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The 2008 Cayman S fits in the Porsche lineup between the Boxster and the 911. Refined from the knowledge gained over 50 years, this new coupe sets handling and performance benchmarks even for Porsche.
One would think that after more than 50 years, Porsche would have finally gotten it right. It seems that each time I write about one of these cars I say it is the best Porsche ever and each time the next one is another step forward.

This time I can safely say the Cayman S is not only the best "streetable" Porsche but perhaps the best handling production sportscar of any...
ROAD TESTS
Mazda5 puts the ‘mini’ back in minivan
Mar 29, 2008
It came in Golden Sand Metallic. One of those nuances of colour that I knew would photograph as just silver but, trust me, in a certain kind of light it shimmered a delicate shade of fashionista... read story
Fifth generation SL sums up all that is Mercedes-Benz
Mar 29, 2008
HOLLYWOOD, Ca.: The home of the stars is also, it seems, the home of the three-pointed star of the Mercedes-Benz SL.

Nowhere on earth is there a higher concentration of the SLs than in... read story
Audi's forbidden fruit: the A5 3.0 TDI ULES
Mar 29, 2008
NIAGARA-ON-THE-LAKE: First, the bad news. You will probably never be able to buy this car on this side of the Atlantic.

But the good news is the technology behind the TDI (turbo diesel... read story
Has Porsche created the best handling production sportscar ever?
Mar 29, 2008
One would think that after more than 50 years, Porsche would have finally gotten it right. It seems that each time I write about one of these cars I say it is the best Porsche ever and each time... read story
Civic Si adds performance edge to Canada’s top-selling car
Mar 29, 2008
The kids were home for the holidays and the conversation came around to cars, as can be expected in a household that has seen 700 or so different vehicles parked in the driveway.

“So,... read story
Malibu's North American Car of the Year honour is deserved
Mar 22, 2008
North American Car of the Year! It's been quite a while since Chevrolet could boast that honour, but that's just what happened in January when the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu was named North American Car... read story
PREVIEWS
Genesis unveiled as benchmark for affordable 300-hp sport coupes
Mar 30, 2008
Hyundai unveiled the Genesis Coupe, a new benchmark for affordable 300 hp sports coupes, during a press conference at the New York International Auto Show.

The 2010 Genesis Coupe is a... read story
Dodge introduces entire 2009 Challenger lineup
Mar 30, 2008
The all-new 2009 Dodge Challenger, debuted at the recent New York Auto Show, merges the best American muscle-car characteristics, unmistakable design, world-class handling, powerful engines, and... read story
2009 Fit boasts enhanced ride and utility
Mar 30, 2008
The all-new 2009 Honda Fit, set to go on sale in Canada this fall, made its North America debut today at the New York International Auto Show. The Fit is designed to further its leadership in the... read story
Riviera concept marks return of renowned Buick nameplate
Mar 30, 2008
The Buick Riviera, a stunning concept car designed to showcase Buick's new global design direction, made its New York debut at the Buick stand during the New York International Auto Show.
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New A4 Avant now sportier and more practical
Mar 30, 2008
The all-new Audi A4 Avant made its North American debut at this year's New York International Auto Show.

The 2009 Audi A4 Avant will feature the 2.0 TFSI, a new high-powered four-... read story
All-new 2009 Acura TSX debuts in New York
Mar 30, 2008
Acura provided a one-two punch with the world debut of the all-new second-generation 2009 TSX sports sedan along with the appearance of the redesigned RL luxury performance sedan at the New York... read story
NEWS AND FEATURES
Audi R8 wins twice at World Car of the Year
Mar 30, 2008
The Audi R8 has achieved a double victory at the 2008 World Car of the Year awards, winning both the World Performance Car and the World Car Design of the Year awards.

The super sports... read story
Ford Taurus gets top marks for passenger safety
Mar 30, 2008
Most cars at auto shows are highly polished and gleaming, except one – a Ford Taurus that crashed into a 1 million pound wall at 35 mph en route to the Jacob Javits Convention Center. Deliberately.... read story
April is Car Care Month
Mar 30, 2008
April is National Car Care Month, the time of year to focus on taking better care of your second largest investment.

Especially now, with record high gas prices, regular vehicle... read story
Hyundai price cuts include base Accent under $10K
Mar 22, 2008
Hyundai Auto Canada Corp. is making its tremendously successful $9,995 Accent offer available nationally. Originally launched solely in Quebec as a pilot program, the $9,995 Accent will now be... read story
Volvo to partner in plug-in hybrid testing
Mar 22, 2008
Together with electricity provider Vattenfall, Saab Automobile, ETC and the Swedish state, Volvo Car Corporation is launching a joint broad-based research venture to develop technology in the area... read story
Large-scale plans underway for green fuel production
Mar 22, 2008
GreenField Ethanol, Canada's largest ethanol producer, and Enerkem, a leading gasification and catalysis technology company, have signed a Binding Term Sheet outlining their plan to produce... read story

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