The Suzuki Grand Vitara, a name synonymous with compact SUVs, returns with a fresh outlook for 2024. The GLX trim, powered by a 1.5-litre hybrid powertrain, offers an enticing blend of efficiency, improved styling, and thoughtful technology...
Chevrolet originally launched its Trax extra-small crossover SUV for the 2015 model year. It was inexpensive, yes, but that was just about the only compelling aspect about it. However, the new 2024 Chevrolet Trax kicks off the model’s second...
Huawei has set up a separate smart car unit, in another stride forward in the Chinese tech giant’s plans to make a splash in the automotive world. The new firm is wholly owned by Huawei and will focus on the “manufacturing and sales of intelligent...
Porsche’s iconic 911 model line has a rich history of thrilling drivers, and the Carrera T variant stands out as a testament to its performance roots. With a focus on weight reduction and an engaging driving experience, the Porsche 911 Carrera T...
Kareem LaTouche Automotives Coordinator The 2024 Nissan Qashqai isn’t just a compact SUV. It’s a potent blend of heritage, innovation, and raw driving pleasure. Hands down, it’s the best vehicle in this category that I have driven in a long while...
General Motors’ net income rose 12% last year despite losing more than US$1 billion when many of its plants were shut down by a six-week autoworkers’ strike. The company also announced that it will bring back some plug-in gas-electric hybrids as...
Having undergone a complete redesign last year, the 2024 Chevrolet Colorado proves how transformative the midsize pickup truck market has become. In a segment where slow and steady changes used to be the norm, this generation of Colorado boasts...
Stewart’s Automotive Group recently unveiled the all-new Grand Vitara and the much-awaited Fronx at the Devon House East Lawn. The Grand Vitara exudes power and sophistication, promising a welcoming driving experience. Meanwhile, the Fronx...
MINIacs across the island recently embarked on an epic adventure with the launch of the all-new MINI Countryman. Over 55 MINIs hit the road in a vibrant convoy bound for the lush Cranbrook Flower Forest in St Ann. It wasn’t just about the...
The new 2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV is one of the most intriguing electric vehicle debuts this year. It is about the same size as Chevy’s midsize gas-powered Blazer SUV but otherwise has nothing mechanical in common. With roomy seating and lots of the...
Pricing for the average new car continues to rise, with the latest reports pegging the average new-vehicle transaction price around US$48,000. High interest rates are a further impediment for shoppers on a tight budget. While buying used is always...
Electric vehicles have proved far less reliable, on average, than gasolene-powered cars, trucks, and SUVs, according to the latest survey by Consumer Reports, which found that EVs from the 2021 through 2023 model years encountered nearly 80% more...
The Kia EV9 large electric SUV won the 2024 North American Utility of the Year award, while the Toyota Prius hybrid took the top car honours, and Ford’s Super Duty pickup won the truck award. The honours, announced at a meeting of the Automotive...
Kareem LaTouche Automotives Coordinator The 2023 Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron marks a significant chapter in Audi's relentless pursuit of innovation. Born from the legacy of the original Q8, this sportback variant introduces a new era of electrified...
I remember the first time I saw the Nissan X-Trail at the dawn of the millennium. It was bold and boxy, emitting a sense of ruggedness. Well the innovation continues for 2024 as the maverick SUV receives a significant update, introducing the e-...
Build Your Dreams (BYD), a Chinese company founded in 1995, is intent on expanding its imprint by having dealerships in several countries. They are also not naive about how the auto industry works, and as such, are packing as much ‘bang for the...
Electric vehicles, or EVs for short, have gained popularity among drivers worldwide, especially those seeking smoother driving experiences and wanting a cost-effective and eco-friendly form of transportation. Electric vehicles are powered...
Honda has upgraded its HR-V and given it a whole new makeover, and Martina Dawkins is thankful for this upgrade. She knew that she would be the winner of the 2023 Honda HR-V in the Busta Hot Wheels promotion. She bought several cases of product and...
Wendy Young* is still fearful every time she is required to take a route taxi in Kingston, seven years after she was seriously injured in a road crash. In 2016, the St. Elizabeth native took a cab along Molynes Road while heading to work when the...
