This week, the MoVernie Team is test driving this 2026 Lincoln Nautilus Reserve. A 5-passenger luxurious SUV.

My 1st impression? This Lincoln Nautilus has grown in size as compared to its predecessor. Luv the front headlights and the grill, especially during the evening when the Lincoln logo and the headlights light up.

Moreover, I really like the exterior body paint which is called “Whisper Blue”, from afar, I thought it’s muddy grey but it does have a hint of blue to it. A colour that I really like and if I ever buy this Lincoln, it’s a colour that I will choose as well.

Moment I walked into the cabin, the 1st thing that I noticed is the massive wrap around screen that stretches from the driver’s side all the way to the front right passenger. It feels like I am sitting behind a spaceship cockpit. The screen is beautiful, with high resolution screens and it looks like a dashboard of CP24 showing weather, news, headlines, etc.

What’s more from the long wrap around screen is the central screen. Yes, there is yet another screen.

Just like previous predecessor, I really like the piano keys buttons featuring R, D, L drive gears. And the crystal circular knob for controlling the sound volume is the highlight for me.

The shape of the steering wheel is also different. The flatten oval shaped steering wheel is easy to hold and turn the corners.

I also like the “Nautilus” black strip  on both side of the front side doors. I am not a fan of the handle being mounted so high on the doors. It’s somewhat a bit obstruction when I am looking at the side of the windows and seeing the handle bars. It’s also a bit cumbersome for kids or shorter people who have to reach up to try to open the door.

While On the MOVE at cruising speed highway speed, I noticed how quiet the cabin is and the ride is smooth and comfortable. Overall, this Lincoln Nautilus is all about “comfort”.

Stay tuned on my media product review of the 2026 Lincoln Nautilus Reserve later this week when we have more time On the MOVE with this ride.

Special shoutout to Lincoln Canada for providing our team a week of test drive!

For now, if you want to learn more about this Lincoln Nautilus Reserve, be sure to click here.

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Have you tried the beef ramen @ramenisshin yet?

I just ordered one at the Ramen Isshin Mississauga location and it’s delicious! It’s nice to see this beef ramen and beef don are being added to the food menu at ALL Ramen Isshin locations.

Click here for more details about the beef ramen and beef don at Ramen Isshin.

#RamenIsshin #ALLLocations #BeefRamen #NewFoodItem #MoVernie

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In recent weeks, I got a chance to test drive a number of electric vehicles (EVs), so I have learned a lot about how to charge an EV and the different apps, different ways, different charging stations, etc.

I test drove the 2026 Kia EV4 and 2026 Volve EX30 Cross Country.

The 2026 Kia EV4 has a built-in NAC port that is compatible to charge at selective Tesla supercharging station. I also charged the EV4 at the Kia Stouffville dealership which doesn’t have a NAC port but have a DC port, which the media team gave me a DC adapter to charge at DC port. I just simply plug in the DC adapter to the DC port before plugging into the Kia EV4.

As for the Volvo EX30 Cross Country, it doesn’t have a built-in NAC port, which right off the bat, I can’t charge it at a selective Tesla supercharging station. The Volvo EX30 has a CCS port, which is typical for many non-Tesla EVs. I have to download an EV app such as “FLO” in this case and found the nearest FLO charging stations near me. Apparently, there are many FLO charging stations all over the city, however, many have the slow Level 2 stations that are commonly found at people’s homes.

But if you want to find DC ports, it’s not that many yet. Luckily, there is a Shell gas station nearby that offers fast charging DC ports which makes it quicker to charge.

After experiencing all these charging stations, here are my feedback and opinions:

– Unless you have installed a charging port at your home, constantly trying to find a public charging station is not difficult but it does cost me time, effort, anxiety as not all charging stations offer fast charging ports. Many offer the Level 2 which is common at home but when you are at home, you can plug in your EV and then leave it overnight and then you can cook, clean your house and do other things. But when you are using a public charging station, you have to sit in your EV to kill time or go to grocery stores or shopping mall to kill time. I am not a shopper, so finding a mall to shop doesn’t make sense to me.

