Things change, but oh so slowly: A new study conducted by Deloitte Canada reveals almost half of women in the automotive industry would choose another field if starting over, mainly because of persistent doubts about advancement opportunities and concerns regarding diversity, equity and inclusion.

According to Japanese automotive magazine Best Car, the next Mazda CX-5 will become a full-fledged luxury model. This would entail a radical transformation of its architecture and a shift to rear-wheel drive.

Hyundai and Kia are staring at having to pony up $210 million in fines as a result of an NHTSA investigation into recalls that were not conducted properly, although some of those fines may be waived if Hyundai takes action to correct certain situations.

The 2021 Toyota Sienna is freshly remodeled and now available in a hybrid version. Here’s our first test drive of a minivan that now will cost owners significantly less at the pump than previously – enough, perhaps, to make the hefty price of entry worth it.

A survey carried out by Belairdirect reveals that Canadian drivers don’t feel that ready to take on the challenges of winter driving. It also appears that too many Canadian motorists are delinquent in supplying their vehicle with winter-specific emergency gear and supplies.

The 2020 Toyota 86 is a fun little former Scion whose faults don’t quite manage to negate its charms. We give the current model a last good test before the next generation comes along, likely in 2021.

The range of the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 has been confirmed at 402 km, or exactly what was anticipated. The all-electric crossover should make its commercial debut after the turn of the calendar year.

The phenomenal growth in online sales, combined with the approaching Christmas season, have translated into a worsening shortage of delivery vans, say FedEx and others.

As part of its effort to promote winter road travel, Yokohama Tire (Canada) Inc. has produced three short videos designed to encourage Canadians to explore, get back to normal and stay safe. Check them out.

Consumer Reports’ annual reliability study shows that, for consumers in 2021, the Chevrolet Silverado, Subaru Ascent and Volkswagen Atlas represent the biggest roll of the dice. We take a look at the 10 least reliable models as determined by the magazine, based on a large-scale survey and its own testing.

Nissan is making important changes to its Sentra model for the year 2021. Among these, the addition of heated seats and the Apple CarPlay and Android Auto applications to the basic version.

As part of our long-term review of the 2020 Infiniti Q50, Auto123 turns art critic and looks at the model’s looks, seduction skills and the cache it enjoys with consumers.

Your vehicle might soon be recalled in connection to a defective fuel pump made by the Denso company. These are found in certain Toyota vehicles, but also in Honda, Subaru, Ford and Mitsubishi models.

The 2020 Cadillac CT4-V makes it clear from the get-go: the luxury automaker has taken a big step forward with this new sedan. The question is whether it will be enough, or even whether it’s just too late for the brand.

Tesla is recalling approximately 9,500 vehicles in two separate campaigns. The largest campaign is for the 2016 Model X, the headliner of which could detach to a failure in the assembly process.

Ford has ordered 12 freezers that will hold Covid-19 vaccines for its workers. The company took pains to explain that the administration of the vaccine will be on a strictly voluntary basis.

BMW and Toyota are recalling their Z4 and Supra sports cars due to a risk of fire breaking out. The fire hazard is not related to a malfunction of the vehicle, but rather to faulty welding of the fuel tank, which could result in a leak.

Ford has announced official range figures for each variant of the new Mustang Mach-E all-electric model. These are higher than anticipated, with the RWD, prolonged-range variant getting a maximum range of 483 km.

Curious about the most reliable models in 2020? Toyota’s Prius Tops Consumer Reports reliability ranking for 2020, ahead of the Lexus NX and Buick Encore.

Fiat-Chrysler Automobiles says it is recalling nearly 35,000 2014-2019 diesel-engine versions of the Jeep Grand Cherokee model due to a problem with the exhaust gas recirculation cooler (EGR).

The Ford F-150 lineup is welcoming a hybrid version for the 2021 model-year (though not plug-in, mind), while we continue to await the all-electric truck currently still hovering on the horizon. Here are the result of our first test drive of the luxurious Limited variant of the 2021 F-150 Hybrid.

GM is having to recall about seven million vehicles worldwide – 544,000 of them in Canada – to address a problem related to the infamous Takata airbags. These have already resulted in the recalls of 100 million airbags around the world since the problem came to light.

Volkswagen will end production of its Passat sedan in North America within two to three years. The Passat sedan, which set out ambitiously to conquer the U.S. market when it launched back in 2012, will come to an end after a 10-year career.

