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

2021 KTM 890 Adventure R Review: Our Take After 4 Months

Kurt Spurlock Kurt Spurlock -
Replacing the KTM 790, the new 890 Adventure R gains more power, added torque, improved traction control, and reworked shifting. So, does the world really need a high-tech, 105-hp dirt bike? Yes, it does.
Porsche 911

Road Trip: Exploring Alberta Badlands in a 2013 Porsche 911 Turbo

Russell Purcell Russell Purcell -
What's the best way to explore the Alberta Badlands and Drumheller's Dinosaur Valley? With a droptop 2013 Porsche 911 Turbo, of course.
Cool Trailers and RVs

The North Face X Designworks Concept Camper

Amee Reehal Amee Reehal -
The North Face teams up with Designworks - BMW Group's design consultancy arm -  on this miniature yet mighty little camper concept previewed at 2019 CES.
Tuner Cars

Unsung Hero: Tale of a Supercharged 1996 BMW M3 Cabriolet

Amee Reehal Amee Reehal -
Unlike some aftermarket rides, this supercharged 1996 BMW M3 Cabriolet with a 1999 M3 motor and OBD1 conversion likes to lay low.

Features

2024 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 First Ride: Dual Sport Inspiration

Herber City, Utah - There are popular motorcycles and then there are motorcycles with such a devoted following that they become a brand unto...
Motorcycles Patrick Lambie - 0

Buyer's Guides

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.
SUV & Crossover

These 2021 SUVs Were New Then & Still Great Used Options Now

William Clavey -
Shopping for a used SUV? These 2021 models were fully redesigned and are worth a look today, including new electric SUVs at the time.

Review: Pirelli Scorpion Winter Tire

Amee Reehal -
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.
SUV & Crossover

Chevrolet SUV Models Up Close: Smallest to Biggest

TL Staff -
Shopping for a Chevy SUV? Here's the entire lineup from the new Trax to Tahoe and Suburban, including top features for each.

The Latest

New Off-Road Upgrade Package Transforms The Ford Ranger Into a True Performance Beast

TL Staff -
2020 Ford Ranger fans looking for real performance upgrades are in luck with California-based APG's new ProRunner Series 1 package for true off-roaders.

2020 BMW X5 M First Drive Review: Pure, Unadulterated V8 Fun

Luxury Mid-Size SUV & Crossover Doug Firby -
A potent twin-turbo V8 engine paired with agile handling, here's one of the most influential and dynamic vehicles in the X5 lineup.

Specs: Subaru WRX STI Kanrai Edition is An Ultra-Rare Subie

Subaru WRX TL Staff -
Only 75 units of the 2020 Subaru WRX STI Kanrai Edition were made, with upgrades including BBS wheels, Michelin PS Cup 2 tires, and Bilstein dampers.

Redesigned 641-HP 911 Turbo S Hits New Performance Levels for 2021

TL Staff -
The new 2021 Porsche 911 Turbo S release date is set for late 2020 with orders open in April. But with more power than ever, expect a higher price tag too.

Crushed to Perfection: Movie Cars Reimagined by Alessandro Paglia

Culture TL Staff -
Brought to life using only pens or pencils on cotton paper, Milan-based artist Alessandro Paglia smashes our favourite iconic movie & TV cars to the ground.

Wader 110: The Ultimate Road-Tripping 1995 Defender by Arkonik

TL Staff -
With plans to trek from Arizona to Alaska for some fly-fishing, Arknonik built one lucky couple the ultimate 1995 Land Rover Defender, dubbed the Wader 110.

First Drive: 2021 Kia Seltos Review

Kia Seltos William Clavey -
The 2021 Kia Seltos is yet another value-packed Korean homerun that’ll hit the industry hard. Our full review includes interior, pricing, handling & more.

First Drive: 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Review

William Clavey -
The 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport isn’t as sporty as VW wants you to believe. Or is it? We review the new midsize 5-passenger SUV and break it down.

Hot Wheels and Tesla Unveil Their Cybertruck Collaboration

Gear TL Staff -
Mattel and Tesla teamup on a pair of RC Cybertrucks shipping late 2020 - but in limited numbers for a 1:64 scale model and 1:10 scale already sold out.

2019 Mazda CX-5 Diesel Review

Graham Heeps -
We review the 2019 CX-5 Signature with the Skyactiv-D motor. Diesels remain a rare, costly alternative to its gas-powered siblings. Is this SUV different?

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