Articles Written By Dan Ilika

Will Genesis Really Build an Electric Convertible?
By Dan Ilika
November 16, 2022

The Genesis X Convertible concept is a longshot to ever become a reality – but never say never.

2023 Honda Civic Type R First Drive Review and Video
By Dan Ilika
November 15, 2022

After a year-long hiatus, the Type R is back and it’s better than it ever was.

Unsurprisingly, a Manual Transmission Makes the Toyota Supra Better
By Dan Ilika
November 14, 2022

Engagement isn’t this car’s only intangible that improves with three pedals.

2023 Toyota GR Corolla First Drive Review
By Dan Ilika
November 10, 2022

As far as affordable adrenaline goes, it doesn’t get much better than this.

What’s the Difference Between the Chevrolet Bolt and the Bolt EUV?
By Dan Ilika
November 07, 2022

Breaking down what’s shared – and what isn’t – between Chevy’s smallest EVs.

Testing Range – and Resolve – in the 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV
By Dan Ilika
November 07, 2022

Exploring the real-world limits of this EV’s battery returned worrying results.

What is VinFast, the EV Brand Coming Soon to Canada?
By Dan Ilika
November 04, 2022

As the automaker gets set to enter the Canadian market, here’s a look at how it got here.

8 Fun Facts About the 2023 VinFast VF 8
By Dan Ilika
November 01, 2022

A brief test drive revealed eight interesting facts about this upcoming EV.

2022 Porsche Taycan GTS Sport Turismo Review and Video
By Dan Ilika
October 31, 2022

A performance wagon that’s practical, too, the Taycan GTS Sport Turismo is terrific.

2022 Jeep Compass Trailhawk Review and Video
By Dan Ilika
October 21, 2022

This capable crossover might not be the segment’s best, but it shines all the same.

The All-Electric GMC Sierra EV is Coming to Canada – Eventually
By Dan Ilika
October 20, 2022

The Sierra EV Denali was unveiled with the caveat that it won’t come to Canada until 2025.

2023 Volkswagen ID.4 First Drive Review
By Dan Ilika
October 10, 2022

Changes this year are more than meets the eye for VW’s all-electric compact crossover.

2022 Dodge Challenger SRT Jailbreak Review and Video
By Dan Ilika
October 07, 2022

Serving up pure silliness, this supercharged Challenger is special – and expensive.

How Does the 2023 VinFast VF 8 Stack Up Against the Competition?
By Dan Ilika
September 29, 2022

The brand’s first Canadian entry looks competitive but not quite exceptional.

New 2023 BMW XM a Range-Topping Performance PHEV
By Dan Ilika
September 27, 2022

This M-only SUV is the first plug-in from BMW’s performance division.

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.