10 Vehicles That Enjoyed More Success in Canada Than in the U.S.
Top 10
July 1, 2023
Toyota Matrix
The Toyota Matrix and Corolla share the same platform and 1.8L 4-cylinder engine producing 132 horsepower and 128 lbs.-ft. of torque. Unlike the popular Corolla sedan, you can still get a Matrix with a 2.4L engine if you opt for the XRS trim or the 4-wheel drive version. Both a 5-speed manual and a 4 or 5-speed automatic transmission are available in the XRS model.
15 Vehicles With 15 Years of Age You Should Consider
Pre-owned vehicles
A growing number of drivers decide to keep their vehicles longer, and therefore, the average age of the automobile population is steadily increasing. According to American statistics published recently, the average is 13.1 years for cars and 11.6 years for light trucks. In addition, the sharp rise in pre-owned vehicle …June 1, 2022
Pontiac Vibe and Toyota Matrix: Are They the Same Car?
Pre-owned vehicles
Two compact cars that have been discontinued for a while are still attractive options for many consumers, especially small families on a budget who don’t want anything complicated, but need something convenient. The Pontiac Vibe and the Toyota Matrix indeed offer an interesting format (they compare favorably to several current …April 9, 2022
5 Used Vehicles With Surprisingly High Towing Capacity
Pre-owned vehicles
Dreaming of the next RV camping season? Are you a contractor and need to haul heavy loads? Then towing capacity should be important as you're shopping for your next vehicle. Here are five used models - for all tastes and budgets - that stand out in this regard. Jeep Cherokee …December 21, 2021
Used Cars For Students: What Should You Buy?
Pre-owned vehicles
For a student, buying a first car is a milestone. In order to avoid spending more time in the garage than in class, reliability and sturdiness should be priorities. The budget inevitably comes next; finding an affordable model with the lowest possible fuel consumption and reasonable maintenance is also crucial. December 16, 2021
Four compact cars with AWD for less than $25,000
Comparative Tests
There are just four cars with AWD for less than $25,000 on the market: the Subaru Impreza, Mitsubishi Lancer, Toyota Matrix and Suzuki SX4. Interestingly, they’re all Japanese. We threw them all in the ring together. Four contenders We brought these rivals together on a particularly wet December 15th. Raining? February 9, 2012
Pontiac Vibe vs. Toyota Matrix: Six of one, a half-dozen of the other?
Comparative Tests
Let's get something out of the way right now: the Vibe and the Matrix are two non-identical twins whose only differences, their bodies aside, are in the details of their equipment. The majority of their mechanical and structural components come from Toyota, just like the various elements that make up …February 10, 2009
Owners of These Old Toyota, Pontiac Cars Should Stop Driving Them, Here’s Why
News
Toyota and General Motors are urging owners or custodians of certain older vehicles who have not yet addressed Takata airbag recalls since 2015 to stop driving their vehicles. The warning specifically targets the 2004-2005 Toyota RAV4 (driver’s side front airbag), as well as the 2003-2004 Toyota Corolla , Matrix and …January 30, 2024
Safety Recall for Toyota/Lexus
Recalls
With the recent events in automotive safety, we are no longer that surprised when thousands of cars are recalled for a safety issue. A few months ago, the news of Toyota recalling more than 840,000 vehicles because of a passenger airbag that could explode would have created a panic reaction. June 18, 2014
Another day, Another Recall: One More for Toyota!
Recalls
Toyota has really used the GM ignition switch scandal to their advantage! This morning, they announced yet another grouped recall, this time targeting 6.76 million vehicles worldwide. It is one of the larger recalls ever made by the Japanese manufacturer. The first one is for the 2009-2010 Corolla and Matrix, …April 9, 2014
2014 Toyota Matrix Still Available in Canada
News
Not long ago we were talking about the possible disappearance of the Toyota Matrix. The eventuality was obvious, given the upcoming release of the 2014 Toyota Corolla. Both cars are assembled in Toyota’s plant in Cambridge, Ontario. However it turned out to be only half-truth because while the Toyota Matrix …August 14, 2013
Toyota Recalls Over 1 Million Vehicles
News
Toyota is facing down another massive vehicle safety recall in which over 750,000 versions of the 2003 and 2004 Toyota Corolla have been found to suffer from a defect in their airbag safety systems. Concerned that airbags - a crucial component of crash safety - would not actually deploy in …February 2, 2013
Motoring TV 2001 Episode 16
2001
Winter driving in Barrie Ontario 2001 Suzuki XL7 engine oil dilution Buick Rendezvous hearing piston slap? drivers - not cars - are polluting our highways. 
Motoring TV 2001 Episode 18
2001
Volvo Safety Car 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe checking coolant levels Dodge unveils new Ram pick-up the young Bill Gardiner stabilizer link should consumers have access to dealer costs? 
Motoring TV 2002 Episode 8
Episodes
Saturn launches Vue 2002 Toyota Camry 2002 Suzuki XL7 Cold temperatures and tire pressure Toyota Matrix Topping up coolant Squeaky brakes Return of kinder, gentler Jim Kenzie. 
Motoring TV 2002 Episode 16
Episodes
Toyota intros Matrix 2002 Honda Civic SiR exhaust smoke can be good diagnostic tool Toyota assembly plant silicone can save you money in car repairs what's in store for the future of auto shows? 
Motoring TV 2002 Episode 18
Episodes
Volvo enters SUV segment with XC90 2003 Toyota Matrix fluid levels must be checked regularly pros and cons of 4-wheel steering Jim Kenzie on Mini owners signing no-sell contracts with BMW. 
Motoring TV 2004 Episode 21
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Toyota Corolla Toyota Matrix 2004 Mazda6 wagon 1963 Porsche 356 silver lining in high gas prices why courtesy is selfish. 
Comparison test: What is the best AWD car under 25K?
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Comparison test: What is the best AWD car under 25K?
2009 Toyota Matrix
Video Reviews
Our review of the Toyota matrix
