Canadian Car of the Year
After the launch of the Air sedan as its first vehicle ever, Lucid has followed up with the Gravity, an SUV that can carry up to seven people. It offers 828 horsepower along with over 720 KMs of range, allowing you to thrill your family and friends while you take them a long way. A spacious interior is also key here, allowing Lucid to claim the interior space of a full-size SUV, with the footprint of a midsize.
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The Porsche 911 Carrera enters the 2026 model year with a number of important changes, including the addition of the new T-Hybrid powertrain for the range-topping Turbo S model. The T-Hybrid is also standard with the GTS model. 2026 911 brings some interior updates and revised materials and infotainment changes, while some tuning adjustments have also arrived for the twin-turbo flat-six engine. Rear-wheel drive remains standard on the base 911, though all-wheel drive is available on higher trim models. The 911 continues to be the benchmark among many competing models in the sports car segment. Juror Peter Bleakney had this …
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The semi-finalists for 2026 Canadian Electric Car of the Year are:
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For 2026, the Honda Passport gets a full, significant facelift, bringing new rugged styling and an updated interior to the table. Power continues to come from a naturally-aspirated V6 engine paired with an automatic transmission, while all-wheel drive continues to be the standard drivetrain. For Canada, all Passports are offered in Trailsport trim for 2026, offering upgraded off-road capability, features and styling. Juror Dan Heyman had this to say in his Honda Passport review published in VicariousMag: “Is it going to go blow-for-blow with the body-on-frame 4Runner? Not quite, but with the styling provided, the beefy chassis and powertrain design …
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The semi-finalists for 2025 Canadian Utility Vehicle of the Year are:
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The 2026 Subaru Forester continues after its full redesign last year, emphasizing practicality, visibility, and of course, standard symmetrical all-wheel drive. Updates for 2026 include infotainment refinements and additional active safety features. Power comes from a naturally aspirated four-cylinder engine or you can opt for the new Forester e-boxer Hybrid model, pairing that same engine with a battery and electric motor. The Forester continues to provide high value and customer-focused features for 2026. Juror David Chao had this to say in his Subaru Forester review published in AutomotivePress.com: “You want something with a bit of character, but want an open, …
Subaru Forester – 2026 Semi-Finalist Read MoreTORONTO, December 1, 2025 – The semi-finalists for this year’s Canadian Car of the Year Awards (CCOTY), presented by the Automobile Journalists Association of Canada (AJAC), have been revealed. The list represents 20 of the best vehicles on sale in Canada competing across four Awards categories: Voting is underway by the jury, which comprises 50 expert AJAC journalists from across Canada. In a two-stage process, journalists first name their top five vehicles in each category. The jury then completes detailed ballots for the semi-finalists in each category. Stage one of the voting is now complete and after collation of the …
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The 2026 BMW i4 continues BMW’s push into the electric sport sedan space with a host of updates. For 2026, the i4 arrives with more range, enhanced charging management and refreshed trim options. Multiple power outputs are available, ranging from the balanced eDrive40 to the high-performance M60 variant. The BMW i4 appeals to Canadian buyers who want an electric vehicle without sacrificing performance or luxury. Juror Andrew McCredie had this to say in his BMW i4 review published in Driving.ca: “Cosmetic and on-board tech aside, there’s no doubt, even just after a few days behind the wheel, that the i4 …
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The semi-finalists for 2026 Canadian Electric Utility Vehicle of the Year are:
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Hyundai’s electric sedan returns for 2026 with new looks and the addition of a high performance N model, which arrives packing over 600 horsepower, virtual gear changes, simulated exhaust sounds and even a temporary power boost known as N Grin Boost. Upgraded infotainment, simplified climate controls and a swap to a standard NACS charging port also arrived for the Ioniq 6 lineup. Juror Brian Harper had this to say in his Hyundai Ioniq 6 N review published in Driving.ca: “Those who think a performance car needs a big ol’ gas engine to rock the road need to broaden their outlook …
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