Hyundai Canada has announced that the Hyundai Accent will not be available in Canada after this year. The subcompact car (lately available here only as a hatchback) saw its sales fall dramatically in the last two years, and much of its place taken by the new Kona and even newer Venue small crossover models.

The 2020 Volkswagen Jetta GLI is either a fuel-efficient car (in terms of price and fuel consumption) with a sporty side, or a sports car that's practical and economical. It's up to you to decide. Here’s our review.

Ford confirmed during its Q2 earnings call that it has collected more than 150,000 reservations for the new 2021 Ford Bronco. The reservations require only a refundable $100 deposit so they may not all translate into firm orders, but the total is still impressive.

The Cadillac Lyriq gets teased some more as the luxury automaker prepares to reveal it in full next week, on August 6 to be exact. Today’s big revelation involves… where owners will find the charge port when it’s time to plug in the vehicle to recharge it.

In North America, the second-generation Kia Soul EV is currently a Canadian-only affair, and that might remain so indefinitely according to a new report that claims Kia has decided not to bring the model to the U.S. market at all – this after several delays in introducing it there.

WardsAuto has come out with its fifth annual 10 Best UX list, recognizing the new 2020 and 2021 models offering the best user experiences to their occupants. Once again this year, much attention was paid to how nice a companion the multimedia system of a vehicle proves to be.

The 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class is getting a series of technological improvements developed by the German automaker under the its Innovation by Intelligence banner. The changes have as their goal to maximize both safety and passenger comfort.

Equipped with a new modular architecture designed to underpin electric powertrains, Nissan is said to be considering developing a larger all-electric SUV to slide into the lineup above the new Ariya.

The future Ford Maverick truck could get a 162-hp engine and a manual gearbox option, and start life strictly as a 4-door pickup. According to the Maverick Chat online forum, an inside source reveals many of the compact pickup’s mechanical components will come from the Transit Connect.

The Ford Escape was once the number-one best-selling compact SUV in Canada. But the model has been eclipsed by the likes of the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4. Now, the folks at Ford are doing everything they can to claw their way back to the top of the segment with the overhauled 2020 version. Here’s our review of the hybrid version.

BMW says it will produce all-electric versions of the X1 SUV and of the 5 Series and 7 Series sedans, as part of its plan to have a dozen EVs in its lineup, and 23 electrified models in all, by 2023.

General Motors might be getting its ducks lined up in a row for the appellations of future EVs: the automaker has filed trademark requests in both the U.S. and in Europe for the Symboliq, Optiq and Celestiq names.

Quick question: Is it a good or bad sign when a vehicle model gets itself thrown out of a baseball stadium, is that a good sign or bad? We look at the 2020 Chevrolet Blazer and examine a model with a long history – and a tumultuous new beginning.

The new 2020 Buick Encore GX gives the automaker a trio of modern SUVs to compete on the market, along with the Enclave redesigned a few years back and the Envision, which gets its overhaul shortly. The Encore GX may also be the harbinger of death for the even-smaller Encore.

Tesla has chosen a location near Austin, Texas for the construction of its new 4- to 5-million sq-ft plant that will build the Cybertruck. The land chosen covers some 2,100 acres of land east of Austin’s main airport. The electric-powered Cybertruck is supposed to start reaching customers before the end of 2021…

In the world of luxury cars, manufacturers must innovate to stand out. Bentley is doing just that with its Flying Spur model, offering three-dimensional sculpted wood trim in the big sedan.

A Quebec man’s 2008 Hyundai Elantra is about to hit the 1 million kilometers driven mark. Since Jocelyn Roy bought the car used in 2011, he has added an average of 107,000 km to the odometer annually. He’s just traded it in for a new Kona at the same dealer - in a straight-up trade.

The First Edition versions of the Bronco and Bronco Sport are not coming to Canada. The news was confirmed by a Ford representative in an interview with Muscle Cars & Trucks.

