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March 6, 2012

Quebec City Auto Show: Making way for the future

 

Dealers, manufacturers, and the public were looking forward to this for a long time: the Quebec City Auto Show has expanded its floor space to an impressive 185,000 sq. ft. This expansion provides increased room to move around the vehicles, an easier crowd flow, clearer brand concentration and more room for new-product introductions. [Full Story]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


 

February 20, 2012

Canadian leaders introduce new products in Toronto

 

The Canadian International Auto Show was once again held in mid-February in downtown Toronto’ Metro Convention Centre. Unfortunately, this show hosted by TADA (Toronto Auto Dealers Association) comes right after two major American auto shows so it is difficult to get star cars for spectacular unveilings. [Full Story]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

February 13, 2012

Chicago Auto Show - Still the biggest!

 

Did you know that the Chicago Auto Show was the car show that attracted the most visitors in North America ? Did you know it was 104 years old? [Full Story]

 

 

 

 


 
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

January 13 - 21, 2012

Montreal Auto Show

 

Montreal is the city that launches the Auto Show circuit in Canada. Unfortunately, it has to do so early in January and, consequently, the Montreal Auto Show clashes with the world renowned Detroit Auto Show. [Full Story]

 

 

 

 


 
 

 

 

 

 

Décember 21, 2011

Detroit Auto Show Preview

 

The annual North American International Auto Show is one of the world’s most important car shows. As the traditional curtain-raiser to the year, it will point the way for the entire automotive industry once again in 2012. Over 150 exhibitors from every corner of the earth will come together in Detroit’s Cobo Center to present new models... [Full Story]

 

 

 

 


 
 

 


 

 


 

November 23, 2011

Walkaround | 2012 Kia Soul

 

The product that began Kia's design-led transformation to the Kia line-up has been updated with a freshened look, more power, and the same distinctive personality consumers have come to love from the segment-leading compact crossover. Refined for 2012 with a significant number of technology and powertrain enhancements... [Full Story]

 

 

 

 


 

 

 

 

 


 

 


 

October 12, 2011

Walkaround | 2011 Ford F-150

 

When presenting the F-150 to prospective customers, it is imperative to have an idea of what they are looking for in a pickup truck.  Pickup trucks come in so many flavors that it is easy to loose a customer in details irrelevant to them. [Full Story]

 

 

 

 

 

 


 

 

 

 

 


 

September 28, 2011

Top 10 sporty and extravagant police cars

 

Road safety is a leading issue for many governments. It therefore comes as no surprise that the means used meet the demand. And among the actions put in place, some are impressive, such as proposing to controlling forces to use sport cars to track down the faulty motorists. [Full Story]

 

 

 

 

 

 


 

 

 

 


September 27, 2011

2011 Cadillac CTS Coupe - A distinctive design

 

The Cadillac CTS Coupe is very distinctive, featuring an inclined windshield and an almost horizontal rear window, integrated door handles, customized rear lights and a central exhaust. Inside, luxury and comfort are undeniable according to the mixture of materials used. [Full Story]

 

 

 

 

 

 


 

 

 

September 21, 2011

Finest Top 10 Volkswagen Vans

 

Some people enjoy very fast or very luxurious big cars. And others prefer the good old vintage van which smells like Flower Power and inspires Peace and Love. This top ten will please them. [Full Story]

 

 

 

 

 

 


 

September 20, 2011

2012 Ford Explorer

 

Technology has produced miracles at Ford ! I hadn’t driven an Explorer in a while; I can only say that this one has absolutely nothing to do with its predecessor. Luxury, comfort, security and, above all, an omnipresent technology which facilitates life on board: hands-free... [Full Story]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


 

 


September 14, 2011

Investing in Relais: a Sure Sign of Confidence

 

What better proof that an entrepreneur still believes in the products he sells, despite the challenges, than by investing heavily in his own business? That’s the path taken by the Verdy family as they expand and renovate their Relais Chevrolet Cadillac Buick GMC facility. [Full Story]

 

 

 

 

 

 


 

September 14, 2011

Top 10 taxis

 

There are obviously millions of taxis in the world, from the most luxurious to the most comfortable, down to the most basic ones. Here is a snap shot display grabbed somewhere on the planet of ten different models. [Full Story]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


 

September 13, 2011

Volkswagen Eos Convertible

 

It barely escapes notice with the top down, but this is a vehicle that’s yours to discover! The Eos is equipped with a sunroof that opens in the roof, which in itself, completely retracts into the trunk, like a real convertible. It’s the best of worlds—the two possibilities of a single top—a marvelous piece of technology. [Full Story]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

September 7, 2011

The top 10 auto designers

 

Here are the top 10 designers that became big names in designing automobiles. Considering their career as wholly dedicated to that domain, one thing is certain : they left their mark in the history of the car industry. [Full Story]

 

 

 

 

 

 


 

September 6, 2011

Camaro RS Convertible

 

The Camaro RS is a convertible which comes from far away and which was much anticipated. Already since a number of years, Chevrolet presented us the Camaro in motor shows in America. Here it is now, properly positioned in coupé and convertible versions. [Full Story]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


 

August 31, 2011

Top 10 of the most dangerous roads

 

To us, Quebec’s roads and bridges seem dangerous since a few months, if not years.  After seeing these images, maybe you will find them a bit more reassuring. [Full Story]

 

 

 

 

 

 


August 10, 2011

Top Ten Smallest Vehicles

 

As far as the story of the automobile goes, city-dwellers have always wanted smaller, more efficient vehicles. For a manufacturer the challenge is marketing such a vehicle. Here are some of the commercial vehicles which, over the years, have found their niche in our big city settings. [Full Story]

