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The Lexus Steering Tech Drivers in North America Won’t Get (For Now)

Lexus EV and Hybrid Amee Reehal -
Lexus’ futuristic steer-by-wire tech transforms the RZ experience. But only if you live on the other side of the Atlantic.

First Drive: 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid Review

Subaru Crosstrek Amee Reehal -
It slipped off the radar for a few years, but Subaru just brought it back: stronger, smarter, and still built for adventure.

2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Review: A Smarter, Sharper Everyday EV

Hyundai IONIQ 5 Vincent Aubé -
More range, same style, and a long-awaited wiper. Hyundai’s Ioniq 5 keeps proving why it’s the EV to beat.

2026 RZ 550e F SPORT: Lexus Finally Builds a Performance EV

Lexus EV and Hybrid Amee Reehal -
Lexus’ first all-electric F SPORT finally gives quiet power a voice.

Subaru’s 2026 Forester Wilderness Isn’t Radically Different But Smarter Off-Road

Subaru Forester Amee Reehal -
Latest Forester Wilderness proves evolution beats reinvention.

A Day at Sonoma With Toyota’s Final Supra

Toyota Coupes Amee Reehal -
Good-bye, Supra. The Final Edition specs tell the whole story.

Why the Toyota GR86 Yuzu Edition Could Be a Future Classic

Toyota Coupes Amee Reehal -
Bright yellow paint, Brembos, and exclusivity. The GR86 Yuzu Edition might just be Toyota’s next cult icon.

Toyota Keeps It Simple With the 2026 Corolla Cross

Subcompact Crossover Amee Reehal -
The Corolla Cross doesn’t need big changes to stay competitive; its 2026 updates keep Toyota’s sub-$30K crossover right on target.

The Best Winter Tires for Snow and Ice: Budget to Premium Picks

Tire Reviews Graham Heeps -
These 24 winter tires top our list. From budget-friendly to pricer, premium, performance-rated. For cars and SUVs.

Palisade Vs. Highlander: Toyota’s Hybrid Edge Seals the Deal

Comparisons Kunal D’souza -
Family SUVs don’t get much more competitive than the 2024/2025 Hyundai Palisade and 2024/2025 Toyota Highlander. Both are big on space and comfort, but...
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