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Jason Tchir
FreelanceReporter

Area of Expertise

Automotive
Jason is a columnist and car critic for the Globe and Mail's Drive section. He focuses on green mobility, road safety and trends in transportation. Previously, he wrote for the CBC and The Toronto Sun.

Latest articles

driving concerns
If I’m at a crosswalk, do drivers have to stop even if the lights aren’t flashing?
the road ahead
Why carmakers are jumping on the Tesla Supercharger bandwagon
driving concerns
Does it ever make sense to skip collision and comprehensive car insurance?
mobility
Mercedes-Benz opens its first EV charging station with plan for network of 400 across North America
driving concerns
My car shows me the speed limit. Who makes sure it’s right?
car review
Rivian’s quad-motor R1S SUV has some serious chops, but it doesn’t come cheap
driving concerns
Are car dealer extras ever worth buying?
driving concerns
How many kilometres until a ‘new’ car is no longer new?
driving concerns
My adult brother is using our parents’ address to get cheaper insurance. What happens if he gets caught?
driving concerns
My mom backed into the garage door. If she claims it, will her car insurance rates increase?
driving concerns
If I buy a used Chevrolet Bolt, will I have to charge it outside or risk a fire?
driving concerns
My licence plates have faded. How long should they last and must I pay to replace them?
driving concerns
Will an out-of-province red-light-traffic-camera ticket affect my Ontario insurance?
driving concerns
Are EVs harder to steal?
driving concerns
Can I get an extra licence plate to put on my bike rack to avoid a ticket?
driving concerns
My stolen car was found full of fentanyl. Can I refuse to take it back?
driving concerns
With an EV, can I use one-pedal driving all the time?
driving concerns
How much range will my EV lose if I use a rooftop cargo box?
driving concerns
Can I really get a ticket for having a bike rack on the back of my vehicle?
driving concerns
What am I supposed to do when I pass a stopped tow truck with flashing lights?