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.

Jim can be reached at: bray@technofile.com Older articles by Jim Bray

Most Recent Articles by Jim Bray, CFP Automotive Editor:

VW Jetta Diesel – Cheap on Fuel, Big on Torque June 12, 2011
The Jetta TDI with the DSG starts at $24,095 U.S./$28,055 Canadian, and if you don't like the base trim, which is pretty good, you can option it up nicely from there.
Oppo’s Universal Blu-ray Player a Home Theater Powerhouse June 12, 2011
I don't really understand all the technology, but I do understand the sound quality. It's exquisite, the best I've heard from a Blu-ray player.
The Stanley Kubrick Collection on Blu-ray A Special Odyssey June 4, 2011
If you're a Kubrick fan who wants all his films in one place this might be your cup of tea.
Acura, Toyota Showcase the Evolution of Quality Auto Audio June 4, 2011
Bongiovi Acoustics
Classic Racing Dramas Come to Blu-ray May 21, 2011
Add to your collection if you have motor oil in your veins
Lexus CT 200h – the Greener Side of Sport? May 21, 2011
it's hard to hate the CT 200h if you aren't in a hurry to get anywhere.
Porsche 911 Turbo S – S-pectacular! May 15, 2011
Automotive heaven.
Axiom Audio Home Theater Speakers Offer Sound, Value May 15, 2011
Axiom's Epic Midi 175 system
After Market Companies Make a Case for iPads May 7, 2011
The $99 ($49 without the keyboard) ZAGGmate is an excellent product.
VW Touareg Diesel Rocks (and we take a second look at the new Ford Explorer) May 7, 2011
The VW Touareg TDI starts at $47,950 U.S./$53,190 Canadian, and you can option it up from there.
Kia Sorento and Jeep Compass – Crossovers from Companies Heading in Different Directions April 23, 2011
The Compass starts at a reasonable $19,295 U.S./$16,495 Canadian for the basic front wheel drive model. The 4x4 models start at just shy of 21 grand U.S. and 19 grand in Canada.
Crucial Offers Tips for Keeping Computers Clean April 23, 2011
Fortunately, other than it being a bit tedious, cleaning your computer's a comparatively easy task.
The Ten Commandments on Blu-ray disc April 16, 2011
A true epic in the grand Hollywood tradition
Two, Four Door Sixes Are All Porsche April 16, 2011
The Panamera 4 starts at $78,900 U.S./$91,800 Canadian. The Cayenne V6 starts at $47,700 U.S./$55,300 Canadian. You can option them up from there.
New Engines Power Ford’s Line of F-150 Trucks April 2, 2011
Ford obviously hopes a lot of people will find it "just right" for their pickup truck needs.
Wireless Media Stick and “Couch Mouse” – Convenience Incarnate? April 2, 2011
A better mouse, er, trap? Probably not, but a nice solution for "couch" potatoes.
Warner Brothers Returns to the Blu-ray Well with SteelBooks March 26, 2011
Looks like it's going to be a "Warnerful" year for Blu-rays.
Mazda6 V6 Ups the “Zoom-Zoom” Ante March 26, 2011
An excellent sedan, offering a nice balance between four door efficiency and driving fun.
Mitsubishi RVR, Nissan Juke - A Tale of Two CVT Crossovers March 19, 2011
Choosing between these vehicles shouldn't be hard, depending upon what you're looking for.
NaturallySpeaking 11 Promises More Natural Speaking March 19, 2011
An excellent tool for taking your spoken words and turning them into printed words or actual deeds
Utility Meets Political Correctness March 12, 2011
Mercedes GLK 350 4Matic and Toyota Prius
Warner, Fox Movies Come to Smart Phones March 12, 2011
"Groundbreaking App Editions"
Blu-rays offer Something Old, Something New, Something Furry, Someone Blue March 11, 2011
Disney's Bambi and Dreamworks' Megamind
New Explorer Covers New Territory for Ford March 10, 2011
All-new 2011 Ford Explorer
Lexus IS and GS 350 AWD – a Fine Pair Gets All Wheel Drive February 19, 2011
The Lexus IS 350 AWD starts at $41,530 U.S./$44,950 Canadian. The GS 350 AWD starts at $48,050 U.S./$54,650 Canadian.
Samsung Galaxy S Captivates Android Market February 19, 2011
Depending on the carrier and the contract, you should be able to get into it for a pretty reasonable price
ToddyGear Wipes Away Screen Woes February 12, 2011
Wondercloth "Designed with a durable, plush microfiber cloth on one side and a distinctively patterned silk microfiber on the other"
Another Unintended Acceleration Bugaboo Bites the Dust February 12, 2011
Toyota's supposed unintentional acceleration incidents
Honda Civic Still Offers Good Transportation; Si-Tech Wipers Make a Clean Sweep February 5, 2011
The Honda Civic Sedan starts at $15,805 U.S./$14,990 Canadian
Abundant Apps Accelerate Android’s Assault on Apple February 5, 2011
More choices than you can shake a memory stick at