Monthly Archives: October 2007

Auto Tech: Maintaining your suspension

Posted on October 31, 2007 by Paul Williams

By Jim Kerr Summer road construction, potholes, broken pavement, and parking lot curbs can take a heavy toll on our vehicle’s suspension. Tough as modern suspension systems are, there is always the possibility of something bending, breaking, or shifting out … Continue reading →

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Test Drive: 2008 Dodge Avenger SXT four-cylinder

Posted on October 31, 2007 by Autos

2008 Dodge Avenger SXT. 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 Dodge Avenger The Avenger name has a lot … Continue reading →

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Test Drive: 2008 Mazda CX-9 GT

Posted on October 30, 2007 by Autos

2008 Mazda CX-9 GT. 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: 2008 Mazda CX-9 GT Second opinion: Paul Williams Oshawa, … Continue reading →

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Feature: Interview – Richard Spenard

Posted on October 30, 2007 by Autos

Race-driver Richard Spenard says most Canadians aren’t fully aware of the safety benefits of winter tires. In an exclusive interview with Contributing Editor, Chris Chase, Spenard explains what you need to know. Continue reading →

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Test Drive: 2008 Cadillac CTS

Posted on October 29, 2007 by Autos

review and photos by Andrew McCredie October 29, 2007 Photo Gallery: 2008 Cadillac CTS Specifications: 2008 Cadillac CTS The Guide: 2008 Cadillac CTS Click image to enlarge North Vancouver, British Columbia – Like Kid Rock, Fatburger and trucker ball caps, … Continue reading →

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Steering you right: Pedestrian story

Posted on October 29, 2007 by Autos

By Jordan W. Charness This is probably one of the toughest times of the year to drive safely. It is getting dark much earlier, the road begins to frost, black ice begins to form, and when the temperature drops so … Continue reading →

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2007 Minivan Challenge: 2008 Pontiac Montana SV6, Week Two

Posted on October 29, 2007 by Autos

Click image to enlarge Read more of Dave & Carolyn’s comments on the 2008 Pontiac Montana: Week 1 | Week 2 | Week 3 | Week 4 Read all the articles in the Minivan Challenge Photo Gallery: 2008 Pontiac Montana … Continue reading →

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First Drive: 2008 Infiniti EX35

Posted on October 29, 2007 by Grant

2008 Infiniti EX35. 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: 2008 Infiniti EX35 Santa Monica, California – With its expanding … Continue reading →

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Buyer's Guide: 2008 Volkswagen City Golf/City Jetta

Posted on October 28, 2007 by Autos

NEW FOR 2008: – Redesigned interior and exterior styling – Standard CD/MP3 stereo with auxiliary jack and USB connection – New upholstery and three-spoke steering wheel – Six-speed automatic transmission replaces four-speed automatic The Volkswagen City models were originally introduced … Continue reading →

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Buyer's Guide: 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 2

Posted on October 28, 2007 by Autos

NEW FOR 2008: – Refreshed styling, including grille, bumpers, mirrors, headlights, taillights, spoiler, wheels, seats and instrument panel – Servotronic speed-sensitive steering no longer available on V6 model – Rear green glass replaces privacy glass – Exterior colours: White Gold, … Continue reading →

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Buyer's Guide: 2008 Mazda CX-9

Posted on October 28, 2007 by Autos

NEW FOR 2008: – 3.7-litre V6 replaces 3.5-litre V6 – All-wheel drive standard on GT – Bluetooth hands-free system standard on all models – Blind Spot Monitoring System available with Luxury Package (late availability) An all-new model in 2007, the … Continue reading →

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Buyer's Guide: 2008 Mazda Mazda5

Posted on October 28, 2007 by Autos

NEW FOR 2008: – Redesigned grille, front and rear bumpers, 16- and 17-inch alloy wheels, and gauges – Standard side and curtain airbags – New five-speed sport mode automatic transmission replaces four-speed automatic – New LED taillights on GT model … Continue reading →

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Motoring Memories: Imperial from Chrysler 1955 – 1970

Posted on October 26, 2007 by Autos

1962 Chrysler Imperial. Click image to enlarge Story and photo by Bill Vance The Chrysler Imperial name was first used on a 1924 Chrysler made by the Maxwell Motor Corporation the year before Maxwell became the Chrysler Corporation. Imperial has … Continue reading →

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