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?
Compact Crossovers Kunal D’souza - 0

Editor's Picks

Summer Dreamin’: Ditching the Cubicle for a Flame-Painted Harley-Davidson Electra Glide

Dustin Woods Dustin Woods -
Our writer Dustin Woods jumps on a Harley-Davidson Electra Glide and hits the road to fulfill a lifelong dream, leaving the 9-5 life behind.
Gear Reviews

Review: The ChargeIt! Jump Portable Power Pack

Russell Purcell Russell Purcell -
We review the small ChargeIt! Jump that makes jump starting a car a little easier, and a lot more portable. But how well does it really work?
Gear

Yakima Unveils Innovative Gear at SEMA Show

Graham Heeps Graham Heeps -
Yakima shows its latest offerings with OverHaul HD for the pickup fans, the versatility of the LockNLoad Platform, and new slim GrandTour Cargo Boxes.
Motorcycles

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

Patrick Lambie 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.

Features

2024 Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT First Drive Review

If a high-powered Cayenne SUV tops your list, this twin-turbo V8 flavour is the one to get.
Porsche Cayenne Lee Bailie - 0

Buyer's Guides

How Long Do Car Tires Last & When Should They Be Replaced?

Kelly Taylor -
It's important to know when to replace car tires. But, how long do they last? When is it the right time? We take an in-depth look.
Tire Reviews

Review: Goodyear Wrangler TrailRunner AT Tire

TL Staff -
Goodyear's new Wrangler TrailRunner AT promises to be a tough, dependable all-terrain SUV tire with on- and off-road performance. So, what's the verdict?
Tires

Budget-Friendly Winter Tires for Canadians: Our 5 Top Picks

Graham Heeps -
If you're shopping for quality winter tires offering value & performance, here are 5 great choices that go easy on the budget.
Luxury Mid-Size SUV & Crossover

A Quick Guide to All 6 Lexus GX 2024 Trims

TL Staff -
Shopping for a 2024 Lexus GX 550? Here’s what sets the Premium, Premium+, Overtrail, Overtrail+, Luxury, and Luxury+ trims apart.

The Latest

GC8 Great: Insane, Street-Legal 1998 Subaru Impreza 2.5 RS Coupe

Subaru Impreza Amee Reehal -
This independent, Canadian-built 1998 Subaru Impreza sporting a JDM WRX STI swap is perhaps the greatest street-legal GC8 on the planet, combining time attack functionality with an aggressive looks. Prove us wrong.

Kawasaki KZ200 Café Racer: Not Your Average Tea and Crumpet Machine

Greg Williams -
A classic small-displacement, Japanese single-cylinder bike done right.

2011 Porsche 911 Turbo S Coupe: Enjoy At Your Own Risk

Porsche 911 Amee Reehal -
More track-worthy and less for the everyday roads, we test the overachieving 2011 Porsche 911 Turbo S Coupe - on the everyday roads

2011 Chevrolet Camaro SS Convertible Review: Muscle Beach Cruiser Returns

Chevy Camaro Russell Purcell -
The Muscle Beach cruiser returns - We review the 6.2-litre V8-powered 2011 Chevrolet Camaro SS Convertible.

Revolutionary: History of the Harley-Davidson VRSC Told Through These Distinct, Custom V-Rods

Greg Williams -
The history of the Harley-Davidson VRSC, or V-Rod, and the story behind this pair of custom V-twin cruiser motorcycles - each sporting its own, distinct looks.

2011 Lexus CT200h Review: The Fifth Hybrid in the Lexus Lineup

Compact Sedans Amee Reehal -
Renowned for their hybrid luxury product line, Lexus adds a fifth hybrid to the stable with the all-new 2011 Lexus CT200h.

2011 Ford Edge Sport Review

Ford Edge Amee Reehal -
Ford takes their brawny yet stylish Edge crossover, making it even bolder powered by a new V6 with 305 hp 2011 Ford Edge Sport with AWD.

2011 Kia Sportage SX Turbo Review: Escaping Stampede Tourists

Compact Crossovers Amee Reehal -
The 2011 Kia Sportage SX Turbo was the right weekend getaway vehicle to escape busy Calgary Stampede for a quick trip to Fairmont, B.C.

2011 Porsche Cayenne Review

Porsche Cayenne Amee Reehal -
It may be the entry-level offering, but the redesigned 2011 Porsche Cayenne still packs a punch with its 3.6L V6 and Tiptronic transmission.

The 2011 MazdaSpeed3: A Performance Hatch with Everyday Usability

Compact Sedans Amee Reehal -
With a manual transmission, 263 horsepower, and 280 lb-ft of torque, the MazdaSpeed3 hot hatch pulls off performance and practicality.

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