2026 SUV and Crossover Reviews

First Drive: Toyota’s Most Sensible 2026 RAV4 Hybrid Isn’t the One You’d Expect

Compact Crossovers Amee Reehal -
It’s the sweet spot of the lineup because it nails what the average driver actually needs, and Toyota knows it.

The Lexus Steering Tech Drivers in North America Won’t Get (For Now)

Lexus EV and Hybrid Amee Reehal -
Lexus’ futuristic steer-by-wire tech transforms the RZ experience. But only if you live on the other side of the Atlantic.

First Drive: Subaru Quietly Built Its Most Capable Little Hybrid Yet

Subaru Crosstrek Amee Reehal -
It slipped off the radar for a few years, but Subaru just brought it back: stronger, smarter, and still built for adventure.

The 408-HP Lexus EV You Didn’t See Coming

Lexus EV and Hybrid Amee Reehal -
Lexus’ first all-electric F SPORT finally gives quiet power a voice.

First Drive: Subaru’s 2026 Forester Wilderness Isn’t Radically Different But Smarter Off-Road

Subaru Forester Amee Reehal -
Latest Forester Wilderness proves evolution beats reinvention.

The 2025 Ford Mustang Mach-E Finally Gets a Heat Pump

Mustang Mach-E Kunal D’souza -
Detroit, MI - It’s been four years since the Mustang Mach-E arrived and expanded the Mustang family to include the iconic muscle coupe and...

Toyota Just Rewrote the RAV4 Playbook for 2026

Compact Crossovers Kunal D’souza -
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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