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Hybrid vehicles have surged in popularity across Canada in the past year, boosted by slowing demand for fully electric and plug-in hybrid models. Easy for risk-averse drivers to adopt, they are more financially accessible than EVs and simpler to maintain than PHEVs. Hybrid technology improves fuel economy and, in some …

The Toyota RAV4 has replaced its larger sibling, the Highlander , as the most stolen vehicle in Canada according to the latest annual compilation released by Équité Association, which is based on the number of thefts reported in 2024. Despite an overall 19% decrease in vehicle thefts nationwide—a result of …

The last major update to the Lexus IS dates back to the 2021 model year. It mostly involved cosmetic revisions and some tightening of nuts and bolts. Almost nothing has changed since then, making the current IS a very old car. Heck, it’s one of the few that still have …

The automotive world is currently driven by the utility vehicle segment. No one will be surprised to learn that SUVs have dominated sales for several years now. And what’s true for mainstream models applies just as much to the premium category—the one that swaps cloth for leather and plastic for …

Five hybrid vehicles and four all-electric models have made it to U.S. magazine Wards Auto ’s latest ranking of the 10 best engines and propulsion systems. This means that, for the first time, only one conventional vehicle powered by a combustion engine is among the award winners. “Consumers are more …

Owners in Canada are opting to hold on to their aging vehicles longer, and the trend is resulting in a growing number of trips to auto service shops for maintenance and repairs. According to J.D. Power’s 2025 Canada Customer Service Index—Long-Term (CSI-LT) Study, the average number of annual dealership service …

Thirty-five years ago, Lexus entered the Canadian market with the LS 400 and ES 250 sedans, aiming to capture a valuable piece of our luxury car segment. The brand’s unpretentious, low-key luxury philosophy came with a breath of fresh air. And it has remained one of Lexus’s pillars over time.

SUVs and crossovers continue to dominate new vehicle sales in North America, and automakers happily churn out more models for the sake of profitability. Now, for consumers looking to save money at the pump, it's important not to look solely at fuel consumption ratings or to automatically opt for a …

Alongside the new Toyota GR GT road car and GR GT3 race car, Lexus today hosted the world premiere of the LFA Concept in Tokyo, completing a trio of modern Japanese supercars and reviving a legendary nameplate. To be clear, this is the same car we saw at the Japan …

The Toyota RAV4 has replaced its larger sibling, the Highlander , as the most stolen vehicle in Canada according to the latest annual compilation released by Équité Association, which is based on the number of thefts reported in 2024. Despite an overall 19% decrease in vehicle thefts nationwide—a result of …

Once again, Toyota ’s excellent reputation for reliability continues to erode since the launch of the new twin-turbo V6. Remember when the automaker recalled more than 100,000 vehicles, including about 10,000 in Canada, to replace their engines in the summer of 2024? Well, the same kind of problem is occurring …

The Lexus RZ , which receives a substantial update for 2026 , is now on sale at Canadian dealerships. While the price range remains largely unchanged from 2025, there are key differences we need to tell you about. First, a new FWD model called the RZ 350e Signature is now …

Lexus has unveiled four new concepts at the 2025 Japan Mobility Show in Tokyo, and it's safe to say the company didn't hold back. Two of the vehicles are closer to production models, while the other two ride on three or six wheels. Lexus LS Concept The most visually striking …

The Japan Mobility Show (formerly known as the Tokyo Motor Show) is fast approaching, and Toyota has once again planned a number of introductions. Some of the vehicles will not be designed for the North American market, mind you, while others will debut in concept form only. That said, the …

Changing market conditions such as increased availability of models and more aggressive incentive offers, not to mention the recently imposed tariffs, have altered new-vehicle shoppers’ perceptions and habits. However, according to J.D. Power’s 2025 U.S. Automotive Brand Loyalty Study, automakers with strong reputations and those that consistently deliver vehicles aligned …

Lexus launched in Canada back in 1990 with the LS , but the full-size luxury sedan has been an extremely right sight lately. In fact, only 25 units were sold in the country in 2023 and another 28 in 2024. Well, the 2026 model year will be the 36th and …