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

Ford F-150

Automotive Students Get Up Close with New 2015 F-150 Alongside Ford’s Design Engineer

Amee Reehal Amee Reehal -
Ford of Canada ergonomics engineer discusses the design of 2015 F-150 with Calgary SAIT automotive students. Including 10 new features.
Cool Trailers and RVs

Airstream’s new tough & lightweight Basecamp Trailer

Amee Reehal Amee Reehal -
We can’t all afford to buy dedicated a recreation vehicle, let alone to store it. The Airstream Basecamp Trailer is the next best thing.
Motorcycles

2019 Honda CB300R Blends Modern Design with Retro Styling

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Discover the 2019 Honda CB300R: its design, performance specs, and where it fits in the motorcycle market.
Tactical Vehicles

1,000-hp 2020 Rezvani TANK Built for the Streets

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Is your full-size SUV not cutting it? Maybe it’s time for an XUV. The 2020 Rezvani TANK is a street-legal, 1,000-hp beast with thermal/night vision system.

Features

First Look: 2024 Buick Envista Compact Crossover

The not-so-small small SUV. Buick’s momentum continues with a new premium sportback-styled crossover at a price that won’t break the bank.
Luxury Compact Crossover Amee Reehal - 0

Buyer's Guides

Sedan & Hatchbacks

5 Best 2015 Cars for Those Who Don’t Want a Crossover

Chris Chase -
If SUVs are not your thing, here are our 5 picks for the best 2015 used cars. All affordable, non-European sedans that won't break the bank.
Mid-Size Trucks

Small Trucks Rise Up: Every New Model to Know About

Chris Chase -
Compact but capable, small trucks are redefining utility and style.

How Long Do Car Tires Last & When Should They Be Replaced?

Kelly Taylor -
It's important to know when to replace car tires. But, how long do they last? When is it the right time? We take an in-depth look.
Electric & Hybrid

8 Top Luxury Electric Sedans to Buy in 2024

TL Staff -
Skip the electric SUVs and opt for a luxury four-door car that's packed with power and style— and comes with a hefty price tag.

The Latest

Is a Lexus TX Worth More Than a High-Spec Toyota Grand Highlander?

Luxury Mid-Size SUV & Crossover Graham Heeps -
New premium three-row SUV goes toe-to-toe with Platinum Max-badged Toyota cousin.

Mercedes-Benz x NIGO Revive 90s Style with the EQS 600 SUV Collab

Culture Amee Reehal -
Mercedes-Benz and NIGO channel 90s aesthetic in the new EQS 600 SUV collaboration, based on a restored G-Class from the era.

The 2025 SUVs Worth Waiting For: New and Redesigned Models Only

SUV & Crossover Lee Bailie -
Our ongoing list of brand new and redesigned 2025 SUVs and crossovers: subcompact/compact, mid-size, full-size, and all-electric models.

DB12 Goldfinger Edition Honours Six Decades of 007

Culture TL Staff -
The DB12 Goldfinger Edition celebrates Aston Martin's six-decade partnership with the James Bond franchise, bringing cinematic luxury to this special model. Sixty years later,...

Here’s How Toyota is Shaping a Sustainable Future

Toyota EV & Hybrid Lee Bailie -
Playing the sustainability long game. For Toyota, it’s a multi-faceted approach.

First Drive: 2025 Kia Carnival Hybrid Brings Efficiency But No AWD

Minivans Daniel Rufiange -
San Diego, CA—Kia is one of only four manufacturers that still offers a minivan. Cudos to the Korean, as too many players have abandoned this...

Review: BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO3

Tire Reviews Lee Bailie -
BFGoodrich has a well-earned reputation for being an all-terrain tire leader, but does the KO2’s worthy successor really add more value?

First Look: 2025 Ford Expedition Steps Up with New Tech & Trims

Ford Expedition Lee Bailie -
Ford’s biggest SUV is all-new with more tech, versatility and new models including the off-road ready Expedition Tremor.

The Porsche X Almond Surfboard Collection Brings Vintage 911 Vibes to the Ocean

Gear TL Staff -
Back in 1963, when the Germans were blessed with the first 911 hitting the roads, Southern Californians were busy hitting the coast as surf...

Honda Brings Retro Vibes Back to North America with 2025 Dax 125

Motorcycles TL Staff -
Featuring chunky tires, a folding handlebar, and the iconic T-bone frame, The Dax 125 returns with a fitting tribute to the original CT70.

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