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		Monday, July 5, 2010 If you can't view this newsletter, you can read it online at www.canadiandriver.com/archive/newsletter/2010/07/100705.htm. New on CanadianDriver Special Feature: In search of the Canadian car by Chris Chase What puts the "Canuck" in a car or truck? A new exhibit at the Canadian Science and Technology Museum in Ottawa attempts to answer this question with a sampling of Canadian-built and designed cars, popular Canadian cars, and interactive exhibits. First Drive: 2011 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet by Greg Wilson Based on the recent E-Class Coupe, the new 2011 E-Class Cabriolet features a retractable wind deflector at the top of the windscreen that helps reduce wind turbulence in the cabin while driving with the top down, reports Editor-in-chief, Greg Wilson. First Drive: 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee by Jil McIntosh Jeep's flagship Grand Cherokee is all-new for 2011, and it's come a long way from its predecessor, says Assistant Editor Jil McIntosh. A new V6, air suspension, terrain selector and upgraded interior make the difference: "They've nailed it," she says. Test Drive: 2010 Chevrolet Malibu LT Platinum Edition by Paul Williams With the standard 2.4-litre four-cylinder engine and six-speed automatic transmission, the Malibu LT is surprisingly "quiet and powerful" and fuel economy is "commendable" for a mid-size sedan, says Senior Editor, Paul Williams. The Platinum Edition adds a number of feature upgrades. Day-by-Day Review: 2011 Ford Mustang GT by James Bergeron James discovered this weekend that the Mustang is a surprisingly good handler. It can also be a handful of fun with the traction/stability control system turned off. Motoring Memories: Dodge Sweptside pickup truck, 1957-1959 by Bill Vance After the success of the 1955 Chevrolet Cameo Carrier and 1957 Ford Styleside pickup and Ford Ranchero, Chrysler decided they needed a car-like pickup truck too. The result was the 1957 Dodge Sweptside. Feature: Car brands – who owns what? by Paul Williams With all the changes in the automobile industry over the past few years, it's hard to keep track of which car brands are owned by which companies. Senior Editor Paul Williams has the latest update on who owns what. Auto Tech: How to recognize mechanical problems early by Jim Kerr Using your senses - sight, sound, smell and feel - you can recognize potential mechanical problems before they become serious and cost you a lot of money in repairs, says Technical Editor, Jim Kerr. Steering You Right: After-the-crash priorities by Jordan W. Charness If you're in a car crash where somebody is injured, you should call an ambulance or the police first, says lawyer Jordan Charness - not your lawyer. What's New Every day CanadianDriver features a new vehicle from our 2010 and 2011 Buyer's Guides. This week: 2011 Suzuki Kizashi 2010 Nissan Titan 2010 Aston Martin DB9 2010 Volvo V50 In the news this week Top headlines on CanadianDriver this week included: 10,000 Chevrolet Volts confirmed for first year New CAA guide calculates driving costs Honda Civic, Ford F-Series top May sales Drivers should learn more about big trucks: poll New Ford Explorer will debut Curve Control CanadianDriver This Week keeps you up to date with the latest news and information at CanadianDriver.com, including Canadian automotive news, test drives, features and articles. This newsletter is sent only to people who have specifically requested it subscribing or agreeing to receive it when they entered a contest on CanadianDriver.com. Our list of subscribers is confidential and we promise never to share or sell your e-mail address to anyone without your permission. To view our privacy policy, click here. To remove yourself from this mailing list, click here. If you experience any problems with this newsletter, please don't hesitate to let us know. Send us an e-mail at newsletter@canadiandriver.com.				Coming up* July 5 - 11, 2010 Monday First Drive: 2011 mercedes-Benz R-Class, by Grant Yoxon Mercedes-Benz has given its luxury people-mover, the R-Class, a mild face-lift to keep it looking fresh and to more closely align it with the corporate look, says Managing Editor, Grant Yoxon. The 2011 R-Class goes on sale in August. Steering You Right: No parking signs, by Jordan W. Charness What's New: 2011 Subaru Outback Tuesday Test Drive: 2010 Toyota 4Runner SR5, by Chris Chase Feature: Importing my car from the U.S., by Haney Louka What's New: 2010 Kia Borrego Wednesday Test Drive: 2010 Ford Transit Connect: the people have their say! by Russell Purcell Day-by-Day Review: 2010 BMW 135i Cabriolet, by James Bergeron Auto Tech: Noisy mufflers, by Jim Kerr What's New: 2010 Lexus LF-A Thursday Used Vehicle Review, Pontiac G8, 2008-2009, by Chris Chase Product Review: GE Nighthawk Platinum halogen headlamps, by Frank Rizzuti What's New: 2010 Mazda B-Series pickup Friday Test Drive: 2011 Suzuki Kizashi, by Jil McIntosh Motoring Memories: Plymouth Trucks, 1937–1941 and 1974-1983, by Bill Vance What's New: 2010 Nissan Rogue ... and, of course, Canadian automotive news updated daily Monday to Friday *Schedule subject to change
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