This week we are reviewing the 2022 Bolt EV. Our vehicle was assembled at the Orion plant in Michigan and has an MSRP of 41238.00 CAD before incentives. Fun Factor: 8 Can it Family: 7 Fuel-Friendly: 10 HWY-warrior: 8 Karaoke-Friendly: 7 Baby-Friendly: 7 City Cruising: 10 Two years ago, we tested the Bolt EV on a road trip to Ausable Chasm. EV charging stations were few, and we needed to plan our trip carefully on longer distances. Since then, the Bolt engine has seen a range

The GLA-class is the smallest SUV manufactured by the German brand; it comes in a variety of colours and prices. But this particular version isn't like the rest of the group, notably, with a handcrafted turbocharged 4-cylinder engine and a base price for the AMG about $20,000 more than the regular GLA. Our test model was manufactured at the Rastatt plant in Germany and has an MSRP of $76,750. The first generation of the compact SUV lacked a bit of the flair and luxury you wou

Let's be honest; minivans in the past 15 years haven't been the sexier option. It's been all about SUVs and crossovers; this trend has also affected the sales of sedans and station wagons. When KIA announced the Carnival in February, we were pretty excited to see it in the flesh (lien sur Facebook). We had it for a couple of days, and we are not disappointed! This Kia is manufactured in South Korea at the Gwangmyeong plant and has an MSRP of $48,595. The Kia Carnival was the

This week we are reviewing the Subaru Outback Wilderness. Our vehicle was assembled at the Lafayette plant in USA and had an MSRP of CAD 43.683.00. The Subaru Outback's continuous success shows that Americans are still fond of wagons, even if most of them are now in the luxury segment where a more sophisticated clientele wants something practical, sporty, and good-looking all at the same time. While the Outback might not be the prettiest wagon, it's the cheapest in the mid-si

Toyota introduced the Venza nameplate in North America back in 2009, discontinued it a few years later. With the rising interest in crossovers, the Japanese automaker revived the Venza when they revealed it online in May 2020. This second-generation is available exclusively with an all-wheel-drive hybrid powertrain. There couldn't be a better moment for this vehicle to thrive with the current higher gas prices. Our test vehicle had an MSRP of $44,490 and was manufactured in T

When people are looking for luxury midsize SUVs, three German automakers usually come to mind. In this piece, we are heading west of Germany, across the Channel into England. Today, we are focusing on the Jaguar F-Pace, still built by English workers at the Solihull plant and our test vehicle had an MSRP of $72,070. We find the F-Pace to be a handsome vehicle. The front grille is aggressive, with a touch of restraint. The cat is placed prominently in the center; it's difficul

If you are wondering, wait, didn't you try the E-class two years ago? And last year E63 wagon? You would be correct, but they were different models, and they are different from this one! In fact, in North America, the E-Class is available in four different body styles; you can also add two SUVs in the E category (GLE and GLE Coupe). So there really is an E-Class for everyone (if you have the budget for one)! Our test model had an MSRP of $99,700 and was manufactured in Bremen

The minivan segment has been shrinking for the last 15 years as a couple of automakers left the dance, but Honda remained committed to offering the Odyssey. You will find out if it should be on your shopping list if you are interested in a bigger family hauler. Our test vehicle is manufactured in Lincoln, Alabama, and has an MSRP of $54,805. In 2022, the Honda Odyssey has an understated design compared to its rivals which will suit a buyer looking for a vehicle that blends in

Acura has been redefining itself in the past couple of years as a more stylish and sportier brand. It started in 2017 with the presentation of the technologically advanced NSX, and the aura of sportiness trickled down to their full-size sedan, the Acura TLX. The Platinum Elite is now the second the second-highest trim since earlier this year, since the legendary Type S nameplate came back in the lineup. Our test model has an MSRP of $51,805 and is manufactured in Marysville,

This week we are testing the 2021 GMC Sierra Denali. Our vehicle was assembled in Fort Wayne, Indiana, and has an MSRP of 86,289.00$. Fun Factor: 7 Can it Family: 7 Fuel-Friendly: 5 HWY-warrior: 7.5 Karaoke-Friendly: 5 Baby-Friendly: 5 City Cruising: 3 American luxury is often defined by only a handful of products when it comes to the automotive industry. Executive sedans and big full-size SUVs such as the Lincoln Continental or Cadillac Escalade have been acting as front fi

