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Event Preview: The Ultimate Car Show by Reynolds-Alberta Museum
The Reynolds-Alberta Museum is Westaskiwin, Alberta is once again putting on The Ultimate Car Show, which is brought to us by the City of Wetaskiwin, Hagerty Canada and Central Agencies.
AJAC EcoRun Successfully Completed
For the first time since 2019, the Automobile Journalists Association of Canada held its annual EcoRun, a driving event featuring a variety of eco-friendly vehicles on a three-day tour, this year in South-Central Ontario, and sponsored by the Canadian Fuels Association, Electric Mobility Canada, and FLO EV Charging.
Summer Events Guide 2022: Jellybean AutoCrafters Canada d’Eh
The Jellybean AutoCrafters Canada d’Eh Celebration & Car Show returns this year, at the Langley Speedway at the south end of 208th St. on July 1. Gates open at 9:00
Summer Events Guide 2022: KMS Tools Charity Show and Shine
KMS Tools is hosting three big Charity Show & Shines this summer at their stores in Coquitlam (June 18), Calgary (July 23) and Edmonton (July 30). Pre-register your vehicle for
First Drive: 2022 Nissan Frontier
The Nissan Frontier is getting a full-scale redesign for 2022 – and safe to say, it’s been a long time coming. We haven’t seen an all-new Frontier since the second-gen truck debuted in 2005 and we haven’t seen a new model-year since way back in 2019. That means it will have been three full model years since a new Frontier arrived on lots, as it should be doing by the time you read this.
Road Test: 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC
The Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 has seemingly made style and refinement it’s top priority and have done a great job of exhibiting both. On the outside, the GLC 300 is a very sharp looking compact crossover with stunning body lines, an aggressive front fascia and an overall sporty look that really sets it apart from its main competitors.
Road Test: 2021 GMC Yukon Denali
GMC’s upscale Denali trim has become synonymous with bringing a touch of luxury to the truck and SUV segment. The rebuilt-from-the-ground-up fifth-gen Yukon is one of the most recent examples to receive all the latest bells and whistles that come along with the designation. Also built upon the same T1 platform as the modern Chevrolet Tahoe and the flagship Cadillac Escalade, a high level of refinement is almost a given.
Road Test: 2021 Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S 4MATIC+ Coupe
Anytime a vehicle is at or above the 600 horsepower mark you can be sure enthusiasts of all types will take notice and such is the case with Mercedes new 2021 Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S Coupe that makes a very impressive 603 horsepower from its 4.0L twin turbocharged V8 engine. This makes it one of the most powerful SUVs available right now and to top things off it offers the refinement and true luxurious feel that only a Mercedes vehicle can.
Road Test: 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250
Mercedes has introduced a new generation of GLA with this new 2021 model. For starters, the entire exterior has been redesigned. It’s taller, wider, and sits on a slightly larger wheel base this year. Correspondingly, the interior has also added some much improved spacing. HP power gains 13 horses as well. There are also now options on options way too numerous to mention here, but worth a checking out what you might want to, well, put a check mark next to the most wished for.
New Competition: GMC Sierra 1500 Diesel vs Ram 1500 EcoDiesel
The popularity of pickup trucks in North America is seemingly at an all-time high, which is significant given that the entire automotive industry has seemingly shifted its focus to efficiency and economy. Sure, trucks are more efficient and practical then they have ever been before, but they are still very large and often feature large V8 engines under the hood, neither of which necessarily produce an economically friendly and fuel efficient vehicle.
