First Drives

The Volkswagen Tiguan still does not have a hybrid variant in its North American catalogue, a technology that the manufacturer claims is coming very soon. Having made the transition to its third generation last year with moderate aesthetic and technological changes—along with the single powertrain offering—the Tiguan adds a more …

Boldness, originality, and experimentation have been at the heart of the development of many electric vehicles launched in recent years - even though manufacturers seemed to market them out of obligation without necessarily expecting success. Electric vehicles such as the BMW i3 and Genesis GV60 are prime examples of vehicles …

The Chevrolet Bolt EV enjoyed a nice run from 2017-2023, winning over many drivers thanks to its practicality, range and low price. Unfortunately, battery problems and a massive recall tarnished its reputation and otherwise commendable track record for reliability. That’s all in the past now. After a few years of …

Seoul, South Korea— Cargo vans are all over the place in Europe, Asia and South America. From full-size models like the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter to small delivery vehicles with no rear windows and no rear seats, there’s plenty of choice. It’s a much different story in North America. For one thing, …

The full-size electric pickup truck segment is at a crossroads. The F-150 Lightning enjoyed initial success, but sales have slowed significantly. At Tesla, those who wanted to get their hands on a Cybertruck have already done so, and the hype is dead. The Rivian R1T is competent, but in a …

Maryville, Tennesse— Since Ford revived the Bronco name in 2021, the Dearborn-based manufacturer has been trying every possible way to steal sales from its archrival, the Jeep Wrangler. In order to attract customers drawn by the “ready-for-adventure” image, each purchase of a new Bronco—or Bronco Sport —comes with a day …

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 …

Denver, Colorado— Launched in 2022, the Subaru Solterra —Toyota bZ4X’s non-identical cousin—is still a fairly rare electric vehicle on Canadian roads. Its limited range and charging capability initially cooled many consumers' enthusiasm. However, the small Japanese automaker is not giving up on its electric push: Subaru plans to introduce two …

Toronto, ON – It's not uncommon for a car manufacturer to celebrate its success in motorsports with special editions of its road cars. The bond between track cars and street cars is closer than most people think. At least, that's what Canadian race car driver Mark Wilkins thinks. As the …

The most popular midsize SUVs in the country include the Dodge Durango , Ford Explorer and Toyota Highlander / Grand Highlander . This trio and more represent stiff competition for the Korean contender that launched six years ago. Hyundai prefers not to talk about the Durango, probably because it would …