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.
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Culture Features

Toyota’s kartSTART Driving Program Puts Kids Behind the Wheel

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Toyota's kartSTART Driving Program puts kids behind the wheel, giving teenagers real world lessons of the physics behind motorized vehicles.
Motorcycles

Revamped for 2020: The Honda Gold Wing’s New Features and Improvements

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Since its last major overhaul in 2018, the 2020 Honda Gold Wing has received a worthy refresh, led by the range-topping Gold Wing Tour model.
Culture

Electric Vibes: Formula-E Racing Series Hits the Streets of Montreal

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We head to Montreal with Michelin for the 2017 Formula-E racing series to take in the electric energy, both on and off the track.
Culture

The Porsche Travel Experience British Columbia: Exploring the Beautiful Okanagan

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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

The New Black Label Navigator Is a Lesson in Selling Luxury

The new Black Label 2025 Navigator is about more than just a new trim, it’s about buying an experience.
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Buyer's Guides

Trucks

10 Game-Changing Trucks for 2022: All-New and Fully Updated

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Shopping for a used 2022 truck? Here are the models that made the most significant impact.

Nitrogen Vs. Air in Tires: What’s the Main Difference?

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You're not an F1 driver. So are nitrogen-filled tires really worth the extra cash?

16 Best All-Season Tires: SUV, Cars & High-Performance

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Full guide to choosing the best all-season tires for SUV & light trucks, cars, and performance. From affordable tires to more premium picks.

Review: Sailun Inspire All-Season Touring Tires

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Are budget all-season tires worth it? We put Sailun's new Inspire performance tires designed for compacts, sedans, crossovers & SUVs to the test.

The Latest

2022 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Bronze Edition

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Based on the XLE hybrid trim, this special edition SUV provides a glimpse of the upcoming 2022 Highlander lineup (and lots of bronze).

Hyundai IONIQ 5 Range & Charging Times: A Closer Look

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The new EV's single motor setup offers ultra-fast charging, but does it provide enough range on a single charge?

How Much Power Does the Redesigned 2021 Acura TLX Type S Put Down?

Mid-Size Sedans TL Staff -
Acura's new sport sedan looks the part after a 13-year hiatus with its 3.0L V6 - but how powerful is it? Here's a closer look.

2022 KTM 1290 Super Adventure R: Closer Look at the Updated Touring Bike

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The brawny, updated KTM adventurer arrives to North America fall 2021. Here's a closer look at details and specs.

The Crawler TRC 428 Aluminum Off-Road Trailer

Cool Trailers and RVs TL Staff -
A rugged, lightweight trailer with all the bells and whistles.

VW’s compact Taos goes off-road with new Basecamp Concept

Compact Crossovers Amee Reehal -
A proper little German off-roader sporting a custom roof rack & wheels, raised suspension and adventure-ready looks.

Vintage Volvos and Out-of-Warranty Models Now Get Free Roadside Towing Across Canada

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'Tow for Life' program lends out-of-warranty, disabled, and old Volvo vehicles a helping hand.

Shinola’s American Racing & Stock Car-Inspired Canfield Speedway Chronograph

Gear TL Staff -
Legendary mechanic Louis “Red” Vogt would be proud.

The 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning: Everything You Need to Know

Ford F-150 Amee Reehal -
Modern-day, emission-free F-150 solving real problems for real people. Here’s a closer look at the new 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning.

F-150 Lightning Frunk: The Party’s in the Front

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Road trips, tailgate parties, and mobile work stations may never be the same again (yeah, it's a big deal).
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