassuming exterior and a smooth, powerful, fuel efficient power plant. The overall impression of the 2015… Continue reading

2014 Mitsubishi Outlander Review

There’s a certain beauty found in the simplicity of the 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander when compared to the overuse of exterior styling cues and plethora of buttons seen on most other vehicles. Although this midsized SUV is a fully competent daily driver, the lack of inspiration seen in the interior and… Continue reading

2014 Volkswagen CC Review

Shorter, wider and lower to the ground than the VW Passat, the 2014 Volkswagen CC is a more streamlined car exudes performance, luxury and style. As Volkswagen’s top of the line sedan, the 2014 VW CC provides a smooth and exhilarating drive while keeping its driver and passengers coddled in… Continue reading

2014 Volkswagen Jetta 1.8T

The 2014 Volkswagen Jetta is VW’s offering for a compact sedan and with a huge range of options, packages and engines there’s a Jetta for any driver. Being quite spacious for a compact sedan, the 2014 Volkswagen Jetta should almost be classified as a mid size sedan. At first glance,… Continue reading

2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible Review

The 2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible holds true to its Beetle roots, but is brought into the present day with an automatic convertible top, front mounted engine and all the latest technology and conveniences. With many of its original “punch buggy” styling cues, the new 2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible is a… Continue reading

2014 Volkswagen Jetta 2.0L TDI Comfortline Review

Although not much has changed on the new 2014 Volkswagen Jetta TDI since last year’s model, the Jetta TDI is still able to deliver amazing fuel economy, performance and interior space. Keeping the same uninspired yet pleasing exterior body as last year’s model, the 2014 VW Jetta, as Volkswagen says,… Continue reading

2014 Volkswagen Beetle GSR

The 2014 Volkswagen Beetle GSR is the remade version of the 1973 special edition Super Beetle. With a production run of only 3,500, half will be sold in the United States and half sold in Europe. The GSR translated to English means Yellow Black Racer and comes equipped with Volkswagen’s… Continue reading

2014 Mazda 3 GS Review

The fully redesigned 2014 Mazda 3 has more features, a better look and great fuel economy while keeping its original roots as a small sedan. The 2014 Mazda 3 comes equipped with the fully integrated Skyactiv technology to provide better fuel economy without sacrifice to the power at hand. All… Continue reading