Autos
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July 1, 2020 at 10:58 AM Virtually all of the vehicles made in Canada right now are American or Japanese brands, but over the years, there have been various ones made or sold only in Canada -- such as Bricklin, Beaumont, and even the Ford GT. Find out more in my story at the National Post (Driving.ca). [Author: Jil McIntosh] Tags: Canada, Classic Cars, Ford, Autos, Canada Day, Jil McIntosh, Old cars, Antique Cars, Bricklin Beaumont101 people like this. Like
June 30, 2020 at 10:57 PM An on-board generator, a workbench tailgate, and a hybrid powertrain...these are just some of the items Ford's offering on the upcoming new F-150. Find out more about them in my story at Driving.ca. [Author: Jil McIntosh] Tags: Ford, Autos, Trucks, Jil McIntosh139 people like this. Like
June 29, 2020 at 10:57 PM It has three rows of seats and a fair number of features in the upper trim level, and while it's definitely not a direct competition to a minivan, the Ford Transit Connect Wagon might be an option for some. Find out more in my review at AutoTrader.ca. [Author: Jil McIntosh] Tags: Ford, Autos, Jil McIntosh, AutoTrader, Ford Transit Connect Wagon140 people like this. Like
June 29, 2020 at 10:57 PM People love owning new cars, but there aren't very many of us who like buying them. Many buyers are anxious or worried, and that makes everything worse. I've rounded up some of the top issues buyers have, and ways to deal with them, in my story at AutoTrader.ca. [Author: Jil McIntosh] Tags: Autos, New Cars, Dealerships, Jil McIntosh, AutoTrader122 people like this. Like
June 29, 2020 at 10:57 PM Minivans have fallen out of favor, and that's a shame because they are superior people-movers. Of those that are left, Toyota's Sienna has a lot to offer...find out more in my review at AutoTrader.ca. [Author: Jil McIntosh] Tags: Autos, Toyota, Sienna, Jil McIntosh, Minivans, AutoTrader145 people like this. Like
June 25, 2020 at 10:58 PM Normally I'd be standing in the crowd, looking at the truck in person as the wraps come off it, but because of COVID-19 it was all done digitally. Find out more about the new 2021 Ford F-150 with my story and video over at the National Post (Driving.ca). [Author: Jil McIntosh] Tags: Ford, Autos, Trucks, Jil McIntosh78 people like this. Like
June 23, 2020 at 10:59 PM It's hard to beat the Camry for pleasant performance and a comfortable interior, and the Hybrid ups that with even better fuel economy...but of course with a price premium for the technology. Find out more in my review at the National Post (Driving.ca). [Author: Jil McIntosh] Tags: Autos, Toyota, Hybrids, Jil McIntosh93 people like this. Like
June 6, 2020 at 11:00 AM A few companies hand them out, and automakers use them in their advertising -- but exactly how should they guide your buying decisions? Find out what they're for, and how to use them, in my story at the National Post (Driving.ca). [Author: Jil McIntosh] Tags: Awards, Testing, Used Cars, Autos, Dealerships, Jil McIntosh83 people like this. Like
June 4, 2020 at 11:07 PM A multi-media exhibit of Van Gogh's work was long-planned for Toronto, but then the COVID-19 shutdowns meant no one could walk through to see it. And that's when the organizers got the idea for people to drive in to see it -- with a few vehicle restrictions, so you can't go in a van to see Van Gogh. Find out more in my story at the National Post (Driving.ca). [Author: Jil McIntosh] Tags: Toronto, Autos, Van Gogh, Jil McIntosh104 people like this. Like
May 27, 2020 at 10:57 PM Electric vehicles offer automakers new ways to put a car together, and one of those is with a skateboard chassis. The driveline components are integrated into it, and the battery becomes part of the floor -- making it easier to assemble and to use in as many vehicles as possible. Find out more in my "How It Works" column at the National Post (Driving.ca). [Author: Jil McIntosh] Tags: Technology, Electric Vehicles, Autos, Jil McIntosh133 people like this. Like
May 14, 2020 at 10:59 PM It's undergone so few mechanical changes over the years that it's pretty much bulletproof, but that lack of new technology also means the Tundra is a pretty thirsty beast. Find out more in my review over at the National Post (Driving.ca). [Author: Jil McIntosh] Tags: Autos, Toyota, Trucks, National Post, Jil McIntosh91 people like this. Like
May 6, 2020 at 10:58 AM Automakers are always trying new things, and while many of them turn out to be hits, there are a few that make it to market but then don't make it in the market. How about retractable steering wheels, heartbeat sensors, or in-car record players? Find out more in my story at the National Post (Driving.ca). [Author: Jil McIntosh] Tags: Technology, Safety, Ford, Gm, Autos, Chrysler, Audi, Nissan, Just For Fun, Car Crashes, Jil McIntosh, Automotive Design, Automotive History, McLaughlin-Buick136 people like this. Like
April 23, 2020 at 11:00 PM You don't plug in the regular Prius hybrid, but you have that option with the Prius Prime, and when you do, you get about 40 kilometres of completely fuel-free driving. Find out more in my review over at AutoTRADER.ca. [Author: Jil McIntosh] Tags: Autos, Toyota, Hybrids, Jil McIntosh88 people like this. Like
April 22, 2020 at 10:59 PM The AWD-e means the all-wheel system is electric, and provides some extra traction on acceleration and in slippery conditions. Find out how it works -- including a video -- in my review over at Driving.ca. [Author: Jil McIntosh] Tags: Autos, Toyota, Hybrids, Jil McIntosh104 people like this. Like
