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

Tuner Cars

Honda’s Top 10 Sports Cars That Set the Standard

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Over the years, Honda has produced some truly groundbreaking sports cars, many of which have gained legendary status.
Culture

Lamborghini Produces Masks & Shields to Fight Coronavirus

Amee Reehal Amee Reehal -
Lamborghini's Sant'Agata Bolognese plant doubles as medical supply centre producing 1000 masks & 200 medical shields a day for Italian healthcare workers.
Porsche Coupes

A Glorious Day Out with the Intermeccanica Speedster

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The Intermeccanica Speedster is a faithful reproduction of  the 1958 Porsche 356A Speedster. Here's what a day with this rare classic is like.
Culture Features

Toyota’s kartSTART Driving Program Puts Kids Behind the Wheel

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Toyota's kartSTART Driving Program puts kids behind the wheel, giving teenagers real world lessons of the physics behind motorized vehicles.

Features

2024 BMW R12 nineT Review: Preserving Tradition with a Modern Twist

When BMW set out to update its R nineT for 2024, there was some trepidation that they might just ruin a good thing. 
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Buyer's Guides

SUV & Crossover

Acura SUV Models Up Close: Smallest to Biggest

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Shopping for an Acura SUV? You have three options only: the compact RDX, mid-size MDX, and first-ever ZDX electric SUV.
SUV & Crossover

Chevrolet SUV Models Up Close: Smallest to Biggest

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Shopping for a Chevy SUV? Here's the entire lineup from the new Trax to Tahoe and Suburban, including top features for each.
Tires

How Long Do Winter Tires Last Exactly?

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So, how long do winter tires last? How many snowy seasons can you expect to get with winter rubber before buying a new set? We explain.
Tire Reviews

Review: Nokian Outpost AT All-Terrain Tires

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A premium all-weather, all-terrain tire for SUVs, crossovers and light trucks, we put the Nokian Outpost AT tire to the test.

The Latest

2022 Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance: Pricing & Power Specs Up Close

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The first model in the new Lexus F SPORT Performance line arrives - packing a 5.0L V8, rear-wheel drive, and dark looks.

NISMO Ramps Up the 2022 Nissan Frontier with 4 New Off-Road Parts

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Nissan's performance division, NISMO adds new 4-inch lights, bed rack, rooftop tent, and performance exhaust to the redesigned 2022 Frontier.

Review: Toyo Observe GSi-6 Winter Tire

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Replacing the Observe GSi-5 and Observe Garit KX, how do Toyo's new high-performance snow tires perform in harsh winter conditions?

Inside the 2022 Acura RDX: A Look at the Quieter, More Premium Cabin

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Interior styling changes are minimal since the 2019 redesign, but expect a significantly quieter, more premium cabin with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as standard.

How Much Will Honda’s New, Fastback-Styled 2022 Civic Hatchback Cost?

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Plus, a look at what's new to the popular 5-door Civic for 2022.

Honda’s Refreshed 2022 Passport Joins the ‘Rugged SUV’ Trend, Adds New TrailSport

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Adventure is evidently calling the redesigned 2022 Passport. Here's a look at what's new.

Ford Expedition Goes Stealth Mode & Gets Lifted ‘Timberline’ Treatment for 2022

Ford Expedition Suhail Ajmal -
The 2022 Ford Expedition expands with new Timberline Edition, a powerful Stealth Performance package, and new driver-assist & connected tech.

First Look Inside Toyota’s Redesigned 2022 Tundra Pickup

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This is Toyota's toughest, most advanced Tundra yet - but what does the redesigned interior have in store? Here's an exclusive look inside the 2022 Tundra TRD Pro.

2022 Jeep Compass Towing Capacity: A Closer Look & Chart

Compact Crossovers TL Staff -
The Compass gains a major design and cabin updates for 2022, but how much can the compact crossover actually tow? Here's a closer look and comparison to its rivals.

Closer look at the 2022 Mazda CX-5’s “Elegant Enhancements” & Changes

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Mazda's top-seller gains worthy 2022 updates and makes i-Activ all-wheel drive standard across the entire CX lineup in the US.

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