The 2025 Toyota GR86 Special Edition delivers a rare dose of driving purity, with a manual transmission, Brembo brakes, unique Hakone styling and the kind of road feel enthusiasts crave.
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Centro Lamborghini is where old-world Italian craftsmanship meets cutting-edge supercar technology. From in-house carbon fibre production to a carbon-neutral factory and a workforce that still assembles each car by hand, Dan Heyman goes behind the scenes in the heart of Italy’s Modena region to see how modern Lamborghinis are made.
From Nike’s high-performance athletic wear to the refined interiors of Ford vehicles, colour and material designer Kristen Keenan has built a career at the intersection of texture, emotion and everyday usability. In this Vicarious conversation, she shares how inspiration, collaboration and storytelling shape the cars we live with.
The 2025 Ford Mustang GT Convertible stays true to its roots with a thunderous 5.0-litre V8, a satisfying six-speed manual and classic muscle-car style. We spent a week behind the wheel to see how it performs in real-world Canadian conditions.
The 2025 Toyota 4Runner gets a complete ground-up redesign, a tougher platform, updated tech, and the model’s first-ever hybrid option. We test the SR5 to see how Toyota’s legendary off-road SUV performs as a daily driver.
First there was the Hyundai Genesis sedan, a hopped-up rear-wheel-drive. V8-powred luxury flagship from a manufacturer that wasn’t really accustomed...
The 2025 Ferrari 12Cilindri is spectacular—better than you imagine. Powered by a 6.5-litre naturally aspirated V12 that revs to 9,500 rpm and makes 819 horsepower, it channels Ferrari tradition with breathtaking precision. Wet roads in Luxembourg do little to dull the magic of this golden lightning bolt.
The 2025 Acura Integra Type S turns up the heat with 320 horsepower, a smooth manual gearbox, aggressive styling, and a premium Ultrasuede interior. A true driver’s car.
Jaguar may be racing toward an all-electric future, but at Jaguar Land Rover Classic Works in Coventry, history is very much alive. From continuation XKSS models and reimagined Defenders to battle-scarred Bond film cars, this discreet facility is where the brand’s most important stories are preserved, restored and brought back to life.
The 2025 Audi RS e-tron GT Performance proves that electric power can be as emotional as it is efficient. With up to 912 horsepower on tap, a refined grand touring cabin and ultra-fast charging, it attacks alpine switchbacks as confidently as it settles into long-distance cruising.
The 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Preferred LR Ultimate AWD brings strong performance, futuristic styling, and a well-equipped cabin to the EV market. With an 84-kWh battery, 504 km of range, and upgraded Ultimate features, it remains one of the most compelling electric crossovers available.
The 2025 Mercedes-AMG E 53 4MATIC+ Sedan is where performance meets progress. With 577 horsepower, 69 km of electric range, and unmistakable AMG craftsmanship, it’s a hybrid you’ll actually want to drive.
The Baja 1000 is racing at its most extreme—equal parts danger, chaos, culture and resilience. From near-misses and tragedy to Hollywood-style endings, this inside look follows racers, fans, pit crews and legends through dust, silt, heartbreak and triumph at the world’s toughest off-road event.
Hillside hobbit holes, pints at the Green Dragon, and a sandy “spa day” at Hot Water Beach set the tone for a wonderfully odd North Island circuit. Add Rotorua’s geothermal walks and a coastal cruise into Hahei’s sea caves, and you’ve got New Zealand at full wonder—rain or shine.
The 2025 Acura RDX Platinum Elite A-Spec receives a fresh design, new tech, and more refined performance. Kevin Mio tests Acura’s luxury crossover and finds it a compelling blend of comfort and capability.
The third-generation Nissan Leaf has evolved from quirky pioneer to confident contender. We drive the all-new SV+ model through Prince Edward County to see how far it’s come.
Ford turns up the heat on its smallest pickup with the new Maverick 300T project vehicle. Featuring a Mustang-sourced turbocharger, lowered suspension, and nearly 300 horsepower, the street-tuned Maverick previews what’s next from Ford Performance.
A scenic fall drive from Port Colborne to Dunnville sets the stage for our road test of the 2025 Mercedes-Benz CLE 450 4MATIC Cabriolet — a modern grand tourer offering exceptional comfort, smooth power, and open-air luxury along the Lake Erie shoreline.
INFINITI takes its flagship SUV to new extremes with the QX80 R-Spec, unveiled at the 2025 SEMA Show. Powered by a 1,000-hp GT-R twin-turbo V6 and dressed in a custom Midnight Purple wrap, R-Spec transforms the luxurious QX80 into a performance powerhouse.
Lamborghini hosted more than 30 female owners in Palm Springs, California, for the third edition of SHEdrives a Lambo. The exclusive four-day retreat blended scenic drives, track sessions, and luxury experiences to celebrate women who embody the brand’s fearless spirit.
The 2025 BMW M5 Sedan and M5 Touring blend hybrid performance with daily usability. With 717 hp, all-wheel drive, and up to 40 km of EV range, BMW’s newest M cars redefine balance and brutality.
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