Russell Purcell

Russell Purcell is an award-winning automotive journalist and photographer based in Vancouver, B.C. His passion for automobiles was sparked at the tender age of six, when a family friend gave the wide-eyed first grader a ride to school in a track prepared Porsche 911 RSR. He continues to fan the flames by building an impressive library of automotive related books as well as a vast collection of interesting automobilia and motoring artefacts. Russell is a member of the Automobile Journalists Association of Canada, and is active on Twitter as RoadTestRuss.
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BedRug Bed Liner Review: Protects Your Paint Finish (And Your Knees)

Gear Reviews
The BedRug is an innovative bed liner that protects your paint finish - and your knees. Also, helps keep stuff from shifting around.

Extang Solid Fold Tonneau Cover Review: Engineered Simplicity

Gear Reviews
The Extang Solid Fold tonneau is a hard-shell design that's one of the best-selling tri-fold aluminum tonneau covers on the market. Or is it?

2013 BMW M6 Cabriolet Review: 560-HP German Open-Air Fun

Mid-Size Sedans
It doesn't get much better than this. We get behind the wheel of the V8-powered 2013 BMW M6 Cabriolet for some open-air testing.

2013 Porsche Panamera GTS Review: Red Hot & Ready to Sizzle

Porsche Panamera
All naturally-aspirated goodness with the 4.8L V8-powered 2013 Porsche Panamera GTS.

2013 Corvette 427 Convertible 60th Anniversary Special Edition Review

Chevy Corvette
Ready to rumble. With elements from the Z06 and ZR1 models, this special edition Corvette boasts a 7.0L V8 engine & lightweight construction. Our full review, inside and out.

Review: Koolatron P20 Compact 12-Volt Cooler Product

Gear Reviews
A good solution for those longer road trips, we put the Koolatron P20 Compact 12-Volt Cooler to the test.

2013 Nissan 370Z Coupe Review: Refreshed and Ready to Roar

Nissan Coupes
Nissan's popular 370Z coupe has been given some styling updates for 2013 in an effort to stave off competition and rekindle sales. Enthusiast types...

2012 BMW 650i xDrive Review: A Coupe for All Seasons

Mid-Size Sedans
The all-wheel drive gives the 2012 BMW 650i xDrive Coupe four season capabilities. And the 400-hp and stylish looks don't hurt.

2012 Porsche 911 Carrera S Review: The Legend Continues

The new Type 991 represents the future for Porsche designs, by its iconic looks, exceptional performance, and precise handling. We put the 400 horsepower 911 to the test.

2013 Lexus GS 350 F-Sport AWD First Drive Review: The Wait is Over

Mid-Size Sedans
The 2013 Lexus GS 350 stands as a huge step forward for the Japanese luxury brand, especially when equipped with the F Sport package.
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