– I also have to find a charging station that is available coz sometimes, some of these charging stations have 3 or 4 ports and if occupied, you are pretty much screwed. You either have to wait (which could take up to 30 minutes or more depending on how long these pre-occupied EV owners going to charge their EVs). Sometimes, you have to come back at a later time. Although many apps offer to notify you when the EV ports become available, it’s annoying to worry about charging stations. What happens in the future when everyone has a EV, are there enough infrastructure available?

– I found that if you charge your EV at a public charging station, it’s not that cheap. It’s pricier coz I guess if I want to charge it quick with Tesla supercharging station or DC level station, the charging time is shorter but also mean it’s more expensive. For example, it costs me $25 CDN to charge 20% of my Kia EV4 at selective Tesla supercharging station. That’s quite steep in my opinion.

– Now, when I charged the Volvo EX30 from 12% to 80%, it took about 46 minutes of charging time and it costs me about $28 CDN. Sure, it’s much cheaper than filling up $70 full tank of gas, but I value time and effort dearly, so I am not sure sitting around for 45 minutes to 60 minutes is worth my time.

– Not sure why all of these charging port has such short leash, for my Kia EV4, the charging port is on the front right side, I have to park the EV4 over the curb and get as close as I can before the port can plug into my EV4. Another time, there was a port available but since the Volvo EX30 port is at rear left, that port is only good for front right or front left, so no matter how I park or tilt my Volvo EX30, I can’t get close to the port. Meanwhile the other 2 EVs beside me occupied the other 2 charging ports. It sux when a port is open but I can’t charge coz it’s in the wrong side from my EX30.

– I have not done a road trip across Ontario or Canada yet coz I am not sure how robust or lack thereof with the charging stations. If driving a gas engine car takes 5 hours from Toronto to Montreal, I don’t know if I want to spend extra hours in between stops to charge my EV to Montreal. Would it take more than 5 hours with a EV from Toronto to Montreal coz of charging time?

I also think I will have anxiety if I am on a road trip especially in extreme winter trying to find a charging station (unoccupied one too) on a road trip in unfamiliar terriorty.

– Finding a charging port that is relatively safe is something that I wouldn’t have thought about. When I was charging at a charging station located outside a shopping mall that was closed. I was approached by a guy and ask me if I have a lighter coz he wants to smoke his weed. Quite honestly, if I have a gas engine vehicle, I wouldn’t see myself hanging around at a parking spot in the evening and having to deal with such person asking me for a lighter. Coz at a gas station, I will just pump my car and leave in minutes.

Thus, what I learn is that…when charging my EV at an outdoor charging location, a new criteria for me is finding a location that I think it’s safe and I found gas station with charging station is safer than me at a dim parking lot. I did find some of these charging locations are located at weird quiet parking spots that safety could be at risk.

Overall Summary:

I think if someone decides to install a charger at home and don’t plan to charge elsewhere or on a road trip often, then having an EV would make sense as it’s cheaper charging at home and although it takes longer time with a Level 2 port, it’s ok coz you plug it at home and you can get inside the house to work, clean, cook or relax and the next morning, you have a fully charged EV to go to school or work.

But for me, if I don’t plan to have my own charger at home and constantly need to charge at public areas, I am not sure if  I want an EV. Moreover, I also don’t know if I want to wait around for a quick charge when I can just simply find a gas station, pump the gas and get out of there without having to wait around. Time is so essential to me.

For the time being, I don’t want to have mileage anxiety, every time I turn on the heat or use up defogger or power, I worry the charge drops quickly especially in extreme cold winters.

MoVernie QUESTION:

To the EV owners out there, could you share your EV experience? What EV do you drive? Do you like it? What are the Pros and Cons? Luv to hear from you.

