Test Drives

Ever since the 2 Series Gran Coupe exited the North American market, BMW’s lineup has been lacking a punchy and practical little car. Sure, the 2 Series is an excellent gateway to the brand, but it’s by no means family-friendly. But here comes the 2024 BMW X1 M35i, a subcompact …

When talking about Honda SUVs, the best-selling CR-V is the first one that comes to mind, obviously, then the smaller HR-V and the larger Pilot . A lot of people seem to forget that the Passport even exists, and yet it proves to be quite capable and a solid pick …

As a leader in hybrid technology, Toyota made a great move when it electrified its compact sedan five years ago, capitalizing on the huge popularity and stellar reputation of the Corolla while realizing that the Prius would probably never go mainstream due to its design and price. Granted, the latest …

The three-row utility vehicle is kind of the family Swiss Army knife. But beyond the utility part of its task, this once mundane all-purpose hauler has more recently been given a new task: developing a personality. For 2024, the Chevrolet Traverse has undergone a thorough redesign that has taken its …

Nissan has a way of setting up unique media events. After inviting auto journalists to drive across the U.S. on the mythical Route 66, the Japanese automaker decided to give Canadian writers a taste of Europe (sort of) while touring Ontario in a Nissan Ariya , stopping by a bunch …

With close to 850,00 units sold since its introduction, the Porsche Macan is undeniably a top player in Porsche’s lineup, namely because it has long represented the gateway to the prestigious range as the more accessible model. However, production of its gas-powered versions is slowly coming to an end, jeopardizing …

Los Angeles, California— The fourth-generation Mazda MX-5 (codenamed ND) has been around for nearly a decade and is still going strong. But why did the Japanese automaker choose to invite a bunch of journalists to a special test drive on the winding roads surrounding Los Angeles earlier this month? You …

Toyota sold as many as 290,000 Camrys in the U.S. last year but only 8,500 in Canada. And yet it’s the best-selling midsize sedan in both countries. Shoppers on this side of the border clearly prefer SUVs, smaller cars or entry-level luxury models like the BMW 3 Series or Audi …

Compact cars are not as popular as they used to be, but that doesn’t mean they’re going to disappear anytime soon, either. Hyundai’s Elantra is a sensible choice for drivers who don’t want a smaller car or a used vehicle. It also offers a hybrid option, a sporty N Line …

Fiat has been on life support for a number of years, at least in North America where sales are marginal. A mere 46 units were sold in all of Canada last year, 54 the year before and 79 two years ago. Today, only 38 Stellantis dealers still carry the Fiat …