Weekend Essentials 12: Shoot. Prep. Ride

A fresh mix of gear and wheels for the weekend.
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Our Picks

Features and Favourites over our 10-plus years.
Motorcycles

2025 Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 First Ride: A New Chapter Begins

Patrick Lambie -
After a day of riding, the 2025 Guerrilla 450 stands out as a major advancement for Royal Enfield, ready to challenge top urban bikes.

Summer Dreamin’: Ditching the Cubicle for a Flame-Painted Harley-Davidson Electra Glide

Dustin Woods -
Our writer Dustin Woods jumps on a Harley-Davidson Electra Glide and hits the road to fulfill a lifelong dream, leaving the 9-5 life behind.
Gear Reviews

Review: Handpresso Auto E.S.E. Portable Espresso Machine

Chris Davies -
Have you longed to brew a cup of coffee in your car? Yep, us too.

Era Exact: California-Inspired 1950s Custom Triumph

Greg Williams -
Some motorcycles speak so specific a time it's like they have their inspiration emblazoned on their sleeve.

The Latest

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.

Inside the New Honda Prelude: Where Nostalgia Meets Next-Gen Design

Coupes TL Staff -
Where ‘90s spirit meets 2026 tech. A modern, driver-first cockpit with digital tech, Bose sound, and classic Honda sport-coupe energy.

SEMA 2025: Forget the Tuners, Carmakers Steal the Show

Auto Shows Graham Heeps -
Factory-backed muscle and electric innovation stole the spotlight from the usual tuner madness.

First Drive: Honda’s Comeback Coupe Is Better Than You Think

Coupes William Clavey -
No manual? No problem. How the 2026 Honda Prelude redefines the enthusiast car.

TAG Heuer Formula 1 Chronograph x Senna: The Legacy Lives On

Gear TL Staff -
TAG’s engineers went the distance here with a bold tribute to Ayrton Senna, fusing racing heritage with timeless style.

First Drive: 2026 Polestar 4’s Smarts Give it the Safety, Comfort Edge

Electric & Hybrid Doug Firby -
Its interior smarts give it the safety, comfort edge.

The Defender Pickup Returns With a Handmade Twist

Adventure Vehicles TL Staff -
A modern reimagining of the Defender pickup. Designed, detailed, and built by hand.

This Radical Honda Concept Redefines What a Motorcycle Can Be

Concept & Special Edition Motorcycles TL Staff -
A glimpse into Honda’s wild electric future.
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