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Mazda is joining a long list of automakers that have revised their electrification plans. The small Japanese manufacturer today announced at a Multi-Solution Briefing Session held in Tokyo that it will reduce the expected 2 trillion yen investment in batteries and other areas to around 1.5 trillion yen ($19.2 billion …
NewsThe Best Compact SUVs in 2025
Looking at all the compact SUVs and crossovers available on the market, the team at The Car Guide has identified the three models that represent the best buys for 2025 . These are by far some of the most popular vehicles in Canada thanks to their combination of size, practicality, …
News2025 World Car Awards: Top Three Finalists Announced
The top three finalists in six categories for the 2025 World Car Awards were announced today following another round of voting. As always, the votes from a jury of 96 automotive journalists representing 30 countries around the globe—including yours truly, plus The Globe and Mail ’s Mark Richardson and Autonerve …
NewsAudi Plans to Cut 7,500 Jobs in Germany by 2029
Premium carmaker Audi said Monday it will cut 7,500 jobs by 2029 in Germany, citing "immense challenges" as the country's auto industry battles slowing electric vehicle demand and rising Chinese competition. The cuts—amounting to about 8 percent of Audi's global workforce—were aimed at boosting "productivity, speed and flexibility" at its …
NewsFord to Expand Off-Road Lineup With Explorer Tremor
When we listed 10 vehicles that need an off-road model last fall, one of them happened to be the Ford Explorer . Obviously, the company doesn’t lack options when it comes to tackling dirt, but the three-row midsize SUV sadly lost its Timberline model as part of a mid-cycle update …
ElectricBYD’s Latest Charging Breakthrough Promises 400 km in 5 Minutes
Chinese automaker BYD , which last year showed interest in selling its EVs in Canada but had to back away due to the new 100-percent tariffs on electric and hybrid vehicles coming from China, is surfing on a new wave of success globally. Its latest technological breakthrough might very well …
ElectricSaskatchewan to Double Annual Tax on Electric Vehicles
As part of its 2025-2026 Budget, Saskatchewan announced on Friday that it will double the annual Road Use Charge for electric vehicles registered in the province. Starting June 1, 2025, the charge will increase from $150 to $300. This EV tax initially came into effect on October 1, 2021 and …

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First Drives2025 Ram Heavy Duty: Muscle for the Job, Grit for the Trails
Laughlin, NV— The heavy-duty truck market comes down to just three players: Ford , General Motors and Ram . For a very long time, these three American manufacturers have been engaged in a merciless battle to attract or retain customers who need to haul and tow heavy loads and carry …
Test DrivesCall Us Aliens: We Drove Hyundai’s Spaceship-Looking Staria Minivan
Seoul, South Korea— The Hyundai Staria is unlike any other minivan sold in Canada. Over here, typical family haulers are relatively generic-looking and more about substance than style. The only exception to this rule is arguably the new, all-electric Volkswagen ID. Buzz , which is a colourful modern-day interpretation of …
First Drives2025 Audi Q5 and SQ5: Sportier But Pricier
Malága, Spain— The third generation of the popular Audi Q5 is making its debut for 2025, based on the same Premium Platform Combustion (PPC) architecture as the new A5 lineup. The Car Guide recently got an exclusive opportunity to put the Q5 and the sportier SQ5 to the test in …
Test Drives2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9: The Potential is There
Seoul, South Korea— A contraction of the words “ion” and “unique,” the IONIQ name was first used on an electrified compact car back in 2017 and popularized by the IONIQ 5 crossover and IONIQ 6 sedan in recent years. For 2026, Hyundai continues its EV offensive with a new three-row …
Special Events2025 Polestar 2, 3 and 4 Arctic Drive : First Line on the Ice
Bold electrification targets, a worldwide pandemic, a political climate that slapshots tariffs like it's the playoffs... the Polestar brand has landed on the automotive landscape at a very particular time, to say the least. Born under the lucky star of Volvo (and especially that of Chinese giant Geely...), it has …
Top 10Top 10 Most Affordable Electric Vehicles in 2025
