Everything automotive, 59 years running

The Honda Civic is on the verge of reclaiming its spot as the best-selling car in Canada, which it lost to the Toyota Corolla two years ago. After nine months in 2024, the former has sold 22,373 units while the latter has barely topped 20,000 units. The Civic, as you …

Hot on the heels of the first-ever, battery-powered MINI John Cooper Works models, here come the new gas-burning variants including the MINI 3 Door JCW and MINI Convertible JCW. The two will enter production in November and are scheduled to arrive in dealerships early in 2025. Performance enthusiasts will likely …

One of the largest automakers in the world is going through rough times. Falling profits, production and job cuts, angry dealers and employees (the latter threatening to go on strike again), and an embattled CEO who plans to leave in 2026 are really putting Stellantis in a bad situation. Where …

It wasn’t long ago that Honda announced a major recall to fix a potentially faulty steering system on some of its most popular vehicles. Are you ready for an encore? This time, Honda says it will voluntarily recall approximately 720,000 vehicles in the U.S. and another 61,000 in Canada for …

The Chevrolet Blazer EV is getting a few updates for the 2025 model year, beginning with a lower base price. The electric SUV will now start at $54,499 (MSRP) before the various fees, tax and incentives are factored into the equation. That’s for the new LT FWD model, which is …

A new plug-in hybrid SUV offering unbeatable zero-emission range is about to launch in Canada. We’re talking about the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e 4MATIC, which is due to arrive at dealerships later this fall. Combining a turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine with an electric motor and 24.8kWh high-voltage battery, the latest …

We now know a little more about Subaru ’s next-generation hybrid system, which will debut in the upcoming Crosstrek Hybrid that’s set to launch in Japan this December. Dubbed “Strong Hybrid,” the highly efficient powertrain is built around a newly developed 2.5-litre flat-four engine that produces 158 hp and 154 …

It’s definitely not every day that a Formula One car pops up at an auction. On November 14, RM Sotheby’s will open bidding on a Ferrari that could sell for a real fortune. We’re talking about the Ferrari 248 that helped the legendary Michael Schumacher win the San Marino, European, …

The Ford Mustang Mach-E has received regular updates since launching four years ago, and the upcoming 2025 model won’t be any different. By popular demand, the automaker is finally adding a heat pump to the Mustang Mach-E as standard equipment. This will result in more efficient heating and improved range …

The Toyota Tundra gets a few changes for the 2025 model year. We’re not talking about a mid-cycle refresh yet—remember, the previous generation lasted for a decade and a half—but more like a mild update. First of all, there’s a new TRD Rally Package to choose from. This limited-production model …

Nice, France— After somewhat taking a break last year, Audi is now busy revamping its model lineup for 2025. Headliners include electric vehicles like the all-new Q6 e-tron midsize crossover, the substantially refreshed e-tron GT sports sedan and the upcoming new A6 e-tron midsize sedan. What about conventionally powered vehicles?

With coupes, convertibles, wagons and sedans dropping like flies, today’s automotive landscape is a boring sea of trucks and SUVs. Making matters worse is the fact that about 80 percent of them are finished in white, grey or black. Where’s the fun in that? Volkswagen deserves part of the blame, …

Bromont, Quebec— Now in its sixth generation, the Ford Explorer is far removed from the truck-based original that launched in the early 1990s. While catering to North American families is still a top priority of this three-row midsize SUV, it has morphed into a much more sophisticated and sportier vehicle.

Buick has refreshed its entire portfolio over the past 18 months. In addition to the all-new Envista , updated Encore GX and third-generation Enclave (which we tested and reviewed a short while ago), there’s a redesigned Envision you need to know about. The Car Guide was invited by Buick to …

Whether or not you're a fan of Tesla products and its controversial head honcho Elon Musk, the automaker's technological contribution to the automotive industry is undeniable. The brand is constantly innovating, and innovation sometimes means... being weird! That's where the Cybertruck comes in, with its near-right angles and stainless-steel exterior.

The 60-year-strong Mustang is the last car remaining in the Ford portfolio in Canada. It can be ordered as a fastback or convertible, with a straight-four or V8 engine under the hood, plus the choice of a manual or automatic transmission. Purists will tell you over and over that the …

Victoria, British Columbia— Along with the nearly identical Toyota bZ4X , the Subaru Solterra is one of the least impressive electric SUVs on the market from a technology standpoint. And don’t get us started on the design. Following a rough start in terms of sales, things could only get better …

No, what you’re looking at is not an upcoming Honda Accord Type R. The car does have an Accord body (although one with flared fenders), darker headlights and taillights along with 20-inch wheels, but it’s actually a prototype of the Japanese automaker’s next-generation electric vehicle, one that was given a …

We recently caught up with Eric Marshall, Director of Genesis Motors Canada, at the PGA’s Presidents Cup held at the Royal Montreal Golf Club in Île Bizard, Montreal. Obviously, we discussed many topics, such as the company’s involvement with golf, but also how the young luxury brand is doing after …

Following our top winter tire picks for cars and SUVs , The Car Guide is back with a selection of some of the best winter tires for trucks for 2024-2025. Depending on where you live in Canada, winter tires—identified with the three-peak mountain snowflake (3PMS) logo—may or may not be …