Toyota Just Rewrote the RAV4 Playbook for 2026

All RAV4s will be hybrid, either with a plug or without. But is this really the right move for the best-selling compact crossover?
Compact Crossovers Kunal D’souza - 0

Editor's Picks

SoCal D90: Refreshing Take on the Mudslinging Defender

Amee Reehal Amee Reehal -
No big front tow hooks, massive roof mounted light bars, or insanely burly tires here. The SoCal 1989 D90 by Arkonik is a clean take on the bold Defender.
Tactical Vehicles

Rezvani’s military grade Hercules 6×6 truck is apocalypse-ready

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If you can afford the Rezvani truck's $225,000 price you can buy a new garage pad. Night vision, 1,300-hp, 6-wheel drive gets things started.
Gear

Pickleball, But Make It Lambo: The BL002 Paddle Drops in April

Ted Kritsonis Ted Kritsonis -
Lambo vibes on the court? This paddle’s got a carbon frame, wild power, and serious swagger.
Cool Trailers and RVs

Brabus’ Blacked-Out Mansion on Wheels with 1,918 lb-ft of Torque

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Forget your Dad's old hand-me-down Winnebago or that glossy new Airstream RV. Roll up to the campsite in this blacked-out Brabus bad boy. The...

Features

2023 VinFast VF 8 (City Plus) First Drive Review

After a full year of delayed promises and unanswered questions, VinFast is finally ready to sell the VF 8 electric crossover in our market. We drove a production-ready, North American example for a closer look.
Electric & Hybrid William Clavey - 0

Buyer's Guides

SUV & Crossover

Ford SUV Models Up Close: Smallest to Biggest

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Shopping for a Ford SUV? Here's the entire lineup from Escape to Expedition, including top features for each.

What Are Studded Winter Tires? Pros & Cons Explained

Suhail Ajmal -
What makes a studdable winter tire different than a conventional snow-rated tire? What are the advantages & disadvantages of studded rubber? We take an in-depth look and explain.
Tire Reviews

Review: Michelin Defender LTX M/S Tires

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The Michelin Defender LTX M/S all-season touring tires promise great tread life, all-season performance, and a smooth ride. So, do they?
Sedan & Hatchbacks

The Best AWD Sedans of 2023: 9 Top Picks You’ll Love

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Long live the 4-door car. Add AWD to the mix and you may just skip the crossover SUVs altogether.

The Latest

Harley-Davidson’s Pan America Concept is Ready for the Off-Road

Concept & Special Edition Motorcycles TL Staff -
Harley-Davidson finally dropped an adventure motorcycle with the new 2021 Pan America middleweight touring bike. Here's the concept version.

10 Things To Know About the New 2020 GMC Sierra 2500 HD Lineup

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From the entry-level SLT & range-topping Denali to the 3500HD dually, GMC's heavy-duty trucks are completely redesigned for 2020. Here are the big changes.

Honda releases 2020 CR-V pricing and adds big updates to model refresh

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Honda's popular compact crossover gets updated in 2020, arriving at dealerships November 2019. Here's the full CR-V US & Canadian pricing and major changes.

How much will Aston Martin’s first SUV cost?

TL Staff -
Aston Martin's first SUV makes its global debut in Bejiing Nov. 20, but the brand has released pricing for the 2020 DBX to get the party started early.

It’s Official: New 2020 Corvette’s 0-60 Time is Bonkers

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When equipped with the Z51 Performance Package, the 2020 Corvette will reach 60 mph in record time - the quickest, most powerful Stingray in history. Crazy.

2021 Silverado HD Carhartt Special Edition

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A sweet 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD LTZ you can buy come fall 2020. Unveiled at SEMA 2019, the Silverado HD Carhartt Special Edition is clean & mean.

Off-Road Bronco R Race Prototype Hints at Production Model (OK, Not Really)

Ford Bronco TL Staff -
Is the Ford Bronco actually coming out? Indeed, sometime early 2020. Meantime, here's a badass Bronco R racer built for the Baja 1000 with a turbo EcoBoost.

BMW’s Compact Crossover Adds Plug-in Hybrid Option with new X3 xDrive30e

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One of the original compact luxury crossovers, the X3 will be available with a plug-in hybrid option when the 2020 X3 xDrive30e arrives in Spring.

In Pictures: 2020 GMC Sierra 2500HD Denali & AT4 | First Drive

Heavy Duty Trucks Amee Reehal -
Completely redesigned for 2020, GMC's heavy-duty Sierra 2500 lineup adds a new AT4 trim for off-roaders plus the first-ever luxury HD truck with the 2500HD Denali.

Miami Vibes: 2020 Wrangler & Gladiator “Three O Five” Special Edition Models

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Designed for the Miami Jeep fans, these special edition Wrangler & Gladiator Sport S models celebrate the open-air freedom lifestyle. Only 305 produced.

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