Articles Written By Dan Ilika

2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV Review and Video
By Dan Ilika
February 27, 2023

Mercedes is taking the fight to Tesla with familiarity and luxurious finishes.

2023 Acura Integra Manual Review and Video
By Dan Ilika
February 21, 2023

No, this isn’t the Integra you remember – and that isn’t Acura’s fault.

2023 Best Mainstream Performance Car: Honda Civic Type R
By Dan Ilika
February 16, 2023

Making a great car better is no easy feat, but Honda’s engineers have delivered.

2023 Kia Soul EV Review and Video
By Dan Ilika
February 06, 2023

Its range may be limited, but the Soul EV has other factors in its favour.

5 Best 3-Row SUVs for Under $60K in Canada: 2023
By Dan Ilika
January 16, 2023

We take a taxes-in look at the best three-row family haulers on the market.

2023 Lexus UX Review and Video
By Dan Ilika
January 09, 2023

Finally with touchscreen infotainment, this little crossover shouldn’t be overlooked.

2023 Hyundai Palisade Review and Video
By Dan Ilika
December 12, 2022

Without a true entry-level trim, the Palisade’s starting price is a surprise.

2022 Toyota Tundra Hybrid Towing Test
By Dan Ilika
December 02, 2022

Defying conventional logic, this gas-electric half-ton prioritizes effort over efficiency.

Hyundai is Heading Back to the Future – Literally
By Dan Ilika
December 01, 2022

The car that inspired the DeLorean has also influenced Hyundai’s past, present, and future.

Your Next Car Could Be 3D-Printed
By Dan Ilika
November 29, 2022

A successful project needs a solid foundation, and that’s where Xaba comes in.

2022 Ford F-150 Lightning Review and Video
By Dan Ilika
November 28, 2022

The all-electric F-150 might well be the most important vehicle of our generation.

For Hyundai’s New Ioniq 6 Sedan, the Design is in the Details
By Dan Ilika
November 21, 2022

Car designers are a detail-oriented bunch, but there’s a method to the madness here.

Toyota bZ Compact SUV Concept Hints at Automaker’s Next EV
By Dan Ilika
November 17, 2022

This small crossover boasts bulging body lines and a production-ready look.

2024 Subaru Impreza Gets Aggressive Styling, Upgraded Engine
By Dan Ilika
November 17, 2022

The return of the RS trim brings with it an 182-hp engine for a bit more punch.

2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 Looks to Shake Up Segment with Unique Styling, Strong Range
By Dan Ilika
November 17, 2022

The funky-looking sedan blends form and function in a distinctly all-electric package.

Dan Ilika

Dan Ilika

Dan has been working in the automotive industry for the better part of the last decade, splitting his time between automotive media and public relations. Dan graduated from Toronto’s Humber College with an advanced diploma in journalism – print and broadcast. His work as a journalist spans from newspaper to television and the web, reviewing cars in writing and in front of the camera. In his role as Road Test Editor, Dan provides expert insight and analysis of the Canadian new car market.