April 19, 2020 at 11:00 AM I work with a very talented bunch of folks at Driving.ca, and we make a lot of videos. But sometimes those two do not go hand-in-hand ... so this time around, check out the blooper reel. [Author: Jil McIntosh] Tags: Autos, Just For Fun, Jil McIntosh106 people like this. Like
April 15, 2020 at 10:58 AM Toyota's compact Corolla can be configured for those who prefer a hatch to a trunk, and the Corolla Hatchback is a decent little driver with lots of features. There are a couple of downsides, but I like this little car...and you can find out more in my review at AutoTRADER.ca. [Author: Jil McIntosh] Tags: Autos, Toyota, Jil McIntosh, AutoTrader124 people like this. Like
April 3, 2020 at 10:58 AM For 2020, the Tacoma's choices slim down a bit: the four-cylinder is gone, and all models are 4x4 only. But it's still obvious why it's a popular little truck, and you can find out more in my review at AutoTRADER.ca. [Author: Jil McIntosh] Tags: Autos, Toyota, Trucks, Tacoma, Jil McIntosh, AutoTrader90 people like this. Like
March 26, 2020 at 10:59 PM Auto companies may be making medical supplies for the COVID-19 pandemic, but it won't be the first time they've produced something other than cars. During the two World Wars, they produced a variety of military supplies. Find out more in my "Rearivew Mirror" column at the National Post (Driving.ca). [Author: Jil McIntosh] Tags: Autos, Jil McIntosh, Automotive History, Rearivew Mirror145 people like this. Like
March 21, 2020 at 11:02 PM Volkswagen's Tiguan has always been a favorite of mine: it drives well, its seats are supportive, and it's a nice size. And that stays the same, as long as you don't opt for my tester's pricey and pointless third-row seat. Find out more in my review at AutoTRADER.ca. [Author: Jil McIntosh] Tags: Autos, Volkswagen, Jil McIntosh, AutoTrader142 people like this. Like
March 21, 2020 at 11:02 PM Small sport-utes are all the rage with buyers, and overall, Kia makes a pretty decent one. But there's one aspect where it lags behind most of its competitors -- and you can find out what that is in my review at the National Post (Driving.ca). [Author: Jil McIntosh] Tags: Autos, Kia, Kia Sportage, Jil McIntosh92 people like this. Like
March 18, 2020 at 10:59 PM I love this wagon for its fantastic good looks, its sweet driving feel, and the fact that it's practical without being an SUV. But then there's that screen in the centre of the dash, and it all falls apart. Find out what I mean in my review over at the National Post (Driving.ca). [Author: Jil McIntosh] Tags: Autos, Volvo, National Post, Jil McIntosh67 people like this. Like
March 18, 2020 at 10:59 PM It's big, it's powerful, and it's comfortable, but heaven help you if you want to work most of its functions, because you have to go through a ridiculously complicated screen. Find out more in my review at AutoTRADER.ca. [Author: Jil McIntosh] Tags: Autos, Land Rover, Jil McIntosh, AutoTrader66 people like this. Like
March 18, 2020 at 10:59 PM These are scary days, and the virus could be anywhere -- including in your vehicle. You need to clean the surfaces, but many products are harsh and can cause damage. Find out how to do it right in my story at the National Post (Driving.ca). [Author: Jil McIntosh] Tags: Autos, Jil McIntosh116 people like this. Like
March 18, 2020 at 10:59 PM You have to watch for payment scams, for vehicles that aren't as advertised, and even for your own personal safety if you're privately selling or buying a car. Find out more in my story at AutoTRADER.ca. [Author: Jil McIntosh] Tags: Used Cars, Autos, Jil McIntosh, AutoTrader128 people like this. Like
March 16, 2020 at 10:58 PM You used to have to go quarter- or one-ton to get a diesel, but now the three domestic automakers all put them in half-tons -- and I think Chevy's version is the smoothest of the three. But do the math before you choose, and for that, check out my story and video at the National Post (Driving.ca). [Author: Jil McIntosh] Tags: Autos, Chevy, Trucks, Chevrolet, Diesel, Jil McIntosh106 people like this. Like
March 11, 2020 at 10:59 PM The new Aviator is a fine little beast overall: it's powerful but smooth, and returns a comfortable ride. But there are some down sides, including optional and very fancy seats that are just a little too much at times. Find out more in my review at AutoTRADER.ca. [Author: Jil McIntosh] Tags: Autos, Lincoln, Jil McIntosh, AutoTrader55 people like this. Like
March 11, 2020 at 10:59 AM If you have to move a lot of stuff and people, this is the way to do it: the Sequoia is big and very comfortable. But it's also an older design, and there's a bit of a shock at the pumps. Find out more in my review at AutoTRADER.ca. [Author: Jil McIntosh] Tags: Autos, Toyota, SUVs, Jil McIntosh, AutoTrader101 people like this. Like
March 7, 2020 at 10:59 AM We're equal but different: When it comes to vehicles, women may have different needs than men, along with body shapes that can affect how comfortable or safe they are behind the wheel. If you're shopping for a vehicle, check out my story at the National Post (Driving.ca) on how to do it. [Author: Jil McIntosh] Tags: Testing, Autos, New Cars, Jil McIntosh, National Post Driving52 people like this. Like
March 5, 2020 at 11:00 AM Women were never as prominent as men in the auto industry, but there were still a lot of them working as inventors, engineers, and adventurers over the years. If you've never heard of women like Mimi Vandermolen, Helene Rother or Dorothee Pullinger, find out more in my story over at the National Post (Driving.ca). [Author: Jil McIntosh] Tags: Autos, National Post, Jil McIntosh, Auto Industry People, Automotive History, Mimi Vandermolen Helene Rother, Dorothee Pullinger128 people like this. Like
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