2010 Toyota Highlander and Venza Earn Insurance Institute for Highway Safety ‘Top Safety Pick’

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Toyota Canada press release TORONTO, ON - June 2, 2010 - The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has announced that the 2010 Highlander and Venza have each earned “Top Safety Pick” status. The “Top Safety Pick” is the highest safety designation awarded by the IIHS. To qualify for the award, a vehicle must earn the highest rating of “good” in the IIHS’ front, side, rollover, … [Read more...]

While most manufacturers in Canada are improving, Honda struggles in May

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As the May sales reports filter in today, they seem to be pretty positive overall. Every press release I've received so far have shown improvements, until Honda's numbers appeared. The press release reads: TORONTO, June 1 /CNW/ - Combined May sales of 11,587 units by the Honda and Acura divisions represented a 26% decrease over last year. The Honda Automobile Division reported May sales of 10,084 … [Read more...]

2010 Cadillac SRX: changing perceptions

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Cadillac is one of those brands that everyone, regardless of background, has a long standing perception of. Throw away what you thought before, because the 2010 SRX ain't your Zaidy's Caddy! First things first: The all new 2010 SRX is sexy as hell. From the knife edged body lines, well placed bling and jewel like exterior lamps, everything about the exterior looks hot. Inside, quality leather surfaces … [Read more...]

Honda Canada to sponsor Paul Tracy at Honda Indy Toronto once again

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Honda Indy Toronto press release Toronto, ON (May 25, 2010) – Canadian Paul Tracy’s KV Racing Technology car will be sponsored by Honda Canada for a second year, and will support Make-A-Wish Canada, at the Honda Indy Toronto, July 18, on the streets of Toronto. Tracy, the 2003 Champ Car World Series champion, is one of the most successful and exciting drivers in the history of open-wheel … [Read more...]

2010 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon: Double duty family fun

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The Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon is so true to its roots, that I have to spend time in one every chance I get. We all have those things in life that we love so much that we just can't get enough of, despite their failings. In some consumer's eyes, a vehicle like the Rubicon has lots of flaws. We'll just let those folks continue to drive their beige hybrid while we get on with enjoying life. If … [Read more...]