REVIEWS

toyota gr corolla core canada

 

Review: 2023 Toyota GR Corolla Core

May 16, 2023 / Calvin Chan

 

One of the most raw, focused, and engaging Toyotas ever built, and you don’t need to sell a kidney to afford one. Read more.

 



toyota sequoia platinum capstone canada

 

Review: 2023 Toyota Sequoia Capstone

May 15, 2023 / Calvin Chan

 

Functional luxury matched with high-powered efficiency, the Sequoia finally gets the makeover it deserves. Read more.

 



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Review: 2023 Toyota GR Supra 6MT

May 10, 2023 / Calvin Chan

 

Three pedals and a manual shifter transform the GR Supra from a good sports car to a great one. Read more.

 



lexus rx500h 2023 canada

 

Review: 2023 Lexus RX 500h

May 7, 2023 / Calvin Chan

 

We wanted it to be either the sportiest RX we have ever driven or the most luxurious. It’s neither. Read more.

 



bmw x7 40i 2023 canada

 

Review: 2023 BMW X7 xDrive40i

April 17, 2023 / Calvin Chan

 

Nimble and secure handling matched with strong acceleration and a plush ride, make the X7 one of the more engaging three-row SUVs on the market. Read more.

 



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Review: 2023 BMW M340i xDrive

April 16, 2023 / Calvin Chan

 

A graceful performer with a distinct personality. Read more.

 



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Review: 2023 Rolls-Royce Ghost Black Badge

April 10, 2023 / Calvin Chan

 

Black Badge adds a darker personality, a sportier drive, and a slightly less traditional Rolls-Royce experience. Read more.

 



lexus es300h hybrid f sport design

 

Review: 2023 Lexus ES 300h F SPORT Design

April 9, 2023 / Calvin Chan

 

A generously-equipped luxury sedan that takes fuel consumption seriously. Read more.

 



range rover sport

 

Review: 2023 Range Rover Sport P530

March 17, 2023 / Calvin Chan

 

Jam-packed with features but the new Sport ultimately falls short in some key areas. Read more.

 



crv hybrid touring

 

Review: 2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid

March 16, 2023 / Calvin Chan

 

The Hybrid finally makes it to Canada, and it delivers exactly as promised. Read more.

 



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Review: 2023 Mazda CX-50 Meridian Edition

March 15, 2023 / Calvin Chan

 

With rugged looks and an upscale interior, the CX-50 is a welcome addition to the Mazda portfolio. Read more.

 



bmw 230i base xdrive

 

Review: 2023 BMW 230i xDrive

February 27, 2023 / Calvin Chan

 

Base, base, BMW, baby. The most inexpensive two-door BMW punches way above its pay grade. Read more.

 



acura mdx type s ultra

 

Review: 2022 Acura MDX Type S

February 26, 2023 / Calvin Chan

 

More of a light-hearted take on a sports SUV rather than one that sacrifices utility for the sake of lap times. Read more.

 



land rover defender 130

 

Review: 2023 Land Rover Defender 130

February 21, 2023 / Calvin Chan

 

Now there's a Defender for everyone. Read more.

 



2023 honda passport

 

Review: 2023 Honda Passport Touring

February 20, 2023 / Calvin Chan

 

An honest five-seater SUV that hauls people and cargo without fuss. Read more.

 



michelin x-ice snow tires

 

Review: Michelin X-Ice Snow Tires

February 9, 2023 / Sammy Chan

 

Michelin's latest winter tire inspires confidence in all driving conditions. Read more.

 



ford f-150 electric vehicle

 

Review: 2023 Ford F-150 Lightning

January 30, 2023 / Calvin Chan

 

A game-changing pick-up that should convince casual or light-duty truck owners to jump ship into zero-emission mobility. Read more.

 



benz eqs580 suv

 

Review: 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 SUV

January 16, 2023 / Calvin Chan

 

Added practicality and passenger-hauling capability over the EQS Sedan, but at the expense of driving range. Read more.

