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Weird and Viral Automotive Stories of 2025

We’re continuing our review of 2025 on an amusing note by taking a look back at the weird, funny and viral stories involving cars and drivers, many of which were featured in our Buzz section. Below are some of those things that made us laugh or scratch our heads here …December 27, 2025

On this day in history: December 27

1945: The production of the Volkswagen resumes after the Second World War, despite a factory almost completely destroyed by bombing.

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Watch: Hennessey Delivers Fastest Christmas Tree Run Ever with 2026 Corvette ZR1

Texas-based tuner Hennessey, which is well-known for its high-powered car conversions, recently held its seventh annual Christmas Tree Run, this time using a 1,064-horsepower 2026 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 . The team managed to reach a speed of 196 mph (315 km/h) on the runway at Chase Field Airport in Beeville, …December 24, 2025

After 90 Years and Final F-PACE Built, Jaguar Turns to New Era

Jaguar officially wrapped up production of the F-PACE compact luxury SUV on December 19 at the Solihull plant in the U.K., marking the end of a long story that dates back to 1935 with the birth of Jaguar's first road cars. The final unit, an SVR model sporting a black …December 23, 2025

2025-2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV is Too Quiet for Transport Canada

The best-selling Chevrolet Equinox EV electric crossover has just been hit with a new safety recall because a software issue could cause the pedestrian warning system not to work properly in some cases. As you probably know, Transport Canada requires electric vehicles to make sounds at certain levels when operating …December 23, 2025

2026 Kia K4 Hatchback Arrives as Canada’s Cheapest 5-Door Compact Car

The all-new 2026 Kia K4 Hatchback will arrive at dealerships in January—straight from a factory in Mexico—and today's pricing announcement brings good news for Canadian customers. Indeed, it becomes the most affordable hatchback in the country, with a manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) of $24,795. That's $25 less than the …December 23, 2025

Find the Odd One Out: Camry, Accord, Sonata or Altima?

The answer to the question above could be any one of these four cars. For example, the Toyota Camry is the only one that is exclusively hybrid, while the Honda Accord is the only one that doesn't offer all-wheel drive. The Hyundai Sonata ? Well, it's the only non-Japanese car. December 22, 2025

One More Recall From Ford, Which Leads 2025 Recalls List

Stop us if you’ve heard this one before: Ford has just issued another recall. This one involves the 2024-2026 Mustang Mach-E , 2022-2026 F-150 Lightning and 2025-2026 Maverick Hybrid . More than 272,000 units are affected in the U.S. The number in Canada amounts to 49,973. The issue comes from …December 22, 2025

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

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

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