This week we are reviewing the Volvo S90 Recharge. Our vehicle was assembled at the Daqing plant in China and had an MSRP of CAD 89,550.00. Fun Factor: 8 Volvo launched the S90 in 2017 as their flagship within their sedan lineup. It generally competes with the likes of the Audi A6, BMW 5 Series and E-Class even though the exterior and interior could easily compete against the upper classes of these manufactures. Back in 2013, Volvo announced investing time and effort into a

The 2021 Mazda6 is an interesting car in an interesting category. Our test model is imported from Japan and has an MSRP of $37 950. Sales of the Mazda6 in this third generation have been disappointing. With the American automakers gone from the midsize sedan category, the 6 hasn’t been able to capture some of that momentum. Let’s find out why the Mazda6 isn’t selling as much as its rivals. The Mazda6 has been on sale here in North America for almost 20 years. In the past, the

We got the chance to test the crown jewel of GM, the new mid-engine Corvette, allowing us to let the 6.2L burble its way on asphalt. Under the hood of this engine are 495hp and 470 lb-ft of torque mated to an eight-speed dual-clutch. With all this power, the new Corvette gets to 60 mph in 2.9 seconds, and yes, it will get to 100 mph in 7.6 seconds; Ferrari-like performances without the Ferrari price tag. We could say that at a starting price of $71,748.00 CAD (USD 59,900), th

The 2022 MINI Cooper S 5-door is the evolution of a 60+ years old icon in the automotive industry. It blends emblematic cherished features, like the styling and impressive use of interior space, with the latest tech, such as adaptive cruise control and Apple Carplay. But is the new technology going to be enough to keep one of the smallest cars on the road relevant and popular? The 2022 MINI Cooper is more of an update than a complete model overhaul starting with the design. T

Since the end of the 90s, the Navigator has been the face of American luxury automaker Lincoln. Nowadays, it seems like a no-brainer to haul 7 adults in the utmost comfort, but it wasn't the norm back in 1997 when Lincoln launched the Navigator, and gladly for its parent company Ford, this full-size SUV has been a hit since day one. In 2021, Lincoln's competition has never been fiercer; there are many competitors in this segment, such as the BMW X7, Mercedes-Benz GLS, and Cad

This week we are reviewing the AMG A35 4Matic Sedan. Our vehicle was assembled at the Rastatt plant in Germany and has an MSRP of $54,990.00 CAD. Fun Factor: 9 The smallest AMG in its lineup is also the stealthiest looking AMG. Some might say this is a bad thing; in our eyes, this might be one of the most exciting sleepers currently available. From the outside, it looks almost like a standard A220, making it the perfect vehicle for someone wanting something interesting under

The 2022 Honda Civic touring is a new chapter for the most popular sedan in Canada. Both the interior and exterior received a very welcome new design to remain relevant in this day and age, where sedans are dying off. Exterior I felt like the redesign from Honda was meant for drivers like me. The older model had deep curves and a very sporty finish, while the new Civic stands a lot closer to the Honda Accord. As soon as you see the 2022 version of the Civic, you feel like it'

This week we are reviewing the BMW 330e xDrive. Our vehicle was assembled at the Munich, plant in Germany and has an MSRP of 62045.00 CAD before incentives. Fun Factor: 9 The BMW 3 series has always been an enthusiast vehicle. And yet, BMW has achieved something other manufacturers have not. They made the plug-in hybrid more attractive than its pure gasoline counterpart. Under the hood of the 330e, you will find an efficient 2.0L inline-four that makes 181hp and 258 lb-ft of

Ford invited us to the Canadian Tire Motorsport Park to test the Ford Bronco. Not to be confused with its little brother, the Bronco Sport that we tested recently. We got to play off-road in the dirt, as well as driving it on asphalt. We can’t hide the fact that the Bronco competes directly with the Jeep Wrangler. The Bronco name is not a new nameplate for Ford; the first generation was released in 1966 and has had quite the heritage since then; some received more media atten

This week we are reviewing the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4xe. Our vehicle was assembled at the Toledo assembly plant in Ohio and has an MSRP of 74340.00 CAD before incentives. Fun Factor: 9 Can it Family: 7 Fuel-Friendly: 9 HWY-warrior: 6 Karaoke-Friendly: 8 Baby-Friendly: 4 City Cruising: 9 The 4xe (pronounced 4 by e) is a plug-in hybrid, and no, it's not comparable to a Prius. Naturally, we had no choice but to test its off-road prowess with the family. And, yes, we had to comp