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

Custom Yamaha XSR700: Classic American Heritage with Modern Tech

Dustin Woods Dustin Woods -
The Rural Racer Concept XSR700 Pays Homage to back road adventure, rural exploration, and speed of the Pacific Northwest.
Culture

Million-Dollar Machines and More: Highlights from Vancouver’s Supercar Weekend

Russell Purcell Russell Purcell -
The Luxury and Supercar Weekend at Vancouver’s VanDusen Botanical Garden is a two-day party featuring high-end cars and exclusive products.

2021 Triumph Rocket 3 GT Adds Mood & Muscle with Triple Black Limited Edition

Amee Reehal Amee Reehal -
When Triumph says 'blacked-out' they mean it with the new Rocket 3 R Black & Rocket 3 GT Triple Black for 2021, limited to 1,000 units each.
Culture

The Porsche Travel Experience British Columbia: Exploring the Beautiful Okanagan

Amee Reehal Amee Reehal -
The Porsche Travel Experience British Columbia is designed for globetrotters & drivers alike, exploring Canada's west coast gems in the latest 911 Carrera S.

Features

First Look: 2024 Porsche Macan EV | Stuttgart’s Electric SUV Arrives

Stuttgart's first-ever zero-emission SUV arrives (at last), joining its electrified Taycan sedan sibling. We get up close with the 603 horsepower 2024 Macan EV pre-production model - here's what to expect.
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Buyer's Guides

Motorcycles

New Riders: These 7 Motorcycles Are Ideal for Beginners

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.

Review: Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V2 Winter Tire

TL Staff -
The Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V2 SUV winter tire replaces the DM-V1, adding bigger block edges & better snow/ice grip. So, how to they perform?
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.
Electric & Hybrid

The New 2024 Electric SUV & Crossover Models Worth the Wait

TL Staff -
Here's a fresh batch & running list of new & redesigned 2024 electric SUVs and crossovers to keep on your shortlist.

The Latest

Superbike: Owner Connects with his 1973 Kawasaki Z1 900

Greg Williams -
The history of Kawasaki motorcycles and the story behind this restored 1973 Kawasaki Z1 900 connecting with its owner.

History of the Legendary Honda Super Hawk: Bringing Japanese Bikes to the Masses

Greg Williams -
The legendary 305cc machine helped pave a new path for the Japanese newcomer.

Mark of the Beast: A Diabolical 2002 Corvette Z06 Coupe Rises Up

Tuner Cars Amee Reehal -
Montreal tuner Avo Aboulian turned this C5 Vette into a truly diabolical, wide body beast so sinister it keeps Lamborghinis up at night.

The Hustle: Tuned 2001 Honda S2000 Worth the Work

Tuner Cars Amee Reehal -
This track-ready, daily-driver tuned-out AP1 is the result of sleepless nights and countless hours of hard work. Yeah, we'd say it was worth the work.

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.
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