TL Staff

Quick takes and news updates from the TractionLife editorial desk. Curated and edited by our team led by auto journalist Amee Reehal.

Mazda’s New CX-70 PHEV Fixes What the First One Missed

The midsize 2026 CX-70 PHEV isn’t a reinvention, but it’s the version Mazda should’ve launched first.

Monopoly Just Got a Speed Upgrade

Pass ‘N Go in style. Hot Wheels reimagines Monopoly’s 90-year-old token.

Mercedes Let Hot Wheels Go Wild

Oversized diffusers, wild spoilers, and bright, 1980s-inspired color pops give it that unmistakable Hot Wheels DNA.

Toyota’s Hybrid Bet Looked Risky. Now It’s Paying Off Big.

Who needs a full EV when hybrids are moving like this?

Audi’s New e-Bike: Just Brand Merch Or Serious Trail Machine?

is this just another piece of Audi-branded lifestyle merch, or a legitimate trail machine worthy of the badge?

AMG x adidas Goes Full Throttle

AMG power, adidas pace. Innovation meets performance as Mercedes-AMG and adidas set records in cars, sneakers, and pure endurance.

Mid-Year Moto Check-In: Our Top Picks of 2025

The first six months of 2025 brought us some great bikes, from both big-name and independent small shops alike. Here are 24 of the best.

Honda SUV Models Up Close: Smallest to Biggest

The Honda SUV lineup is growing. Here's a look at each model, from subcompact HR-V to 8-passenger Pilot, including their key features.

The Most Confused CR-V Yet? TrailSport Meets Hybrid for 2026

For buyers who want to look the part without dealing with body-on-frame sacrifices, the this could be the sweet spot.

Toyota’s New C-HR Isn’t Playing It Safe

Most compact crossovers play it safe. The 2026 C-HR didn’t get that memo. But will the European-built model do well in North America?