 

 

 

 

 

August 9, 2011

Infiniti M35h - Luxurious and stylish

 

Nothing is too good for the Infiniti M35h ! The interior is impeccable. Materials, leathers and fabrics choices, the dashboard finish, everything is in harmony. Moreover, it offers comfort and electronic equipment which facilitate life on board. [Full Story]

 




 

 

 

August 3, 2011

Race Car Drivers' Everyday Cars

 

But whether these famously fast drivers are affiliated with NASCAR or Formula One, their everyday rides are not always flashy and pimped. Sometimes they’re downright practical vehicles suitable for driving the kids to school, and one or two of them might even get good gas mileage. [Full Story]

 

 

 

 

 

August 2, 2011

BMW M1 Coupe - High-Intensity

 

The BMW M1 coupe evokes the thrill of an intense adrenaline rush. This high-energy feeling becomes fully palpable once its beefy engine unleashes all of its ample power. With new aerodynamic components in... [Full Story]

 




 


July 27, 2011

Top 10 of the most expensive cars in the world

 

What is the most expensive car in the world ? The one that you will struggle to pay, even with a big, big credit. Forbes magazine publishes each year its ranking of the cars that cost the most. [Full Story]

 

 

 

 

 

July 26, 2011

New Bentleys: elegance, performance, refinement

 

It’s not every day that we get the chance to drive truly exceptional vehicles like the new Bentleys. Shown here, in all their glory, are three prestigious models, each as different as the next. First, the flagship Mulsanne, which embodies the very essence of the Bentley brand, with its exquisite handcrafted luxury and hi-tech engineering. [Full Story]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

July 18, 2011

BRP hosts with brightness the world of motorized sports

 

BRP has organized the most important commercial event of its history in Montreal. More than 4,000 dealers, distributors, suppliers, media members and BRP employees, from more than 80 countries, visited us and went to Valcourt, in the Esatern Townships. [Full Story]

 

 

 

 







July 14, 2011

Nissan 370Z Nismo

 

Nissan offers you an even sportier version, if it’s possible, of the 370Z: the limited edition Nismo. It develops 350 horsepower, an addition of 18 on that count. The car is equipped with a complete body assembly, a specially calibrated suspension and unique rims in super light forged alloy. The NISMO 370Z model is provided with a manual... [Full Story]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

July 6, 2011

MINI Cooper S

 

At the front, its headlights and its grille give the aspect of a visage with two big eyes and a large mouth, and wide nostrils on the hood. These details confer its personality, with dimensions and roundness that are its own. [Full Story]

 

 

 

 







July 5, 2011

2011 Kia Optima

 

What a front! The grille and the headlights very well fit together makes the Optima a vehicle that is a pleasure to look at. Its particular lines give it a tough and sporty look, but not an aggressive one; its fluid lines are very well designed. [Full Story]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

June 21, 2011

Scion xB 2011

 

With its unique design, it is quite easily recognizable. Since now ten years, Scion makes its way in our American neighbors’ country; it ought to have been introduced earlier in ours. With its look, the xB directly targets a young clientele. Furthermore, the manufacturer regularly holds tuning contests or other events to stimulate even more that image. [Full Story]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

June 21, 2011

2011 Hyundai Sonata

 

Completely revamped in Hyundai’s design studio in Irvine, California, the 2011 Sonata continues the style adapted for a 4-door sports coupe. With sleek lines more suited to a luxury vehicle, several commentators told me it has the look of a smaller, sexier Mercedes-Benz. [Full Story]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

May 25, 2011

Beauties from England in Town

 

This last Saturday, Aston Martin invited us to get to know their new models. We were able to test the Vantage S V8 and the Virage, in coupé and roadster versions. These are exceptional vehicles… their performance measures up to the brand’s reputation. [Full Story]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

May 11, 2011

2011 Volkswagen Jetta TDI

 

Turbodiesel can become a logic choice for those who still envisage the hybrid technology. For consumption and purchase price, the Jetta TDI becomes an interesting alternative. With its 4 cylinder 2 liters turbodiesel motor developing... [Full Story]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

April 20, 2011

Subaru Forester 2011

 

We tested the Subaru Forester, equipped with convenience features, and the all new horizontally opposed 4 cylinder 2.5 liter motor, which develops 170 horsepower and a torque of 174 pounds-feet. [Full Story]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

March 26, 2011

The Best of the Best

 

At the Château Bonne Entente in Sainte-Foy (Quebec City) last Saturday, Groupe PPP held a gala to recognize all the hard work of its Sales Managers. More than 20 winners in 4 different categories – the first, 100 to 250 vehicles, the second, 251 to 500 vehicles, the third... [Full Story]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

February 23, 2011

The Bentley Continental GT evening

 

On February 23, a select group of a few hundred guests gathered at Espace Griffintown in Montreal for the launch of the new astounding Bentley Continental GT... [Full Story]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

January 17, 2011

A foretaste of next summer

 

During the summer time, in Montreal as well as in Detroit, convertible cars really get people’s attention. Nowadays, almost every constructor launches a new model. With the arrival of new hard top convertible cars, it becomes tricky for some people to spot them if the roof is not open... [Full Story]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  

January 14, 2011

Performance Zone

 

As revealed on these images, the custom-built vehicles displayed on the 7th floor at the Montreal International Auto Show, currently going on at the Palais des Congrès de Montréal, give praise to performance and vehicle enhancement. Is the tuning fashion coming back? For the lovers of customised vehicles, there is enough choice to suit all tastes... [Full Story]