The Most Confused CR-V Yet? TrailSport Meets Hybrid for 2026

For buyers who want to look the part without dealing with body-on-frame sacrifices, the this could be the sweet spot.
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Editor's Picks

Concept & Special Edition Motorcycles

25th Anniversary 2018 Ducati Monster 1200 Announced

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Special Edition Ducati Limited to 500 Units. To commemorate, the Italian motorcycle brand unveils the 2018 Monster 1200 25° Anniversario.
Tuner Cars

Mad Cow: An Insane 475-HP 1998 Acura Integra GS-R

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This Acura Integra GS-R is one crazy beast, boasting 475-horsepower from its 1.8L, 4-cylinder powerplant.
Culture Features

Chevy Road Trip to the TELUS World Ski & Snowboard Festival

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Celebrating it's Sweet Sixteen this year, the 2011 TELUS World Ski & Snowboard Festival (WSSF) recently wrapped up in Whistler. Running from April 15 -...
Tuner Cars

Classic Charm with Modern Muscle: 1977 Toyota Celica Turbo Modified

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Old-school charm with some modern love, this gorgeous classic gets a Mercedes-Benz throttle body, new turbo, Alpine audio, and an HKS turbo timer to get things started.

Features

SEMA 2023’s Off-Road Revolution: These 10 Overlanders Stole the Show

The unsung heroes of the SEMA Show. Here are 10 adventure machines for some off-the-grid inspiration.
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Buyer's Guides

SUV & Crossover

These 2021 SUVs Were New Then & Still Great Used Options Now

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Shopping for a used SUV? These 2021 models were fully redesigned and are worth a look today, including new electric SUVs at the time.
Mid-Size SUV

All 3 Toyota Land Cruiser 2024 Models & Shared Specs Up Close

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So, you want to buy the new Land Cruiser SUV. You've got three grade choices - well, it's more like two choices. We explain.
Motorcycles

7 Great Dual Sport Adventure Motorcycles for Every Rider

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Tackling the morning commute to traversing mountains after work, these dual sport adventure motorcycles top our list.
Gear

Gear Up: 4 Essential Light Jackets to Hit the Road

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The best light jackets for men should not only be compact and easy to travel with, but should offer protection against the elements.

The Latest

Toyota Just Rewrote the RAV4 Playbook for 2026

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All RAV4s will be hybrid, either with a plug or without. But is this really the right move for the best-selling compact crossover?

Toyota’s New C-HR Isn’t Playing It Safe

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Most compact crossovers play it safe. The 2026 C-HR didn’t get that memo. But will the European-built model do well in North America?

Can’t Afford a 911? This 2025 GR86 Might Be the Next Best Thing

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Track-ready and dripping in yellow, the GR86 Yuzu Edition revives Scion FR-S vibes in a rare limited-run package.

Lincoln SUV Models Up Close: Smallest to Biggest

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Shopping for a Lincoln SUV? Here's the entire lineup from Corsair to the redesigned 2025 Navigator.

7 Big Changes Coming to the 2026 Subaru Outback Wilderness

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From chassis-mounted seats and a smarter X-Mode to a more rugged interior and a roof built for tents and heavier gear.

The New Black Label Navigator Is a Lesson in Selling Luxury

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The new Black Label 2025 Navigator is about more than just a new trim, it’s about buying an experience.

Subaru SUV Models Up Close: Smallest to Biggest

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Shopping for a Subaru SUV? Here's the entire lineup from Crosstrek to Ascent, including the top features for each.

Goodbye Wagon, Hello Boxy SUV: The 2026 Subaru Outback Arrives

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Pour one out for the loss of another wagon on our shores. Thanks to the demise of the famed Legacy nameplate, the all-new 2026...

Upgraded 2026 Subaru Solterra Gets a Second Chance to Entice Customers

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Subaru got off to a rocky start with the Solterra, its first EV based on the unfortunately named Toyota bZ4X. The Solterra faced a...

2026 Subaru Trailseeker is a Bigger Solterra with More Power

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The Trailseeker is still based on the Toyota bZ4X, but it's more rugged and off-road capable than Soterra could ever be.

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