Many all-new and redesigned vehicles have hit the market over the 2024 model year, but the vast majority of them have done little to move the automotive world forward. While options like the Buick Envista and Toyota Grand Highlander are certainly proving to be sales successes, they simply capitalize on a proven formula rather than […]
Category: Toyota
Toyota’s Prius and RAV4 Lose “Prime” Tag, Still Lead the PHEV Market
A good rebrand can dramatically alter the fate of a company or product. Would Google or Amazon have enjoyed the same success if they had been saddled with their original “BackRub” or “Cadabra” monikers? Would Pepsi ever have taken off as “Brad’s Drink”? It’s hard to say, but one thing is for sure: clarity is […]
Why the 2025 Toyota GR86 Hakone Edition Is a Big Deal
A few months ago, longtime Toyota 86/GR86 enthusiasts got the news they hoped for: The Hakone Edition, which had previously been seen on the 2020 Toyota 86—the final year of the first generation—was making a return. With the Toyota 86 having since been upgraded to the Toyota GR86 under the Gazoo Racing banner, fans were […]
How the Toyota Corolla Saved America During the Gas Crisis of the 1970s
If there’s one thing consumers are always wary of, it’s the never-ending fluctuation of gas prices. Pulling up to the pump only to see that the gallon cost has increased by a few cents is enough to cause aggravation. Now, imagine going for your weekly fill-up, only to see that no gas was available or […]
Five Rideshare-Ready Models to Jumpstart Your Career
The sharing economy has revolutionized everything from food delivery and personal transportation to vacation rentals, camping, and retail. Simply download an app to your smartphone and you could start picking up a little extra work on the weekends or even launch an entirely new career. Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft allow drivers to turn […]
How the Asian Market Turned the Minivan Into a New Type of Luxury Vehicle
Once a staple of ’80s and ’90s soccer mom culture, minivans have faced a precipitous decline over the last few decades, with only four models currently on offer: the Honda Odyssey, Toyota Sienna, Kia Carnival, and Chrysler Pacifica. These roomy family vehicles have been steadily replaced by a new generation of crossover SUVs that provide […]
Toyota Has Revolutionized a Legend With the 2025 Camry
When you’ve been as successful as the Toyota Camry, it’s easy to take a few chances. As America’s best-selling sedan for 22 years in a row, the Camry could simply phone it in, stick to its successful formula, and watch the orders roll in. Toyota has taken a decidedly different approach, boldly reinventing the midsize […]
How Efficient is the 2025 Toyota Camry?
Toyota is an automaker well known for making hybrids, and that goes beyond just the Prius. These days, you can get just about any type of vehicle as a hybrid from Toyota, from a minivan (Sienna) to a pickup truck (Tacoma or Tundra) to a full-size SUV (Sequoia). With cars, Toyota is taking the next […]
Your Guide to the Infotainment Systems of Full-Size Trucks
For many people, full-size trucks are all about full-size power and performance; they focus on engine sizes, horsepower and torque, and capability in terms of payload and towing capacities. Those are all incredibly important things to consider with a truck since half the reason to own a truck is being able to do those things. […]
Meet the Toyota Venza’s Replacement, the Crown Signia
It’s not easy saying goodbye, but if you’re searching for a Toyota Venza for sale, the 2024 model will be its last. After 15 years on the market, the hybrid compact SUV known as the Venza will make way for its replacement, the Crown Signia. It’s always difficult having to train your replacement, but the […]
The Toyota Tundra Takes Terrific Towing Tech to the Top
As far as I’m concerned, a full-size truck is only as good as its ability to get stuff done—and I mean for both work and play. I know there are plenty of people who like a truck for just getting around town and using it like any other passenger vehicle, but that’s not my style; […]
Headed Off-Road With the Toyota Tacoma, 4Runner, and Land Cruiser
For some drivers, off-roading is something to be avoided at all costs. While we certainly understand the preference for paved surfaces, there’s also a lot of fun to be had by leaving the asphalt behind. Off-road vehicles have become an increasingly popular corner of the automotive market in recent years, with more and more brands […]
A Buyer’s Guide to the 2024 Toyota Tundra Lineup
With the Tundra being one of Toyota’s best-selling vehicles and one of the best-selling trucks in its segment, it’s no surprise that truck shoppers looking to get good deals on a Tundra from a Toyota dealer would be shopping high and low for the right kind of 2024 model with the right kind of package. […]
Does the 2025 4Runner and Land Cruiser Justify Their Position in the Toyota Lineup?
There are many models in Toyota’s lineup; take the 4Runner and Land Cruiser, for example; as both SUVs are situated on the same platform, both resemble each other as far as design is concerned, and they tend to share a fair amount of capabilities. They are both suited for off-roading, strong enough to tow impressive […]
Where Are All the Hybrid Three-Row SUVs?
You don’t have to be a parent to want a three-row SUV. After all, these vehicles are great for all types of drivers, especially those who frequently carry passengers and cargo. Whether you’re a weekend adventurer loading up with camping gear or a regular carpool participant trekking into the city with you and your workmates […]
The Toyota Tacoma Brings Hybrid Power to the Midsize Truck Market
The pickup truck is one of the most unique options for drivers to consider. Depending on who you ask, the applications and versatility are endless, with some favoring the chance to utilize it as a reliable workhorse. In contrast, others prefer to have it facilitate their off-road adventures, and some simply use it as a […]
Toyota and Honda Take Different Approaches to Hybrid Powertrains
Hybrids have been around for years, but they have recently been receiving a lot more attention than before due to emissions standards becoming increasingly strict and many top auto manufacturers moving toward greener powertrain designs. Part of this new push to refine and improve the hybrid ecosystem is a bevy of new hybrid SUVs across […]
Does the Toyota Crown Signia Rival the Lexus RX as a Luxury Crossover?
For more than 25 years, the Lexus RX has stood as the pinnacle of the luxury crossover SUV segment. The RX stands for “Radiant Crossover,” and those who have driven the Lexus RX understand why it’s an appropriate name. Not surprisingly, more people visit their Lexus dealer in search of an RX than any other […]
Dearly Departed: Our Favorite Discontinued Cars
If you’re searching for used cars for sale, you might find yourself asking, “Where did they all go?” As the industry continues to embrace crossovers and carries on with its steady march towards electrification, traditional cars are becoming harder to find than ever before. As recently as 2018, car sales represented 22 percent of the […]
Welcome Back, Land Cruiser
2024 is a big year for Toyota SUV fans. After a three-year hiatus, the Toyota Land Cruiser is returning to your local Toyota dealership. Just a few years ago, the Land Cruiser quietly disappeared. Known for being the perfect blend of luxury and off-road capability in one very sharp-looking SUV, many hearts were broken by […]