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 Touareg Ups Its Own Ante for ‘11 January 29, 2011
The Volkswagen Touareg starts at $44,450 U.S./$48,440 Canadian.
Soap Dispenser Brings High Tech Cleanliness to the Loo January 29, 2011
It's pretty cool nonetheless and works as advertised.
Next Gen Minivan a Honda You Odyssey January 22, 2011
The Honda Odyssey starts at $27,800 U.S./$29,990 Canadian. The Touring model starts at $40,755 U.S./$46,990 Cdn.
Gran Turismo 5 – More Than Just a Game January 22, 2011
The Full Version
Scion xB, tC – One Box, One Sport January 15, 2011
Think outside the box.
Samsung Showcases Flexible Screen Solutions at CES 2011 January 15, 2011
Home theater potential that really made me sit up and notice.
The 2010 TechnoFile Awards for Interesting Automotive Achievement December 19, 2010
The most interesting vehicles of the year.
TechnoFile’s 2010 Awards for Interesting Technological Achievement December 19, 2010
Some of the most intriguing technological toys that crossed our virtual threshold in 2010.
Jeep’s Grand New Cherokee December 11, 2010
The Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 4x4 starts at $39,215 U.S./$46,995 Canadian.
Looking for Avatar in 3D? Look to Panasonic December 11, 2010
If you haven't experienced 3D yet, and care about it, I recommend sallying forth to your local electronics outlet for a demo.
What’s New: Toyota Camry LE and Honda CR-Z December 4, 2010
The 2011 Toyota Camry LE starts at $21,175 U.S./$25,310 Canadian
Disney Docs Look Inside The Magic Kingdom December 4, 2010
All three documentaries are produced in widescreen, with "full frame" sections from the days before widescreen movies and TV came along, and the picture and sound quality are pretty good overall
Ford Mustang V6 Convertible – Ponying Up Topless Fun November 28, 2010
The 2011 Ford Mustang V6 starts at about $23,000 U.S. and Canadian. The V6 Convertible starts at $27,995 U.S./$31,400 Canadian
Bose Lifestyle System – Great Sound, Easy to Use November 28, 2010
At a suggested retail price of about $3,000 U.S., the Lifestyle V35 isn't cheap, but its small size, classy appearance, sophistication, ease of use, and very good sound quality could make it a compelling choice
Fall Festival of Blu-rays Floods Stores for Christmas November 22, 2010
And these titles merely scratch the surface of the holiday fare, so if they aren't your cup of tea there'll still be plenty of great new stuff available to enjoy during the winter months
Ford Fiesta Meets Scion xD November 22, 2010
Deciding between these vehicles should be easy; for me, it's a no brainer.
Bowers and Wilkins Computer Speakers Rock October 25, 2010
The MM-1's are quite simply the best I've heard to date.
Porsche’s Iconic Sports Car a Wolf in Any Clothing October 25, 2010
The Porsche 911, in any version, just gets better with age – like a fine Scotch – and is about as much fun as could want.
2011 Mercedes Put Author At “E’s” October 16, 2010
The E 350 4Matic sedan starts at about $52,000 U.S. /$63,000 Canadian. The E 550 Cabriolet starts at about $56,000 U.S./$77,500 Canadian.
Axiom’s Home Theater Axioms Help Boost Enjoyment October 16, 2010
A home theater should be fun, and it should serve you to the best of its ability
Acura RL Offers Comfort, Technology September 27, 2010
The Acura RL starts at $46,830 U.S./$63,900 Canadian and you can add option packages from there.
Panasonic Betting Big Time on 3D TV September 27, 2010
Upgrading to a 3D TV or other device may not be a big deal in the long run.
Blizzard Crafts a Gaming Star with StarCraft Sequel September 20, 2010
StarCraft 2: Wings of Liberty
Ford Transit Connect Delivers September 20, 2010
The Transit Connect starts at $21,185 U.S./$24,989 Canadian.
Nissan Z Roadster an Open-top Blast September 13, 2010
Nissan's 370Z can be like revisiting your youth. Kind of.
“Ears” to Good Personal Sound! – A Tale of Three Headphones September 13, 2010
What type of headphones are the best? Well, naturally, it depends on what you want and how much you want to spend.
Networked Devices Spread Your Photos, Music Around September 4, 2010
Sonos' ZonePlayer S5, a little box that looks like an iPod dock, but without the iPod dock
Going RV: How I Spent my Summer Vacation September 4, 2010
I got to experience the phenomenon on a trip to a family reunion in southern Ontario recently.
Toyota Avalon A Comforting Cruiser August 30, 2010
The 2011 Toyota Avalon starts at $32,245 U.S./ $41,100 Canadian
Olympus Camera Takes Sweet Shots August 30, 2010
The Olympus Sp-800UZ retails for about $350