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NewsQuebec-based Zeal Motor Launches the Fat Truck
A start-up company located in Bromont, Quebec, is launching a new line of commercial off-road vehicles, and even received financial assistance from provincial and federal governments. Destined for energy providers and mining companies who need to access pipelines, telecommunication towers and power lines in hard-to-reach areas, or first responders in …
NewsThe Car Guide’s Best Technology for 2019: Mazda SKYACTIV-X
When Mazda introduced its SKYACTIV technology almost ten years ago, which extended to both platforms and powertrains, the automaker not only enhanced the driving dynamics of its cars and SUVs, but greatly improved their fuel economy as well. Mazda is striking again with its SKYACTIV-X technology , proving that the …
News2019 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid: Canadian Pricing Announced
After announcing the pricing structure for the 2019 Toyota RAV4 a couple of months ago, Toyota Canada has just released the MSRPs of the compact SUV’s hybrid variants. Starting at $32,090 before freight and delivery charges, the RAV4 Hybrid LE features an Entune 3.0 infotainment system with seven-inch touchscreen, Apple …
NewsThe Car Guide’s 2019 Best Buys: Mazda CX-5
Year after year, The Car Guide publishes its Best Buy awards in a wide variety of categories, helping consumers make the right decision when they shop for a new vehicle. Obviously, this includes sport utility vehicles of various sizes, including the compact SUV segment. This year, the Mazda CX-5 won …
NewsVolkswagen to Expand Plant in Tennessee for Their Upcoming EV Onslaught
German automaker Volkswagen will invest USD$800 million in their existing facility in Chattanooga in order to build electric vehicles for the North-American market. According to the company, this expansion will create 1,000 additional jobs at the plan and more for outside suppliers. “The US is one of the most important …
NewsThe Tesla Model 3 is the #8 bestselling Car in Canada in 2018
Despite the very low market share of electric vehicles in Canada and in the United States, in addition to the numerous issues that occurred during production ramp-up, Tesla accomplished a feat many thought would be impossible. The Model 3 sedan, the brand’s first “affordable” EV, finished the 2018 calendar year …
NewsVolkswagen and Ford to Announce an Important Business Alliance
Manufacturers Volkswagen and Ford are currently in deep negotiations to help each other out in the commercial vehicle industry, but now, Reuters is expecting the imminent announcement of a much more important strategic alliance . The two automotive giants are seeking collaboration in order to share development costs of new …
News2020 Kia Forte5 Makes North-American Debut in Montreal
After launching the 2019 Kia Forte sedan , the Korean manufacturer has just revealed the five-door Forte5 variant at a private event in Montreal. An interesting move, since Canada is rarely the locale for the major unveiling of an all-new car. And yet, it’s might not be unusual at all.
NewsThe Car Guide’s 2019 Best Buys: Porsche 718
In order to help consumers with their new-vehicle shopping process, The Car Guide ’s team publishes each year its Best Buys in a variety of car and utility vehicle categories. From affordable cars to performance luxury trucks, each model is rated at ranked by segment. In the luxury sports car …
NewsToyota and Kenworth Collaborate to Develop a Hydrogen-powered Heavy Truck
The North-American division of Japanese giant Toyota is teaming up with manufacturer Kenworth to develop a zero-emission heavy truck. A fleet of 10 Kenworth T680 semi-trailer trucks will receive a hydrogen fuel cell powertrain conceived with Toyota’s expertise, and will be used from 2020 in the ports of Los Angeles …
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