2014 December Archive

2016 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Shows Its Face

16-12-2014Kevin Harrison No comments

If you remember the previous generation Hyundai Sonata hybrid then I suppose more therapy sessions are in order for you. It was extremely ugly, awkward looking and just straight up from a different planet. Now, with Hyundai's new more conservative design language in the 2015 Sonata, the upcoming hybrid's styling has...

Test Drive: 2015 Hyundai Sonata Limited

16-12-2014Kevin Harrison No comments

By Kevin Harrison You may remember my review of the Sonata 2.0T posted a few weeks back. The pros going for it included a much nicer interior, loads of goodies standard and low-end torque thanks to the upgraded (and de-tuned) 2.0 litre turbocharged motor. Thing is, most people won't experience...

Game Aims To Keep Pedestrians at Crosswalks Entertained While They Wait

15-12-2014Kevin Harrison No comments

Ever heard of Streetpong? Probably not, unless you've recently made a trip to Germany. They've come up with a way of keeping pedestrians queuing at crosswalks busy and entertained while they wait for their turn and it's called, you guessed it, Streetpong. They way it works is there is a small...

Mercedes-Benz Introduces GLE Class Coupe

12-12-2014Kevin Harrison No comments

No, that isn't a BMW X6 you're seeing above, it's actually a Mercedes-Benz and it's an all new model recently added to their portfolio. BMW is responsible for creating the odd SUV/CUV/Sedan/Coupe-thing segment and the GLE Coupe takes direct aim at its fellow German rival. There are no Canadian details out and...

Ward’s Names Top 10 Best Engines For 2015

12-12-2014Kevin Harrison No comments

Perhaps the most crucial part of any car is its engine and that's true whether you're a performance nut or a fuel and environment conscious driver. No matter which category you fall in, the engine is the one component that really gives your car soul. But, like everything, some engines are...

Ford Focus RS Coming to North America

12-12-2014Kevin Harrison No comments

Ever wish your Focus ST had even more sporting credentials? Well, you would be well advised to wait until 2016 when Ford is expected to sell its high performance hot hatch globally. That means us Canadians will finally get our paws on the famous hatchback. Ford CEO, Mark Fields, confirmed the news...

Volvo Says Concept Coupe Not Currently On Production Radar

09-12-2014Kevin Harrison No comments

You likely remember the Concept Coupe that Volvo showcased earlier this year. While Volvo claims it was more of a way to showcase their new design language, they hadn't completely taken the idea of building it out of the cards. Well, bad news. According to design manager, Anders Gunnarson,...

Ford May Add Hybrid & Diesel Variants to F-150 Line Up

09-12-2014Kevin Harrison No comments

The new aluminum bodied F-150 has barely hit dealer floors and already there's rumours of even more efficient variants that could be spawned. Ford is interested in providing efficient options to its truck buyers because "it's the right thing to do," said Raj Nair of global product development in an interview...

Test Drive: 2015 Cadillac XTS Vsport Platinum

05-12-2014Kevin Harrison No comments

By Kevin Harrison I recently had the chance to try the CTS VSport, which admittedly, is the first V-variant of Cadillac I have ever driven. About it, I said: "...I’d even wager to say that the CTS V-Sport is as good or better than its German rivals at feeling planted,...

Why Amber Turn Signals Are In Decline

04-12-2014Kevin Harrison No comments

By Kevin Harrison Is it just me, or has the number of new vehicles on the road with amber turn signals been in significant decline? If it is just me, please disregard the rest of this article as diluted nonsense. But trust me, if you actually take the time to count how...

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