The Car Guide – Everything automotive, 56 years running

October is typically a good time to perform fall maintenance and prepare your vehicle for the cold season, including scheduling an appointment to have your winter tires installed. Car owners in need of a new set of tires shouldn’t waste any time, especially this year. As previously reported, the tire …

The onslaught of electric vehicles is only beginning, so don’t be surprised to see new car companies arrive and try to show struggling legacy automakers how it’s done. Sweden’s Polestar was the big name last year. Now, it might be Imperium Motor Company’s turn. Starting in December 2021, the California-based …

While plug-in hybrid SUVs are starting to grow in number, selection is more limited when it comes to cars. In the compact luxury sedan segment, the BMW 3 Series and Volvo S60 are the only ones to offer this technology right now (Mercedes-Benz has opted not to bring its plug-in …

There is something for all tastes and all (sizeable) budgets in the 911 range. While prices currently range between $115,000 and $180,000, options can easily push a mid-range model well over $ 200,000. But one fact remains, no matter which variant you choose, the 911 rarely disappoints. The big guns …

We tend to forget that pickups are primarily designed for work. There was a time when refinement, driving dynamics and luxurious content were not really a concern for manufacturers. They simply wanted to build tough, capable vehicles that could withstand a lot of abuse. Now, things have changed. Many people …

Until today, the Toyota Tundra has essentially been the truck of your father-in-law who shuns American brands. It is the quiet member of the full-size pickup class and is, statistically, less often seen on consumer shopping lists. Hence, spotting one on a construction site or towing a camper is a …

Just a few days after our test drive of the 2021 Porsche Macan GTS , the company announced a mid-cycle update for the 2022 model year. No major changes are in store. However, one of the most fun to drive SUVs on the market is about to become even more …

BMW Classic is the branch of the BMW Group responsible for all activities concerning the history of the company, including the restoration of classic cars from the BMW collection and others owned by wealthy individuals. Covering a total area of 13,000 square metres, the site is located around the corner …

Muscle car and pony car enthusiasts were sad to see Ford axe their beloved Shelby GT350 not long after the fabulous, 760-horsepower Shelby GT500 became the new alpha stallion in the Mustang lineup. They can find solace in the return of the illustrious Mach 1 , however. This new model …

At a time when many dealer lots are eerily empty due to the chip shortage and other production delays, you could have a hard time wrapping your head around the fact that more than 3,000 new BMW and MINI cars have been left abandoned in a Vancouver lot… for nearly …

Ram today unveiled three special editions of the popular Ram 1500 (as if there weren’t enough already) at the annual State Fair of Texas. Two of them will go on sale in Canada including one that is the most expensive and exclusive pickup ever offered by the brand. We’re talking …

We learned back in June that Porsche was planning a smaller, cheaper electric car that would slot below the Taycan and directly rival the Tesla Model 3 , Polestar 2 and more. This time Car and Driver is saying it has received confirmation that the next generation of the 718 …

Hyundai Canada has just announced a recall on 34,607 vehicles across the country. Affected models include the 2017 Sonata Hybrid sedan and 2017 Tucson SUV, all equipped with the 2.0-litre engine. In some cases, the connecting rod bearings could wear prematurely. As a result, there could be an abnormal knocking …

Consumers looking for a luxurious electric SUV that’s not too expensive can now turn to the all-new 2022 Audi Q4 e-tron , which goes on sale in Canada this fall. A coupe-like Sportback variant will follow in the first quarter of next year. Smaller than the Audi e-tron that’s been …

Following the lead of the refreshed 2021 Ridgeline pickup, the 2022 Honda Passport midsize SUV is updated and boasts more rugged looks. It starts with a new squared-off nose and upright grille design unique to the Passport , a new hood with a pronounced power bulge, revised bumpers and new …

The Acura RDX is one of the most popular compact luxury SUVs on the market and it will be even more attractive with a number of changes and updates for the 2022 model year. The highlight, of course, is the new PMC Edition, which combines the sporty style of the …

It’s not a secret that Ford is working on a beefed-up, high-performance variant of the new Bronco , naturally to be called Bronco Raptor, but today the company made it official with a teaser announcing its debut sometime in 2022. Ford CEO Jim Farley had a warning for fans on …

Sick of the Takata saga yet? Every time you think it’s over a shocking new development surfaces. The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) confirmed on Tuesday that it has opened an investigation into 30 million additional vehicles that could be driving with defective airbag inflators made by the …

The current Ford Expedition is about to enter its fifth year on the market and deserves a mid-cycle update. Say hello to the refreshed and improved 2022 model, which is making its official debut today at Motor Bella in Detroit. The biggest news is the addition of a more rugged …