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本週，MINI加拿大為MoVernie團隊提供了一輛2026款MINI Countryman S ALL4進行試駕。這是一款汽油動力四門運動型SUV。

在本期MoVernie部落格中，您可以透過我的YouTube頻道觀看我的媒體產品預覽影片：2026款MINI Countryman S ALL4。

如果您喜歡我分享的內容，請按讚、留言並訂閱我的 YouTube 頻道：https://www.youtube.com/@MoVernieOnTheMove

想了解更多關於這款全新 2026 年 MINI Countryman S ALL4 的信息，請點擊這裡。

整體評價：

在我看來，MINI 在保持其產品線獨特、個性鮮明方面做得非常出色。每款車型都外觀精美，我尤其喜歡它豐富的配色。例如，這款 MINI Countryman S ALL4 採用靛藍色車身，搭配香檳色車頂和側裙，非常獨特。

如果您之前擁有一輛寶馬（這款 MINI 與寶馬 X1 共享同一平台），您可能會考慮換購這款 MINI。就我個人而言，我更喜歡這款 MINI Countryman 的設計、個性以及配色方案，而不是BMW X1。

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This week, MINI Canada has provided the MoVernie Team with this 2026 MINI Countryman S ALL4 to test drive for the week. This is a gas engine 4-door sporty SUV.

In this MoVernie BLOG, you can watch my Media Product Preview: 2026 MINI Countryman S ALL4 via my YouTube channel.

If you like what your saw, appreciate your likes, comments and subscribed to my YouTube Channel – https://www.youtube.com/@MoVernieOnTheMove

For more INFO on this all-new 2026 MINI Countryman S ALL4, please click here.

Overall Summary:

In my opinion, MINI has done a great job continuing to be unique, different, quirky about its MINI lineup. Every model looks good, I luv the colour combo offerings throughout its lineup. For instance, this MINI Countryman S ALL4 comes with an indigo blue body paint and coupled with the champagne roofline, side panels. It’s so different.

If someone has already owned a BMW (which this MINI shares the same platform as the X1, they may consider switching to this MINI). Personally, I prefer this MINI Countryman design and quirkyness and colour combo than the BMW X1.

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Hey MINI Owners, do you know this trick about your MINI vehicle?

Watch this video and let me know if you know this trick about your MINI ride.

https://youtube.com/shorts/sOC7LhM4kgo?si=CsQ_5R5NE6skWtao

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In my opinion, no car is perfect! I think every car has its pros and cons and there are always room for improvements.

During this entire week, I got to test drive this 2026 MINI Countryman S ALL4. And here are things that I like and dislike about this sporty 4-door SUV.

Like (Pros):

– Luv the unique colour combo offerings MINI continues to offer for its entire lineups. You can mix & match the body paint with a different colour roofline or rear view mirrors. While many other brands are offering limited and boring palette, MINI continues to shine and being unique with its brand.

– Interior is quirky, maintaining the signature central circular LED screen as infotainment system.

– I also like the pseudo key ignition at the centre. When I turned and twisted the key, I could feel the vibration and the sound of the engine being turned on. It’s still not the same as a real key slotted into the ignition but this is by far the most impressive setup I have seen so far. Most opted for the boring start/stop button, I got to give props to MINI for sticking to the traditional and have some sentimental value to drivers who appreciates this nice touch.

– Luv the fabric materials being used on the dashboard and on the side door panels.

– The blue fabric colour (front side door panels) transitioned into sandy brown (rear side door panels), that’s a nice touch.

– Luv the overall steering feel of this MINI Countryman. It has a more heavy feel to it to provide me with more responsive feedback. Moreover, I luv the thickness of this steer wheel. It feels so good, accurate and precise turning radius to the road.

– Luv the mini fabric box at the central front. You pulled the fabric and lid is opened, super functional and yet unique at the same time.

– There is something unique to the exhaust sound or the way the gears are being shifted in this vehicle. Not sure if it’s the turbo charged, but you can hear the gas pressure or shifting sound which makes this MINI super unique.