Our review of the 2020 Nissan Kicks conveniently includes six notable elements worth thinking about for shoppers in the small SUV segment. The upshot is that while this is a vehicle we can readily recommend, there are things you should know about. The Kicks is not necessarily for everyone…

Mitsubishi has announced its plans for updating its models in 2021 and 2022. Most notable is the arrival of a new generation of the Outlander SUV sometime in 2021. Also on tap, revised Mirage and Eclipse Cross models in the first half of next year.

The Nissan Frontier truck has received a new engine for 2020, but it won't be available in Canada this year. With other fish to fry right now, Nissan Canada says it will wait for the next-generation model to be available in 2021.

While Ford’s new Bronco grabs much of the spotlight, Jeep sent out a couple of teasers as a riposte, and is busy behind closed doors testing a V8-powered version of the Wrangler. We're still in the realm of speculation, but it's clear that Jeep can't sit on its hands in the face of its great rival's offensive.

A Pontiac Trans Am autographed by Burt Reynolds is being offered as part of a contest. The model, an actual Trans Am from the era, has been made a perfect replica of the version seen in the 1970s movie Smokey and the Bandit.

The dashboard of the future Cadillac Lyriq all-electric SUV will feature a 33-inch screen. Needless to say, the screen, actually made up of three sections, will become the largest in the industry.

The Porsche Panamera 4 e-hybrid Sport Turismo represents a near-perfect compromise - but its many qualities come at a price. We were able to put the model to the test, several weeks later than planned due to the coronavirus. Better late than never, we say…

Lamborghini’s bet seems to have paid off: the automaker has just announced it has now built 10,000 units of its new Urus SUV. While some second-guessed the Italian company’s decision a few years back to enter the SUV arena, in retrospect the move was not just necessary but smart.

FCA’s Ram Truck division has added a new version of its Heavy Duty lineup. The 2020 Ram Heavy Duty Limited Black model is decked in a unique, monochromatic appearance package and priced at an other-worldly $80,945.

The 2021 Mazda CX-30 gets few changes since it’s only on Year Two of its existence. But there are a few updates to the product offering, with some options now standard from the base model on. Here are details and pricing for Canada.

Nissan has confirmed that, at least initially, the next Z will not get any form of electrified powertrain. The automaker points out that it isn't closing the door on this possibility, but if it happens it won’t be right away.

Auto123 decides what 10 things you really want to know about the 2020 Cadillac XT6

Honda has announced it will no longer produce a manual gearbox-equipped Accord sedan as of 2021. With the Fit model disappearing form the lineup, that leaves only the Civic that can still be had with a stick shift.

The just-announced 2021 Chrysler Grand Caravan will in Canada play the same role as the Dodge Voyage south of the border: the more-affordable sibling of the Pacifica minivan. See if the price is right for you.

Three replicas of famous movie cars from the 1980s will be offered at auction on August 1st. The models up for grabs were seized as part of a U.S. government fraud investigation.

New York State has confirmed it’s investing $750 million to add 50,000 charging stations on its territory. The announcement, which is good news also for future EV-driving travelers coming from Canada, was made yesterday by State Governor Andrew Cuomo.

For the kids, or even as a stress-reliever as you eagerly await the delivery of your pre-ordered new Bronco, how’s about some downloadable colouring pages available on Ford’s webpage dedicated to activities for families? With kids on summer holiday, some pastime ideas for the lot of you...

The performance-minded 2020 Ford Edge ST remains unavoidably heavy, but it’s a spruced-up and fine-tuned heavy, allowing it to to deliver enhanced driving dynamics. There’s no denying that the SUV that delivers impressive, even nimble performance for such a big fella.

The name Grand Caravan will remain in Canada in 2021 despite the disappearance of the model we known it. Starting next year, we'll be referring to what will be in effect be the new base version of the Pacifica as the Chrysler Grand Caravan.

The 2020 Chevrolet Corvette that was damaged when it fell off a lift at a Florida dealer is now for sale. Interested in a hard-to-find but no longer impeccable C8? Copart has it!

The 2020 Mazda CX-9 is one of the few larger SUVs that take pains to deliver a positive driving experience. Mazda has always held drivers front and centre in its thoughts, and the CX-9 is a reflection of that philosophy. Here’s our review.

