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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Vapourizers can offer a clean and unobtrusive way to ingest your special herbs November 11, 2016
They also figure that once the government has its fingers on the switch, controlling marijuana, it'll get screwed up royally
Acer’s Switch Alpha 12 surfaces as an excellent laptop/tablet October 20, 2016
The Acer Switch Alpha 12 isn't meant to be a powerhouse for power users, but it's a very nice tablet/PC combo that works well and offers most of the features people want.
Dodge Challenges for muscle car supremacy October 20, 2016
It's a big car that feels big, but other than working within the laws of physics the folks at Dodge have pretty well taken care of the bigness when it comes to driving the Challenger
New Mercedes-Benz E-Class is a mostly excellent and state-of-the-art drive October 13, 2016
Mercedes-Benz Driving Academy
Final Fantasy XV show the way ahead for animated actors October 13, 2016
No Demonizing of Angels
Ford Fusion hybrid adds mileage but - like most hybrids -  subtracts driving joy October 7, 2016
Fusions compete with the likes Toyota Camry, Honda Accord, Mazda6, VW Passat, Kia Optima, Hyundai Sonata, Nissan Maximaetc
Classical music comes to smart TV’s - at a price October 7, 2016
Berliner Philharmonker's Digital Concert Hall isn't just a great place to find classical music concerts; it also points the way to the future of television broadcasting
LG creates a TV that doesn’t take sides - and Shomi drops the curtain October 1, 2016
Shomi soon to be a no-show
Ford F-150 Limited a big but luxurious worker October 1, 2016
The Limited is more of a gigantic luxury car than a truck inside
Jaguar brings a different kind of Pride parade to its vehicular road show September 22, 2016
Jaguar is back with a vengeance
Lamp Champ powers your stuff while Budweiser lights up your hockey games September 22, 2016
Kia Sportage a compelling small crossover September 15, 2016
Sportage's big and beautiful panoramic sunroof, which slides open enough that I'd warrant one could skydive into the front seat
Audio-Technica makes turntables wireless while Ford ups its audio ante with a Bang September 15, 2016
A Ford-able high end audio?
Mazda’s new CX-9 downsizes the engine but keeps the ‘Zoom-Zoom’ intact September 8, 2016
Sorento or Mazda? Tough decision
LG Super UHD smart TV sports pretty pictures and good sound September 8, 2016
LG's newest line of 4K TV
OPPO Digital creates a flexible Wi-Fi - and more - speaker August 27, 2016
OPPO has once again come up with an excellent product that works and sounds very well
Ford’s Flex is a capable true crossover August 27, 2016
I love how the Flex straddles classifications
Nissan adds a famed diesel name to its Titan line August 20, 2016
Nissan and Toyota have been trying to be accepted as full sized pickup truck manufacturers for quite a few years now, and the Titan and Toyota's Tundra (nee T100) have come a long way.
Panasonic 4K panel offers spectacular picture August 20, 2016
Looking for a flexible TV that'll play pretty well anything mainstream you can throw at it and do it with a fantastic picture quality - and you don't care about rattling the room with the sound - this Panasonic could be an excellent choice
Ford ups the content ante on 2016 Mustang August 11, 2016
It's the best-looking Mustang ever
Shomi streaming tries to cut into Netflix’ business August 11, 2016
If you're looking for a single streaming service that'll give you the most bang for your minimal bucks, I'd have to say that Netflix is still the winner and online champion.
Mercedes-Benz C Class coupe a real coup August 5, 2016
I can't wait to try the sedan, especially the mighty AMG version!
LG G PAD III a nice and handy little tablet August 5, 2016
Despite my preference for a larger tablet, I really like the LG G Pad III on its other merits. It offers good performance, plenty of features and capabilities, and is easy to use and to live with. It's also priced well
Ford’s 2017 Fusion offers something for nearly everyone July 28, 2016
Ford's top selling Fusion has a new look and new capabilities for 2017
Panasonic projector gives truly big screen home theatre action July 28, 2016
I look forward to seeing what the higher resolution of 4K will look like on my 106 inch screen
Mercedes Benz Driving Academy helps you learn the physics of driving July 14, 2016
The Driving Academy's "Mastering Performance" course
CHANGEdesk helps your computer monitor rise to the occasion July 14, 2016

Uncaged Ergonomics also offers a line of ergonomic keyboard trays, the Wobble Stool, the LIFT adjustable height monitor stands, Rise Up Standing Desks
Range Rover a classy suit of diesel-powered clothes June 30, 2016
A legendary ride and worthy of respect and lust
13 Hours and Anomalisa - two very different tales of humanity June 30, 2016
No spontaneous eruption of Muslim mania but a planned assault
Toyota Sienna a very nice family hauler June 23, 2016
Sienna comes standard with eight airbags and child protector door locks as well as the above-mentioned Star Safety System that's on all Toyotas