Tests and Features

Four-wheel and all-wheel drive systems help improve a vehicle’s grip in various conditions, but another device called “limited-slip differential” also serves that purpose in many performance cars, including the Mazda MX-5 , the Porsche 911 and the Honda Civic Type R , but in SUVs that are focused on off-road …

The Tesla Model 3 is the best-selling EV in Canada. What was meant to be Tesla’s long-awaited affordable EV and was originally introduced with an enticing starting price, quickly became a $60,000+ car –without any significant design changes and still dragging annoying assembly issues. And as the rest of the …

Each year, vehicles from the Audi luxury brand are well represented in The Car Guide' s Best Buys list. This can be explained by their combination of quality, refinement and driving dynamics, among other things. And the fact that their models are covered by a four-year or 80,000 km original …

The current Subaru Forester was introduced for model year 2019 with only one engine/transmission option, and still no hybrid version in a segment where there are more and more of them. However, it remains a versatile vehicle that offers a solid value, new or used. Considering an older and cheaper …

Some people predicted that the Kia Niro would just come and go, but the company sure believes in it, having introduced a second generation for the 2023 model year. The Car Guide headed to San Diego, California a couple of days ago for a first test drive of this small …

If you still haven't purchased your winter tires, you really should hurry, because the deadline is approaching fast. Just in case you forgot, winter tires are mandatory on all road motor vehicles registered in Quebec, including rentals, from December 1st to March 15th inclusively. Motorists who don’t comply with the …

Still looking for a pre-owned mid-size sedan? You are among the small minority of people who don’t prefer SUVs and it’s perfectly fine! We agree, driving a car is often much more fun. Models like the Mazda6 or the Honda Accord are good choices if you favour driving pleasure. The …

A base MSRP of $50,050 is admittedly an awful lot of money for a Honda Civic —the first time this has ever happened. But you know what? You’ll fall in love with the new 2023 Civic Type R after just a few seconds, and I’d even dare to say its …

Starting February 23, 2023, the Société de l’assurance automobile du Québec (SAAQ) will launch a new simplified online service system: SAAQclic. On this portal, Quebecers will be able to safely access new services related to their vehicle registration, driver’s licence, vehicle information, driving record, state of health and appointments. What …

Aside from delivering astounding amounts of bottom-end torque, modern electric cars still seem to be pushing performance, tuning and just plain enjoyment at the wheel to the sidelines. But some brands still insist on charming driving enthusiasts despite the fact that their financial stability relies highly on SUVs and the …