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35 Years of Lexus: Looking to the Future

Vancouver Island, B.C.— Lexus celebrated its 35th anniversary in Canada with three separate events at different times and different places in 2025. Back in February, The Car Guide had the opportunity to get behind the wheel of a 2005 RX as well as the coolest Lexus SUV of all, the …December 22, 2025

On this day in history: December 22

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Jeep Adds Stealthy, Mission-Ready Gladiator Shadow Ops

Jeep is making another addition to its Gladiator lineup for 2026. Hot on the heels of the Willys ’41 edition paying homage to the brand’s military past, here comes the Shadow Ops. This model serves as the spearhead of the new “Convoy” campaign, which aims to introduce “mission-ready special editions,” …December 19, 2025

OPP Recovers More Than 300 Stolen Vehicles in Latest Operation

More than 300 stolen vehicles with a combined value of approximately $25 million were recovered this week as part of Project Chickadee, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) announced. Law enforcement has dismantled an auto theft criminal organization by focusing not only on vehicle theft but also on the illegal exportation …December 19, 2025

Ram Confirms Dakota Name for Upcoming Midsize Pickup

Ram ’s new midsize pickup for the North American market will arrive in 2027, as announced in September by Stellantis CEO Antonio Filosa. And now we know for sure it will be called Dakota . Indeed, Ram boss Tim Kuniskis took advantage of a media event in Michigan this week—which …December 19, 2025

Top 10 Most Expensive Auction Cars Sold in 2025

For the second year in a row, online auction sales globally have surpassed live auction sales, reaching approximately $2.5 billion (USD) according to Hagerty and setting a new record. What’s more, cars that sold for at least $1 million in 2025 have collectively topped $1 billion, which is a first. December 18, 2025

Toyota Wants to Bring Back Scion

Toyota is expanding its empire by broadening its brand portfolio. This fall, the automaker transformed its luxurious Century models from Japan into a prestige brand positioned above Lexus . More recently, the Gazoo Racing division also became a standalone car brand, with the sensational new GR GT as a flagship. December 18, 2025

Ford Escape Ends Production After 25-Year Run

Launched in 2000 as a 2001 model, the Ford Escape became one of the most popular SUVs in North America during its first two decades before losing ground to Asian competition in recent years. Well, retirement time has finally arrived. The same goes for its luxurious cousin, the Lincoln Corsair …December 17, 2025

Mercedes-Benz Unimog Dresses Up to Celebrate 80th Anniversary

The world-famous Unimog from Mercedes-Benz will turn 80 in 2026, and the German automaker’s Special Trucks division has decided that a proper celebration was in order. In collaboration with Hellgeth Engineering, the all-terrain utility vehicle with one-of-a-kind size and capability dresses up in fancy attire, gets a new, more powerful …December 17, 2025

Volkswagen Stops Production at German Site for First Time

The last car rolled off the production line at a Volkswagen site in Dresden on Tuesday, marking the first time in company history that it has stopped production at a German factory as cost cuts bite. A red electric ID.3 GTX signed by workers would be the last car made …December 17, 2025

2027 Chevrolet Silverado Previewed in Patent Drawings

A new generation of the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is on the way to replace the one that debuted for the 2019 model year. Prototypes have been undergoing road testing for several months already, but remain camouflaged in all the pictures circulating online. Last week, however, General Motors filed an application …December 17, 2025

IIHS Hands Out Final Top Safety Pick Awards for 2025

The U.S. Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has now finalized its list of the safest vehicles for 2025 , which includes both 2025 models and some 2026 models. Thirteen additional vehicles have received the highest distinction, namely a Top Safety Pick+ award, bringing the total to 66. These include …December 16, 2025

Losses From Auto Theft Claims Have Tripled Since 2015

Auto theft claims rates and losses in Canada continue to soar well above historical levels, according to new data released by Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC). Although claims counts and losses declined in the first half of 2025 compared to the same period last year, IBC sees a concerning problem: …December 16, 2025

Europe Eases 2035 Combustion-Engine Ban to Help Car Industry

The European Union on Tuesday walked back a 2035 ban on new petrol and diesel cars seen as a milestone in the fight against climate change, as the bloc pivots to bolstering its crisis-hit auto sector. Under proposals decried by environmental groups, carmakers will now have to cut exhaust emissions …December 16, 2025

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