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 …

Despite nearing the end of its current lifecycle, the Toyota Corolla remains one of the best buys in the compact car segment. It offers the same desirable attributes it’s always had: excellent reliability, low ownership costs (maintenance and fuel consumption) and high resale value. That said, many potential customers could …

The Toyota RAV4 is the best-selling compact SUV in Canada and the U.S. Over 14 million units have been manufactured to date, including 4 million right here in Canada since 2009. Around 925,000 of those have been sold locally, and Toyota Canada intends to reach one million units to celebrate …

If you're looking to get your hands on a new vehicle without an automatic transmission, we recommend you act sooner rather than later. There are only 24 options remaining for the 2026 model year, and they're mostly sports cars aimed at serious driving enthusiasts. Unsurprisingly, that number is down from …

New vehicle sales don't tell the whole story when it comes to assessing the value of auto companies, especially in the current economic climate with tariff pressures and the slowdown in electric vehicles. Consumer volatility is another issue. This week, Interbrand released its 2025 ranking of the world's most valuable …

The carbon tax may have been axed in most of Canada (Quebec still has one), but gas prices will keep rising in the future. In order to save money at the pump, many drivers are changing their habits on the road or turning to greener vehicles. On that note, we …

When it comes to shopping for your next vehicle, would you rather have performance or fuel economy? Why not both at the same time? Now more than ever, it’s possible to enjoy the best of both worlds, particularly thanks to electrified powertrains. Anyway, some models aim to help drivers save …

Safety, technology and emissions regulations are making the development of new sports cars increasingly difficult. This is why several manufacturers, including Toyota , are partnering with others to design or redesign models not intended for high-volume production. The GR86 and GR Supra , co-developed with the Subaru BRZ and BMW …

Off-road and adventure-focused SUVs are increasingly popular across the auto industry. Of course, some have far greater capabilities than others and can tackle formidable terrain ( Jeep Wrangler , Ford Bronco , Toyota 4Runner , to name a few), but they come at a price. For the average driver who …

The spiritual successor to the Toyota 2000GT and Lexus LFA will soon be unveiled at a special event in Japan, which The Car Guide will be attending. This is the production version of the Toyota GR GT3 race car concept that debuted at Tokyo Auto Salon in early 2022. Camouflaged …

Good news for owners of certain 2023 and 2024 Toyota RAV4s : the company will extend its warranty on the rear electric motor's high-voltage cable, as it previously did for 2019-2022 RAV4 Hybrid s. A service campaign to address cable corrosion (by applying a protective seal) and extend the warranty …

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 …

Japanese auto giant Toyota said Thursday it will invest $10 billion in the United States, confirming earlier comments from President Donald Trump on a visit to Asia. Trump created some confusion by saying in October that Toyota CEO Akio Toyoda had told him in Tokyo about the investment plan. "They …

Toyota has finally unveiled an all-electric pickup. The only problem: North America won’t get it. Why? Because we’re talking about the Toyota Hilux, an extremely popular truck overseas that isn’t sold in Canada or the U.S., where the Tacoma prevails. With its completely redesigned ninth generation, a battery-powered variant will …

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 …