Canadian automotive guidance
News · Safety · Ownership

Motorz search

What can we help you find?

Motorz topic hub

Automotives

Start here

Featured in this topic

  • Engine Light

    Featured guide

    Decoding the Dashboard: What Your Check Engine Light Is Really Trying to Tell You

    It is a moment every driver dreads: you are cruising down the highway, perhaps enjoying a podcast or a quiet morning commute, when a small, amber-colored icon flickers to life on your dashboard. The Check Engine Light (CEL)—officially known as the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)—is perhaps the most misunderstood part of modern car ownership. To…

  • Survival of the Safest

    Featured guide

    Survival of the Safest: The Deadliest Late-Model Used Vehicles to Avoid in 2026

    When you are hunting for a Survival of the Safest, the price tag is usually the first thing you look at. In 2026, with the cost of living remaining a challenge, a budget-friendly late-model sedan might look like a steal. But in the automotive world, some “deals” come with a hidden cost that is far…

  • Nissan Altima Hood Latch Recall

    Featured guide

    Danger on the Highway: What You Need to Know About the Nissan Altima Hood Latch Recall

    The Nissan Altima Hood Latch Recall has long been a favorite for Canadian and American drivers seeking a stylish, fuel-efficient sedan. However, a persistent and dangerous safety issue has resurfaced for nearly 1.8 million older Altima models. The problem is as simple as it is terrifying: the hood can suddenly fly open while you are…

  • Vehicles Flagged

    Featured guide

    Major Ford Recall Alert: 2.5 Million Vehicles Flagged for Brake and Door Latch Defects

    For millions of Vehicles Flagged owners, the peace of mind that comes with a reliable vehicle was recently interrupted by a massive safety announcement. Ford Motor Company has issued a global recall affecting approximately 2.5 million vehicles due to two distinct, high-risk issues: faulty side-door latches and leaking brake master cylinders. While recalls are a…

  • Driving Style

    Featured guide

    The Ultimate Tire Buyer’s Guide: Choosing the Right Rubber for Your Driving Style

    When you step into your local auto shop or “Corner Wrench,” the wall of black rubber circles can be overwhelming. To the untrained eye, every tire looks the same. But those four patches of rubber are the only thing connecting your two-ton vehicle to the pavement. Choosing the wrong set doesn’t just hurt your wallet—it…

  • Jeep Cherokee Safety Alert

    Featured guide

    Jeep Cherokee Safety Alert: 95,000 SUVs Recalled for Critical Power Loss Issue

    For over a decade, the Jeep Cherokee Safety Alert has been a staple for Canadian and American drivers seeking a blend of off-road capability and daily comfort. However, a major safety recall has recently put nearly 95,000 Cherokee owners on notice. The issue? A critical mechanical flaw in the driveline that can lead to an…

  • Toyota Canada

    Featured guide

    Is Your Prius at Risk? Understanding the Toyota Canada Power Loss Recall

    For over two decades, the Toyota Prius has been the global gold standard for hybrid reliability. It is the car that convinced the world that electric-gasoline synergy wasn’t just a science project, but a dependable way to navigate Canadian winters and long highway commutes alike. However, even the most legendary models hit a bump in…

  • Car Dents

    Featured guide

    DIY Dent Repair: How to Fix Car Dents on the Cheap Without Ruining Your Paint

    We’ve all been there. You walk back to your Car Dents in a crowded grocery store parking lot, and there it is—a fresh, depressing dent in your passenger door. Or perhaps a sudden hailstorm turned your hood into a piece of hammered metal. Your heart sinks because you already know what a professional body shop…

  • Ford SUV Brake Recalls

    Featured guide

    Ford SUV Brake Recalls 2026: Models Affected and How to Protect Your Family

    If you own a newer Ford SUV Brake Recalls, you might want to pay close attention the next time you press down on the brake pedal. In a series of major safety announcements spanning from late 2025 into early 2026, Ford Motor Company has issued several high-priority recalls affecting millions of vehicles. The core issue?…

  • Hyundai Venue

    Featured guide

    Safety Without Sacrifice: Why the Hyundai Venue Earned the IIHS Top Safety Pick Award

