Top 10s: Worst gas-guzzling new 2013 cars

Story by John LeBlanc More than likely, the meek will inherit our planet. But until that day comes, new car buyers with the means will want to drive the most decadent rides they can afford — whatever they cost to buy or run. For those buyers with such deep pockets, we present the 10 worst […]

Quick Spin: 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 2LT AWD 3.6

Story and photos by John LeBlanc What is it? Relatively large for the compact crossover segment, the five-passenger, second-generation Chevrolet Equinox went on sale for 2010. Made in Ingersoll, Ontario, the front- or all-wheel-drive Equinox shares its platform with the GMC Terrain.

Comparo: 2013 Honda Accord Sport vs. 2014 Mazda Mazda6 GS

Story and photos by John LeBlanc You can forget about electric vehicles, hybrids or mega-horsepower supercars — the hottest, most competitive new vehicle segment right now is the mid-sized family sedan market. It started with the latest versions of the Hyundai Sonata and Kia Optima, followed by all-new models of the Toyota Camry, Chevrolet Malibu, […]

Dear John: What’s the best new commuter car I can buy?

Story by John LeBlanc For the majority of new car buyers, the idea of owning a sports car or luxury sedan is a far-off dream. The reality is, most of us need a car to simply get us from point A to B, usually so we can make a living. Such is the case for […]

Road Test: 2013 Acura ILX Hybrid

Story and photos by John LeBlanc The new Acura ILX checks off two of today’s hottest buzzwords in the car industry. Firstly, it’s a “premium” compact, a class automakers are venturing into to attract young, urban buyers, and one Acura virtually invented with its 1997 EL sedan. Secondly, my 2013 ILX tester has a gas-electric […]

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