Monthly Archives: July 2007

Test Drive: 2008 Ford Taurus Limited AWD

Posted on July 31, 2007 by Autos

2008 Ford Taurus Limited AWD. Click image to enlarge Review and photos by Chris Chase Discuss this story in the forum at CarTalkCanada Find this vehicle in Autos’s Classified Ads Photo Gallery: 2008 Ford Taurus Ottawa, Ontario – Ford did … Continue reading →

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Feature: Porsche track day

Posted on July 31, 2007 by Chris

Porsche 911 GT3. Click image to enlarge Article and photos by Laurance Yap Photo Gallery: Porsche Track Day Mosport International Raceway, Ontario – Given how much emphasis Porsche puts on its racing activities in its marketing and advertising, it’s more … Continue reading →

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First Drive: 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL65 AMG Coupe

Posted on July 30, 2007 by Autos

review and photos by Peter Bleakney July 30, 2007 Photo Gallery: 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL65 AMG Coupe Click image to enlarge Los Angeles, California – I’m guessing that 40 years ago, when Hans Werner Aufrecht and Erhard Melcher formed their small … Continue reading →

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2007 Minivan Challenge: Initial impressions of the 2007 Toyota Sienna LE

Posted on July 30, 2007 by Autos

by Dave and Carolyn edited by Paul Williams Click image to enlarge Read more of Dave and Carolyn’s comments: Week 2 | Week 3 | Week 4 Read all the articles in the Minivan Challenge Photo Gallery: 2007 Toyota Sienna … Continue reading →

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Test Drive: 2008 Ford Escape Limited

Posted on July 27, 2007 by Autos

2008 Ford Escape Limited. Click image to enlarge Review and photos by Haney Louka Discuss this story in the forum at CarTalkCanada Find this vehicle in Autos’s Classified Ads Photo Gallery: 2008 Ford Escape Limited It’s a generally accepted principle … Continue reading →

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Motoring Memories: Merkur XR4Ti, 1985-1989

Posted on July 27, 2007 by Autos

1989 Merkur XR4Ti. Click image to enlarge Story and photo by Bill Vance The Ford Motor Company has enjoyed success importing its European cars to the North American market, a practice dating back to the late 1940s. While such English … Continue reading →

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Inside Story: 2007 Nissan Frontier SE Crew Cab 4×4

Posted on July 26, 2007 by Paul Williams

2007 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab 4×4; photo by Bob McHugh; Click image to enlarge Review and photos by Michael Clark Photo Gallery: 2007 Nissan Frontier When it comes to trucks, there is no worse realization than the discovery that you … Continue reading →

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Test Drive: 2007 Mercedes-Benz E320 Bluetec

Posted on July 25, 2007 by Autos

2007 Mercedes-Benz E320 Bluetec. Click image to enlarge Review and photos by Bob McHugh Discuss this story in the forum at CarTalkCanada Find this vehicle in Autos’s Classified Ads Photo Gallery: 2007 Mercedes-Benz E320 Bluetec “The world’s cleanest diesel engine,” … Continue reading →

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Auto Tech: Brake fluid is frequently neglected

Posted on July 25, 2007 by Paul Williams

By Jim Kerr Know what the most important feature on your vehicle is? You probably guessed right – it’s the brakes. Know what the most neglected part of your vehicle is? It’s brake fluid. Yet, many auto manufacturers don’t have … Continue reading →

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Buyer's Guide: 2008 Porsche Cayenne

Posted on July 25, 2007 by Autos

- 3.6-litre V6 replaces 3.2-litre; 4.8-litre engines replace 4.5-litre models – New GTS model – New direct fuel injection in all engines – V8 engines include Porsche VarioCam Plus variable valve control – New front-end styling – Revised rear lighting … Continue reading →

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Buyer's Guide: 2008 BMW 5 Series

Posted on July 25, 2007 by Autos

CHANGES FOR 2008: – New, more powerful six-cylinder engines; with them, the 525 becomes the 528, and the 530 becomes the 535 – New Lane Departure Warning system available on 535 and 550 models – Optional USB Audio Integration – … Continue reading →

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Test Drive: 2007 Toyota Matrix Base, 5-Speed Manual

Posted on July 24, 2007 by Autos

2007 Toyota Matrix. Click image to enlarge Review and photos by Jil McIntosh Discuss this story in the forum at CarTalkCanada Find this vehicle in Autos’s Classified Ads Photo Gallery: 2007 Toyota Matrix Back in 2003 when it was a … Continue reading →

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Book Review – The Chequered Past: Sports Car Racing and Rallying in Canada 1951-1991, by David A. Charters

Posted on July 24, 2007 by Chris

Book cover: The Chequered Past. Click image to enlarge By Paul Williams Anyone interested in the history of sports car racing and rallying in Canada will find The Chequered Past, by David A. Charters (University of Toronto Press, 2007) a … Continue reading →

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