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First Drive: 2024 Fiat 500e Isn’t For Everyone, And That’s OK

Fiat returns to North America as an EV-only brand. The new 500e's small size and limited range won’t make sense for every EV buyer, and that's fine by Fiat.
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Small in size, big on value, our tested subcompact sedans deliver practicality with a driver’s edge.

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First Drive: 2015 Nissan Micra Review

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The Comeback Kid: Following a 21-year hiatus, the new 4th-generation 2015 Nissan Micra sub-compact returns with polished looks and an ultra-low price-point.

The MINI Countryman ALL4 Camp and Rooftop Tent

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Put a tent on it. This camper will mount on the Countryman or Clubman crossovers for those looking to go off the beaten path.

2013 Fiat 500C (Convertible) Abarth Review

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The 160 horsepower 2013 500C Abarth convertible is Italy's answer to the hot hatch. Sure, it's cute but lacks the performance lustre in the twisties.

2013 Chevrolet Spark Review: City & Colour

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Nimble, small, and a bit beefy, the 2013 Chevrolet Spark lands in North America.

2012 Kia Rio SX Sedan Review: An Anomaly on Wheels

Subcompact Sedans Amee Reehal -
The little-car-company-that-could has not only caught up, but in many ways is now leading the way, producing stylish, economical vehicles with an unprecedented list...

2012 Fiat 500 Lounge Review

Coupes Amee Reehal -
The iconic, Italian car adds variety to the subcompact class - and it's cool enough for JLo. We review the 2012 Fiat 500 Lounge.

2011 MINI Cooper Clubman Review

MINI Cooper Amee Reehal -
Fun, zippy, stylish, and now with extra space and more doors — we review the 2011 MINI Clubman: a brilliant blend of compact with cargo.

Vintage Power: A Crazy 400+HP 1970 Mini

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A Case of Yellow Fever: Zahir Rana from Calgary, Alberta took an average 1970 Mini and turned it into something truly exotic. And insane.

2011 Ford Fiesta SES Hatchback Review

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The 2011 Fiesta hatch in the higher SES trim had sporty styling, agile handling, and advanced technology features in a subcompact package.
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