Test Drive by Russell Purcell

"A spectacular sports sedan", the Lexus IS F competes head on with the rear-drive BMW M3 and Mercedes C63 AMG. The three "are so evenly matched..that selecting a favourite would have to come down individual preferences," says contributor Russell Purcell. More...

Test Drive by Russell Purcell

Even with its "prodigious" 451 horsepower, "acceleration seems effortless and is delivered in a surprisingly smooth and linear fashion," says contributor Russell Purcell of the C63 AMG. "All the luxury equipment you would expect in an executive sedan is on board."

Test Drive by Bob McHugh

The 2009 Volvo V70 has only a few minor changes from the completely redesigned 2008 model, says contributor Bob McHugh. "The V70 offers a more agile and entertaining drive than an SUV or a crossover vehicle," he says.

Test Drive by Bob McHugh

The new TSX is certainly a more mature automobile, it's more refined and it is a more comfortable cruiser, says contributor Bob McHugh. But it's longer, wider, lower and heavier, he notes. "I've mixed emotions about the second-generation remake," he says.

Test Drive by Chris Chase

Saab's new all-wheel drive system called "cross-wheel drive" "virtually eliminates torque-steer" says Contributing Editor, Chris Chase, and offers "the benefits that all-wheel drive brings in snowy weather."