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.
Old Land Rover Defenders Amee Reehal - 0

Editor's Picks

Culture Features

Chat With F1 Champ and Area 27 Track Designer Jacques Villeneuve

Russell Purcell Russell Purcell -
We chat with track designer and F1 champion Jacques Villeneuve about his contribution to the design of the Area 27 track, plus future plans.
Luxury Full-Size SUV

The Lexus GX 550 Malbon Edition Swaps Trials for Links

Amee Reehal Amee Reehal -
No, the 2024 Lexus GX 550 Malbon Edition won’t shave strokes off your game, but you’ll definitely arrive at your foursome in style.
Adventure Vehicles

The 22 Best & Badass Off-Road Adventure Vehicles of 2017

Amee Reehal Amee Reehal -
Over the past year, we have picked our favourite off-road vehicles and adventure machines, from recreational to serious off-the-grid beasts.
Culture Features

Night Moves: An Urban Adventure with the Harley-Davidson Street Bob

Dustin Woods Dustin Woods -
Sometimes staying home provides the best getaway. A 2013 Harley-Davidson Street Bob makes it better.

Features

Why the 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata Is Perfect for Your Next Road Trip

The redesigned 2016 MX-5 Miata is an efficient commuter car, weekend getaway transporter, and track day companion.
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Buyer's Guides

Mid-Size SUV

The Best 2020 Mid-Size SUV: Veterans of the Game

Travis Persaud -
With all of the new nameplates it’s easy to overlook the 2020 mid-size SUVs that have been selling for years. These 5 are some of the best.

How to Read Car Tire Sizes & Tire Sidewall Markings

Kelly Taylor -
What do tire sizes mean and how do you read them? What are tire load index and tire speed ratings? We break it all down.

Tire Pressure: How to Check It & Keep Your Vehicle’s Tires Inflated, Properly

Kelly Taylor -
A closer look at vehicle tire pressure: how to check it, why low pressure is dangerous, 3 types of gauges, and how to keep tires inflated.

How Do Tire Pressure Sensors Work & Are They Even Reliable?

Kelly Taylor -
Too much or too little tire pressure isn't desirable and can lead to an accident. So, how to tire pressure sensors work? Are they reliable?

The Latest

Preparing Your Car for Winter Storage: 10 Key Tips

Kelly Taylor -
From preventing corrosion to preventing rodents living in your engine bay, if your car is taking its long-term winter slumber, here are some things to consider before putting your baby to rest.

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

Motorcycles 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.

2024 BMW R12 nineT Review: Preserving Tradition with a Modern Twist

Motorcycles Jeff Wilson -
When BMW set out to update its R nineT for 2024, there was some trepidation that they might just ruin a good thing. 

The 2025 Audi Q6 e-tron Bridges the Gap in Audi’s EV Lineup

Electric & Hybrid Daniel Rufiange -
[First Drive] It’s not a foregone conclusion, but Audi's new compact electric SUV has all the tools it needs to succeed.

Top 5 Motorcycle Phone Mounts to Consider

Motorcycles TL Staff -
Mounting a phone to your bike may seem counterintuitive, but it has advantages. Here are five mounts to keep on your shopping shortlist.

First Drive: 2025 Infiniti QX80 Improvements Can’t Hide Its Aging Roots

Luxury Full-Size SUV Kunal D’souza -
A host of improvements, better design, and more power make this the best QX80 yet. But is it being outclassed by its rivals?

First Drive: 2024 Ford Mustang Mach-E GT Is All About Performance

Mustang Mach-E Daniel Rufiange -
A Rally version has been added to the Mach-E family, taking advantage of the GT version's basic features and enhanced performance levels. 

Timelessly Modified Defenders We Adore

Luxury Full-Size SUV Amee Reehal -
Modified Defenders that blend old-school charm with modern upgrades. These classics capture our hearts with their style and performance.

First Drive: 2025 Subaru Forester Balances Tradition and Modern Tweaks

Subaru Forester Daniel Rufiange -
The sixth-generation Forester blends classic design with subtle enhancements, but don't expect any groundbreaking changes.

Paul Smith’s 2015 Defender Comes to Life in 1:18 Form

Gear TL Staff -
This may be your only chance to own a bespoke Defender.
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