Jim Bray, CFP Automotive Editor

Jim publishes TechnoFile Magazine. Jim is an affiliate with the Automobile Journalists Association of Canada and his careers have included journalist, technology retailer, video store pioneer, and syndicated columnist; he does a biweekly column on CBC Radio One's The Business Network.

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Most Recent Articles by Jim Bray, CFP Automotive Editor:

Mazda CX-5 ups its already great ante with new features April 30, 2022

Mazda's great CX-5 SUV/Crossover continues to get even better

Newly redesigned Lexus NX 350 a larger and nicer luxury SUV April 26, 2022

Second generation NX to be right up your alley

Toyota Sienna minivan continues to impress April 25, 2022

It's a great minivan, but it's more than that: it's also a great vehicle

Subaru Forester Premier a very nice vehicle – but it isn’t without its annoyances March 28, 2022

Warner Brothers digs up a new Matrix in a spectacular 4K disc package March 14, 2022

Filmmakers have given audiences a fun ride with excellent production values. The fact that it's also a terrific 4K experience only enhances that, and the extras are worth your time as well.

New Panorama 3 promises an immersive sound bar experience March 14, 2022

Bowers & Wilkins isn't just blowing smoke here

Toyota ups the ante for its ancient 4Runner March 14, 2022

If you're looking for a rock-solid off-road performer that won't annoy you too much while on the pavement, the 4Runner – as ancient as it seems – could still be a good choice

Escape from L.A. Snakes its way onto 4K disc February 22, 2022

However you slice it, though, Escape from L.A. is one of his weaker offerings

New Corolla-compatible adds another small SUV to Toyota’s stable February 22, 2022

Honda Civic Hatchback Sport Touring – nice ‘stick-toitiveness’ January 28, 2022

You just might find yourself falling for the new Civic the way I fell for its predecessor nearly half a century ago

Dune 4K disc is half way to being a true Sci-Fi epic January 28, 2022

I'd have liked to have seen more "Dune nerd" stuff for folks like me who've been Duneaholics for a long time

Brand new Volkswagen Taos is a mostly great little SUV December 23, 2021

If you're shopping in this niche, the VW Taos deserves a spot on your short list

Time at home – enforced or not – gives an opportunity to really listen to your music library December 12, 2021

Of course, then you might find yourself on that merry-go-round of having to replace your library again!

Warner Brothers cries Macho and lets slip the Cock of War December 12, 2021

Linearflux HyperCharger

Lincoln Navigator a comfortable people hauler – and Explorer hybrid gets the job done November 28, 2021

2021 Lincoln Navigator, 2021 Ford Explorer Hybrid

Limited Edition Subaru Outback lives for off-road action November 11, 2021

Subaru Outback Wilderness model is a nice vehicle and I can see outdoorsy fans of the brand flocking to it

Roku upgrades its 4K Streaming Stick as well as its programming content November 11, 2021

4K streaming stick, Roku Express, the Roku Express 4K, Roku Streambar

The Suicide Squad – now on 4K disc – is a dark anti-super hero adventure November 4, 2021

The Suicide Squad is kind of an "anti-Guardians" thing – more like Guardians meets The Dirty Dozen

Latest generation of Honda Civic builds on an already-firm foundation October 27, 2021

A lovely, and quite a large, step in the right direction for this honoured marque and model

Mock Mustang is a darn nice electric SUV as long as you aren’t going anywhere October 13, 2021

Overall, caveats considered, I really liked the Mustang Mach E. It's a very nice vehicle, it's pretty great to drive and the instant, massive torque is enough to make one drool. Heavily. I think it's my new favourite Ford product