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Daniel Barron

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Forget 'Em All - Metallica Fan Loses Car In Toronto

The memory apparently doesn't remain for this well-meaning metal fan.
By Daniel Barron Jul 21, 2017
Humor Transport Canada Recall Gets In On Star Wars Day Fun

Transport Canada Recall Gets In On Star Wars Day Fun

Transport Canada released recall #2017242, which affects the powertrain of certain All-Terrain Armoured Transport (AT-AT) Imperial walkers.
By Daniel Barron May 04, 2017
General Huge Increase In Female Impaired Driving Incidents In Canada: Study

Huge Increase In Female Impaired Driving Incidents In Canada: Study

Researchers say women who are trying to "keep pace" with men may be more susceptible to the cognitive effects of alcohol.
By Daniel Barron Apr 24, 2017
Official Infiniti hires ex-BMW head designer Karim Habib

Infiniti hires ex-BMW head designer Karim Habib

Habib takes over for – and will report to – Alfonso Albaisa, who has been appointed Senior Vice President, Global Design for Nissan.
By Daniel Barron Mar 14, 2017
Official Hyundai Accent is bigger, quicker, and safer for 2018

Hyundai Accent is bigger, quicker, and safer for 2018

New subcompact officially bows at the Toronto Auto Show this week.
By Daniel Barron Feb 16, 2017
Motorcycles Azkarra three-wheel electric rocket misses release window

Azkarra three-wheel electric rocket misses release window

Atelier Girfalco Limitée was started by Simon Luc Bouchard back in June of 2016, and the Azkarra - with its peak 100 horsepower and 737 pound-feet of torque - is its first vehicle.
By Daniel Barron Jan 24, 2017
Concept Cars Sporty, rugged Subaru Crosstrek concept debuts in North America

Sporty, rugged Subaru Crosstrek concept debuts in North America

A look at the next Crosstrek, by way of the Montreal Auto Show.
By Daniel Barron Jan 19, 2017
Manufacturing / Production Ford invests $700M in Flat Rock plant, cancels Mexico facility

Ford invests $700M in Flat Rock plant, cancels Mexico facility

Ford will build its Mustang Hybrid and a number of new electrified vehicles in Flat Rock.
By Daniel Barron Jan 03, 2017
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Manufacturing / Production Huge demand, slim pickings for Ford GT supercar as production begins

Huge demand, slim pickings for Ford GT supercar as production begins

Bill Ford, Jr., and Mark Fields get the first and second GTs.
By Daniel Barron Dec 22, 2016
Crashes / Wrecks Snowstorm causes bumper car-like mayhem in Montreal

Snowstorm causes bumper car-like mayhem in Montreal

A new Facebook video proves that when conditions are bad enough, any driver can look like an amateur.
By Daniel Barron Dec 05, 2016
Crashes / Wrecks Skyline GT-R crashed one hour after 17-year-old buys it

Skyline GT-R crashed one hour after 17-year-old buys it

There actually isn't any visible damage, although we're sure the front end didn't leave unscathed.
By Daniel Barron Oct 17, 2016
Toys Man donates house full of 30,000 cars, from scale models to full size

Man donates house full of 30,000 cars, from scale models to full size

What's even more amazing is that Erickson kept meticulous records of every car he owned.
By Daniel Barron Oct 17, 2016
Humor BMW Enthusiast Parks M3 Inside Living Room During Hurricane Matthew

BMW Enthusiast Parks M3 Inside Living Room During Hurricane Matthew

Fearing the worst for his car when Matthew hit - E30 M3 owner in Port St. Lucie, Florida, knew he needed to protect his ride.
By Daniel Barron Oct 10, 2016
Calgary dealership puts 1,750-hp Lamborghini Gallardo TT for sale

Calgary dealership puts 1,750-hp Lamborghini Gallardo TT for sale

Based on the eBay description, Heffner left very little of this twin-turbo Lambo as-is
By Daniel Barron Aug 11, 2016
Slingshot conversion kit adds extra wheel to unique 3-wheeler

Slingshot conversion kit adds extra wheel to unique 3-wheeler

The cost includes, among other things, a Formula 1-inspired push rod/rocker IRS rear suspension, an Infiniti G35 limited slip rear differential, a custom drive shaft, and multi-colour options for the added pieces.
By Daniel Barron Jul 27, 2016
Video shows Canadian man

Video shows Canadian man's epic 1,200-mile commute

According to Clark, driving to Vancouver takes "12 to 13 hours," which is why we can see him getting out of his car and stretching.
By Daniel Barron Jul 11, 2016
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