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Monthly Archives: August 2003
First Drive: 2004 Nissan Pathfinder Armada
Click image to enlarge by Greg Wilson Napa Valley, California – As gas inches up towards a dollar a litre, you have to wonder whether the world needs a 300 horsepower full-size SUV. With a name like “Armada” which conjures … Continue reading
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Auto Tech: Aftermarket performance parts
by Jim Kerr Cars built in the 1960′s and 70′s were easy to “hop up”. Big V8′s filled the engine bays of many vehicles on the road and the manufacturers offered several special high performance models. Many of the parts … Continue reading
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Test Drive: 2003 Mazda Miata SE
Click image to enlarge Story and photos by Laurance Yap How’s this for irony? The Mazda Miata you see in front of you is fundamentally one of the oldest sports cars on the road, but it’s also the one most … Continue reading
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Preview: 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK Cabriolet
Click image to enlarge by Tony Whitney Mallorca, Spain – I suppose that there’s nothing really quite as desirable in the automotive world as an upscale 4-seater convertible. Owners not only get the prestige and quality of a truly special … Continue reading
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First Drive: 2004 Toyota Prius
Click image to enlarge. Exterior photos by Grant Yoxon. Interior images provided by Toyota Canada. by Grant Yoxon Pasadena, California – From the Mount Wilson Observatory, high in the San Gabriel Mountains, one can occasionally see the city of Los … Continue reading
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Test Drive: 2004 Volvo S60 R AWD
Click image to enlarge Story and photos by Greg Wilson 300 horses and AWD versatility Luxury automakers have discovered that many customers will pay a substantial premium for the extra performance and exclusivity of a limited edition, high performance model. … Continue reading
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Auto Tech: Electric power steering is here to stay
by Jim Kerr Power steering, once an option, is now standard equipment on almost all vehicles. Power steering has evolved over the years from a simple control valve and external hydraulic ram on the regular steering mechanism to integrated rack … Continue reading
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First Drive: Diva Speedster
Click image to enlarge by Paul Williams There are cars you need for transportation, and cars you buy for fun. For that reason, you wouldn’t drive a Diva Speedster HR to get to work. You’d be having so much fun, … Continue reading
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Test Drive: 2003 Hyundai XG350
Click image to enlarge Story and Photos by Grant Yoxon The Hyundai XG300, introduced in the fall of 2000 as a 2001 model, was expected to compete as the value leader against entry-level luxury vehicles like the Acura 3.2 TL, … Continue reading
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Tire Review Michelin Pilot Sport A/S
Click image to enlarge By Haney Louka Despite the optimist in me wanting to be the first to discover that there is such thing as a free lunch, or there is one product that can do it all, I’m finding … Continue reading
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First Drive: 2003 Acura NSX
Click image to enlarge Story and photos by Laurance Yap Acura sold just a handful of NSXs last year – a literal handful. Only five examples of one of the coolest-looking, wonderful-driving cars on the road today. Five copies of … Continue reading
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Test Drive: 2003 Infiniti FX45
Click image to enlarge Story and photos by Greg Wilson Bold looks, bold performance The Infiniti FX45 is one of a growing number of high-performance luxury ‘crossover’ SUVs which now include the BMW X5 4.4i and 4.6is, Mercedes-Benz ML500, Porsche … Continue reading
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Auto Tech: The importance of wheel alignment
by Jim Kerr The installer had just finished bolting a new wheel aligner to our shop floor and was about to give a demonstration. The machine looked impressive – shiny red paint, glittery chrome, a large colour computer display, and … Continue reading
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