    When you think of a “budget-friendly” car, your mind might jump to images of sparse interiors, limited tech, and perhaps a nagging doubt about how well it would hold up in an accident. For years, the trade-off for a low price tag was often a compromise in safety. The Hyundai Venue is officially ending that…

Keep exploring

Latest articles

  • Engine Light

    Decoding the Dashboard: What Your Check Engine Light Is Really Trying to Tell You

    It is a moment every driver dreads: you are cruising down the highway, perhaps enjoying a podcast or a quiet morning commute, when a small, amber-colored icon flickers to life on your dashboard. The Check Engine Light (CEL)—officially known as the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)—is perhaps the most misunderstood part of modern car ownership. To…

  • Survival of the Safest

    Survival of the Safest: The Deadliest Late-Model Used Vehicles to Avoid in 2026

    When you are hunting for a Survival of the Safest, the price tag is usually the first thing you look at. In 2026, with the cost of living remaining a challenge, a budget-friendly late-model sedan might look like a steal. But in the automotive world, some “deals” come with a hidden cost that is far…

  • Nissan Altima Hood Latch Recall

    Danger on the Highway: What You Need to Know About the Nissan Altima Hood Latch Recall

    The Nissan Altima Hood Latch Recall has long been a favorite for Canadian and American drivers seeking a stylish, fuel-efficient sedan. However, a persistent and dangerous safety issue has resurfaced for nearly 1.8 million older Altima models. The problem is as simple as it is terrifying: the hood can suddenly fly open while you are…

  • Vehicles Flagged

    Major Ford Recall Alert: 2.5 Million Vehicles Flagged for Brake and Door Latch Defects

    For millions of Vehicles Flagged owners, the peace of mind that comes with a reliable vehicle was recently interrupted by a massive safety announcement. Ford Motor Company has issued a global recall affecting approximately 2.5 million vehicles due to two distinct, high-risk issues: faulty side-door latches and leaking brake master cylinders. While recalls are a…

  • Driving Style

    The Ultimate Tire Buyer’s Guide: Choosing the Right Rubber for Your Driving Style

    When you step into your local auto shop or “Corner Wrench,” the wall of black rubber circles can be overwhelming. To the untrained eye, every tire looks the same. But those four patches of rubber are the only thing connecting your two-ton vehicle to the pavement. Choosing the wrong set doesn’t just hurt your wallet—it…

  • Jeep Cherokee Safety Alert

    Jeep Cherokee Safety Alert: 95,000 SUVs Recalled for Critical Power Loss Issue

    For over a decade, the Jeep Cherokee Safety Alert has been a staple for Canadian and American drivers seeking a blend of off-road capability and daily comfort. However, a major safety recall has recently put nearly 95,000 Cherokee owners on notice. The issue? A critical mechanical flaw in the driveline that can lead to an…

  • Toyota Canada

    Is Your Prius at Risk? Understanding the Toyota Canada Power Loss Recall

    For over two decades, the Toyota Prius has been the global gold standard for hybrid reliability. It is the car that convinced the world that electric-gasoline synergy wasn’t just a science project, but a dependable way to navigate Canadian winters and long highway commutes alike. However, even the most legendary models hit a bump in…

  • Car Dents

    DIY Dent Repair: How to Fix Car Dents on the Cheap Without Ruining Your Paint

    We’ve all been there. You walk back to your Car Dents in a crowded grocery store parking lot, and there it is—a fresh, depressing dent in your passenger door. Or perhaps a sudden hailstorm turned your hood into a piece of hammered metal. Your heart sinks because you already know what a professional body shop…

  • Ford SUV Brake Recalls

    Ford SUV Brake Recalls 2026: Models Affected and How to Protect Your Family

    If you own a newer Ford SUV Brake Recalls, you might want to pay close attention the next time you press down on the brake pedal. In a series of major safety announcements spanning from late 2025 into early 2026, Ford Motor Company has issued several high-priority recalls affecting millions of vehicles. The core issue?…

  • Hyundai Venue

    Safety Without Sacrifice: Why the Hyundai Venue Earned the IIHS Top Safety Pick Award

    When you think of a “budget-friendly” car, your mind might jump to images of sparse interiors, limited tech, and perhaps a nagging doubt about how well it would hold up in an accident. For years, the trade-off for a low price tag was often a compromise in safety. The Hyundai Venue is officially ending that…