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BMW recalls some early iX3s for ‘shocking’ reason—literally
Driving 09 Jun 2026
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BMW recalls some early iX3s for 'shocking' reason—literally
Driving 09 Jun 2026
The problem is with the charging system, which could send voltage to the body panels when the car is plugged in, with the possibility of a shock if someone touches a panel ... The recall covers vehicles made between December 2025 and May 2026 ... ....
Lyneham's Newlyne precinct set to transform Inner North living over the next decade
Canberra Times 07 Jun 2026
What will life be like in Canberra's new precinct? ... .
Truck Review: 2026 Honda Ridgeline TrailSport
Driving 06 Jun 2026
For many people, a midsize truck is more than enough; and if so, the Honda Ridgeline might be just the right one. It trails its rivals for maximum towing and payload capacity, but it’s hard to beat it for stowing and accessing whatever you put in it.
Proposed U.S. bill targets Canadian drivers in Chinese cars
Driving 05 Jun 2026
A new act proposed by Michigan politicians could prevent Canadians and Mexicans from driving China-made vehicles into the U.S ... market, but this one targets drivers who are only visiting the country ... from Canada or Mexico ... auto industry ... Requires U.S ... ....
Motor oil prices rise, supply tightens with war in Iran
Driving 05 Jun 2026
The U.S. and Canada face synthetic oil supply and price issues due to the war in Iran About 44% of the necessary base oil imported into the U.S ... In a release, the ILMA said approximately 44% of all Group III demand in the U.S ... ....
Rolls-Royce Spectre Series II EV boasts more power, longer range
Driving 04 Jun 2026
Rolls-Royce has updated its all-electric Spectre , with the coupe now boasting more power and range, along with a new charging port and more personalization options ... Up until now, that was the most powerful vehicle Rolls-Royce had built ... ....
U.S. supplier strike may affect GM pickups, Canada-built Chryslers
Driving 04 Jun 2026
A strike at a major supplier to GM in the U.S ... A strike by workers at an axle supplier in Michigan could affect General Motors (GM) truck plants in the U.S., as well as a Stellantis factory in Windsor, Ontario ... It’s reported the U.S ... ....
Polestar 2 hatchback returns to Canada for 2026
Driving 03 Jun 2026
The Polestar 2 is returning to Canada for model year 2027, upgraded with a new core processor chip that improves its infotainment system. The compact hatchback starts at $69,900 and is now available for ordering ... ....
Lexus cancels next-gen LF-ZC electric car: report
Driving 02 Jun 2026
Lexus has reportedly cancelled its LF-ZC , which would have been its flagship electric vehicle (EV) and a major push forward into electrification ... That one’s obviously off the table as well, it seems ... ....
More Canadians now willing to consider an EV: J.D. Power
Driving 28 May 2026
The percentage of Canadians willing to consider an EV has risen, according to J.D ... But barriers still remain, including range limitations, cold-weather performance, and charging infrastructure that affect consumers’ interest in them ... Even so, J.D ... ....
Charges dropped against driver holding a phone in a hand she doesn’t have
Driving 28 May 2026
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Charges dropped against driver holding a phone in a hand she doesn't have
Driving 28 May 2026
A Florida driver was stopped by a police officer who claimed she was holding a phone in her right hand Problem is, the woman doesn’t actually have a right hand She pleaded not guilty, and the charges have been dropped due to “lack of evidence” ... ....
Honda may halt Ridgeline production 18 months before refresh
Driving 26 May 2026
Honda is reportedly going to bypass the 2027 version of its Ridgeline midsize pickup truck, stopping production at the end of this year and waiting until a refreshed version will be ready to go for 2028 ... None of these models are built in Canada ... ....
Chinese blogger apologizes, pays fine to BYD for defamation
Driving 25 May 2026
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