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2011 Mazda CX-7 stands the test of time

The CX-7’s level of refinement was a cut above the Ford-based Mazda Tribute, but it had less cargo space and was not available with a V6 engine

The CX-7 was a cut above competitors, but it had less cargo space and was not available with a V6 engine or manual transmission

The 2011 Ford Fiesta had its shortcomings

The reborn 2011 Ford Fiesta is available as a four-door hatchback or sedan. It’s powered by a 1.6-litre four-cylinder developing 120 horsepower. Transmission choices are five-speed manual or six-speed automatic.

Early reviews were strong but over time, questions about quality have cropped up

The best and the worst used cars for 2015 (and some other years)

The Subaru Legacy was voted the best midsize sedan among 2015 models by Consumer Reports.

Subaru dominates Consumer Reports’ top picks for 2015

The 2009 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 holds its value

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With its legendary liquid-cooled, six-cylinder powerplant, it remains one of the most enjoyable cars to drive

How visiting a car dealership can be like staying at a five-star hotel

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DALE JOHNSON: Genesis Saskatoon has been honoured for outstanding service by the Forbes Travel Guide

Genesis G80 has style, comfort and plenty of functionality

The 2022 Genesis G80 can take its place beside any of the prestigious luxury sedans coming out of Germany or Japan when it comes to visual appeal. This car is a stunner

If you want an upscale sedan that’s easily on par with anything in market, start with the G80

Does good industrial policy make good neighbours?

The Biden administration has done Canada a solid with its buy-North-American awakening. We would help ourselves by reciprocating

Ford Explorer Timberline as much limo as SUV

There's all kinds of elbow room in this vehicle, and it has massive proportions. If you want to pop the hood, you better be a basketball player because the Explorer stands so tall that you literally can't reach inside the engine bay.

This is a people-carrier par excellence and is amazingly quiet on the highway

Engineering clubs a path to a future career

Student clubs offer a taste of what it means to work together on a multifaceted design project

Buying used: 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring holds up well

Depending on the model, the Touring comes with a reasonably high complement of standard equipment. Air conditioning, tilt/telescoping steering, one-touch driver’s side window and power door locks all come with the popular GL, as do heated front seats and a cooled glovebox

The hatchback body configuration is just about as versatile as you can get in this market