The Aveo, the smallest Chevrolet, is part of the current trend of sub-compact cars. Its 106 horsepower 1.6-litre Ecotec engine is more economical than high-performance, but it is reliable. To relay this ?power? to the front wheels, two transmissions are available, four-speed automatic, or five-speed automatic. Competing against the Pontiac G3 Wave and Suzuki Swift+, it comes in a hatchback (Aveo5) and sedan versions, the sedan going through aesthetic modifications this year.
Have you seen the latest rankings of the best auto brands and models for predicted reliability according to U.S. magazine Consumer Reports ? Toyota , Subaru and Lexus make up the top 3. In fact, seven of the 10 most reliable brands are either Japanese or Korean. But what about …
The Toyota RAV4 has replaced its larger sibling, the Highlander , as the most stolen vehicle in Canada according to the latest annual compilation released by Équité Association, which is based on the number of thefts reported in 2024. Despite an overall 19% decrease in vehicle thefts nationwide—a result of …
General Motors has admitted its mistake and is bringing back the Chevrolet Bolt with a new generation—albeit in a very familiar form—for the 2027 model year. The Car Guide was even given an exclusive opportunity to test drive the car at a special event in Los Angeles on October 8.
The Chevrolet Bolt EV enjoyed a nice run from 2017-2023, winning over many drivers thanks to its practicality, range and low price. Unfortunately, battery problems and a massive recall tarnished its reputation and otherwise commendable track record for reliability. That’s all in the past now. After a few years of …
The full-size electric pickup truck segment is at a crossroads. The F-150 Lightning enjoyed initial success, but sales have slowed significantly. At Tesla, those who wanted to get their hands on a Cybertruck have already done so, and the hype is dead. The Rivian R1T is competent, but in a …
Five hybrid vehicles and four all-electric models have made it to U.S. magazine Wards Auto ’s latest ranking of the 10 best engines and propulsion systems. This means that, for the first time, only one conventional vehicle powered by a combustion engine is among the award winners. “Consumers are more …
When it comes to shopping for your next vehicle, would you rather have performance or fuel economy? Why not both at the same time? Now more than ever, it’s possible to enjoy the best of both worlds, particularly thanks to electrified powertrains. Anyway, some models aim to help drivers save …
Used car buyers, beware: more and more cases of VIN fraud are being reported across Canada. This is when someone illegally changes the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) of a vehicle to hide its true history, often to sell stolen vehicles without detection. More specifically, this type of fraud happens when …
While they were simple, honest means of cheap transportation from A to B, the Chevrolet Aveo, Suzuki Swift and Pontiac G3/Wave were never considered hot . However, GM’s latest recall may change that. The American manufacturer just announced that the Chevrolet Aveo, Suzuki Swift and Pontiac G3/Wave built between 2004 …