First released in 2007, the new 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan vowed to dominate the Compact Utility Vehicle (CUV) class. Priced a little higher than the Toyota Rav4, the Tiguan promises to deliver some serious off-roading capabilities found only in higher end SUV’s.
It took a while for Volkswagen to deliver a car worthy of the CUV North American trend, but when they announced the Tiguan it was for many a dream come true. With a light but powerful 2.0L turbo-diesel 200-hp engine the car is both light and powerful as it can spring into action when needed. The transmission also has some …read more

This seems to be the year of the crossover SUV’s (CUV). With people wanting bigger cars but not wanting to go full size SUV (for environmental/gas saving reasons) Ford chose to devote their full attention on developing the new 2010 Ford Edge.
These nifty cars are made at the Oakville, Ontario plant, so when you purchase the Ford Edge you are helping support Canada’s auto workers. Loyalty isn’t the only reason to buy the Edge.
The Edge comes with the 265-hp 3.5L Duratec V6 engine that enable some high performance activity as well as a 3500-lbs tow load. With this kind of …read more