Test Drives

The evolution of sports cars from British manufacturer Lotus has led us to the Emira , unveiled four years ago (but launched in Canada in 2023) as an exclamation point on the combustion era. However, the small mid-engined coupe that replaced the Evora will play a bigger role than expected …

For several years now, fans of affordable sports cars have been witnessing—often unwillingly—the decline of the genre. Sure, there are still a few options out there, but in order to leave the dealer lot in a financially accessible performance car, enthusiasts often must accept certain compromises. In the case of …

We’ve said it before, and we’re happy to say it again: the eleventh-generation Honda Civic is the most accomplished version in the model’s long history. Yes, its sales have slowed in a market that increasingly favours SUVs, but that doesn’t take away from its undeniable qualities. With a rigid chassis, …

Demand for electric vehicles is waning pretty much all over the globe. At the same time, many automakers are turning to hybrid technology as a way to improve fuel economy and reduce emissions. Selection is still fairly limited when it comes to compact cars, however. Honda now offers the Civic …

At last, Subaru has finally launched a hybrid variant of its compact SUV, the Forester . But was it worth the wait? In the light of our recent test drive, we're inclined to say: too little, too late. Admittedly, the new 2025 Forester e-Boxer Hybrid has its merits and will …

Back in April at the annual Easter Jeep Safari in Moab, Utah, we got the opportunity to test drive four different Wrangler models including a two-door Rubicon X with a 2.0-litre turbo engine, a Willys 41’ 4xe plug-in hybrid, a V6-powered Sahara and a Rubicon 392 finished in Tuscadero Pink.

Along with its cousin, the Hyundai Ioniq 5 , the Kia EV6 has set the benchmark in the compact electric SUV segment since launching three years ago. In fact, The Car Guide gave the Korean duo a Best Buy award in both 2023 and 2024. However, with competition still growing …

After a decade and a half, Toyota has finally redesigned its rugged 4Runner for the 2025 model year. Sure, the old one was still a relatively good seller and retained excellent resale value, but a change was clearly called for, especially considering Toyota's refreshed and growing lineup of trucks and …

In addition to the new MINI John Cooper Works three-door hatchback, we also had the opportunity to test drive the convertible variant during a recent media event down in Savannah, Georgia. Needless to say the weather conditions were much better and sunnier than what we experienced in parts of Canada …

While the automotive industry is tapping the brakes on electrification, brands like Cadillac are pressing harder on the accelerator, phasing out internal combustion models in favour of an already well-rounded lineup of battery-powered crossovers. In addition to the Lyriq, the Escalade IQ, and the new Vistiq, the most prestigious division …