Those willing to give the 2021 Genesis G80 a serious look will realize that it's not just a competent rival to German or Japanese luxury models, but that it offers far superior value given that everything’s included in it coming out of the gate. No running up the score on options.

The 1969 Mercury Cougar XR7 used in the Bond movie On Her Majesty's Secret Service is heading for the auction block. The car is one of the more iconic to have appeared in the series of James Bond movies – though not at the level of the Aston Martin DB5, of course.

At a GM marketing presentation last week, the company seems to have given a peek preview of the GMC Hummer SUV version. Unsurprisingly, the Hummer utility model is set to inherit the same styling language as the pickup.

Canadian authorities are asking motorists not to let moose lick their vehicles, after a video went viral. Seems the big fellas are attracted by road salt caked on to vehicles, which is apparently an irresistible treat for them. Auto123 has the details, eh.

The Mercedes-Benz E-Class has been deemed Car of the Year for 2021 by the folks at MotorTrend, beating out five finalists including stablemate the CLA. Basically, the panel found that the model, which got a mid-cycle revamp for 2021, does everything really, really well – in all its configurations.

During a marketing presentation posted online by GM, the future electric version of the Chevrolet Silverado appears to have made a sneak early appearance. The Silverado EV is scheduled to hit the market in 2023 as a 2024 model.

Mazda ranked first in Consumer Reports' most recent annual reliability survey. The Hiroshima-based firm ended the six-year reign of Toyota and Lexus.

The 2021 Mazda3 Turbo offers a refined ride but bares its teeth nicely when it’s time to accelerate. Here’s our review of a non-luxury sedan that looks to take on Audi and Acura equivalents rather than those from Volkswagen or Hyundai. And no, this is not a Mazdaspeed 2.0, according to Mazda.

Organizers of the Montreal Auto Show have been forced to cancel the virtual edition they had planned for January 2021. Clearly, the coronavirus is still largely calling the shots throughout the industry this winter.

Another ID. electric concept gets the green light. Volkswagen has confirmed it will go ahead with development of a production version of the ID. Space Vizzion wagon shown in Los Angeles last year. Dare we dream of a new all-electric wagon coming to North America?

Subaru decided to provide an explanation to those questioning why the new BRZ won’t have a turbo engine. The short answer, as was the case with the first-generation BRZ, has to do with balance. The company was focused maintaining close-to-perfect weight balance, particularly with the lowest possible center of gravity.

Kia Canada has announced pricing and details for the 2021 Kia Sorento. The revamped fourth-generation SUV starts at $35,960 and will be in dealerships as of December.

While it’s clear that Mercedes-Benz's lineup will shrink over the next few seasons, the currently lineup simply holding too many models, the future of the GLA seems assured. Here’s what we took away from our test drive of the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 4MATIC.

Hyundai has identified the problem that was causing a bad odour in some Palisade SUVs, pointing the finger at the Nappa leather covering of the headrests. The company says it has changed its supplier of the headrests.

The 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer, the GM brand's new subcompact+ SUV, delivers surprisingly healthy performance despite its small engine. While it has its limits and a few flaws, it's really well-suited to city life. Here’s our review of the Activ variant.

The Mini Urbanaut is a concept that envision what future self-driving vehicles might be like on the inside. In an ideal future world, the boxy vehicle would compete head on with Volkswagen’s reborn all-electric microbus for the Burning-Man demographic. Here’s hoping.

Subaru has finally presented the much-anticipated 2022 Subaru BRZ. As promised, the second-generation BRZ will offer more power, though it does not receive the mechanics many had anticipated it would. Here are all the details and images.

Last night Honda showed the world what its 2022 Civic will look like. The prototype version reveals a harmonious design and a sleeker interior, but those who were hoping for details regarding the powertrains and technologies the next-gen Civic will integrate will have to wait for the spring to find out.

Infiniti has finally unveiled the new SUV it's been working on behind the scenes for the past few months. The 2022 Infiniti QX55 is inspired by the legendary FX, and while it’s moved forward from that model it hasn’t reinvented the wheel either.

Auto 123 recently test-drove the Lexus LC 500 2021, a spectacularly styled coupe that offers a unique comfort-oriented live-in experience. Indeed, while it benefits form plenty of power and manifests interesting road capabilities, the LC is best appreciated when driven smoothly.

Toyota has recently filed a patent application for a mobile tanker that can refuel a vehicle’s tank or recharge its battery pack. This stand-alone service station is still a long way from being a reality, but obviously Toyota has given the concept a lot of thought.