– I enjoyed the stability of the suspension, it’s sporty yet it’s very comfy and able to absorb bumps admirably.

– Overall, the materials, technology, the quirky of this MINI makes it stands out from the rest of the competition.

– This new generation of MINI Countryman S ALL4 offers good value. It’s much bigger than its predecessor, increase horsepower and torque. More space for the passengers as well as the storage space. It offers many standard features from panoramic sunroof, heated front seats, power adjustable driver and front passenger seats. It’s definitely fun-to-drive. Interestingly, I prefer this MINI Countryman than BMW X1 which shares the same platform and size.

– By the way, great sound system inside this MINI.

Dislike (Cons):

– The sound proof could be better especially if I expect this to be a more premium vehicle. Unfortunately, I could hear lots of wind noise especially on highway speed.

– I would prefer more compartment spaces throughout the cabin but although it offers some storage space, I would prefer more. For example, I would prefer the armrest for the driver could have also serve as a storage but it’s not. It doesn’t have any storage space whatsoever.

– Personally, I prefer and missed the silver chrome materials that dominated in previous MINI generations than this new one. There are more plastic components on this new MINI than its predecessors.

– Not a fan of the cheap plasticky of the speedometer gauge in front of the driver.

– The exterior and interior is very subjective especially for MINI owners who once owned previous generations. Many of them told me that they didn’t really like the latest generation as it shines away from looking like a MINI. Personally, not going to lie, I prefer the leapfrog circular headlights than the new one but it’s still MINI enough for me to distinguish it from other boring brands. The rear lights look very blend and simple too for this MINI but however, I would say, the over portion ratio for this new MINI Countryman is still decently able to distinguish itself from its competitors.

Overall Summary:

These are my likes and dislikes when test driving this 2026 MINI Countryman S ALL4. If you are MINI Countryman owners,  what do you like or dislike about your ride? Luv to hear from your driving experiences.

For more INFO about this 2026 MINI Countryman S ALL4, you can click here.

Special shoutout to MINI Canada for providing us with a week of test driving this 2026 MINI Countryman S ALL4!

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Ramen Isshin is more than just serving delicious ramen. They also offers tasty appetizers that are great for shareable.

We often visit the Ramen Isshin Mississauga location and here are some of the appetizers that we tried so far and we enjoyed them very much.

Oyako Cream Croquettes

Hiya Yakko (cold tofu)

Tako Wasabi

Deep Fried Pork Gyoza

Age Tofu (deep fried)

Next time, we would like to try the Tako Yaki (deep fried octopus) and Edamame.

To check out the entire menu at Ramen Isshin Mississauga, please click here.

Ramen Isshin Mississauga – Ontario, Canada
Website
Address: 5080 Hurontario St, Mississauga, ON L5R 0H5
Phone: (437) 914-9005
Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/ka2d1rVRNKVnR8AY9

#RamenIsshin #RamenIsshinMississauga #Shareable #Appetizer #MoVernie

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This week, MINI Canada has provided the MoVernie Team with this 2026 MINI Countryman S ALL4 to test drive for the week. This is a gas engine 4-door SUV.

In this MoVernie BLOG, we will focus on the inside look for this 2026 MINI Countryman S ALL4.

For more INFO on this all-new 2026 MINI Countryman S ALL4, please click here.

The Specs – 2026 MINI Countryman S ALL4:

2.0L 4-cylinder Turbocharged
7-speed dual-clutch automatic
All-Wheel-Drive (AWD)
4 doors, 5 passengers
241 hp
295 lb-ft of torque

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SkyMed Season 4 takes off on May 21streaming on Paramount+.

It comes in hot with new stories, new drama, and new characters flying air ambulances in the remote Canadian North.

Mercedes Morris plays Captain Lexi Martine who struggles to connect with the rookie pilots and must struggle with where to draw the line between being a boss, and being a friend

For now, you can stream Season 1 to Season 3 of SkyMed on Paramount+.

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SkyMed Season 4 Trailer:

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