Automotive

Lexus UX: a small luxury SUV that makes a big statement By Jim Bray, CFP Automotive Editor | October 11, 2019

UX 250h AWD

Hyundai Veloster: the long-dead Scoupe becomes a burning hot phoenix! By Jim Bray, CFP Automotive Editor | October 5, 2019

So is the Veloster N a clear case of "move over, GTI and Civic Type R?"

BMW M340i Xdrive is a fast and luxurious drive By Jim Bray, CFP Automotive Editor | September 29, 2019

After all, if you're going to compete with the likes of Audi, Mercedes-Benz, Jaguar, Lexus, Infiniti and Genesis, you have to offer more than just performance.

Israeli startup is totally reinventing how cars are built By ISRAEL21c | September 11, 2019

REE’s innovative modular platform houses all of a car’s major components – brakes, thermal systems, motor and drivetrain – next to the wheels.

The all-new Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Coupé and 911 Carrera 4 Cabriolet By Porsche Canada | September 11, 2019

Honda’s innovating Insight is reborn as a nice hybrid sedan By Jim Bray, CFP Automotive Editor | September 2, 2019

If you're looking for a Honda hybrid that's affordable and drives well, you should take this little beastie for a test drive

Toyota’s all-new Corolla goes hybrid for the first time By Jim Bray, CFP Automotive Editor | August 26, 2019

Well, done, Toyota!

This tech helps self-driving cars see well in all weather By ISRAEL21c | August 20, 2019

TriEye: Israeli startup makes shortwave infrared cameras affordable for the autonomous vehicle market, potentially boosting road safety significantly

Tax Credits Are Expiring for Tesla and GM By Institute for Energy Research | August 13, 2019

Overall, the EV tax credit is an example of convoluted policy getting in the way of both the free market, and of its own stated goal.

Toyota adds all-wheel-drive to its stable of Prii By Jim Bray, CFP Automotive Editor | July 28, 2019

2019 Prius Technology AWD-e

Kia Telluride a big eye opener in the three row SUV market By Jim Bray, CFP Automotive Editor | July 12, 2019

I think it's a real winner and I now have a new favourite vehicle in this market niche. Sorry, Mazda

Jeep Cherokee – a classic off roader still relevant in the present By Jim Bray, CFP Automotive Editor | July 6, 2019

Cherokee has new front and rear end styling, a new engine choice, and numerous other updates aimed at keeping it current

Expanding the temperature range of lithium-ion batteries By American Chemical Society | July 2, 2019

Lithium-ion batteries, like those in electric cars, could work better in extreme temperatures with new electrolytes

Ford F-150 King Ranch an awesome hauler By Jim Bray, CFP Automotive Editor | June 29, 2019

The Ford F-150 King Ranch is an awesome truck

Think twice before asking the government to intrude further into drivers’ lives By Jim Bray, CFP Automotive Editor | June 20, 2019

Better drivers, better cyclists and better pedestrians, co-existing in mutual safety and respect because they all know what they're doing and are paying attention. What a concept!

Infiniti QX50 works hard not to offend By Jim Bray, CFP Automotive Editor | June 17, 2019

I see quite a few QX50's in my neck of the woods, so it appears to be reaching its target audience, and there's nothing wrong with that

Lincoln MKC is a nice drive – but you’d better act soon By Jim Bray, CFP Automotive Editor | May 19, 2019

If you're looking for a nice, comfortable and luxurious SUV/Crossover from North America, the Lincoln MKC is a great choice

Motoring: Nissan Qashqai By Tim Saunders | May 5, 2019

The Qashqai has always been a versatile SUV and the second generation model I test has bags of street cred to boot

Mazda’s new 3 sedan may be the nicest all-round mainstream car By Jim Bray, CFP Automotive Editor | April 26, 2019

Everything Mazda makes is attractive, drives beautifully, and features state of the art technology. So why do ugly Civics fly out of showroom doors while beautiful 3's aren't as popular

2019 Porsche 911 Speedster with optional Heritage Design Package debuts at New York Auto Show By Porsche Canada | April 22, 2019

Heritage Design Package by Porsche Exclusive Manufaktur features many classic styling elements

Motoring: Kia Stonic By Tim Saunders | April 15, 2019

Overall, I like the Stonic. From both outside and in it’s an attractive car with a sensible price tag

Honda fits a new Passport into its utility vehicle line By Jim Bray, CFP Automotive Editor | April 11, 2019

Honda's line of utility vehicles is pretty full already – with three SUV/Crossovers and the Ridgeline pickup truck

Porsche presents the 2020 Cayenne Coupé By Porsche Canada | April 3, 2019

New body variant added to the SUV range

New CX-5 adds Zoom-Zoom and a premium trim level By Jim Bray, CFP Automotive Editor | March 31, 2019

If you like to drive, you'll definitely want that marvelous turbo!

Kia’s airport-based new model introduction a runway success By Jim Bray, CFP Automotive Editor | March 23, 2019

I'm champing at the bit to drive the Forte5 GT

Toyota 4Runner and Tundra: a focus more on utility than fun By Jim Bray, CFP Automotive Editor | March 3, 2019

Motoring: Seat Leon Cupra By Tim Saunders | March 1, 2019

Leon is exceptionally comfortable

New Dodge Ram is a truck even truckophobes can love By Jim Bray, CFP Automotive Editor | February 7, 2019

Not only does this beast drive very well, it (at least the Limited version does) also comes with an excellent interior with the biggest – and one of the most well thought out – central LCD screens I've used in any vehicle

Subaru Forester gets a nice upgrade for 2019 By Jim Bray, CFP Automotive Editor | February 4, 2019

Forester has been re-engineered from the ground up for 2019, including a new BOXER engine

Angry-looking big Mini is a fun drive By Jim Bray, CFP Automotive Editor | January 21, 2019

2019 Mini Countryman