Remember when it wasn’t weird to plan a family day around a simple, relaxing drive? Volkswagen Canada does. With their Golf GTI being named 2010 Canadian Car of the Year by the Automobile Journalists Association of Canada, and the Golf VI winning World Car of the Year in 2009, it’s become obvious their vehicles are a pleasure to drive. So why not take it out for a drive just ‘cause? Volkswagen has set up vwsundaydrive.ca with a digital Sunday drive game (that has an amazing song — I’ve kept the browser open just so I can hear it on loop) to get you right in the mood for cruising. You can also share your Sunday drive stories online and explore features of the new Golf family of cars. Our world has become incredibly... MORE
Roy “Doc” Halladay finally did it. Halladay, the ex-Jays pitcher, pitched a perfect game. There were no hits, walks or errors surrendered during his 1-0 victory over the Florida Marlins. As one of the best pitchers to ever play in Canada, we all knew he was capable of this. Now, under the massive Philadelphia spotlight, all of North America reveres him as the greatest pitcher in the game. In 1998, his second start ever, he took a no-hitter to the final out against Detroit in the final game of the season. The next batter, star player Bobby Higginson, hit a home run and the bid was exterminated. I was at that game and, as deflating as the feeling of coming so close is, everyone knew they had witnessed something special. Halladay was going places. Places uncharted by a Blue Jay, or even a... MORE
Chicago’s a great city, but for Spyder enthusiasts it can get even better. Bombardier Recreational Products (BRP) is hosting its third annual Can-Am Spyder Owner event on June 25 and 26. Here, you can meet other enthusiasts, hang out at the historic Lehmann Mansion in Lake Villa and participate in a plethora of activities — including demo rides of Can-Am ATVs, a Sea-Doo watercraft and the Spyder RT roadster. ... MORE
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