Tests and Features

There’s a trend toward greener, more economical cars. And while some manufacturers are turning to diesel, Toyota still believes that hybrid engines are the way to go. Although the Lexus line already includes three models with hybrid technology, this year the manufacturer is introducing a brand new car, the Lexus …

Sometimes, when a manufacturer re-engineers a car, the end result is a complete surprise. Take, for example, the 2005 Mustang. A massive redesign, it brought what was considered an aging nameplate into the modern era and introduced America’s ponycar to a new generation of car buyers. Likewise, BMW’s M3 continues …

Whether you chalk it up to climate change, global warming, or just plain old Mother Nature’s fickle nature, there’s no getting around the fact that this year’s weather pattern have been slightly irregular. Even now, halfway through the merry month of May, normally arid climes in British Columbia are suffering …

There’s a lot of fuss made about a vehicle’s name these days. When Lincoln revived the Zephyr nameplate for their entry level sedan, enthusiasts applauded the effort... shortly before Lincoln traded the iconic badge for a trio of nonsensical letters. Likewise, the return of the cute and comical Rabbit to …

Ten years ago, Toyota’s luxury division, Lexus, introduced the RX300 luxury crossover. It became such an undisputed success that when the 2010 RX350 and 450h were unveiled to automobile journalists, the directors at Lexus emphasized that this vehicle had the same impact for Lexus as the Corolla had for Toyota.