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First Drive: 2024 Kia Seltos

For 2024, the Kia Seltos is refreshed with new styling cues, more features, and a power boost to its available turbocharged engine. Find out more in my "First Drive" story over at AutoTRADER.ca.

First Drive: 2024 Chevrolet Trax

With more people moving out of cars and into small SUVs, the automakers are focusing their attention on this entry segment. Chevrolet has an all-new Trax for 2024, and I think it's really well-done. Find out more in my review at AutoTRADER.ca.

In Review: 2023 Honda Accord

Honda has introduced an all-new Accord for 2023, but with unusual marketing: the base trim is gas-only, and the upper trims are hybrids. Find out more about that gasoline version in my review at AutoTRADER.ca.

First Look: 2024 Ford Ranger and Ranger Raptor

The midsize truck segment is shaking up, and Ford is in it with an all-new Ranger and first-ever Ranger Raptor. I got a close-up-and-personal look - find it at AutoTRADER.ca.

In Review: 2023 Jeep Wrangler Sahara 4xe

The Wrangler 4xe does everything a Jeep's supposed to do, along with running on electricity once you've plugged it in. Find out more in my review at AutoTRADER.ca.

In Review: 2023 Toyota Tundra

The Toyota Tundra has a strong engine and drives very well, but if you're looking at the top trim levels, you may have some issues with the mirrors. Find out why in my review at AutoTRADER.ca.

In Review: 2023 Volvo XC90 Recharge

For 2023, the Volvo XC90 comes only as a mild hybrid or, as with my tester, a plug-in hybrid (PHEV). It's lovely to drive, but it can be distracting to try to operate its controls inside the centre screen. Find out more in my review at AutoTRADER.ca.

In Review: 2023 Toyota Venza

While it started out as a conventional crossover, the Toyota Venza is now available only as a hybrid. It's efficient and comfortable, but occupies a small niche as a premium model with a mainstream badge. Find out more in my review at AutoTRADER.ca.

In Review: 2023 Toyota RAV4 Limited

The RAV4 isn't just Toyota's top seller, but the best-selling SUV in Canada. It comes as a hybrid, but I'm in the gas-only version and in top Limited trim. Find out more in my review at AutoTRADER.ca.

In Review: 2023 Maserati Grecale Trofeo

The Maserati Grecale is the Italian automaker's new compact SUV, and when you get into the 523-horsepower Trofeo as I did you can expect to have some fun; but it can also be frustrating when you want to make some simple adjustments to the controls. Find out more in my review at AutoTRADER.ca.

In Review: 2023 Lexus NX 350h

The 2023 Lexus NX 350h is a hybrid that's actually less expensive than its gasoline-only sibling, and it has an inviting and comfortable interior. But it didn't always impress me, and you can check my review at AutoTRADER.ca to find out why.

In Review: 2023 GMC Yukon Ultimate Denali

Large and in charge: For 2023, the GMC Yukon adds a new highest Denali Ultimate trim. Exactly how ultimate is it? Find out in my review at AutoTRADER.ca.

How does winter weather affect an electric vehicle?

There are a lot of factors with electric vehicle range, and the outside temperature is a major one. I drove two electric Genesis vehicles from Quebec City to Montreal to see how they behaved in winter weather. Find out how it went in my story at AutoTRADER.ca.

In Review: 2023 Toyota 4Runner

The Toyota 4Runner is an old-school truck that hasn't been significantly updated in a while, but it could be just right if you want something that's uncomplicated and very capable. Find out more in my review at AutoTRADER.ca.

In Review: 2023 Mazda3 Sport GT Turbo

The Mazda3 Sport - which indicates a hatchback - is a fun little driver that's also a good choice for the everyday commute. But it does have some cons to go with the pros, and you can find them in my review at AutoTRADER.ca.

In Review: 2023 Kia Soul

The boxy Kia Soul has grown up over the years, and while it's still funky-looking, it's matured into a handy little hatchback. Find out more in my review at AutoTRADER.ca.

Think EVs don't need regular maintenance? Think again...

