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

Compact Crossovers

2011 Kia Sportage SX Turbo Review: Escaping Stampede Tourists

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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.
Tactical Vehicles

1,000-hp 2020 Rezvani TANK Built for the Streets

Amee Reehal Amee Reehal -
Is your full-size SUV not cutting it? Maybe it’s time for an XUV. The 2020 Rezvani TANK is a street-legal, 1,000-hp beast with thermal/night vision system.
Adventure Vehicles

Custom Land Cruisers and Tacomas are Toyota’s 2023 SEMA Show Stars

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Covering all bases from rock crawling to street cruising: FJ Bruiser Concept, Tacoma X-Runner Concept, Retro Cruiser, and Tacoma Blue Beetle.

Celebrating Heroes: Sailun Tire Honours First-Responders

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Sailun Tire gives back hosting a fun drive-in movie night event to celebrate & thank COVID-19 pandemic first responders & front-line workers.

Features

Resurrecting Rust: 1952 B.S.A. A10 Golden Flash

Bringing back to life a classic British motorcycle - and the first 650cc parallel twin in the company's range.
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Buyer's Guides

Review: Pirelli Scorpion Winter Tire

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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

Infiniti SUV Models Up Close: Smallest to Biggest

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Shopping for an Infiniti SUV? Here's the entire lineup from QX50 to QX80, including top features for each.
Sedan & Hatchbacks

5 Best 2015 Cars for Those Who Don’t Want a Crossover

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If SUVs are not your thing, here are our 5 picks for the best 2015 used cars. All affordable, non-European sedans that won't break the bank.
Tires

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

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If you're shopping for quality winter tires offering value & performance, here are 5 great choices that go easy on the budget.

The Latest

Minivan Dads Rejoice: New 2021 Pacifica Now Gets All-Wheel Drive

Chrysler Pacifica TL Staff -
With a more utility-focused look and updated styling, the 2021 Chrysler Pacifica finally gets AWD for families tackling the snow and ice.

2020 Mercedes-Benz Weekender Preview: A Pop-Up Camper Comes to North America

Camper Vans TL Staff -
Finally, North America gets a pop-up camper and we have Mercedes-Benz to thank. Based on the Metris cargo van, here's the 2020 Weekender up close.

Ford Adds the Range-Topping TX4 Compact SUV to the 2020 Troller Lineup

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A sturdy 4x4 off-roading SUV, Ford's new 2020 Troller TX4 is a Brazil-only offering with some Bronce-esque vibes. Priced around $40K.

QuietKat X Jeep Off-Road Electric Mountain Bike Collabo

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Jeep teams up with Colorado-based bike builder QuietKat on what the automaker claims is “the most capable off-road electric mountain bike there is.” Is it?

Say Hi to the First 2020 Corvette to Roll Off the Production Line

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Starting at under $60K in the US, the 2020 Corvette release date is set. If the entry-level 1LT trim isn’t enough, go for the $71,945 3LT range-topper.

EarthRoamer Steps It Up With Their Most Innovative Off-Road RV Yet

Heavy Duty Trucks Amee Reehal -
Fusing luxury with off-the-grid adventure is what Colorado-based EarthRoamer does best. The new LTi based on a Ford F-550 is their most innovative RV yet.

Does Mercedes-Benz Really Own The Ice? A Closer Look at the Mercedes-AMG Winter Sporting Program

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We hit a frozen Winnipeg lake behind the wheel of the brand's most powerful sedans & wagons. Here's a closer look at Mercedes-AMG's winter drive program.

2020 VW Atlas Cross Sport Sheds A Couple Seats & Adds More Style

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A new, sportier 5-seat SUV joins the VW family in 2020. The Atlas Cross Sport release date is set, along with full US & Canada pricing, outlined here.

2020 Subaru Outback Review

Subaru Outback Graham Heeps -
While its high ride height and quirky driver-assist tech may not suit everyone, the Outback stays true to its adventure-ready DNA.

Pelican goes off-the-grid with new indestructible SUV cargo boxes

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Haul gear off-road without worry. Pelican's new Cargo Case collection hits stores this Spring 2020 in 8 sizes, offering 4 different mount options. Let's go.

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