The Spectra represents the automaker in the compact car category. It is available as a sedan and a five-door hatchback. Both versions are powered by a 138 horsepower 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine, which is the norm in the category. The sedan's profile is relatively traditional, while the hatchback's is clearly more modern. In both cases, the dashboard is much more practical than elegant.
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 …
Boldness, originality, and experimentation have been at the heart of the development of many electric vehicles launched in recent years - even though manufacturers seemed to market them out of obligation without necessarily expecting success. Electric vehicles such as the BMW i3 and Genesis GV60 are prime examples of vehicles …
Seoul, South Korea— Cargo vans are all over the place in Europe, Asia and South America. From full-size models like the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter to small delivery vehicles with no rear windows and no rear seats, there’s plenty of choice. It’s a much different story in North America. For one thing, …
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 …
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 …
SUVs and crossovers continue to dominate new vehicle sales in North America, and automakers happily churn out more models for the sake of profitability. Now, for consumers looking to save money at the pump, it's important not to look solely at fuel consumption ratings or to automatically opt for a …
Launched three years ago, the fifth-generation Kia Sportage received a significant mid-cycle update for the 2026 model year , as we saw at the Los Angeles and Montreal auto shows months ago. It landed at Canadian dealerships this spring, followed by the Sportage HEV (hybrid) in June. The Sportage PHEV …
What are you looking for in a hybrid vehicle ? Fuel economy, improved performance, maybe a combination of both? Burning less fuel and reducing emissions is one thing, but saving money at the pump is another. Indeed, it's important to calculate the price difference compared to a conventionally powered model …
The second-generation Kia Seltos will make its debut very soon. The world premiere is scheduled for December 10, and the company has a few teasers to whet our appetite. Remember, Kia's subcompact SUV was initially launched for the 2021 model year and then updated in 2024. The new one will …
Off-road and adventure-focused SUVs are increasingly popular across the auto industry. Of course, some have far greater capabilities than others and can tackle formidable terrain ( Jeep Wrangler , Ford Bronco , Toyota 4Runner , to name a few), but they come at a price. For the average driver who …
The all-new Kia EV5 will launch next spring—as a 2027 model and not 2026, it turns out—and the company has just announced pricing details for Canada, which will be the only market in North America to get it. The compact electric SUV, similar in size to the gasoline-powered Sportage and …
Do you happen to own a Hyundai Sonata or Kia K5 ? Watch out: according to a new safety recall that’s just been issued, the fuel tank could melt and leak. More specifically, 5,616 Sonatas from 2020-2023 and 2,737 K5s from 2021-2024 are being recalled nationwide, all of them equipped …
One week after its design was first revealed, the second-generation Kia Telluride is now making its official debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show and will arrive at dealerships this winter as a 2027 model. Incidentally, there is no 2026 model. We've already talked about the exterior, which is even …
One week before its official debut at the 2025 Los Angeles Auto Show, and a few months before its arrival at dealerships scheduled for the first quarter of 2026, the second-generation 2027 Kia Telluride has surfaced online, showcasing a bold new design that will leave no one indifferent. The company …
Unveiled at the New York Auto Show last April, the all-new 2026 Kia EV4 electric sedan will soon compete with the likes of the Tesla Model 3 and Hyundai IONIQ 6 . In North America, only Canada will get it at first, it turns out. Indeed, the company has made …
There are many reasons why drivers are hesitant or simply unwilling to make the switch to electric vehicles. Some say they’ll miss the sounds and feel of combustion engines and transmissions. As a result, EV makers have developed fake engine sounds and even systems that simulate gear shifts. Some are …
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