The Car Guide – Everything automotive, 57 years running

Faced with the growing popularity of small SUVs, Ford joined the party in 2018 with the EcoSport , which was already available in other parts of the world. Was it a good strategy? That’s up for debate. If there’s one vehicle that doesn’t deserve the “Sport” title, it’s the Ford …

Initially set for an early summer launch, the all-new 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV will land in Canada in November. Yes, another delay, but this one isn’t as long as the first generation, which made its debut in 2013 and only touched our shores four years later. It went on to …

The democratisation of safety systems in the automotive industry is one of the best things that have happened to motorists, because everyone should feel safe and well protected on the road. The new modern driving aids are drawing our attention, and the carmakers put a lot of emphasis on them, …

Nineteen. That’s how many Porsche Cayenne models you’ll find in the Canadian lineup with the addition of the new Turbo GT, which is exclusively available in Coupe configuration. Of course, we’re used to such generous selection, with the 911 and Panamera offering a whopping 23 and 24 models, respectively. Now, …

There was a time when mid-size sedans were very popular. Lexus even thought it would be good to offer two models: the ES and the GS . With the decline of this car segment, the company decided to ditch the GS at the end of model year 2020 to focus …

Whether it’s a 3-door , a 5-door , or even a convertible , the current-generation MINI Cooper (2014-present) is undoubtedly one of the most exciting vehicles you can drive, at least if you know what you’re getting into! With its small proportions, its limited cargo space, its peculiar ergonomics and …

Built in Alliston, Ontario alongside the Civic , the CR-V is now the Japanese automaker’s most popular vehicle. Last year alone, Honda Canada sold 50,935 units of its compact SUV—about 7,000 more than the Civic, but 11,000 fewer than the Toyota RAV4 , which is also manufactured locally. Despite supply …

Effective since September 1st 2022, the new federal tax on luxury vehicles valued at $100,000 and more is worrying a lot of buyers and dealers. Fortunately, this measure only applies to brand-new models that have never been registered. This is another good reason to consider a pre-owned luxury vehicle! There’s …

When an accident happens and body repairs are needed, many car owners don’t know where to turn. Certified Collision Care is the Canadian branch of Assured Performance, which is the largest network of certified body shops in the world, with over 550 locations across the country implementing repair programs for …

Fall is the season when you’re most likely to see wild animals on the side of the road. Unfortunately, this has grim consequences sometimes. According to the Ministère des Transports du Québec, over 7,500 accidents involving large animals (deer, moose, caribou, black bears, etc.) happen each year in our province.

A major chapter in the history of Lamborghini came to an end this week when the very last, pure, naturally aspirated V12 Lamborghini rolled off the assembly line. The milestone model was an Aventador LP 780-4 Ultimae Roadster in a special light blue Ad Personam colour destined for the Swiss …

It’s official: the all-new Polestar 3 will make its global debut on October 12 in Copenhagen, Denmark. The fully electric vehicle will be the young Swedish brand’s first SUV and inevitably become its best-selling product, too. An early teaser back in June showed a side view and now we have …

Fans of BMW M cars probably won’t like it, but the German automaker has unveiled an ultra-high-performance SUV that is exclusive to its 50-year-old M division. The all-new 2023 BMW XM will enter production later this fall at the same South Carolina plant that builds the X3 to X7 models.

It's workhorses on parade in the industry right now. Yesterday, Chevrolet unveiled a new Silverado HD with improved capabilities and revamped styling. A Sierra HD should inevitably follow suit with GMC in the coming weeks. Today, it's in the blue oval's camp that things are happening, with the new Ford …

The Toyota Venza was brought back from the dead two years ago in a completely new package and with a hybrid-only powertrain. There are some key updates for 2023 including a Nightshade Edition, version 2.5 of the Toyota Safety Sense suite of active safety features, and a sophisticated new multimedia …

Online sales are having a major impact across many industries, but it appears a large majority of people in the market for a new vehicle, including EVs, are not ready yet to make a purchase straight from the manufacturer. According to a new survey conducted by EVForward , a division …

Chevrolet today unveiled the revised and improved 2024 Silverado HD, which will enter production in Oshawa and go on sale sometime in the first half of 2023. Many of the changes that were made to the truck naturally come from the light-duty Silverado 1500 . The company’s goal, according to …

We’re slowly getting closer to the return of a midsize pickup at Ram . Or so it seems. Ram CEO Mike Koval said in an interview with Automotive News that a concept is in the works and could be shown to dealers sometime in early 2023. Since the elimination of …

The 2022 Nissan Sentra Cup celebrated a new champion, Valérie Limoges, who made history this past weekend by becoming the first female racer to clinch an all-category title in Canadian road racing. Simon Charbonneau claimed victory in both races held this weekend at Circuit Mont-Tremblant. "This is a big day …