What a $250K Defender Clone Says About the Future of Custom SUVs

Tomorrow’s SUVs will be (should be) built on heritage, power, and bold design.
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Editor's Picks

Culture Features

The 2012 Audi Driving Experience: Winter Edition

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Germans cars, Frozen lake: We check out the 2012 Audi Driving Experience at the Nakoda on the Lake in Kananaskis, Alberta.
Gear Reviews

Husky Liners Floor Mat Review

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Husky Liners are made to retain their shape, resist scuffs and stains, and withstand daily wear and tear. We tested their floor mats.
Culture

Mercedes-Benz x NIGO Revive 90s Style with the EQS 600 SUV Collab

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Mercedes-Benz and NIGO channel 90s aesthetic in the new EQS 600 SUV collaboration, based on a restored G-Class from the era.
Gear Reviews

Review: Stylish Carabiner by Swedish Designer SVØRN

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Designer SVORN transforms the ordinary into something less mundane. We get our hands (and keys) on the lightweight & small Arcus Carabiner.

Features

Chat with Cadillac Canada’s Managing Director on Reinventing a Long-Established Brand

We sit down with Cadillac Canada's Managing Directer, Mahmoud Samara, about his journey & plans to reposition the storied luxury brand.
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Buyer's Guides

Nitrogen Vs. Air in Tires: What’s the Main Difference?

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You're not an F1 driver. So are nitrogen-filled tires really worth the extra cash?
Sedan & Hatchbacks

5 Best 2015 Cars for Those Who Don’t Want a Crossover

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If SUVs are not your thing, here are our 5 picks for the best 2015 used cars. All affordable, non-European sedans that won't break the bank.
Minivans

The 6 Best Minivans for Buyers Who Appreciate Minivans

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It's less about being 'cool' and more about family function. So, skip the SUV and consider one of these minivans rated by categories.
SUV & Crossover

Kia SUV Models Up Close: Smallest to Biggest

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

The Latest

The Silver Cross X Lamborghini Stroller is a Supercar for Your Baby

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Here's your chance to one-up those parents with the Reef Al Arancio - a Lambo baby stroller with fast looks & comfort, limited to 500 units.

Renault 17 Reimagined as Retro-Futuristic Restomod with an Electric Drivetrain

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Avant-garde French designer, Ora Ïto, puts his contemporary, electric spin on the iconic coupé.

New Rugged XRT Adds Even More Versatility to the IONIQ 5 Lineup

Hyundai IONIQ 5 Kunal D’souza -
Positioned between the standard model and the N, the XRT features a 23 mm lift, all-terrain tires, and 18-inch rally-inspired wheels.

First Drive: 2025 Volvo EX90 Tackles the Roads with Quiet Confidence

EV and Hybrid Reviews Ted Kritsonis -
Newport Beach, CA – Volvo won’t be retiring the XC90 plug-in hybrid, but its new EX90 all-electric SUV will be the brand’s luxury option...

First Drive: 2025 VW Jetta Balances Value with German Precision

Compact Sedans Kunal D’souza -
Refined design, more standard features, and the same fun-to-drive experience—all at great value. We take the new 2025 Jetta GLI for a drive.

Here’s How the Kia EV9 AWD Handles Family Road Trips

Electric & Hybrid Graham Heeps -
Kia's large electric SUV has premium features and impressive energy efficiency, but we also observed many problems inside and on the road.

Airstream Ventures into New Territory with Mercedes-Benz Sprinter-Based 19X LE

Camper Vans TL Staff -
With the Interstate 19X LE Outland Edition, the iconic brand steps out of its comfort zone but keeps the adventure spirit alive.

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.

9 Upgrades the Sasquatch Package Brings to the 2025 Bronco Sport

Ford Bronco Sport TL Staff -
The compact Ford SUV finally gets the off-road abilities it deserves. Here's how the Sasquatch package improves the Badlands and Outer Banks models.

Puma X Porsche 911 Turbo Sneakers Pay Homage to a Classic, Again

Gear Amee Reehal -
The 50th anniversary Porsche 911 Turbo limited sneaker editions “Turbo No. 1” and “Turbo 930” bring a unique local flavour to this global collaboration.
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