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The small Kia Niro crossover appeared on our roads six years ago and is a rare breed in the automotive industry. Not only does it not offer a gas-only version, it is also available as a hybrid, plug-in hybrid (Niro PHEV), and 100% electric vehicle (Niro EV). For singles, couples …

The Ford Maverick wastes no time making a good first impression. Access is easy, the seats are nicely sculpted, the displays look sharp and prove easy to use, the controls are precise and right where you want them, and plenty of smart storage solutions can be found. This is a …

Year after year, vehicle reliability continues to improve, but multimedia systems remain by far the biggest source of problems for users. This is one of the findings of the latest annual reliability study published by the U.S. firm J.D. Power. Many owners are choosing to keep their vehicles longer in …

Old or new, not all vehicles are created equal and therefore do not have the same winter capabilities. Some have better control systems to avoid skidding and going off the road, others have higher ground clearance to help deal with snowbanks along the way. Getting stuck can happen to anyone.

It’s easy to see why SUVs are so popular these days. People like their extra versatility and cargo capacity, higher driving position and available all-wheel drive system. In an effort to survive, more and more passenger cars are now also offering an AWD option. Midsize sedans are a good example.

The Kia EV6 is one of the most anticipated electric vehicles in Canada. Sharing most of its components with the recently launched Hyundai IONIQ 5 , it will soon hit the road as Kia’s first dedicated EV. Before you add your name to the list of reservation holders, here are …

The Acura MDX is one of the most popular luxury SUVs in Canada. If you're considering a used one because you'd rather opt for a proven product, here's what you roughly need to know about the older-generation Acura MDX, which was released between 2014 and 2020. For the 2014 model …

Here’s a name that my generation’s parents will recognize: Blazer or perhaps Jimmy is the more recognizable nomenclature. However, the original Blazer first emerged in 1969, and I am happy to say I was not even a thought at that time! The Jimmy of that time was based on a …

Shopping for a used car in the middle of winter can be financially advantageous for a number of reasons, but it also carries some risks. You've just acquired a pre-owned vehicle? Congratulations. In order to make the most of it during the winter, allow us to provide you with these …