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The Honda Civic Hatchback made a return to Canada with the previous generation as a 2017 model, but it stopped being the cheap compact car it used to be a couple of decades ago. Essentially, it became the sedan’s more upscale twin. Unlike the locally built four-door Civic that Honda …

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 …

Mitsubishi revolutionized the compact SUV segment in 2018 with the introduction of the first plug-in hybrid utility vehicle . Since then, many competitors have followed suit, and the technology is largely seen as a gateway to full electric mobility. It’s no surprise that the Outlander PHEV sold nearly 15,000 units …

The American brands of the Stellantis group have long been taken for granted by the higher-ups. Like inexhaustible cash cows, they rehashed retro designs powered by gas-guzzling powertrains that appealed to enthusiasts who constantly asked for more. However, the major shift to electric vehicles, combined with a series of controversial …

In today’s fast-evolving automotive world, where electrification sets the pace and SUVs rule the roads, a few icons simply refuse to die. Among them, the Ford Mustang stands tall, living its best life ever since its debut in 1964. Sure, the Mustang Mach-E crossover has helped keep the brand in …

You’re looking at version 3.0 of the Volkswagen Tiguan compact SUV, first introduced in North America as a 2009 model. This new generation features a revised exterior that’s more in line with the German brand's other products, as well as changes to the interior including a larger screen that’s now …

With the cost of living rising dramatically in recent years, owning a car is no longer part of the plan for many students and young adults. When it still is, then more compromises often have to be made when it comes to the year and mileage to stay on budget.

Following a mid-cycle update for the 2025 model year, the Ford Maverick compact pickup is improved in a number of ways. Styling has undergone minor changes, particularly to the front end, while the cabin now features a larger 13.2-inch touchscreen (previously 8 inches). The optional Tremor package, intended for off-roading, …

MINI ’s first attempt at electrifying its lineup was a plug-in hybrid variant of the Countryman that could only travel 30 km in pure electric mode. Then came the all-electric Cooper SE , unfortunately with a very limited range of 183 km. Sure, MINI owners typically prefer to spend time …

The Jeep Cherokee is back! Did you miss it? Of course, a lot has changed more than two full years after production ended in March 2023 . “We took the time to step back and analyze the North American midsize SUV market to understand one thing: what do customers want …