Electric vehicle shoppers in Canada are currently out of luck. Earlier this year, the federal government’s Incentives for Zero-Emission Vehicles (iZEV) program came to an abrupt end due to a lack of funds, eliminating rebates of up to $5,000. And don’t forget Quebec, which also suspended its own incentives of …
NewsThe 10 Best Vehicles of 2025 According to Consumer Reports
U.S. magazine Consumer Reports has just released its list of the 10 best new vehicles on the market in 2025 following an evaluation of more than 260 models. Once again, the team made its selection based on road-test performance, predicted reliability, owner satisfaction and safety. Incidentally, all of their picks …
PreviewsThis is How the New 2026 Ram 1500 Ramcharger Works
As we wrote back in December, Ram’s first electric pickup on the market won’t be the Ram 1500 REV but rather the Ram 1500 Ramcharger , which features a smaller battery pack and a gasoline engine as a range extender. A “beast” and the “ultimate, no-compromise EV truck” is what …

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Test Drives2025 Buick Encore GX: Affordable Elegance
Buick has two small crossovers in its lineup, namely the Encore GX and Envista , but each one caters to a different crowd. While similar in size, the former is a bit taller but has a shorter wheelbase and overall length. Unlike the latter, it offers an AWD option. Pricing …
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Ferrari doesn’t want to call the new Purosangue (thoroughbred) an SUV. Of course, the vehicle doesn’t look anything like a Range Rover , but it does offer increased ground clearance, four-wheel drive and a rear hatch. Comparisons can be made with the Porsche Macan , although the longer nose gives …
Test Drives2024 Ford Bronco: Pushing Limits at Bronco Off-Roadeo
Vehicles with adventurous looks and superior off-road capabilities attract a growing number of customers, and manufacturers are all too happy to introduce more and more models. Sadly, few owners will actually put their vehicles to the test like they’re meant to be. At Ford, those purchasing a Bronco , Bronco …
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Dodge last year said goodbye to the iconic Challenger and Charger , creating a Hellcat-sized void in its lineup. All that’s left now is the Durango midsize SUV and its numerous limited editions, as well as the all-new Hornet small crossover that is now enjoying its sophomore year. Production of …
Test Drives2025 Ram 1500 RHO: Less Power, Better Agility
Over at Stellantis, and Ram in particular, the future now lies with the Hurricane engine. This turbocharged inline six-cylinder will be available in many different applications, two of which can be found in the refreshed and updated 2025 Ram 1500 lineup. The all-new RHO model is the more powerful one.
Test Drives2025 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross: Quite Simply Shunned
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Top 10Top 10 Most Affordable Electric Vehicles in 2025
Electric vehicle shoppers in Canada are currently out of luck. Earlier this year, the federal government’s Incentives for Zero-Emission Vehicles (iZEV) program came to an abrupt end due to a lack of funds, eliminating rebates of up to $5,000. And don’t forget Quebec, which also suspended its own incentives of …
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U.S. magazine Consumer Reports has just released its list of the 10 best new vehicles on the market in 2025 following an evaluation of more than 260 models. Once again, the team made its selection based on road-test performance, predicted reliability, owner satisfaction and safety. Incidentally, all of their picks …
Top 1010 New Vehicles With a Long List of Recalls
Buying a brand-new vehicle or a completely redesigned model in the first year of a new generation is always risky as quality problems are more likely to occur. Oh sure, the manufacturer's warranty is there to protect you, but the experience can still be frustrating. It's best to wait a …
Top 10Top 10 Most Affordable SUVs and Crossovers in 2025
Cars big and small now account for less than 15 percent of all new light-duty vehicle sales in Canada as consumers continue to migrate toward SUVs and crossovers. Automakers sure aren’t complaining. After all, these are more expensive and therefore more profitable vehicles. But what if you’re on a budget?
Top 10Top 10 Worst-Selling Vehicles in Canada in 2024
As we reported in January, new light-duty vehicle sales in Canada increased more than 8 percent in 2024. General Motors was the industry market share leader for the second year in a row, followed by Ford , which happens to be best-selling automotive brand in Canada for 16 years running.