 



bmw i7 xdrive60 ev

 

Review: 2023 BMW i7 xDrive60

January 9, 2023 / Calvin Chan

 

A technological showcase in the all-electric space. Read more.

 



jeep wagoneer

 

Review: 2022 Jeep Wagoneer Series II

January 8, 2023 / Calvin Chan

 

The more affordable Wagoneer but far from a no-frills choice. Read more.

 



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Review: 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe

January 7, 2023 / Calvin Chan

 

Rounding out the Grand Cherokee stable is an effective 370-hp plug-in hybrid. Read more.

 



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Review: 2023 Acura Integra 6MT

January 6, 2023 / Calvin Chan

 

It’s a Civic Si with some added garnish and spice. Read more.

 



bmw m850i xDrive cabriolet

 

Review: 2023 BMW iX M60

December 5, 2022 / Calvin Chan

 

A remarkably capable electric SUV that unapologetically sacrifices range for performance. Read more.

 



bmw m850i xDrive cabriolet

 

Review: 2023 BMW M850i xDrive Cabriolet

November 25, 2022 / Calvin Chan

 

A luxurious boulevard cruiser with a sweet V8 engine and masculine GT proportions. Read more.

 



mercedes c-class 2022 sedan

 

Review: 2022 Mercedes-Benz C 300 4MATIC Sedan

November 24, 2022 / Calvin Chan

 

The new C-tandard for compact luxury sedans. Read more.

 



toyota gr corolla gr86 supra

 

Review: Toyota GR Corolla, GR Supra, and GR86

November 14, 2022 / Calvin Chan

 

An impressive trio of sports cars that successfully highlight the brand’s impressive motorsport pedigree. Read more.

 



2022 bmw m550i xdrive canada

 

Review: 2022 BMW M550i xDrive

November 13, 2022 / Calvin Chan

 

The M550i continues to blend comfort with accessible performance, backed up by a torquey V8 and pleasingly curated exhaust notes. Read more.

 



2023 bmw m4 csl canada

 

Review: 2023 BMW M4 CSL

October 19, 2022 / Calvin Chan

 

Living in rarified air, those lucky enough to own a CSL will relish in its raw and engaging drive, fully amplified by BMW’s dedication to lightweighting. Read more.

 



2022 porsche panamera 4 platinum edition

 

Review: 2022 Porsche Panamera 4 Platinum Edition

October 16, 2022 / Calvin Chan

 

An expertly engineered product that successfully instills the essence of the iconic 911 into a four-door sedan. Read more.

 



2022 range rover p530 first edition

 

Review: 2022 Range Rover P530 First Edition

October 14, 2022 / Calvin Chan

 

From melting pavement to coddling occupants in massages, the new Range Rover is a first-class experience worthy of royalty. Read more.

 



2022 jeep wrangler 392 rubicon

 

Review: 2022 Jeep Wrangler 392

October 7, 2022 / Calvin Chan

 

Competition breeds competition, and who wins in the end? We, the consumers. Read more.

 



2023 nissan z performance

 

Review: 2023 Nissan Z

September 29, 2022 / Calvin Chan

 

The new golden age of Z. Read more.

 



2022 subaru wrx cvt spt

 

Review: 2022 Subaru WRX SPT

September 28, 2022 / Calvin Chan

 

The same engaging WRX experience but with a sprinkle of civility and a splash of comfort, no matter which way you choose to row the gears. Read more.

 



2022 bmw x3m competition

 

Review: 2022 BMW X3 M Competition

September 9, 2022 / Calvin Chan

 

For those who want the spice of an M3 in their day-to-day life, wrapped in the unassuming guise of an SUV. Read more.

 



2023 mini cooper jcw 3-door hatchback manual

 

Review: 2023 MINI JCW 3-Door

September 6, 2022 / Calvin Chan

 

Retro-modern styling, a chic interior, and a manual transmission makes this one of the best MINIs around. Read more.