Jeep has finally confirmed what we already knew, that its Wrangler will be able to accommodate a V8 engine for the 2021 model-year. The unit in question is the brand's celebrated 392 engine, a 6.4L monster that delivers 470 hp and as many lb-ft of torque.

As of 2035, it will no longer be possible to purchase a new vehicle equipped only with a gasoline engine in Quebec. Starting then, all motor vehicles sold to the public will have to be electrified in one way or another.

The big boss of General Motors, Mark Reuss, confessed to be very worried about the current jump in Covid-19 cases. While he praised the efforts made to date to keep production going, he also sent out a timely reminder that no one should be letting their guard down in the production chain.

Chevrolet announced it is recalling over 68,000 Chevrolet Bolt EVs globally due to a fire hazard traced to the battery pack. The affected models belong to the 2017-to-2019 model years.

The 2021 Hyundai Sonata N Line shows verve that you won’t find in spades in the base sedan. We may well see an even more muscular version in the future, in the form of a true N variant, but for now this is still a refreshing upgrade.

With its bold, high-end styling, wide selection of trims and several upcoming models, the 2021 Hyundai Elantra is primed to make a move in the category. Here’s our first-drive review of the overhauled and much-improved 7th generation of the model.

The American NHTSA is currently investigating reported issues with rear suspensions in older Cadillac SRX SUV models. The SRX could have a rear suspension part fail, which could result in a loss of control of the vehicle.

Admittedly, the 2020 Porsche Cayenne Coupe, a sloping roofline version of the Cayenne SUV, is more successful than other luxury utility models that have tried to change their hairdo to make themselves more attractive. Performance is there as well. Here are 10 things to know about this model.

Ford yesterday unveiled its first all-electric van, the E-Transit. Expected late next year, the commercial van will have a range of about 200 km.

We now know the fuel-consumption figures for the 2021 Ford F-150’s EcoBoost hybrid version. The EPA expects around 9.8L/100 km from the pickup, when converted to “Canadian” from 24 mpg.

As part of our long-term review of the 2020 Infiniti QX50, Auto123 delves into the darker corners of the model’s toolbox of technological features, which help keep drivers on the straight and narrow and avoid unwanted contact with people, places and things.

Honda will unveil its new 11th-generation 2022 Civic on November 17th. In the meantime, the automaker has shared with us a video and image of what will be shown in full next week.

Hyundai on Wednesday shared its plan to electrify its North American lineup by 2022. The announcement confirms the arrival of some new variants, and reveals the company’s plan to have 10 electrified models on itsroster by the end of 2022.

Ford is planning another electric vehicle, which will be based on the platform of the Mach-E SUV. There’s no word yet on what kind of vehicle it will be, but the news is further proof of the company's commitment to electrification.

The 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan leaves the scene this year head held high after an extraordinary run of nearly four decades. It’s aging and it’s not exactly trendy, but the Grand Caravan is still unbeatably versatile, not least because of those wonderful Stow n Go seats. Here’s our last review of an iconic people-mover.

Hyundai Canada announces pricing for 2021 Hyundai Sonata N Line, and it couldn’t be simpler: the single trim offered for the very first Sonata N Line will be available to consumers in the Great White North for $37,999. The model goes on sale this December.

Production of the Ford Bronco will begin on March 22nd, we now know. Consumers can already configure the model on Ford’s website, and over the next few weeks, brand dealers will be able to officially reserve production quantities with the manufacturer.

The new 2022 BMW iX is the all-electric SUV that tells the next chapter in the story of the iNext prototype we were shown previously. Here are all the details that we now know.

Ram has announced a 75th anniversary edition of its 2021 2500 Power Wagon pickup truck. Among the several distinct visual features, the front grille stands out as it pays beautiful tribute to the post-WWII first version of the Power Wagon model.

A seemingly complicated new intersection is about to open in Prince Edward Island. How complicated? The province has released 11 explanatory videos to help explain the new configuration to motorists in the province.

The 2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 4MATIC+ is a performance marvel that grows on you with use. On the other hand, you’ll need to accept that some its potential will be left on the table due to the restriction imposed by our speed limits. Here’s our review.

Years after the concept first appeared, Hyundai's Santa Cruz pickup will make its debut next year as model 2022. The new truck model will compete directly with the Honda Ridgeline, which currently occupies an enviable spot on the market – that is, in a segment all by itself.

Chevrolet has released an image and video teasing a glimpse of the Bolt EUV’s interior. The coming all-electric SUV is expected by the summer of 2021.

