Trends: The electrification of the automobile

Story by John LeBlanc Over the past decade, the electrification of the automobile has been a trendy topic. And if you’re in the market for a new vehicle, you may have a few questions about these new electric vehicles — or EVs.

Top 10s: New cars for hipsters

By John LeBlanc If you were born sometime during the mid ‘80s and mid ‘90s, live in a city, come from a middle-class upbringing, jeer at Coldplay fans, and have a wardrobe that consists mainly of plaid shirts, skinny jeans, and fedoras, you very well may be considered a hipster. Automakers are struggling to connect with […]

2012 Toronto: Crystal balling next year’s show

I predict in my Toronto Star Wheels article what we might see at the 2013 Toronto auto show. Full article after the jump.

Autonews: Honda Civic rated least toxic car

A Honda that won’t make you gag; glass-half-full automakers; aging car fleets; a new Mini van; a fleet of new S-Classes; and a hint of Kia’s next compact—it’s all in my weekly Autonews column at Toronto Star Wheels, or after the jump.

Best 2011 Performance Car for <$50k

By John LeBlanc As the new 2012 models start to infiltrate new car showrooms, here are my top picks of remaining 2011 models that may still be lingering on dealer lots:

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