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Gabriel Gélinas

An automobile writer since 1991, Gabriel Gélinas found journalism by way of auto racing. He was a driver before becoming the head instructor at the Jim Russell driving school at the Mont Tremblant Circuit. There, he developed several advanced driving programs for various automobile manufacturers.

As a journalist, Gabriel is passionate about sports cars and all the latest technologies coming out of the automotive industry. In addition to contributing to the print and electronic versions of Le Guide de l’auto and The Car Guide, he is also a columnist for The National Post and driving.ca. In addition, Gabriel acts as the automotive expert on TVA’s Salut Bonjour! television program and regularly contributes to news reports for TVA, LCN, Argent and CTV.

Most recent articles

ElectricUpdated, Longer-Range 2025 Kia EV6 Debuts at Los Angeles Auto Show
Los Angeles, California— Kia has a refreshed and upgraded 2025 EV6 on the way with increased battery capacity including 63 kWh as standard and 84 kWh available on Light Long Range, Wind and GT-Line models. That means drivers can expect to travel longer distances on a full charge—up to 513 …
New Models2026 Kia Sportage Gets Mid-Cycle Update Inside and Out
Los Angeles, California— Introduced three years ago, the fifth-generation Kia Sportage gets a mid-cycle update for 2026 that includes a refreshed exterior, improved connectivity, new displays and advanced powertrains. The Korean compact SUV will once again be available in conventionally powered, hybrid (HEV) and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) configurations. The 2026 …
First Drives2025 Audi RS 3: Finally Back and Better Than Ever4.5/5
Sitges, Spain— Fantastic all-wheel drive and sleeper looks in a small package sum up the Audi RS 3 , but the inline five-cylinder engine under the hood is what makes the car special. Behind the wheel of the RS 3, you can’t help but fall in love with this mill, …
First Drives2025 BMW M5: What It’s Like to Drive a 2,400kg Rocket4.5/5
Munich, Germany— For the 40th anniversary of the M5 , and for the first time in BMW M history, the sedan and Touring (wagon) body styles are both launching at the same time. The former enters its seventh generation, with no interruptions between them, while the latter is just beginning …
First Drives2025 Audi A5: A4 Replacement is Still a Treat to Drive4.0/5
Nice, France— After somewhat taking a break last year, Audi is now busy revamping its model lineup for 2025. Headliners include electric vehicles like the all-new Q6 e-tron midsize crossover, the substantially refreshed e-tron GT sports sedan and the upcoming new A6 e-tron midsize sedan. What about conventionally powered vehicles?