Toyota’s New bZ Woodland EV Brings Serious Subaru Energy

More power, more space, and X-MODE AWD — Toyota’s new bZ Woodland EV channels Subaru vibes in its most capable electric SUV yet.
Toyota EV & Hybrid Kunal D’souza - 0

Editor's Picks

Motorcycles

Riding the Highlands: Ontario’s Best Kept Secret for Motorcyclists

Dustin Woods Dustin Woods -
Escaping the city to explore Ontario's Highlands on a pair of BMW K1600GTLs - a region built for riders. Here's our journey and what to see.
Porsche Coupes

A Glorious Day Out with the Intermeccanica Speedster

Russell Purcell Russell Purcell -
The Intermeccanica Speedster is a faithful reproduction of  the 1958 Porsche 356A Speedster. Here's what a day with this rare classic is like.
Tactical Vehicles

Rezvani’s military grade Hercules 6×6 truck is apocalypse-ready

Amee Reehal Amee Reehal -
If you can afford the Rezvani truck's $225,000 price you can buy a new garage pad. Night vision, 1,300-hp, 6-wheel drive gets things started.
Motorcycles

New Riders: These 7 Motorcycles Are Ideal for Beginners

Dustin Woods Dustin Woods -
Buying a beginner motorcycle can be overwhelming - but doesn't need to be. We pick 7 models with approachable power and user-friendly features.

Features

Up Close with the 2025 Volvo EX90

The 7-seater, all-electric EX90 SUV represents the start of a new era for Volvo. Our closer look includes specs, interior, range & more.
Electric & Hybrid Ted Kritsonis - 0

Buyer's Guides

Summer Tires Vs All-Seasons: A Closer Look

Graham Heeps -
What exactly is an all-season tire and summer tire, and what makes them different in terms of cold, wet, and dry performance? Here's a look.
SUV & Crossover

The New 2024 SUVs Worth the Wait: Subcompact to Full-Size

TL Staff -
Our ongoing list of over 35 brand new and redesigned 2024 SUVs and crossovers: subcompact/compact, mid-size, full-size, and all-electric models.
Mid-Size Trucks

Small Trucks Rise Up: Every New Model to Know About

Chris Chase -
Compact but capable, small trucks are redefining utility and style.

Review: Continental IceContact XTRM Winter Tire

Graham Heeps -
Studded or non-studded: the choice is yours. We put the new Continental IceContact XTRM winter tire to the test. Here's our full review.

The Latest

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

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

2012 Kia Rio SX Sedan Review: An Anomaly on Wheels

Subcompact Sedans Amee Reehal -
The little-car-company-that-could has not only caught up, but in many ways is now leading the way, producing stylish, economical vehicles with an unprecedented list...

2012 Toyota 4Runner Limited Review: Rugged & Reliable

Toyota 4Runner Russell Purcell -
The Toyota 4Runner doesn't see many changes for 2012, but still remains the off-road SUV of choice for many outdoor and urban families alike. We put the range-topping Limited to the test.

2012 BMW 650i Cabriolet Review

Coupe Reviews Russell Purcell -
Cruising topless has never been so classy. We review the 2012 BMW 650i Cabriolet - the German automaker's sporty, open-air luxury convertible.

2012 Toyota Tundra Double Cab Review

Toyota Tundra Russell Purcell -
We put the 2012 Toyota Tundra Double Cab SR5 4X4 to the test powered by the smaller of Toyota's V8 offerings: the 4.6-litre i-FORCE V8.

2012 Hyundai Genesis R-Spec 5.0L V8 Review: Big Bang for the Buck

Full-Size Sedans Russell Purcell -
Compared to the rivals, the executive types may find a bargain in the 2012 Hyundai Genesis R-Spec with its 429-hp V8 powerplant.

2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG Review: Style & Substance

Mid-Size Sedans Mark Hacking -
A wildly impressive car, the 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG will certainly appeal to the driver who appreciates an aggressive look and the performance to match.

2012 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Review

Coupe Reviews Amee Reehal -
You’re gawking at the 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera 4— bold, brash, and badass as ever, leaving its mark as the last of the 997 era.

2012 Ford Explorer Limited EcoBoost Review

Ford Explorer Amee Reehal -
From power to luxury, we break down the 2012 Ford Explorer Limited with the new EcoBoost engine in our review.

Volvo’s Twilight “Journey to the Wedding” Contest Winner

Culture Russell Purcell -
Volvo Canada announces "Journey to the Wedding" contest winner -- a promo offering Twilight fans chance to win a trip and Volvo S60 R-Design.
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