Articles Written By Peter Bleakney

2023 BMW i7 Review
By Peter Bleakney
May 01, 2023

Electric propulsion is the definition of luxurious motoring, and the i7 is nothing short of dazzling.

2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV First Drive Review
By Peter Bleakney
April 04, 2023

This all-electric SUV spells out the Mercedes brand of luxury in no uncertain terms.

2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 First Drive Review
By Peter Bleakney
April 03, 2023

This sleek sedan has all you could ask for in an EV – well, except for a spacious trunk.

2023 Volkswagen Jetta Review
By Peter Bleakney
March 30, 2023

The Jetta is no runway model, cruising through the automotive landscape essentially unnoticed.

2023 Genesis Electrified GV70 First Drive Review
By Peter Bleakney
March 21, 2023

Electrification elevates the luxury feel of Genesis's coveted compact crossover.

Here’s Why Polestar Engineers Test EVs in the Arctic Circle
By Peter Bleakney
March 02, 2023

Polestar has big plans for its EVs and goes to great lengths to ensure performance remains a core attribute of its cars.

2023 Best Subcompact Luxury SUV: Genesis GV60
By Peter Bleakney
February 16, 2023

This is the first time an EV has won in this category, and the GV60 sets the bar high not just for EVs, but for its segment as a whole.

2023 Best Mid-Size Luxury SUV: Genesis GV80
By Peter Bleakney
February 16, 2023

The Genesis GV80 has style, presence, and looks expensive without the price tag to match.

2023 Best Vehicle for Adventure: Jeep Wrangler / Jeep Gladiator
By Peter Bleakney
February 16, 2023

Jeep’s iconic off-roader has a broad array of powertrains, body styles, and attitudes to get you closer to your next adventure.

2023 Toyota Sienna Review
By Peter Bleakney
January 06, 2023

This Toyota combines the efficiency of a compact car with the space of a New York apartment.

Volvo’s Sustainability Plan Extends Beyond Its EVs
By Peter Bleakney
December 08, 2022

Battery and material recycling is key to the automaker’s goal to be carbon-neutral by 2040.

2024 Volvo EX90 First Look: New Electric SUV Has Massive Brain Power
By Peter Bleakney
November 09, 2022

Volvo's new flagship electric SUV is all about power – computing power, that is.

First Look: 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE and EQE AMG Debuts
By Peter Bleakney
October 16, 2022

Mercedes sets its electrified sights on the popular compact crossover segment with the EQE SUV.

2023 Audi RS 5 Competition First Drive Review
By Peter Bleakney
October 05, 2022

As Audi’s RS division looks to electrification, these new Competition twins provide plenty to enjoy.

2022 Mazda3 Sport GT Turbo Review
By Peter Bleakney
October 04, 2022

Mazda moves its compact hatchback upmarket to compete with premium European models.

Peter Bleakney

Peter Bleakney

Peter Bleakney is a Toronto-based automotive journalist. He is also a member of the Automobile Journalists Association of Canada (AJAC).