It's a common misconception with electric vehicles: because they don't need oil changes, they need little to no maintenance at all. That's simply not true. They don't need as much maintenance overall as a gasoline car, but they still need some, and items like tires may be pricey. Find out what you'll need to do to your EV in my story at AutoTRADER.ca.

In Review: 2023 Toyota Camry Hybrid

The 2023 Toyota Camry Hybrid is one of just three hybrid sedans on the market right now - SUVs being a more popular choice, but there's something to be said for a car. Find out what I said about this one in my review at AutoTRADER.ca.

In Review: 2023 Genesis Electrified G80

Genesis is moving toward electrification, and its G80 sedan is now available with gas or, as I drove it, a battery. Find out more in my review at AutoTRADER.ca.

In Review: 2023 Mazda CX-5

The new Mazda CX-50 is getting all the press, but the CX-5 is still around for those who don't want to move up to the "more rugged" CX-50. Find out more in my CX-5 review at AutoTRADER.ca.

In Review: 2022 Honda Accord

SUVs rule the roost, but I still like driving a sedan, and I like driving the Honda Accord. It's due for a makeover in 2023, but find out more about the 2022 version in my review at AutoTRADER.ca.

What's going to happen with scrapped electric-vehicle batteries?

Electric cars are poised to be the future of transportation, but what about when they reach their end of life? Everyone's trying to figure out what to do with the batteries - and some governments are trying to mandate them on the folks who don't want them, while ignoring the people who do. Find out more in my story at AutoTRADER.ca.

In Review: 2023 Honda Odyssey

Minivans are still the ultimate household-haulers, and everyone makes a good one, so it's about finding the features and price you prefer. Find out more about the Honda Odyssey in my review at AutoTRADER.ca.

Here are some answers to your winter tire questions

Do you need winter tires if your area doesn't get a lot of snow? How much of a difference does price make? And what's an "all-weather" tire? Find the answers to these and other winter-tire questions in my story at AutoTRADER.ca.

First Drive: 2023 Subaru Outback

The Subaru Outback gets a freshening-up for 2023, with some styling changes, new features, updated technology and a new Onyx trim. Find out more in my story at AutoTRADER.ca.

In Review: 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV

Of the smaller all-electrics available today, I really like the Chevrolet Bolt, and the EUV model I drove has more rear-seat legroom if you're hauling some friends along. Find out more in my review at AutoTRADER.ca.

Cars at the 2022 Cobble Beach Councours d'Elegance

The Cobble Beach Concours d'Elegance, held in Owen Sound, Ontario, started up again for 2022 after the pandemic cancelled the last two. There were some incredible cars on display, and you can see some of them in my story at AutoTRADER.ca.

In Review: 2022 Toyota Sienna

Minivans are still the winners for hauling a full house - so much more so than three-row SUVs - and I really like the Toyota Sienna, which comes exclusively as a hybrid. Find out more in my review at AutoTRADER.ca.

In Review: 2022 Mercedes-AMG CLS 53

The 2022 Mercedes-AMG CLS 53 four-door is officially called a "coupe" by the automaker, but when it look this good, hey, call it whatever you want. It's a joy to drive and with only a few downsides; find out more in my review at AutoTRADER.ca.

In Review: 2022 Honda Pilot TrailSport

Honda is taking an unusual path with its 2022 Pilot and its new TrailSport trim: It's going to be a more rugged off-roader eventually, but right now it's just some styling cues. Nevertheless, it's a great driver and you can find out more in my review at AutoTRADER.ca.

In Review: 2022 Mercedes-AMG GLB 35

Mercedes-Benz does small vehicles very well, including the GLB, which I drove as an AMG model. Find out more in my review at AutoTRADER.ca.

In Review: 2022 Jeep Wagoneer

Jeep has gone upscale and then some for 2022 with the new Wagoneer, which represents a new luxury sub-brand for the automaker. I drove it for a week; find out my thoughts at AutoTRADER.ca.

In Review: 2022 Lincoln Navigator

If you want big and luxurious with lots of passenger space, there are a few body-on-frame SUVs still around, including the Lincoln Navigator. Find out what it's all about in my review at AutoTRADER.ca.