 



2022 maserati levante modena s

 

Review: 2022 Maserati Levante Modena S

August 19, 2022 / Calvin Chan

 

A bold but compromised SUV that never fails to turn a daily commute into a daily escape. Read more.

 



2022 audi r8 v10 performance quattro spyder

 

Review: 2022 Audi R8 V10 Performance Spyder

August 17, 2022 / Sammy Chan

 

The Audi R8 wins us over with a riveting performance and an exhaust soundtrack that we want to play on repeat. Read more.

 



2022 mercedes-amg gt53 coupe

 

Review: 2022 Mercedes-AMG GT 53 4MATIC+ Coupe

August 16, 2022 / Calvin Chan

 

When AMG offers three sport sedans that ride on the same platform and utilize the same powertrain, which do you choose? Read more.

 



2022 subaru brz sport-tech

 

Review: 2022 Subaru BRZ Sport-Tech

August 6, 2022 / Calvin Chan

 

The smiling Toybaru twin delivers the same fraternal driving experience. Read more.

 



2022 mercedes benz amg cls53

 

Review: 2022 Mercedes-AMG CLS 53

July 29, 2022 / Calvin Chan

 

Despite a few weak spots, there’s still charm and style to be found in this purposefully flawed Mercedes. Read more.

 



2022 acura tlx type s

 

Review: 2022 Acura TLX Type S

July 28, 2022 / Calvin Chan

 

Acura hasn’t forgotten how to make an engaging, fun to drive car. The Type S is proof of that. Read more.

 



gmc sierra at4x denali ultimate

 

Review: 2022 GMC Sierra AT4X and Denali Ultimate

July 27, 2022 / Sammy Chan

 

Amenities and creature comforts aplenty, we've never been so impressed by a truck's handling and both on-road and off-road capabilities. Read more.

 



2023 genesis gv60 performance

 

Review: 2023 Genesis GV60 Performance

July 26, 2022 / Calvin Chan

 

A luxurious zero-emission experience that takes inspiration from the pioneers in the field. Read more.

 



honda civic si 2022

 

Review: 2022 Honda Civic Si

July 21, 2022 / Calvin Chan

 

Despite its FWD limitations and meager output, the engagement and involvement that the Si provides are bar none at this price point. Read more.

 



lexus nx350 2022

 

Review: 2022 Lexus NX 350

July 20, 2022 / Calvin Chan

 

The best spec of the NX lineup. Read more.

 



toyota gr86 premium 2022

 

Review: 2022 Toyota GR86 Premium

June 20, 2022 / Calvin Chan

 

The performance deal of the year. Read more.

 



jeep grand cherokee V8 2022

 

Review: 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee V8

June 13, 2022 / Calvin Chan

 

A well-sorted and enjoyable SUV that expertly blends user-friendly interfaces with an impressive list of upscale amenities. Read more.

 



lexus lx600 f sport 2022

 

Review: 2022 Lexus LX 600

June 6, 2022 / Calvin Chan

 

The LX retains its off-roading credentials and age-old charm but we wish Lexus took a bigger gamble with its flagship SUV. Read more.

 



lamborghini huracan sto 2022

 

Review: 2021 Lamborghini Huracán STO

May 31, 2022 / Calvin Chan

 

A theatrical demonstration of a naturally aspirated ten-cylinder wardrum, and how far engineering can take road-legal homologation specials. Read more.

 



ford maverick truck 2022

 

Review: 2021 Volkswagen ID.4

May 30, 2022 / Calvin Chan

 

With an impressive electric range and handsome looks, the ID.4 is worth waiting for if you can stand the infuriating infotainment system and less than thrilling drive. Read more.

 



ford maverick truck 2022

 

Review: 2022 Ford Maverick

May 25, 2022 / Sammy Chan

 

Ford's newest small truck is packed with features, versatile on the road, and fuel-efficient as well. Read more.

 



jaguar f-type r 2022

 

Review: 2022 Jaguar F-Type R

May 16, 2022 / Calvin Chan

 

A thrilling and voluptuous V8 sports car that deserves to be admired and celebrated. Read more.