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IntroSince BMW first introduced its X6 in 2008, coupe SUV which, adapt the sloping roofline of a coupe to the otherwise boxy SUV design, have gradually been offered by luxury car brands as premium mo…

IntroThe third generation Acura RDX was first introduced in 2019. It features the most extensive Acura redesign in recent history. The clean sheet approach gives the new RDX a high-tech, dynamic vibe…

IntroSince its debut in North America in 1997, the Honda CR-V has established itself as one of the most well-rounded compact SUVs in the market. It is fuel efficient, easy to drive, and offers class-…

Intro Understated performance is the name of the game when it comes to a Mercedes. We all appreciate a sleeper, but it certainly doesn’t hurt to stand out just enough to have people moving out of the …

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If you are familiar with the naming of Volvo’s current lineup, the Recharge trim refers to the brand’s lineup of plug-in electric hybrid (PHEV) and electric vehicles (EV). Volvo’s commitment to …

Intro It is an understatement to say the North American premium SUV market is crowded. By contrast, the dwindling station wagon segment leaves us with just a handful of choices, and most of them are o…

Intro Many car buyers aspire to own a Mercedes-Benz. But unless you have a trust fund waiting for you, getting one can really stretch the budget. With the introduction of the A-Class and the CLA-Class…

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The premium compact SUV market is flooded with options at the moment. Not only do we have offerings from the established German brands, but we also see new entries from Japan, Korea, and the sta…

IntroWhile sedans may have fallen out of fashion in North America, the rules are different when it comes to the best of the best. The 2021 Mercedes-Benz S-class is the brand’s most luxurious offering…

IntroIn the last post, I reviewed the 2022 Honda Civic hatchback manual. The hatchback is based on the all-new 11th generation Civic sedan. With the exception of the Civic Si, the only transmission a…

IntroThe Honda Civic has undoubtedly been one of the most successful vehicles in North America. The 10th generation Civic sold more than 1.7 million units, and the hatchback version accounts for more…

IntroA wagon is a better car than a SUV. I have said it a thousand times before, and I don’t mind saying it once more. While this sentiment echoes among car journalists, average American consumers di…

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First introduced in 2016, the Mercedes-Benz GLC class has been one of the company’s best selling SUVs in Canada. Slotting between the GLE class and the GLB class, this compact luxury SUV is perf…

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Mercedes-Benz first introduced the A class to North America in 2019. It is an excellent entry level luxury vehicle aimed at younger buyers. Now the Mercedes-AMG team has gotten their hands on th…

IntroLast time we reviewed Mercedes-AMG’s GLA 45. For the brand’s smallest SUV, the engineering team fitted the GLA 45 with a 2.0L 382hp turbocharged engine. It is able to propel the car from 0-100km…

Intro If you have read my recent reviews, you would know that the Mercedes-AMG team has been doing a fantastic job turning ordinary Mercedes-Benz vehicles into high performance racing machines. 
So wha…

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There is no other vehicle that inspires owner confidence and maintains resale value like a Lexus. While Lexus often leaves their products on the market longer than its competitors, many of the o…

IntroElectric vehicles are taking over the world, and almost every manufacturer is gearing for this major transition. However, I would still like to make a case for Plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (…

IntroWe reviewed the newly introduced Mercedes GLB 250 last year. It is a three-row capable SUV slotted between Mercedes’s GLA, and the GLC. We praised the GLB 250 for its premium interior and its un…

IntroWhile electric vehicles are getting all the media attention, they do have a few significant drawbacks. First, most pure EVs with adequate range cost significantly more than their fossil burning …

IntroThe Acura MDX has been one of the brand’s best sellers for over a decade. We previously reviewed the 2020 Acura MDX that was first introduced in 2014. While it remained a solid offering in the 3…

Intro Back in 2019, we reviewed Mercedes-Benz’s entry level A250 hatchback. It was the first time the A-Class was introduced to North America, and we Canadians were the lucky ones to be able to pick b…

IntroGenesis, the luxury vehicle division of Hyundai, has proven itself to be a worthy contender in the upscale market. In just a few short years, the brand has gained significant consumer recognitio…

IntroAcura, the luxury vehicle division of Honda, was known to produce performance oriented, tuner-friendly, fun to drive sedans like the TL, CL, and TSX in early 2000s. The first generation TLX was …

IntroThe Civic has been an iconic car for the Honda brand. It is safe, affordable, and surprisingly fun to drive for the price tag. It is no wonder the Honda Civic has been one of the best selling ca…

IntroBy now you should have heard of the car brand Genesis. The upscale sub-brand of the Korean manufacturer Hyundai has made big strides over the past decade, and aggressively assembled a full line …

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The original Toyota Venza was a fan favorite in Canada. Us Canadians appreciate hatchback wagons more than our southern neighbors, and the first generation Venza did incredibly well (at least in…

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Ever since Volvo streamlined its production line with the Scalable Product Architecture (SPA) platform, they have consistently delivered great vehicles with the company’s unique Scandinavian app…

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The GLA 250 is Mercedes-Benz’s smallest, and most affordable CUV. The second generation GLA 250 shares the same platform as our recently reviewed GLB class and the entry level A-class sedan. It …

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A minivan may not be as trendy as a full-size SUV, but for families that really need to haul more than 5 people, nothing beats the comfort and carrying capacity of a minivan. The Honda Odyssey h…