automobiles
Put to rest any notions you have about buying domestic and helping the local economy: The 2012 Chevrolet Orlando may have had its design dictated by Canadian engineers but the vehicle is technically a Korean product. In addition, the Orlando will only be available in Canada, Europe and Asia. You … Read More
My mother gnarled many fenders over the years, in most cases because of sudden panic. Recognizing that she was about to collide with another car, pole or human, she’d slam on the accelerator in order to stop. (If that sentence didn’t grab you, reread it.) The 2011 Volvo S60 boasts … Read More
Montreal-born Simon Lamarre is Volvo’s Chief Studio Designer in Gothenburg, Sweden. I recently asked him about the future of design in the automobile industry. What is good design? SL: It should convey an emotional connection without you having to explain. The more you have to talk about a design, the … Read More
Now that gas is cheap suddenly again, maybe you’ve reconsidered downsizing, and you still want a big people-mover for your softball team, salsa band, family or self. We present some pros and cons of two substantial crossovers. Mazda CX-9 SUV Seats: Seven Pros 1) It won the 2008 NAIAS North … Read More
Regardless of their chatter, many North Americans still love huge automobiles. They just don’t want to pay for gas and prefer to look like they’re doing something for the environment. Enter the Yukon Hybrid. It’s massive. For the chic it’s plastered with that Hybrid logo. And for the cheap it … Read More
