Having tested so many cars over course of many years tends to stagnate one’s excitement factor. Yet, the virgin sight of the all-new 2019 Infiniti QX50 glimpsed from the squint of my eyes at last year’s Vancouver Auto Show rekindled the original awe for design I once felt from within.… Continue reading
The cross-over segment has taken the automotive industry by storm over the last few years. Still, that hasn’t stopped Ford one bit from competing in the value market. And their answer is the all-new 2018 Ford EcoSport. Speaking of value, it’s incredible. The starting price of just $18,559 for the… Continue reading
The exhilaration never stops with the performance driving experience of the 2019 Nissan 370Z NISMO! Even if you don’t opt for the top of the line, sportier tuned NISMO model, the 370Z’s performance will still delight and impress even the thrill seeking drivers out there. Thankfully this driving experience is… Continue reading
Review and Photos by Gerry Frechette The introduction of a new Jeep Wrangler is a momentous occasion for the Jeep faithful, as the iconic brand continues to be the go-to vehicle for all things connected to the off-road lifestyle. One of the largest segments of the automotive aftermarket business caters… Continue reading
The over 40 year old Volkswagen Golf has become an icon in automotive history. As one of the most popular forms of transport for millions of drivers around the world, the VW Golf fulfills the role of daily driver, family hauler and now exhilarating sporty joy-ride, thanks to the 2018… Continue reading
Review and photos by Gerry Frechette For many folks, Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicles make the most sense among the several options available that have some degree of electrification. They give you a useful range (typically a few dozen kilometres, but that range is rising) of all-electric operation, plus the insurance… Continue reading
After seeing the larger redesign happen in the 2016 model year, the 2018 Volkswagen Passat remains relatively unchanged, except for the engines. New for the 2018 Passat is the replacement of the entry level engine to a slightly more powerful 2.0L turbo charged four cylinder engine, plus the addition of… Continue reading
The legendary icon is back again in a 2018 Beetle Convertible version, sporting a new and more powerful engine as well as some new colours to showcase the unique exterior styling that many have come to love! The classic bubbly shape is a keeper and has been carried over for… Continue reading
The full redesign of the 2018 Lincoln Navigator is huge step up from the previous model year in every single way! More power, more luxury, better design, better drivability, better technology – well I’m sure you get the point. The 2018 Navigator takes some design cues from the 2018 Lincoln… Continue reading
When you go back several decades and think of iconic BMWs, the M5 must be included in the top three of anyone’s list. When it first hit the streets in the mid-1980s, the M5 instantly became the favourite sedan of enthusiasts everywhere. It was the benchmark for performance sedans then,… Continue reading
With the major refresh coming to the 2017 model, the 2018 Mazda 3 remains relatively unchanged except for the addition of the low-speed emergency braking option to all trim levels. A sleek and elegant exterior is paired with a refined and efficient interior and a sporty performance to deliver one… Continue reading
The 2019 Mazda CX-3 follows the innovative tradition of Mazda by providing a sporty driving experience, a quality, well furnished interior all while maximizing the overall value for money. The 2019 CX-3 also follows the Mazda design principle of being compact while still being comparable with the larger more expensive… Continue reading
In any automotive market segment, it seems that every model year, there is a new “latest and greatest” model, such is the pace of development. The pickup segment might be the most competitive of all, with all the manufacturers trying to out-do the other guys, with trucks that make them… Continue reading