Why some Canadians are losing patience with plug-in hybrids
Plug-in hybrid registrations in Canada fell in 2025, while conventional hybrids grew, a notable change in segment totals. The video explains how plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) perform in Canadian winters and why electric-only range often shrinks. It outlines factors affecting PHEV range, home charging access, and public charging speeds. Cold temperatures, cabin heating, battery behavior, winter tires, and road conditions can reduce electric range and prompt engine starts. Engines may also activate in EV mode for heating, defrosting, system protection, or added power. Regular charging is central to savings, yet renters and apartment or condo residents may face limited access. Many models rely on slower charging and may not use fast chargers, affecting public convenience compared with gasoline refueling or fully electric vehicles.
2026-08-05T13:46:06Z
How global rallycross supercars hit 60 mph in 1.9 seconds
Regulations limit them to 2 liter engines and 45 millimeter turbocharger restrictor plates, which ultimately are the two factors limiting power. The engines produce about 600 horsepower, and over 650 lb-ft of torque, rocketing these machines from 0-60 in as fast as 1.9 seconds. 1.9 seconds! If we do the math, 60 mph is equivalent to 88 ft per second. 88/1.9 = 46.3 ft/sec squared, or if we divided by 32.2, it means the cars accelerate at over 1.4 longitudinal g’s!! That’s faster than any production vehicle, regardless of how much it costs. So how do they achieve such mind blowing acceleration? First and foremost, you’ll need all wheel drive and an absurd power to weight ratio. With a minimum weight of 2921 pounds including the driver and all fluids, the vehicles are carrying less than 5 pounds of weight for every horsepower the engine produces. All wheel drive is obviously critical for maximizing acceleration, but it’s also important that the engine torque finds its way to the wheels with the most traction. To do this, plate and ramp style mechanical limited slip differentials are used front and back. A shallow ramp angle in an LSD will lock up more easily under throttle. With the differential locked up, torque goes wherever it finds grip. A steep ramp angle will provide little lock-up, or if it’s as steep as 90 degrees, no lockup.
2026-04-08T16:32:17Z
10 worst European-made cars & 10 best
European automakers have produced some of the most respected, influential, and enjoyable vehicles ever sold, but the continent’s factories have also released models weakened by poor construction, questionable engineering, or badly judged designs. Since “best” and “worst” will always involve some personal preference, this list considers reliability, safety, performance, innovation, practicality, historical significance, and overall execution. The weaker cars fell well below reasonable expectations, while the strongest models changed their categories or delivered an unusually complete driving experience. Here are the 10 worst European-made cars and the 10 best.
2026-08-04T15:05:03Z
I hammered the Nissan Armada Pro-4X off-road - then drove it nearly 1,000 miles
I Hammered the Nissan ArmaA nearly 1,000-mile drive from Los Angeles to Boulder, Colorado puts the latest Armada Pro-4X through a serious long-distance test, after it had already been hammered through desert sand, dunes and rocky off-road terrain. Its air suspension can provide up to 11.7 inches of ground clearance, backed by a 33-degree approach angle, 24.5-degree departure angle, real skid plates, recovery hooks and a locking rear differential. Under the hood is a 3.5-liter twin-turbo V6 producing 425 horsepower and 516 lb-ft of torque, paired with a 9-speed automatic, but the nearly 6,000-pound SUV averaged only around 17 MPG during the cross-country drive. Inside, it combines dual 14.3-inch screens with a 600-watt, 12-speaker Klipsch audio system, making the Armada impressively equipped even though several frustrating details keep it from being perfecta Pro-4X Off-Road - Then Drove It Nearly 1,000 Miles
2026-08-10T15:16:24Z
An imported Lamborghini replica finally reaches the UK
A replica Lamborghini Diablo arrives in the UK after being shipped from Texas, but the project immediately reveals several unexpected problems. Jammed doors, broken latches, locked steering, and an engine cover that opens during transport make the journey to the workshop more difficult than planned. Once inside the garage, the team inspects the custom interior, handcrafted components, and supercharged Chevrolet LS V8 hidden beneath the rear bodywork. With a major automotive event approaching, the focus shifts to understanding what it will take to get the replica running, driving, and ready for its public debut.
2026-08-04T12:11:13Z
Revealing my 2023 Cupra Born after months of real-world driving
The video introduces the 2023 Cupra Born as a long-term test vehicle and explores what it is really like to live with the electric hatchback beyond the first drive. The story focuses on its performance, driving range, charging experience, practicality, interior technology, running costs, and how it fits into everyday life. Its appeal comes from providing an honest ownership perspective rather than a short first impression. For viewers in the USA, UK, and Australia, the episode offers valuable insight into whether the Cupra Born delivers on its promise as a stylish and enjoyable electric daily driver. The result is a balanced EV ownership story built around real-world experience, practicality, and the strengths and weaknesses that only emerge over time.
2026-08-06T12:24:38Z
Why some Canadians are buying cars from other provinces
A vehicle search that once ended at the provincial border now often stretches across the country. Canadians are comparing listings in neighbouring provinces—and sometimes thousands of kilometres away—because local supply, pricing, condition, and equipment can vary sharply. The appeal is not simply finding a cheaper sticker. A distant vehicle may offer the exact trim, a cleaner underbody, stronger maintenance records, or a body style that has become scarce nearby. These 12 reasons explain why cross-provincial car buying is becoming a practical option for some households, tradespeople, collectors, and electric-vehicle shoppers. They also show why the apparent bargain must be measured against taxes, inspections, transport, registration, insurance, and the protections available when a purchase crosses jurisdictions.
2026-08-10T15:01:46Z
Polestar 5 shows the future of electric luxury GTs
The Polestar 5 is Polestar’s future flagship electric GT, built to show the brand’s best ideas in design, performance, comfort, and sustainability. At more than 5 meters long and nearly 2 meters wide, it enters the luxury grand touring space against cars like the Porsche Taycan, Porsche Panamera, Audi E Tron GT, Mercedes EQS, and Zeekr 001. The design is low, sleek, and aggressive, with a sharply dropping bonnet, huge 22 inch wheels, orange Brembo brakes, and no rear window, using a digital camera mirror instead. The Performance version brings a large 112 kWh battery and up to 650 kW of power, making it a serious high performance EV. Inside, the low driving position, Recaro seats, tall center console, vertical touchscreen, Bowers And Wilkins audio, and massive panoramic roof create a cocoon like luxury feel. Rear passengers get clever foot space, massage, heating, and cooling, although headroom is limited for very tall adults. The main concern is heavy use of piano black trim.
2026-08-06T14:13:22Z