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There’s no question that driving is one of the most convenient means of getting around. Many of us would have a hard time maintaining our independence if we couldn’t drive anymore. Drugs and alcohol are two things that hinder our ability to drive safely, but what happens when we experience …

Elected officials are pushing to reduce speed limits in many major cities. The average limit in Canadian urban centres is 50 km/h, but speeds are increasingly being restricted to 40 km/h in certain areas. Many drivers are against the changes, arguing that cars are now more solid, reliable and safer …

Over the years, we’ve seen one campaign against drinking and driving after another try to raise public awareness about the dangers of driving under the influence. Numerous organizations, such as Operation Red Nose, work to convince drivers to turn over their keys if they’ve had a few drinks. More recently, …

Isn’t it surprising that a safety device developed more than 60 years ago continues to save lives? The good old seat belt made its automotive debut in 1949 and has remained an essential safety precaution ever since. According to recent studies conducted by the SAAQ, Quebec’s automotive insurance agency, 96% …

MontrealRacing.com reported two weeks ago that Canadian company OutPower just released a hand-held portable jump starter device that fits in the palm of your hand. Its intriguing compact design piqued my interest so I asked Outpower if they’d be willing to lend me one for a few weeks to see …

When the new 2006 Audi Q7 rolls into showrooms next December, it will become the brand’s most technologically advanced vehicle —light-years ahead of their full-size sedans. It won’t just raise the bar for entertainment and connectivity systems, it will almost be able to drive itself! The adaptive cruise control has …

This article is a paid advertorial by Outpower.ca If you’ve ever worked in a garage, you know that battery chargers can be big, hefty, clunky things to lug around. OutPower changes all that with the release of their new product which literally fits in the palm of your hand and …

A few years ago, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) had a very unique way of celebrating their 50th anniversary. Known for their collision tests, the IIHS literally pitted the 1959 Chevrolet Bel Air against the 2009 Malibu in a head-to-head confrontation. “When I told people what we were …

Everybody knows that if you want to make the most of a good engine, you need a great transmission. In 2016, Cadillac will be debuting two new V6 engines in its ATS, CTS and CT6 models. And to leverage the sophistication of these mills, the engineers from the Hydra-Matic division …

For decades, we automatically associated the Cadillac name with massive V8 engines. But during an overhaul in the late 90s, most models were pared down to a more reasonable size and equipped with V6s. These engines delivered satisfying performances and reasonable fuel economy for the category, but Cadillac is not …