The name of the new company that will be born from the marriage of the FCA and PSA groups has been announced. The Stellantis name will become official when the merger is completed in the first quarter of next year.

Thailand has successfully fought off the coronavirus until now, and today the Bangkok Motor Show opened its doors. A public event likes this seems almost unreal given the situation elsewhere in the world, especially in the United States.

The FCA Group has announced a recall of 1,137 627 vehicles over an issue with driver’s side airbag covers. Of the models being recalled, 188,249 are in Canada.

Early this morning Nissan put on the world premiere of the all-new 2022 Nissan Ariya, an all-electric crossover that will deliver to motorists a range of 482 km. We were on hand virtually for the online premiere; here are our first impressions.

With the presentation of the Ford Bronco, attention turns to Jeep and what its response will be. For the first time in many moons, Jeep is going to see at least some sales siphoned off from the Wrangle by a direct rival. Enter stage left, the Rubicon 392 concept.

An enigmatic new star on the automotive firmament, the Polestar 1 finally arrives in Canada - in very small numbers, it should be said. We had the opportunity to drive this performance car equipped with a plug-in hybrid powertrain.

Hyundai adds a high-end version called Calligraphy to its Palisade model for the 2021 model-year. The automaker hasn’t failed to notice that buyers have been willing to opt for the current most heavily-loaded version of the model, the Ultimate. And so they’re offering even more.

The future 2022 Kia Sedona will make its debut this year in South Korea (under the name Carnival) and we've just been given a preview of its interior. With its huge digital screen that will serve as the instrument cluster and multimedia system, it shows Kia entering a whole era in terms of design.

Ford finally went ahead with the introductions of its of its much-anticipated and reimagined new 2021 Ford Bronco and 2021 Ford Bronco Sport SUVs. To say the least, the company seems to have spared no effort to make it a success.

Auto123 decides what 10 things you really want to know about the 2020 Kia Sorento, Kia’s “old” midsize SUV now into its third generation since its birth in 2002.

Road trip! A 1962 Volkswagen Microbus with the 23-window configuration sold for a total reaching six figures in a recent online sale. Bidding climbed to $122,000 USD, which is a lot but not that surprising for this particular version of the iconic microbus.

Jeep this weekend published a photo of a Wrangler or Gladiator hood, on which you can make out the numbers 392. These of course refer to the brand’s 392-cc Hemi V8 engine. Did we mention this comes on the eve of Ford premiering its new Ford Bronco? All’s fair in love and war…

Subaru Canada has announced pricing for its Crosstrek model for the 2021 model-year. The automaker also confirmed the new variants joining the lineup for next year.

A man in Oregon stole a Toyota Land Cruiser, and while being pursued by police managed to find and collide with… a stolen Buick Regal. This story of how to make life easier for police ended in two arrests and the solving of a 3-week-old stolen car case.

Aston Martin has just launched production of the first SUV in its history, the DBX. The struggling British automaker hopes that the highly anticipated new model will allow it to replenish its coffers.

Auto123 takes a loving look at Car and Driver’s picks for the G.O.A.T. (Greatest of All Time), ie the best cars the mag has encountered in its 65-year history. Join us for a romp through automotive history and enjoy the arguing over inclusions and omissions!

Pricing and trims details for Canada have been announced for the 2021 Genesis G80 mid-sized luxury sedan. The least we can say is that Genesis is keeping its product offering… simple. Starting price for the 2021 G80 is set at $66,000 CAD.

Hyundai has published some images of the newest member joining the Elantra family, the N Line. This variant will benefit from improvements to its mechanics and chassis to deliver more of a punch on the road.

Toyota presented its all-new 2021 Corolla Cross in Thailand today, and in so doing it may be giving a glimpse of the model destined to replace the C-HR in our market. This baby RAV4 is based on the same platform as that small oddity, but is more versatile in terms of configuration.

Chevrolet has confirmed it is pulling another car from its lineup. Production of the Sonic model will end this coming October, after sales of the model tanked in recent years.

