Paris 2010: Hyundai

By John LeBlanc PARIS – Like a lot of automakers, Hyundai-Kia Motors continues to keep the good stuff for its European customers. Exhibit A: The just-redesigned subcompact Hyundai i20, ix20 mini-MPV (below left), and i20 Sport by German tuning haus Brabus concept (above)  that popped up here in Paris. Small cars that should be the […]

Comparo: 2010 Chevrolet Camaro RS vs. Hyundai Genesis Coupe 3.8 GT

[svgallery name=”2010_Chevy_Camaro_vs_Hyundai_Genesis_Cpe”] It’s an age thing Can Korea’s first legit pony car take on one of the originals? By John LeBlanc At first glance, Hyundai’s Genesis Coupe and Chevrolet’s Camaro appear to have as much in common as apple pie and kimchi. One is a modern reinterpretation of an American icon born in the ’60s; […]

The Crank: Is the guard changing in Canadian new car showrooms?

By John LeBlanc In my weekly Autonews column at Wheels.ca, I reported that last month’s Canadian new car sales suggest the market is starting to be divided in to the “haves” and the “have nots.” However, Canadian auto industry analyst, Dennis DesRosiers has taken a longer view back than just a year ago. And he […]

The Crank: April’s showers could mean Fall flowers for new car buyers

By John LeBlanc April’s Canadian new car sales numbers came in this week. And as is the continuing trend, new car customers are dividing up the automakers into roughly three groups: the Haves, the Have-nots and those Treading Water.

Top Six under $45,000

[svgallery name=”Best_$45k”] By John LeBlanc Do you have $45 big ones burning a hole in your car account? Want a ride that’s well-made, fun-to-drive and a good value? Alphabetically, here are my top half-dozen choices, whether you’re looking for a spots car or a people mover:

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