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

The Grunt is Volcon’s first all-electric off-roader offering range, power & big knobby tires

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Austin, TX-based Volcon Inc. hits the scene as the first all-electric, off-road powersports company. Here's their first vehicle: the Grunt.
Camper Vans

2016 VW California Camper Van New & Improved

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Long live the travelling van - Volkswagen unveils the 2016 VW California Camper Van.

Review: Leatherman Tread Multi-Tool Bracelet

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Leatherman touts their Tread bracelet as "the world’s first wearable multi-tool." But is it as functional as you'd think? Our full review.
Toyota Coupes

Lost and Found: A Slammed 1991 Toyota MR2 Turbo

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After an Evil Knievel–style street racing crash, this owner's MR2 went into hiding during its lengthy rebuild. The result was worth the wait.

Features

Abused, Beaten and Broken: TJ Cycle’s Honda XR500 Speedway Replica

Sometimes, all motorcycles need is a little love and nurturing and they have a whole new life - like this road-legal speedway replica.
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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.
Electric & Hybrid

VinFast SUV Models Up Close (2024/2025): Smallest to Biggest

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Smallest to biggest, these are the latest VinFast SUV models to know about.

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.
SUV & Crossover

Kia SUV Models Up Close: Smallest to Biggest

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Shopping for a Kia SUV? Here's the entire lineup from Soul to the new Carnival Hybrid, including top features for each.

The Latest

Raptor-Powered 2019 F-150 Limited Ramps Up the Luxury

Ford F-150 TL Staff -
The 2019 F-150 Limited arriving late 2018 might just be Ford's best pickup - if power, luxury, and advanced tech are important to you.

Furrion Elysium Concept Might Be the Ultimate American RV

Adventure Vehicles TL Staff -
If you're shopping for the best RV, maybe the Furrion Elysium will cut it. 4k TVs, hot tub, too much tech, and a helicopter. Arrives in 2019.

2018 Hyundai Ioniq Electric Plus PHEV Review: A Hybrid for Hatchback Fans

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A new Hyundai hybrid hits the scene. We review the 2018 Ioniq Electric Plus - a middle ground between the EV and the standard hybrid car.

Dodge’s 2019 Challenger R/T Scat Pack 1320 Built for the Quarter-Mile

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Going on sale late 2018, the 2019 Dodge Challenger Scat Pack 1320 takes the street-legal production muscle car to another level.

2019 Infiniti QX50 First Drive Review

Luxury Compact Crossover Kelly Taylor -
The highly anticipated Infiniti crossover has arrived. The 2019 QX50 is completely new with a sharp redesign inside and out. But how does the breakthrough VC-Turbo engine actually perform?

LEGO’s Iconic Aston Martin DB5 from Goldfinger Comes to Life

Gear TL Staff -
LEGO brings Bond’s most iconic car to life with the 1290-piece Aston Martin DB5 from the 1964 hit film Goldfinger.

2018 Subaru Outback 2.5i Premier Review: Holding onto Its Wagon Roots

Subaru Outback Chris Chase -
We review the 2018 Subaru Outback 2.5i Premier - the highest trim level before stepping up to the more powerful Outback 3.6R.

The Rezvani Tank Military Edition Should Checkoff Most of the SUV Must-Haves

Tactical Vehicles Amee Reehal -
The ultimate combat SUV for suburban families for $300K? We're sold.

New 2019 Outback Starts Under US$27,000 & EyeSight Now Standard

Subaru Outback TL Staff -
The Subaru Outback was updated for 2018. For 2019, EyeSight & 6.5" screen come standard across all models, with an entry price of US$26,345.

Ford’s New 700-hp Drifting, Fighter Jet-Inspired Mustang GT

Ford Mustang TL Staff -
Drifting champ Vaughn Gittin Jr. and Ford Performance link up to produce a one-off Pony car: the 700-hp widebody Eagle Squadron Mustang GT.

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