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?
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Editor's Picks

Norton Drops a Pair of Gorgeous 2019 Neo-Naked Modern Scramblers

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Norton Motorcycles debuted two stunning 2019 modern scramblers harkening back to iconic bike builder's past. 2019 Ranger & Nomad are on sale now.

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.
Car Reviews & News

FCA Plant Shifts Gears to Produce Face Masks Amid COVID-19

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FCA is getting ready to make face masks for doctors, nurses and first responders working on the front lines of the coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic.
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

First Drive: 2025 VW Jetta Balances Value with German Precision

Refined design, more standard features, and the same fun-to-drive experience—all at great value. We take the new 2025 Jetta GLI for a drive.
Compact Sedans Kunal D’souza - 0

Buyer's Guides

Subaru Outback

Top Picks: 7 Subaru Outback Tires Worth Considering

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Here are some top tire choices to help get you started, including affordable and more premium.
SUV & Crossover

These 7 SUVs Will Conquer the Cold

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Screw winter. Here are 7 Top SUVs, both affordable and premium, that can take on snow like a pro.
Mid-Size Trucks

Small Trucks Rise Up: Every New Model to Know About

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Compact but capable, small trucks are redefining utility and style.
Tire Reviews

Review: Goodyear Wrangler TrailRunner AT Tire

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Goodyear's new Wrangler TrailRunner AT promises to be a tough, dependable all-terrain SUV tire with on- and off-road performance. So, what's the verdict?

The Latest

Making Trax: Exploring Charlevoix in Chevy’s Redesigned Subcompact SUV

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Charlevoix, QC — Massive colonial structures like the Vieux-Québec and Citadelle of Québec, stone buildings dating back hundreds of years, and old narrow cobblestone streets...

Ford’s Badass Raptor-Spec Ranger Is Heading to North America (Finally)

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All that begging must have paid off. Ford's high-performance small truck is finally coming to North America. Here's a look at its release date, price, and specs.

Weekend Essentials #3: New Gear You Need

Gear TL Staff -
This Week: Porsche 911 Speaker 2.0 for home, Kootenay Titanium Carabiner Clip for travel, and the Omega Speedmaster Super Racing watch everyday.

Crisp & Clean: Ford Mustang Mach-E Premium Ice White Appearance Package

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Forget the blacked-out looks. This Mustang SUV looks sharp in all white. Closer look at the Mach-E Premium Ice White Appearance Package for 2022.

GMC’s Limited HUMMER EV Omega Edition Truck & SUV for 2024

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Will the 2024 HUMMER EV Omega Edition send you into orbit? Probably not. But it's a badass-looking electric hauler with a distinct matte blue, limited and only available on the 3X Pickup & SUV 2024 models.

2023 Tundra CrewMax Platinum L: Up Close with Toyota’s Range-Topping Pickup

Toyota Tundra TL Staff -
If you're shopping for a luxury half-ton truck with gas power & loads of tech, then the top-of-the-line Tundra Platinum L might fit the bill.

2022 Toyota Tundra i-Force Max (Hybrid) CrewMax Capstone Review

Toyota Tundra Graham Heeps -
Toyota’s new pickup gets a powerful hybrid powertrain and an upscale cabin. So, is the premium Capstone worth it?

Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RR Bond Edition: Happy 60th, 007

Concept & Special Edition Motorcycles TL Staff -
Fans of the classic Triumph Bonneville in the latest James Bond film, "No Time To Die" will appreciate this one. Inspired by that bike,...

2024 Subaru Crosstrek First Drive Review

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No subcompact SUV can touch the Subaru Crosstrek’s off-road chops, proven AWD & overall practicality. We put Subie's smallest SUV to the test.

Kimera EVO37 Returns with Martini Livery

Coupes TL Staff -
Here's your second-chance to get a Kimera EVO37 tribute car - but now, with officially-licensed Martini livery directly inspired by the 037.

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