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:

WinZip, AVG offer new versions for archiving, protection, maintenance February 15, 2013
New Lexus ES 350 the best version yet February 15, 2013
It isn't the most fun sedan to drive, it undoubtedly hits the market at which it's aimed right between the eyes.
MXL Mics offer “sound” choices for audio applications February 8, 2013
It's definitely time to put my old USB mic out to pasture
BMW 3 series – still the “Ultimate driving machine?” February 8, 2013
Will undoubtedly provide its owners with many years of smile-inducing driving
Toyota Highlander – pining for the Venza February 2, 2013
The Highlander starts at $31,680 for the base model, with the fully loaded V6 AWD going for $45,100
Panamera GTS – another entertaining iteration of Porsche’s GT car January 25, 2013
A really nice blend of luxury and performance, wonderful to drive, and with decent storage and carrying space as long as you don't go nuts.
Canon opens new fangled retail tool – without selling! January 25, 2013
Canon has obviously bitten off quite a bit with Image Square and could lose a pile of dough if it doesn't work out
Dredd on Blu-ray disc January 17, 2013
Dredd, a.k.a. Judge Dredd; This is not a fun time in the home theater!
Ninth generation Honda Accord Touring a nice step in both directions January 17, 2013
The 2013 Honda Accord Sedan starts at $23,990 Canadian. The four cylinder Touring model starts at $30,390 Canadian.
Norwegian 2L ups audio quality ante again January 4, 2013
If you want a fantastic audio experience worthy of your expensive electronics, you can't go too wrong here.
Mazda3 Sport SKYACTIV: great car, still with “Zoom” January 4, 2013
The 2013 Mazda3 Sport SKYACTIV starts at $20,69
TechnoFile’s most intriguing new cars of 2012 December 14, 2012
Cars continue to get better and more interesting and, judging from the 2013 models I've driven – some of which are included here – it should be quite the Happy New Year!
TechnoFile’s most interesting tech gadgets of 2012 December 14, 2012
None of these products are cures for cancer, of course, but depending on your wants and/or needs, they could be just what the tech doctor ordered
Nissan upgrades and updates the Altima December 7, 2012
The fifth generation of a car that started out as a roly-poly roller but which has evolved since then into a handsome and reasonably priced and high tech entry
Alien fighters, spooks come to Blu-ray December 7, 2012
Paranorman, Men in Black 3
Toyota Venza a secure ride, even skirting Sandy November 30, 2012
The 2013 Toyota Venza V6 AWD is big, comfortable, as powerful as it needs to be
Adobe Acrobat embraces the Cloud November 30, 2012
Terrific new Porsche Carrera gears up – and bulks down November 23, 2012
Unleashing the world's first seven speed stick.
Canadian Tire offers tips for safe winter driving November 23, 2012
They can be expensive, but they can also save your life
Toyota Corolla S: safe, secure, bulletproof, bland November 16, 2012
It's definitely time the Corolla got a major update, but if you need a dependable car right now, this one could still fit the bill easily.
Reference Recordings crafts classic, HDCD Christmas album November 16, 2012
"Horns for the Holidays,"
Bose TV “sound bar” likes to be loud November 9, 2012
The black beauty is designed to sit under your TV (or, more accurately, your TV sits on top of it), and Bose says it will dramatically improve dialogue, music, action and sound effects from everyday programming
Infiniti JX 35 throws down a gauntlet, while Honda’s Ridgeline soldiers on November 9, 2012
This was a vehicle that, despite my affinity for things Infiniti, left me more or less cool to its charms.
FitDesk and Slimcoach October update October 19, 2012
The incredible shrinking writer continues to shrink
Acura ILX – a TSX in cheaper clothing October 19, 2012
Excellent value considering what you get
Toyota Camry hybrid: cheap to drive, but not the best driving experience October 12, 2012
The Camry hybrid is loose and sloppy, its front end bobbing over road irregularities like a floating buoy
High def TV looks to get higher October 12, 2012
4K "ultra high definition" is great news for a tech fan and writer, but it's also another leap onto the merry-go-round for consumers
On the road with Volkswagen’s new Passat diesel October 5, 2012
Volkswagen Passat TDI
TuneLink device streams audio to your home stereo wirelessly October 5, 2012
It's a great system, 500 watts per channel of Rotel Class D power driving Definitive Technology speakers
Lexus GS adds some sport to its luxury quotient September 29, 2012
I think this new GS succeeds in making an already good car even more compelling