First Drives

First Drives2016 Chevrolet Camaro: Unveiled In Good Company
Sports cars like the Chevrolet Camaro, Ford Mustang and Dodge Challenger appeal to a special breed of drivers who love sports cars for their sporty ride and silhouette, mechanical characteristics and the message they send to other motorists. Essentially, driving a Camaro is akin to shouting “I love sports cars!” …
First Drives2016 Honda Pilot: A Complete Makeover
With a boxy shape and a dashboard peppered with all kinds of buttons and controls, the second-generation Honda Pilot wasn't exactly the most elegant car out there. And driving it was more like driving a pickup than a family SUV. That said, it still had some good qualities. Its fit …
First Drives2016 Mazda CX-3: Rising Star!4.0/5
Introducing a new model is always a big deal for a manufacturer, and that goes double when it's a vehicle in a popular and competitive segment. The CX-3’s arrival is very important for Mazda, which sees the model as a potentially spearhead for the automaker going forward. It also represents …
First Drives2016 Mercedes-AMG GT S: A True Warrior4.5/5
From the legendary “silver arrows” that dominated the Grand Prix in the 1930s to the speedsters that nudged out their rivals at the most recent Formula 1 World Championship, Mercedes-Benz has proven time and again that it knows how to build performance vehicles. The brand boasts the same outstanding track …
First Drives2016 Cadillac ATS-V: A Track-Ready Cadillac? You Bet!4.5/5
Cadillac introduced its first high-performance V-series car in 2004, based on the 2003 CTS sedan. The CTS-V eventually became available in station wagon and coupe versions, but until now, however, the only other Cadillacs to have brandished the elusive “V” badge were the also-elusive XLR-V and STS-V. That changes this …
First Drives2016 Fiat 500X: Generation X3.0/5
If you were born between 1961 and 1980, you’re part of Generation X. That puts you in the 35 to 53 age group, which tends to have a little extra spending cash. Automakers love gen-Xers and want to treat them to all kinds of little pleasures. Maybe that’s why there …
First Drives2015 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 4x4: Doing The Dirty Work4.0/5
There’s no doubt that the hardest-working passenger vehicles in Canada are pickup trucks. They can be found throughout the country hauling dirt, motorcycles, landscaping equipment, and any other number of work and leisure related articles. For cargo that needs to be sheltered from the elements, there’s the venerable cargo van.
First Drives2015 Ford Edge: Modern Engines, Not-So-Modern Lines
Introduced in 2006, the Ford Edge quickly seduced buyers with its modern and dynamic style. Considered Ford’s technological showcase vehicle, the Edge can hold its chin up high next to some of the most prestigious luxury SUVs. It offers outstanding equipment, interior fit and trim, and leading-edge gadgetry. Overall, they’ve …
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