Archive for August, 2009
Book Review: Dean Jeffries – 50 fabulous years in hot rods, racing & film, by Tom Cotter
By many accounts, Dean Jeffries is the greatest custom car builder of them all, but “is often overlooked due to his desire to enjoy a private life,” says reviewer Russell Purcell. This book profiles his unique life and creations.
(No Ratings Yet)What’s New: 2010 Audi A3
What’s New: 2010 Audi A3
For 2010, the A3 3.2 Quattro model has been discontinued but a new 2.0 TDI diesel model will be added in late 2009. The 2.0 T remains with front- or all-wheel drive. Base MSRPs range from $32,300 to $39,950.
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(No Ratings Yet)First Drive: 2010 Audi S4
(No Ratings Yet)First-month Transit Connect sales top 2,000 in U.S.
Ford has sold more than 2,000 of the all-new 2010 Transit Connect small delivery vehicle in the U.S. in its first full month of sales.
(No Ratings Yet)CAA adds new repair facility in Ontario
CAA South Central Ontario (CAASCO) will open its own repair facility in Orangeville, northwest of Toronto, which will be open to CAA members and to the public.
(No Ratings Yet)Ford introduces new Power Stroke V8 diesel engine
Ford has announced a new 6.7-litre Power Stroke V8 turbocharged diesel engine, which will debut in the next-generation F-Series Super Duty Truck.
(No Ratings Yet)Mustang tops rivals in Consumer Reports testing
The new Ford Mustang scored higher than the Chevrolet Camaro and Dodge Challenger, as well as the new Hyundai Genesis Coupe, in tests of six sporty cars and coupes by Consumer Reports.
(No Ratings Yet)Rally for Kids with Cancer runs in Toronto in September
The second annual Rally for Kids with Cancer Scavenger Cup will run in Toronto on September 25 and 26, with owners of exotic vehicles partnering with celebrities to benefit the SickKids Foundation for children’s cancer research, care and treatment.
(No Ratings Yet)“Back to school, back to safety”: Safe Kids Canada
Safe Kids Canada is reminding parents and drivers to ensure children are safe on neighbourhood streets as they head back to school.
(No Ratings Yet)Five automakers will contest Targa Newfoundland
Five automakers — Mini, Subaru, Audi, Nissan and Smart — will run entries in the 2009 Targa Newfoundland road rally, including two new to the event.
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