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 Mazda CX-9 Meets Honda PilotThey're both big, three row SUV/Crossovers, from Japan, and both sell for about the same price. But are they mostly the same, or are they two distinct variations on the theme?
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 How fast are you really going? The accuracy of speedometersFox News
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 Average cost of car ownership now $8946 per yearFox News
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 Turn Signal Neglect Epidemic - SAE ReportAttached is a press release link regarding a Society of Automotive Engineer's report on a subject that every single driver has personally experienced - Turn Signal Neglect. This is a subject that, until this report, had simply never been studied, which is quite shocking when you look at the numbers of crashes that it causes: 1 to 3 million per year. This makes it worse than Distracted Driving as seen from the attached press release. The base results from the study show that drivers neglect the use of their turn signals in 25% of turns and neglect them in 48% of lane changes.
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 Record YTD sales for Subaru CanadaMISSISSAUGA, ON, - Subaru Canada, Inc. (SCI) is pleased to announce its highest ever year-to-date sales with 9,321 units sold in 2012, an increase of 2.2 percent over the previous year. It was also an all-time best month for Subaru Canada's central region with sales up 1.4 percent over last April, setting a new record with 897 units sold and besting the previous record set during the same month last year. Although overall April results experienced a slight dip of 5.1 percent, Subaru Canada is poised to set a new milestone in company history as YTD sales are on track to make 2012 Subaru Canada's best one yet.
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 Canadians spring into Toyota hybrids to power April 2012 salesTORONTO, - TCI recorded April sales of 18,732 Toyota, Lexus and Scion vehicle sales, a reduction of 3% over April 2011, which featured two more selling days. This month was also highlighted by a shift in consumer preference to cars and especially to hybrids, which recorded their best TCI hybrid market share ever.
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 Hyundai attains 40 consecutive months of growth in AprilMARKHAM, ON, - Hyundai Auto Canada Corp. announced today that with record sales of 14,301 units in April, the company has now attained 40 consecutive months of year-over-year sales growth. On a year-to-date basis, sales have climbed by 5.6% to 43,632 units.
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 ES 350 a cushy, comfortable cruiserIf you had to sum up the 2012 Lexus ES 350 in one word, "soft" would be a good choice.
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 Subaru Canada's all-new sports coupe starts at $27,295MISSISSAUGA, ON, - Subaru Canada, Inc. (SCI) today announced pricing for its long-awaited 2013 Subaru BRZ rear-wheel-drive sports coupe. The well-equipped entry model with six-speed manual transmission starts at $27,295, and $28,495 for the six-speed automatic version, as Subaru's tradition of outstanding value is evident in the entry model's long list of standard amenities. Key among these are standard HID headlights as well as a comprehensive assortment of user-friendly technologies anchored by a touchscreen navigation system that includes Bluetooth mobile phone connectivity, Bluetooth audio streaming and smartphone integration. The Subaru BRZ Sport-tech Package offers additional comfort and amenities such as fog lights, a body-colour trunk spoiler and dual-zone automatic climate control. In addition to adding heated front seats, interior seats are upholstered with Alcantara inserts and leather bolsters. The push-start ignition with smart key also adds to the convenience of the Subaru BRZ Sport-tech Package, which has an MSRP of $29,295 when equipped with a manual transmission and $30,495 for automatic versions.
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 Kia Rio ups the entry level barIf the Japanese carmakers aren't looking over their shoulders and toward Korea already, the 2012 Kia Rio gives them even more reason to start doing exactly that. And they should.
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 Mitsubishi's Electriphobia Institute Debuts at Green Living ShowTORONTO, - Vowing to eradicate any lingering anxieties of electric vehicles, Mitsubishi Motor Sales of Canada (MMSCAN) is launching its tongue-in-cheek Electriphobia Research Institute at the 2012 Green Living Show.
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 Scion iQ: outsmarting the Smart?Scion's shoebox-sized commuter car appears to be trying to shoehorn itself into the Smart car's "eco niche." But is it really a smarter Smart?
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 Titan and Tacoma: A tale of two tough trucksBig or small, there's a Japanese truck for nearly all.
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 2013 Subaru Legacy: New Powertrain, Technology and AmenitiesNew, more powerful and efficient 2.5-litre SUBARU BOXER engine Most fuel efficient AWD mid-size sedan in North America New, second-generation Lineartronic continuously variable transmission Smoother, quieter ride with enhanced agility Redesigned front styling New creature comforts and audio features Newly available EyeSight driver-assist system with: Pre-Collision Braking System Capable of Pedestrian Detection Lane Departure and Sway Warning Adaptive Cruise Control MISSISSAUGA, ON, - Subaru Canada, Inc. (SCI) is pleased to announce the debut of the 2013 Subaru Legacy at the New York International Auto Show. The 2013 Legacy is powered by the choice of a 3.6-litre H6 or a new, more efficient 2.5-litre four-cylinder powertrain. The 2013 Subaru Legacy debuts revised styling as well as the new EyeSight driver-assist system. Chassis enhancements improve ride quality in the 2013 Subaru Legacy, which also offers new amenities and audio capabilities.
