Canada’s most popular car turns up the heat with Si Coupe

 All photos by Neil Moore It’s hard to believe Honda Civic is now in its tenth generation, evolving radically since coming to Canada in 1973 as a “cheap and cheerful” three- and five-door econobox. It soon grew both in size and sophistication, and quickly became no longer just an entry

Acura RDX Scores High Marks for Practicality and Performance

 Photos by Neil Moore All RDX models get heated and power adjustable front seats – even the base unit. This top-tier Elite tester also has perforated leather and seat ventilation. Compact crossovers continue to be hot sellers in Canada – including those aimed at the well-heeled. Like Acura RDX. It

Sedan or Coupe? A Tale of Two Civics

 Photos by Neil Moore Two doors or four? It’s a question that crosses the minds of at least some Civic buyers. I recently tested a pair of these back-to-back: the all-new 10th-generation sedan, which went on sale in fall 2015, and the coupe which arrived a few months later. My

Auto Writer Hones Green Driving Skills on 2016 EcoRun

 The 2016 EcoRun wrapped up with closing speeches at Ottawa City Hall. Twenty-seven vehicles, minus my EV, made the journey from Toronto to the nation’s capital. (photo courtesy AJAC) Closing speeches under the hot sun at Ottawa City Hall may sound enticing, but thanks to the whims of lithium-ion batteries,

Our Courts’ Regard for Employee Vulnerability

 More than 25 years ago, the Supreme Court of Canada recognized the central importance of work to society and to individuals stating, “Work is one of the most fundamental aspects in a person's life, providing the individual with a means of financial support and, as importantly, a contributory role in

Requiem for a Clutch

 A sea change in automotive design is upon us. The systemic shift in engineering has led to the regrettable fact that most automobiles today come equipped with just two pedals; the clutch, that all-important third pedal, is missing. And, much to the dismay of driving enthusiasts, the automatic has overtaken