In Review: 2022 GMC Sierra AT4X and Denali Ultimate

For 2022, the GMC Sierra adds two new trims, both built on existing trims but with more stuff: The AT4X and Denali Ultimate. I drove them both on a trip to northern Ontario - find out more in my review at AutoTRADER.ca.

In Review: 2022 Nissan Murano

It's an older design and not as tech-heavy inside as some, but the Nissan Murano remains relevant in the market as a pleasant driver with long-distance-comfortable seats. Find out more in my review at AutoTRADER.ca.

Should you finance your vehicle purchase through a bank or a dealer?

You've found the vehicle you want, but now you have to make a decision: Should you finance it with your bank, or through the dealership? Find out the pros and cons in my story at AutoTRADER.ca.

In Review: 2023 Mazda CX-50

An all-new model for 2023, the CX-50 is a great driver and a bit more rugged than its CX-5 sibling. Find out more in my review at AutoTRADER.ca.

In Review: 2022 Mazda CX-3

It's no longer sold south of the border, but Canadians appreciate small vehicles and so the Mazda CX-3 lives on. Find out more in my review at AutoTRADER.ca.

In Review: 2022 Toyota Venza

The 2022 Toyota Venza comes only as a hybrid and fits into a niche of "premium mainstream" - you could put its interior into a Lexus and it would look appropriate. But it's not quite perfect - find out more in my review at AutoTRADER.ca.

Should you get your alignment checked?

You take your vehicle into the shop, and now they want to check your alignment. Should you agree to it? Find out in my story at AutoTRADER.ca.

In Review: 2022 Toyota RAV4

If you take pickup trucks out of the mix, this is the best-selling vehicle in Canada. Find out more about the 2022 Toyota RAV4 in my review at AutoTRADER.ca.

In Review: 2022 Honda CR-V

The Honda Civic might be Canada's top-selling car, but the best-selling Honda is this little number here. The CR-V will be all-new for 2023 and include a hybrid (and be made in Ontario), but in the meantime, check out my review of the 2022 version at AutoTRADER.ca.

In Review: 2022 Kia Forte

The 2022 Kia Forte is a comfortable car and fun to drive, but it doesn't earn the highest safety ratings in crash testing. Find out more in my review at AutoTRADER.ca.

In Review: 2022 Honda Ridgeline

A real truck is “a vehicle with a bed that does what you need it to do," and the Honda Ridgeline delivers. I've always like this SUV-based pickup, even if I'm not that keen on its new HPD appearance package. Find out more in my review at AutoTRADER.ca.

First Drive: 2022 GMC Terrain

The GMC Terrain gets some styling updates for 2022, along with a new AT4 trim level and some new features. The mechanical bits are the same as before, but on most trims the price has come down. Find out more in my story at AutoTRADER.ca.

In Review: 2022 Nissan Sentra

The Nissan Sentra isn't the most powerful performer in the segment, but it does most everything right and looks better than its price. Find out more in my review at AutoTRADER.ca.

In Review: 2022 Chevrolet Traverse

Three-row SUVs have pretty much taken the place of minivans in the marketplace, but that third row can be tight. Chevrolet's Traverse offers more space back there than most, and does a lot of things right. Find out more in my review at AutoTRADER.ca.

In Review: 2022 Chevrolet Blazer

Slotted between the smaller Equinox and larger Traverse, the Chevrolet Blazer doesn't have as much cargo space as some competitors, but it's surprisingly nice to drive, with sharp handling and a smooth ride. Find out more in my review at AutoTRADER.ca.

Buying your first pickup truck? Here's what to know...

Trucks are among the most popular segments in Canada right now - but if you've never bought or driven one before, there are many things to consider (including if you want a Studebaker truck, as I have!). I have a list of tips to help first-time truck buyers, and it's over at AutoTRADER.ca.

In Review: 2022 Toyota Highlander

Toyota's Highlander is a popular choice in the SUV segment, offering three rows of seating and lots of features. Find out more in my review at AutoTRADER.ca.