The 2020 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is the compact crossover that doesn’t look like every other one out there right now. Is that alone enough of a selling point? We review the middle child in the Japanese automaker’s SUV lineup.

The NHTSA has opened an inquiry that potentially targets just over 614,000 older Chevrolet Cobalt and HHR models. The issue being looked at has to do with fuel leaks, and a recall would be the next step.

Audi this week unveiled the Q4 e-tron-Sportback concept. The model presented is close to production-ready and Audi should have it arriving on the market in the summer of 2021.

Even before the model is trotted out before the eyes of the world, the new 2021 Ford Bronco is featured on a wide range of merchandise available online. Fans will find the usual items but also some odd ones, including one that cracked us up but good.

Alfa Romeo has announced the updates it’s bringing to its models for… 2020. The biggest of these late-arriving changes concerns the multimedia system which promises to be much more engaging than the one it’s replacing.

Rumours are growing that a Raptor version of the North American Ford Ranger is in the works with the next-generation model. With models like the Chevy Colorado ZR2 (and ZR2 Bison) and Toyota Tacoma TRD out there, Ford couldn’t continue to ignore this sub-niche.

Aston Martin has just completed the first of 25 reproductions of its legendary DB5 model. The car, designed for the track, is a faithful replica of the DB5 seen in the 1964 Bond movie Goldfinger.

The 2020 Nissan LEAF Plus, despite the arrival of several models in a segment it largely dominated for a few years, remains an interesting choice. It has numerous qualities and spending time behind the wheel is no chore, especially because it's fun to drive.

The hybrid version of the 2020 Ford Escape is not without its qualities, but it's not perfect either. There are six things worth knowing about the new hybrid SUV before going ahead with a purchase.

On the Venue model it sells in India, Hyundai announces it will introduce a new kind of manual gearbox. The iMT (Intelligent Manual Transmission) will be equipped with a traditional gear selector, but not a clutch pedal.

A NASCAR car driven by Dale Earnhardt Jr. will be offered for auction by RM Sotheby's Group. No reserve price has been set for the auction of the modified Chevy Impala, which could mean a good deal awaits the eventual buyer.

The turbo version of the Mazda3 is scheduled to make its official debut a little later this week, but it's already shown itself in Mexico. As many had predicted, its powertrain is the same as that of the CX-5 SUV.

With the Confederate flag being removed from the public sphere in the United States, our thoughts to the Dukes Hazzard, and more specifically the General Lee car. Should the use of the flag on its roof be banned and the car’s owners be denied participation in public events?

The dedicated modifying of vehicles can and does lead to some insane creations. Case in point, this Trail Boss Z71 version of the Chevrolet Silverado, conceived par Hennessey Performance. Meet the Goliath 6X6.

We test out the 2021 Porsche 911 Turbo S, hot off the presses and a veritable thoroughbred, albeit one that’s been given good table manners. First up to bat will be the coupe and convertible versions of the Turbo S, which should debut in the spring of 2021. Here's our review.

Dodge has announced that production of the Grand Caravan and Journey models has been discontinued. In the first case, the story ends after more than 35 years, as the model made its debut for the 1984 model year.

Dodge announces a power orgy for its 2021 models. A Hellcat version is added to the Durango family, but even more unbridled variants join the Charger and Challenger models.

Lincoln announced it is cancelling production of the Continental sedan after 2020. The usual related suspects are to blame: Weak sales and the hegemony of SUVs. So while the suicide doors Continental introduced with a limited edition drew attention, it didn’t help sales overall.

The 2020 Acura TLX takes a last lap before the second generation of the model replaces it next year. For those not enamoured of the new design previewed with Acura’s Type S concept, your chance to get Generation 1 of this premium sedan with the diamond pentagon grille ends soon!

Volkswagen announced changes to the Tiguan SUV for next year. However, here in Canada we’ll have to wait until 2021 before seeing that new edition, which will be presented as a 2022 model.

Organizers of the Geneva Motor Show have announced it’s scrapping plans to hold the event in 2021. The ongoing pandemic itself is of course the main culprit, but financial problems caused by the cancellation of the 2020 event this past March played a big role in the organizers’ decision.