Toyota Just Rewrote the RAV4 Playbook for 2026

All RAV4s will be hybrid, either with a plug or without. But is this really the right move for the best-selling compact crossover?
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Editor's Picks

Culture

Chat With Joni Paiva: President of Nissan Canada

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Exclusive interview with Joni Paiva, President of Nissan Canada. Discover his insights on Nissan's future, strategy, and models.
Adventure Vehicles

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

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Over the past year, we have picked our favourite off-road vehicles and adventure machines, from recreational to serious off-the-grid beasts.
Cool Trailers and RVs

The Pebble Flow Electric RV Breaks Free from Generators (And Family Bickering)

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Say goodbye to noisy generators and propane tanks, and hello to a more tranquil, eco-friendly adventure.
Culture Features

Island Paradise: Previewing the Vancouver Island Motorsport Circuit

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Relaxed vibe. Fast cars. Exclusive 'first look' at the Vancouver Island Motorsport Circuit (VIMC) designed by noted tarmac guru Hermann Tilke.

Features

First Drive: 2024 Kia EV9 GT-Line

Range anxiety and reliability issues are a couple reasons families are reluctant to make the big electric switch. Kia's new mid-size electric SUV seeks to change that.
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Buyer's Guides

Review: Nokian One HT All-Season Tires

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Better than most factory tires, competitively priced, with a great warranty, and built for longevity with minimal maintenance.
Tire Reviews

Review: Michelin Defender LTX M/S Tires

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The Michelin Defender LTX M/S all-season touring tires promise great tread life, all-season performance, and a smooth ride. So, do they?
SUV & Crossover

2022 SUVs Worth Waiting For: Redesigned & New Models Only

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Here's a fresh batch of 19 2022 SUVs and crossovers worth waiting for. New & redesigned models only, from small CUVs & full-size SUVs to all-electric and hybrid.

Review: Pirelli Scorpion Winter Tire

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Promising excellent size coverage and proven performance for SUVs and crossovers. So, are the Pirelli Scorpion Winter tires any good? We put the high-end, winter-rated snow tire to the test.

The Latest

Does the Lincoln Continental Concept hint at the brand’s new, overdue flagship sedan?

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Lincoln's been missing a flagship offering for far longer than it should languishing behind its American competitor Cadillac. Enter the Continental Concept.

Range Rover dials up luxury with SVR-powered 2016 SVAutobiography

Range Rover Anthony Alaniz -
With a $200,490 starting price, Range Rover's 2016 SVAutobiography SUV gets the same 550-hp, supercharged 5.0L V8 in the Range Rover SVR.

Janus Armoured Moto-Rucksack: The Upgrade from Traditional Motorcycle Bags

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Designed to be the ideal carry-all for every motorcyclist the Janus Armoured Moto-Rucksack is the perfect upgrade from traditional motorcycle bags.

Ford Unleashes the 2016 Focus RS with 100 Extra Horsepower

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With 100 more horsepower, an impressive 0-60 time, and Brembo brake setup, the new 2016 Ford Focus RS is the ultimate high-performance hatch.

DTV Shredder: An All-Terrain Vehicle That Fits In Your Car

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The first true crossover vehicle for action and power sports the DTV Shredder is a combination of a tank, skateboard and motocross bike.

2015 Buick Enclave Review

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The 2015 Buick Enclave offers a spacious cabin and elegant exterior but no redesign since 2008 means it's time for a redesign.

BMW is No Stranger to Producing Bicycles and E-Bikes

Gear Benjamin Yong -
A crop of new BMW Bicycles make a stop at the Vancouver Bike Show. We stop by the show to checkout the German bikes ahead of the Auto Show.

This 1965 Motobi Motorcycle is the Family Jewel

Greg Williams -
The motorcycle itself is far from memorable, but the memories are something else.

The 2015 Colorado Z71 Trail Boss Edition Ramps Up the Rugged

Chevrolet Colorado TL Staff -
Compared to the regular Colorado Z71, the Trail Boss Edition adds off-road tires, a blacked-out grille, and specialized suspension tuning.

Quick Look at the Refreshed Range Rover Evoque Changes for 2016

Luxury Compact Crossover Anthony Alaniz -
Land Rover has brought an updated version of its popular Range Rover Evoque SUV for 2016. Here's a closer look at what's new.

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