Mike Schlee

Canada

Managing Editor for @AutoGuide. Been around the industry for a while. Talks about cars, racing, family, dogs, baseball. Member of @AJACanada and @mamaonline

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Ford Introduces 2026 Mutang FX, Inspired by the Fox Body We’re Told

3 weeks ago | autoguide.com | Mike Schlee

Perhaps the coolest part of the FX package are the seats. They are perforated leather seats up front but include a painted-on plaid insert pattern. Even better is the fact this design can be had on the regular seats or the upgraded Recaro buckets. There’s also dual contrast stitching of City Silver and Adriatic Blue on the seats, dash, door panels, steering wheel, and center console. Finally, a Mustang GT IP badge, in the FX Package-specific font, is also added to the interior.
Ford Looks to Set Pikes Peak Record with Super Mustang Mach-E

3 weeks ago | autoguide.com | Mike Schlee

NEW! by Mike Schlee (IC: employee) Ford is no stranger to the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, especially when it comes to electric vehicles. Two years ago the brand brought the all-electric 2023 SuperVan 4.2 and set a record for the Pikes Peak Open Challenge Car category of 8:47.682.
6 Cars That Really Need To Exist Right Now

3 weeks ago | autoguide.com | Mike Schlee

NEW! by Mike Schlee (IC: employee) We all do it from time-to-time. Some of us, like yours truly, does it constantly. What I’m referring to is lounge chair product planning. It’s the art of suggesting, if not outright declaring, what a manufacturer needs to do to improve a brand’s product portfolio. With no need to worry about market research, investment costs, feasibility, or any of those trivial things, we boldly know how to fix the auto industry.
Compact Car Shootout, Toyota BZ, Forester Hybrid: AutoGuide Show EP 72

3 weeks ago | autoguide.com | Mike Schlee

This week we recap our in-depth, 8 compact car comparison shootout. Kyle drives the heavily refreshed Toyota BZ and Mike drives the all-new Subaru Forester Hybrid. Later, we have a special guest from EA Sports on our program to discuss all the details on the new F1 '25 game. Finally, Greg joins us to discuss travel mugs, Colum has all the latest F1 rumors, and Mike and Kyle take a look at what's next. Listen to The AutoGuide Show on your favorite platform: Spotify Google Apple iHeartRadio
McLaren Celebrates Le Mans Winning F1 With 750S Le Mans

3 weeks ago | autoguide.com | Mike Schlee

NEW! by Mike Schlee (IC: employee) The day after McLaren secured a dominate 1-2 finish in Formula 1, the brand is celebrating the manufacturers other race-winning F1 car: the McLaren F1. This June 18th will mark the 30th anniversary of McLaren taking the overall victory at the 24 Hours of Le Mans. That car was the McLaren F1 GTR #59, driven by JJ Lehto, Yannick Dalmas and Masanori Sekiya.
Best Compact Car: 8 Car Mega Comparison

4 weeks ago | autoguide.com | Jeff Wilson |Mike Schlee |Kyle Patrick

NEW! by Kyle Patrick (IC: employee) Not everyone wants to drive an SUV. Sometimes, the humble compact car is the better tool for the job. The advantages are numerous. Not only are compact cars more affordable and offer better fuel economy, they also tend to drive better than their high-riding siblings. The pickings are slimmer now than they were a decade ago, but there are still eight new compact cars available on the market.
The 5 Worst New Car Features

1 month ago | autoguide.com | Mike Schlee

NEW! by Mike Schlee (IC: employee) { "id": "13638214", "alt": "", "title": "", "video_link": "https://www.youtube.com/embed/WCGGdh43dKA", "youtube_video_id": "WCGGdh43dKA" } { "width": 634, "height": 357, "showRelated": true } Technology and innovation are great, but not all features on new cars are good. Some do not work the way they were intended to, some add unnecessary complexity, and others just aren't needed.
New Toyota RAV4, Ioniq 9, Charger 4-Door: AutoGuide Show Ep 71

1 month ago | autoguide.com | Mike Schlee

This week Kyle attends the world debut of the all-new Toyota RAV4. He also drives the Hyundai Ioniq 9 and more. Mike attends the Midwest Automotive Media Association Spring Rally and drives a bunch of cool vehicles. We also discuss the latest set-backs for electric vehicles. Later, we sit down with Myron Vernis to talk about his super cool, unusual, and interesting car collection. Greg joins us to talk portable BBQs and Colum stops by to talk the latest Formula 1 news and rumors.
We're One Of The First To Drive The Four-Door Dodge Charger Daytona

1 month ago | autoguide.com | Mike Schlee

NEW! by Mike Schlee (IC: employee) We're one of the first to get behind the wheel of the Dodge Charger Daytona Scat Pack 4-Door. Having driven the coupe previously, what's this car like? Mostly the same, actually. { "id": "13637044", "alt": "", "title": "", "video_link": "https://www.youtube.com/embed/ashe0Trh4fM", "youtube_video_id": "ashe0Trh4fM" } { "width": 634, "height": 357, "showRelated": true } Become an AutoGuide insider.
New Tiguan, 2 New Toyota EVs, BMW X3, Merc E450: AutoGuide Show EP 70

1 month ago | autoguide.com | Mike Schlee

This week Kyle drives a trio of German cars; the Mercedes-Benz E450, BMW X3, and Porsche 911. Mike takes a first drive in the all-new 2025 Tiguan and we discuss the two new electric SUVs that Toyota has just introduced. Later, we sit down and chat with two of the prominent drivers of the Mazda MX-5 Cup Series and talk reality TV and racing. As well, we take cleaning products with Greg and the latest Formula rumors with Colum. Finally, Mike and Kyle take a look ahead at what will be a busy week.