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 Subaru's New EyeSight(TM) System Debuts at New York International Auto ShowStereo camera-based Driver Assist System Pre-Collision Braking System capable of pedestrian detection Lane departure and sway warning Adaptive cruise control MISSISSAUGA, ON, - Subaru Canada, Inc. (SCI) will introduce its brand new EyeSight(TM) driver assistance system on its 2013 Legacy and Outback 3.6R Limited Package models later this year. This suite of safety and driver assist technologies will debut at the New York International Auto Show and will subsequently appear on other products in the Subaru lineup in future years. This new technology, which can detect obstacles in front of the car and limit potential damage in an impact, reinforces Subaru's commitment to remaining leaders in safety. EyeSight also integrates adaptive cruise control, pre-collision braking and a vehicle lane departure warning. Combining safety and convenience features, the Subaru EyeSight system will be one of the most affordable such technologies available in the North American market. Unlike other manufacturers who only introduce this system in top-end models, Subaru's plans to incorporate EyeSight in its intermediate, mid-size segment will further enhance an already value-packed offering.
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 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek: Stylish, Urban Crossover Debuts at New York International Auto ShowMISSISSAUGA, ON, - Subaru Canada, Inc. (SCI) today announced that it is expanding its line of award-winning vehicles to include the all-new 2013 XV Crosstrek. The versatile Subaru XV Crosstrek, which arrives this fall, was first shown in Canada during the auto show circuit and received an overwhelmingly positive response. The Subaru XV Crosstrek fits within an emerging sub-segment of the compact SUV category commonly known as a crossover vehicle. As such, the XV Crosstrek will nicely complement Subaru's lineup as this new addition is intended to attract new buyers looking to put Subaru on their comparison list. The Subaru XV Crosstrek also adds unique value to the ever-growing crossover segment as it's designed to thoroughly satisfy the needs of a diverse range of customers. Combining a bold five-door design with the functionality and versatility of an SUV, the XV Crosstrek blends impressive fuel efficiency, excellent handling and driving dynamics into the mix, making it especially fun to drive. The new Subaru XV Crosstrek will debut at the 2012 New York International Auto Show. New fun-to-drive, high-capability compact crossover 2.0-litre SUBARU BOXER engine and top-of-class fuel efficiency with up to 6.0 L/100 KM Standard Subaru symmetrical full-time All-Wheel Drive, 220 mm of ground clearance Sleek, muscular urban presence with excellent driving dynamics 680-kilogram towing capacity for added versatility
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 2013 Subaru BRZ: A Nimble, Rear-wheel Drive Sports CoupeMISSISSAUGA, ON, - Subaru Canada, Inc. (SCI) is delighted to introduce the all-new rear-wheel drive Subaru BRZ sports car to its award-winning lineup of passenger cars, crossovers and SUVs. Set to arrive in dealerships this June, the Subaru BRZ delivers superior steering response, pinpoint handling precision and an unmatched level of driving pleasure for sports car enthusiasts of all skill levels. Subaru BRZ focuses on low centre of gravity, light weight and precision handling Newly engineered vehicle-specific platform New high-performance 200-horsepower SUBARU BOXER engine Choice of 6-speed manual or automatic transmission Standard navigation
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 2013 Subaru Outback: Restyled Model Debuts at 2012 New York International Auto ShowMISSISSAUGA, ON, - Subaru Canada, Inc. (SCI) is pleased to announce that the 2013 Subaru Outback will debut at the New York International Auto Show. The 2013 Subaru Outback debuts revised styling as well as the new EyeSight driver-assist system. Chassis enhancements improve ride quality in the 2013 Subaru Outback, which also offers new amenities and audio capabilities. New, more powerful and efficient 2.5-litre SUBARU BOXER engine Impressive fuel efficiency with standard Subaru symmetrical full-time All-Wheel Drive New, second-generation Lineartronic continuously variable transmission Smoother, quieter ride with enhanced agility Redesigned front styling New creature comforts and audio features Newly available EyeSight driver-assist system with: Pre-Collision Braking System Capable of Pedestrian Detection Lane Departure and Sway Warning Adaptive Cruise Control
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 New models and hybrids power Toyota Canada Inc.'s sales in March 2012TORONTO, - Toyota Canada Inc. sales were powered by fuel efficient hybrids and robust passenger car sales in March to cap a strong quarter for all three brands.
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 March marks 39th consecutive month of sales growth for Hyundai CanadaMARKHAM, ON, - Hyundai Auto Canada Corp. announced today record March sales of 12,605 units, an 8.0% increase relative to the same month last year. With this most recent result, the company now stands at 39 consecutive months of year-over-year sales growth. With a cumulative total of 29,331 units at the end of the first quarter, Hyundai's year-to-date sales have grown by 8.4% over the corresponding period in 2011.
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 Subaru Canada topples records in MarchMISSISSAUGA, ON, - Subaru Canada, Inc. (SCI) is delighted to report its best March sales ever with 2,791 units sold, an increase of 3.4 percent. Year-to-date results are also up by 5.6 percent, establishing the first quarter of 2012 as SCI's best Q1 ever.
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 Subaru Canada introduces new 500,000-km maintenance scheduleMISSISSAUGA, ON, - Subaru Canada, Inc. is pleased to announce the introduction of a brand new 500,000-kilometre maintenance schedule for Subaru owners. According to Subaru's Canadian sales data and R.L. Polk Canadian registration data, 95.4 percent of Subaru vehicles sold in Canada over the last 10 years are still on the road today. With these statistics in mind, Subaru Canada developed an extended maintenance schedule reflective of the needs of older vehicles.
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 Porsche Cayman R - Grrrrrrreat fun!Introducing the sports car whose name may have been inspired by Talk like a Pirate Day: the Porsche Cayman ARRRRRR!
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 VW crafts a hot hatch with no hatchYou could call it the hot Jetta. And you'd be right. The VW Jetta GLI is basically a GTI with buttocks, in that it isn't a hatchback like the Golf-based GTI, but rather is a sedan - like, er, the Jetta. It's the most entertaining Jetta you can buy off the shelf. And needless to say, it's a blast.
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