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First drive: Smart fortwo electric (ED)
When the original Smart for-two debuted in Canada, many wondered how something so small could be of any practical value. More importantly, how could a car that measured just 2.5 metres from bumper unto...
First drive: AWD Mini Countryman
The official launch of the Mini Countryman took place here in Hamburg, which is famous for its urban wildlife, especially during Schlagermove, the city's so-called Love Parade recalling the psychedelic...
Preview: 2011 Audi A8 L
The new long-wheelbase A8 has styling that is more aggressive, as sleek as top luxosedans are likely to be, with a grille that looks positively shark-like and it has the power to match.
Preview: 2011 Porsche 911 GT2 RS
The new RS will sprint to 200 kilometres an hour in a positively frightening 9.8 seconds and will hit 300 km/h in less than 30 seconds. It’s absolutely breathtaking from behind the wheel. The end result...
Preview: 2011 Kia Sportage
Kia is transforming its image from somewhat bland, dated designs to a more stylish look — and the 2011 Sportage is the latest example of this trend. This compact crossover utility vehicle is fresh from...
Driver's journal: 2011 Infiniti M56
Hiding under the muscled metal of the all-new Infiniti M56 mid-size luxury sedan is a potent V-8 engine. It's potent, because the Japanese automaker infused their 5.6-litre V-8 with some 420 horsepower...
Ford Mustangs get better with age
Like no other car on the road, the Ford Mustang has character in abundance plus wide appeal and recognition. This makes it the worst possible choice of getaway car if you plan to rob a bank, as even...
Road test: 2011 BMW 550i sedan
Grace. Elegance. Performance. Three adjectives I find synonymous with the 2011 BMW 550i sedan. Introduced as an all-new model in 2010, the new 5 Series’ road presence not only demands respect but also...
First drive: 2011 Mercedes S63 AMG
Who knew there was an upside to engine downsizing? For its new S63 AMG, Mercedes has dropped the high-revving 6.2-litre V8 in favour for a twin-turbocharged 5.5L V8, which has resulted in more power and...
First drive: Honda CR-Z
In the mid-1980s, when automakers were still sorting out their performance-oriented products after hitting rock bottom during the back half of the 1970s — thanks to oil crises, pressure from Big Insurance...
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