Common sense
I have a 2009 Nissan Rogue with 104,000 miles. I have several parts to change for around $2000 (linkkit, suspension table, gimbal on the far left, etc.). I drive less than 10,000 km per year. Do I have to make this expense or is it not worth it considering the age of my vehicle?
Denise P.
If you consider the current market value of your vehicle ($12,000), your use of it, and the low inventory of new vehicles, wisdom dictates to proceed with repairs and maintenance.
In Quebec
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Electric school buses built in Quebec by Lion
Given Lion’s success in the production of electric school buses and urban delivery trucks, could we hope to see one day an electric car designed and built in Quebec?
guy m.
Quebec had this opportunity, but did not seize it. Postponed ? Doubt is allowed, but know that next January, Arrow will present a conceptual study of a first Canadian electric vehicle designed by the Association of automobile parts manufacturers (APMA).
Electrical hesitation
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Toyota bZ4X
I plan to acquire a Toyota bZ4X when it becomes available. Toyota’s desire to redesign this vehicle and its wheel mounting problems a few months ago now make me hesitant to make this purchase. What exactly is this and what other similar electric vehicle (all-wheel drive) would you suggest?
Ivan A.
To redesign the vehicle? No. On the other hand, Toyota has corrected the wheel attachment problem. Nuts designed by a supplier are believed to be the cause of this recall which has had a damaging effect on the reputation of this new vehicle. Your hesitation is understandable, however it is not these reasons that are really worrying, but rather the very conservative approach of this model (autonomy, advances, charging) in the face of sharper competition. If you had to choose other vehicles, we suggest you pay attention to the Volkswagen ID.4, the Ioniq 5 and the Kia EV6.
The right van
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Toyota Tacoma
I’m thinking of getting a midsize pickup truck to tow a 4000 pound trailer. The Ford Ranger, GMC Canyon, Chevrolet Colorado, Toyota Tacoma and Nissan Frontier are on my list. Which would be more beneficial for fuel economy and reliability? I’m also hesitating between a six-cylinder and a turbocharged four-cylinder. We plan to do the Canadian and American West.
Jocelyn D.
The Tacoma is currently the best choice. It’s not the best, far from it (the interior presentation is dated, the road behavior, uninviting), but the most homogeneous of the group. No other offers equivalent reliability and residual value. You could also add the Honda Ridgeline to your list. Another safe bet. As for the mechanics, the six-cylinder remains the most appropriate choice for your use.