Before we get to the Ghostbusters: Afterlife movie set to release next year, there’s the matter of this Christmas to navigate through. Lego is giving folks the chance to get the Cadillac lover in their life the Ecto-1. Meet the most detailed Lego hearse ever produced.

Hyundai has unveiled its redesigned next-generation 2022 Tucson SUV. The model benefits from all the expected updates, of course, but more importantly it gets bigger, which will allow it to compete on equal terms with the top names in the compact SUV category.

Among several announcement made by Hyundai today, one revealed the company’s plan to expand its lineup to include seven N or N Line model variants by 2022.

The Stellantis company being created from the merger of Fiat-Chrysler and the PSA Group has unveiled its official logo. The final legal steps creating the new multinational automotive giant are expected to be completed by the end of the first quarter of 2021.

With the 2021 Genesis GV80, the manufacturer's big challenge will be to convince luxury SUV buyers to forsake an established status brand for something more rational. Here’s the result of our test drive of the first utility model to join the Korean luxury brand’s lineup.

Subaru Canada announces pricing for its 2021 Legacy and Outback models. The company also announced minor changes to one of the Outback versions.

One of the strongest trends in the automotive industry in 2020 (and 2021 because the new year is already looming) is the popularity of models with a robust appearance. The fashion is for "off-road" rides and 4x4s, and it shows no sign of falling out of style.

GM is recalling 194,000 vehicles, including 22,911 in Canada, due to a possible transmission fluid leak. Models from all four of the automaker’s brands are affected.

As part of a new deal with the Unifor union and to meet strong demand for its pickups, GM will move part of their production to Canada. Some variants of the full-size Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra will be assembled at the automaker’s plant in Oshawa, Ontario.

A video announcing the European Nissan Navara's upgrades for the coming year shows a glimpse of what is almost surely our market’s next-gen 2021 Frontier truck. That model is set to be presented by Nissan here in the next few months.

We now know the pricing and trim details for Canada for the 2021 Nissan Versa 2021. The remodeled sub-compact sedan gets a starting price of $16,498, which gets buyers the base model with manual transmission.

Subaru will be rolling out the next-generation 2022 Subaru BRZ on November 18, the company has confirmed. We expect the model to feature a more-powerful engine but that it will retain its distinctive styling.

Ford has announced it is recalling around 375,000 2013-2017 Explorer SUVs in North America. A manufacturing defect could make the vehicles difficult to control, creating an obvious risk of an accident and potential injuries.

The 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime takes the many qualities of the popular compact SUV and adds a welcome helping of fantastic fuel economy. Here’s our review.

An electrical conversion kit for old Mini Cooper cars will be available soon. In Canadian dollars, it would cost more than $52,000 to get it, which is sure to make some pause…

Audi is working on a recognition system that will detect school zones and buses. This system would allow vehicles to receive information from school zones and buses in order to alert drivers and encourage them to exercise extreme caution within these areas.

Volkswagen has presented its next-generation 2022 Golf R. As expected, the model will offer more power and the good news is that it retains its manual gearbox. Recall that there will be no regular Golf with this new generation in our market.

Land Rover will add at least one more model to the fledgling Defender range of models by 2022. Speculation has it that another, smaller Defender is currently in the works.

The 2020 Aston Martin Vantage is a credible alternative to the Porsche 911, thanks in part to its clean lines and great elegance, but also because it offers a stronger sense of exclusivity. Be the only one in your neighborhood to own one…

Subaru Canada has announced pricing for the 2021 Impreza. Consumers will be pleased to know that the base model is still available at a sub-$20,000 CAD starting price, and remains the cheapest AWD model on the market.

BMW will unveil its iNext electric SUV on November 11th. We won't have the production version in front of us yet, but we should get close to it, as it is scheduled to debut next year.

Ford wants to offer electric vehicles that are affordable and accessible to the masses. As it did over a century ago with the Model T, the automaker wants to reach a maximum number of consumers by keeping prices down.

A statement by Jerry Dias, president of the Canadian Auto Workers Union, suggests a new engine is in the works at Ford. The unit in question would be close to 7 litres and could be used in certain versions of the Mustang and F-150 models.

Volkswagen has teased the next Golf R with a first image showing the rear end of the model. The next-generation VW Golf R will be fully revealed this Wednesday, November 4.

Auto123 tested the new, craziest version of Ram's pickup truck. The TRX is powered by a 702-hp V8 and is equipped with everything you need for uncompromising off-road driving. The flipside is, it will cost you at the pump. A lot.