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First Drive: 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
An all-new VW Touareg hybrid will join the V6 gas and diesel models for the 2011 model year, reports Editor-in-chief, Greg Wilson. All 2011 Touaregs will have better fuel economy, improved driving dynamics, and more interior room, he says.
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Feature: Electric cars explained
With electric and extended-range vehicles now scheduled to come to market by next year, it’s important to know what they are and how they differ. Assistant Editor Jil McIntosh outlines some of the cars we may see on our roads.
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First Drive: Chevrolet Volt, pre-production model
CanadianDriver had a rare opportunity to drive a prototype of the highly-anticipated Chevrolet Volt electric car this week. The production version is scheduled to go on sale in Canada in mid 2011, reports Editor-in-chief, Greg Wilson.
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Inside Story: 2010 Subaru Legacy PZEV
Highlights of Subaru’s smog-reducing Legacy PZEV sedan include an extra large trunk pass through with the rear seats folded down, steering wheel-mounted shift paddles for its continuously variable transmission, and an engine compartment that’s easily accessible for servicing.
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Long Term Test: 2010 Lexus HS 250h – mid-term report
After 1,500 kilometres of city and highway driving in Lexus’ entry-level luxury hybrid sedan, reviewer Haney Louka finds that colder temperatures increase fuel consumption dramatically, particularly if the car is left parked outside overnight before driving.
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Test Drive: 2010 Volkswagen Golf Wagon TDI Highline
Replacing the Jetta Wagon TDI, the Golf Wagon TDI has a lower starting price, reports Editor-in-chief, Greg Wilson. Its turbo diesel engine offers great fuel economy while its cargo area is the largest in its class, he says.
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Feature: 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid
What’s it like to drive a Ford Fusion Hybrid sedan compared to a conventional Fusion sedan? Contributor Frank Rizzuti describes the differences you’ll experience behind the wheel.
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Long-term test: 2010 Lexus HS 250h – Introduction
Over the next two months, Winnipeg reviewer Haney Louka will be driving a Lexus HS 250h hybrid to find out how it drives and performs in one of the coldest cities in North America.
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Long-term test: 2010 Volkswagen Jetta TDI, Part two
At temperatures below zero Celsius, CanadianDriver’s long-term diesel-powered Jetta TDI took a long time to warm up, and fuel consumption increased substantially, reports Contributing Editor, Chris Chase. However, using the car’s block heater overnight cut warm-up time dramatically.
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Long-term test: 2010 Volkswagen Jetta TDI, Part two
At temperatures below zero Celsius, CanadianDriver’s long-term diesel-powered Jetta TDI took a long time to warm up, and fuel consumption increased substantially, reports Contributing Editor, Chris Chase. However, using the car’s block heater overnight cut warm-up time dramatically.
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