2025 Ford Explorer Platinum Review: Worth the Premium Upgrade?

The 2025 Explorer Platinum doesn’t change much, but its smarter cabin and steady performance keep it in the midsize SUV fight.
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Features and Favourites over our 10-plus years.

A Day at the Kawasaki Ninja Experience Tour

Dustin Woods -
We check out Kawasaki Canada’s Ninja Experience Tour to get up close and personal with Kawasaki's latest offerings.
Adventure Vehicles

SEMA 2023’s Off-Road Revolution: These 10 Overlanders Stole the Show

Graham Heeps -
The unsung heroes of the SEMA Show. Here are 10 adventure machines for some off-the-grid inspiration.
Tuner Cars

Modified 1999 Mitsubishi 3000GT VR4: A Proper Porsche Hunter

Amee Reehal -
This rare 1999 Mitsubishi 3000GT VR4 has the Germans in sight with impressive specs & upgrades to the twin-turbo, ECU, footwork & more.
Electric Motorcycles

TheArsenale’s Wild New EV Bike Is Basically an Off-Road Tank

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An electric motorbike to tackle the rugged terrains.

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This 2020 Cybertruck Redesign Still Hits Hard Today

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Back in 2020, before the production Cybertruck took shape, UK-based designer Khyzyl Saleem dropped his own reimagined version. Five years later, it still looks wild and weirdly believable.

Why the Porsche 911 Turbo S T-Hybrid is Still a Driver’s Car

Porsche 911 Jeff Wilson -
Porsche’s latest Turbo S shouldn’t work on paper. But it’s arguably one of the most thrilling 911s ever built.

The New 2026 Toyota Truck Everyone Else Gets

Mid-Size Trucks TL Staff -
A fresh Toyota truck update that’s raising more questions than answers.

Weekend Essentials 12: Shoot. Prep. Ride

Gear TL Staff -
A fresh mix of gear and wheels for the weekend.

Mad Cow: A 475-HP Acura Integra GS-R That Lost Its Mind

Tuner Cars Amee Reehal -
From the Prairies to pure insanity, this Calgary-tuned Integra GS-R is the ultimate boosted beast.

Toyota Built a 2026 RAV4 for Weekends, Not Just Commutes

Compact Crossovers Graham Heeps -
Recreation-ready Woodland grade adds style and substance to the 2026 RAV4 Hybrid.

Kia SUV Models Up Close: Smallest to Biggest

SUV & Crossover Travis Persaud -
Shopping for a Kia SUV? Here's the entire lineup from Soul to the new Carnival Hybrid, including top features for each.

This New Telluride Interior Feels More Lexus Than Kia

Kia Telluride TL Staff -
The second-gen Telluride interior doubles down on refinement, but longtime fans may miss the old SUV’s raw charm.

Nissan’s Missed Chance to Build Something Bold

Compact Sedans Amee Reehal -
A sharper look can’t hide a familiar story.

Our Picks: 6 Standout Off-Road Innovations from SEMA 2025

Auto Shows Graham Heeps -
From bike racks to high-end rigs, these standout SEMA products caught our eye.
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