Blog – Page 17 – Canadian Car of the Year

Jil McIntosh | AutoTrader.ca: 2023 Honda Accord

Jil McIntosh had this to say about the 2023 Honda Accord at AutoTrader.ca: “The 2023 Honda Accord hybrid is a very pleasant vehicle to drive. I find it preferable to the gas-only version by virtue of that switch from gas to battery, which is very smooth and generally seamless, and that when you need passing power, the combined 247 lb-ft of torque is more than the 192 lb-ft from the gas model. The steering is responsive, and light enough that it’s easy to get it around tight parking lots. It takes curves very well, and while some regenerative braking systems …

Evan Williams | Wheels.ca: 2024 Toyota Prius Prime

“Prius Prime sips fuel, has excellent ergonomics and build quality. It’s even good to look at. The biggest problem for anyone looking to buy one is probably going to be finding one. Toyota has spent the last two years unable to meet demand for its vehicles even as plants are running all-out to try and keep up. The 2023 Toyota Prius Prime is going to be the next hot ticket, and that could mean long lines. If you’re already a Toyota customer, though, you probably won’t mind the wait. Your current kitchen is working perfectly, you’re just ready for one …

Automobile Journalists Association of Canada names Best New Automotive Innovations for 2023

TORONTO, Feb. 21, 2023 /CNW/ – The Automobile Journalists Association of Canada (AJAC) has once again awarded a trio of technologies with its Automotive Innovation Awards for 2023. Nominations for the innovation awards were made by AJAC members and finalists were selected in each of the three categories. Each automaker selected as a finalist presented its technology virtually to a panel of 11 judges, comprised of some of the most knowledgeable and respected journalists across Canada who regularly cover automotive technology. “AJAC’s Innovation Awards represent some of the most important advancements in automotive technology,” said Evan Williams, AJAC Vice-President. “Our jurors examine and evaluate the nominated technologies …

L’ASSOCIATION DES JOURNALISTES AUTOMOBILES DU CANADA ANNONCE LA VOITURE CANADIENNE DE L’ANNÉE 2023 ET LE VÉHICULE UTILITAIRE CANADIEN DE L’ANNÉE 2023

Les gagnants seront annoncés lors de la cérémonie d’ouverture du Salon international canadien de l’automobile à Toronto et en direct sur REVTV. TORONTO, le 16 févr. 2023 /CNW/ – Aujourd’hui, la BMW i4 a été annoncée comme la voiture canadienne de l’année 2023 et la (Hyundai Ioniq 5 comme le véhicule utilitaire canadien de l’année 2023, tel que sélectionné par l’Association des journalistes automobiles du Canada (AJAC). Nos journalistes ont fait l’éloge de la BMW i4 pour sa direction et sa valeur globale et Hyundai IONIQ 5 pour le style et le rapport qualité-prix. Les deux véhicules ont reçu les plus hautes distinctions automobiles du Canada lors des cérémonies d’ouverture du Salon international canadien …

2023 CANADIAN CAR OF THE YEAR AND 2023 CANADIAN UTILITY VEHICLE OF THE YEAR ANNOUNCED BY AUTOMOBILE JOURNALISTS ASSOCIATION OF CANADA

Winners announced at opening ceremony for Canadian International AutoShow in Toronto and Live on REVTV TORONTO, Feb. 16, 2023 /CNW/ – Today, the BMW i4 was announced as the 2023 Canadian Car of the Year and the Hyundai IONIQ 5 as the 2023 Canadian Utility Vehicle of the Year, as selected by the Automobile Journalists Association of Canada (AJAC). Our journalists praised the BMW i4 for its steering and overall value and the Hyundai IONIQ 5 for it’s styling and value. The two vehicles were awarded with Canada’s highest automotive accolades at the opening ceremonies of the Canadian International AutoShow in Toronto. This followed months of testing and evaluation on roads and conditions …

2023 Best Technical Innovation – Range Rover Sport Adaptive Off-Road Cruise Control

AJAC’s Best Technical Innovation award for 2023 goes to Range Rover for its Adaptive Off-Road Cruise Control, which is standard on the 2023 Range Rover Sport. This new technology helps drivers to navigate tricky terrain by maintaining steady progress according to the ground conditions. When one of four comfort settings is selected using a steering-wheel switch, the system will intelligently adjust the vehicle speed, allowing the driver to focus on steering. Sensors monitor every aspect of the vehicle and its movement to understand the terrain, whether it’s on a gradient, ice, uneven rocks or in deep snow. The system then …

2023 Best Green Innovation – Toyota 5th-Generation Hybrid Powertrain

With the brand’s latest hybrid powertrain, as found in the 2023 Toyota Prius, Toyota has been awarded Best Green Innovation for the second year in a row. Toyota has been at the forefront of hybrid systems since the introduction of the first Prius in 1997. The 2023 model includes a larger, 2-litre engine, a new lithium-ion battery, a new front power control unit, weight reductions and other changes to boost power and fuel efficiency and make the vehicle more enjoyable to drive. Even as full-EVs rise in popularity, hybrids remain an important, practical and affordable means of reducing vehicle emissions. …

2023 Best Safety Innovation: Subaru – EyeSight V4 Mono Camera

Subaru captures the award for Best Safety Innovation for is latest EyeSight updates. With the new camera-based system, Subaru is increasing safety for those outside the vehicle as well as the occupants within. The wide-angle mono camera enhances the capabilities of Subaru’s existing EyeSight v4 driver-assistance technologies. In particular, the new camera extends the operating area of the Pre-Collision Braking system by widening the field of view. When entering intersections at low speed, the camera quickly spots bicycles crossing ahead and helps the car to avoid pedestrians when turning left or right. Accidents occur frequently at intersections and the new …