Hybrid vehicles have surged in popularity across Canada in the past year, boosted by slowing demand for fully electric and plug-in hybrid models. Easy for risk-averse drivers to adopt, they are more financially accessible than EVs and simpler to maintain than PHEVs. Hybrid technology improves fuel economy and, in some …

Tokyo, Japan— The Japanese car market is nothing like Canada’s. Even though some vehicles sold here can also be found on Japanese roads, there’s a large number of models from the Land of the Rising Sun that we never get. A great example is the so-called kei cars, derived from …

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 …

If you're looking to get your hands on a new vehicle without an automatic transmission, we recommend you act sooner rather than later. There are only 24 options remaining for the 2026 model year, and they're mostly sports cars aimed at serious driving enthusiasts. Unsurprisingly, that number is down from …

New vehicle sales don't tell the whole story when it comes to assessing the value of auto companies, especially in the current economic climate with tariff pressures and the slowdown in electric vehicles. Consumer volatility is another issue. This week, Interbrand released its 2025 ranking of the world's most valuable …

The carbon tax may have been axed in most of Canada (Quebec still has one), but gas prices will keep rising in the future. In order to save money at the pump, many drivers are changing their habits on the road or turning to greener vehicles. On that note, we …

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 …

Today at the Los Angeles Auto Show , the North American Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle of the Year (NACTOY) awards organization named three cars, three trucks and three utility vehicles as its 2026 finalists. The winners will be crowned on January 14 at the opening of the North American …

The all-new 2026 Honda Prelude will be arriving at Canadian dealerships later this month. The only thing left to know was the price, and now that's been revealed. Bad news: while we expected customers to pay around $45,000, the hybrid coupe actually has a base MSRP of $49,990, plus additional …

The current-generation Honda Pilot is three years old, so it's time for some changes and enhancements. Don't look for anything major, with one exception. On the outside, designers have revised the front fascia: the grille is larger and adopts a new look. The redesigned lower bumper and the large new …

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 …

Honda is taking advantage of the 2025 Japan Mobility Show in Tokyo this week to introduce another upcoming electric SUV. The company wants to make an industry-wide statement with its brand new, all-electric Honda 0 series . Styling can be described in many different ways, but one thing is clear: …

A supply issue involving semiconductors—electronic chips essential to the operation of multiple vehicle systems—is not only affecting Volkswagen, as we reported last week, but also other automakers. Unlike the shortage that rocked several industries, including auto, during the COVID-19 pandemic, the issue this time stems from a trade war involving …

Changing market conditions such as increased availability of models and more aggressive incentive offers, not to mention the recently imposed tariffs, have altered new-vehicle shoppers’ perceptions and habits. However, according to J.D. Power’s 2025 U.S. Automotive Brand Loyalty Study, automakers with strong reputations and those that consistently deliver vehicles aligned …