When most of us think of a car, we think of a sedan-style vehicle. This preconception of what a standard vehicle is might have been challenged in recent years by the surge in popularity of SUVs, but sedans have been the consumer standard for decades. In fact, sedans have been the vehicle of choice since […]
Unless you’ve been living on a deserted island for the past decade or so, you’ve most likely heard of battery-electric vehicles (BEVs). They’ve been taking the nation by storm, offering an efficient and environmentally friendly way to travel, prompting more drivers to ditch the gas station in favor of the charging station. With models from […]
While the sky-high prices we were seeing in the used car market during the height of the pandemic have cooled down, they still haven’t dropped to pre-COVID times. The used car market, put simply, is hot. This means that brands that really stand out must be doing something especially right. One of these brands is […]
Rumors of a track-focused Toyota Supra have been swirling since 2018 when chief engineer Tetsuya Tada casually floated the possibility in an interview. “I would like to see something like that eventually. We are preparing for it,” said Tada. This short quote set off years of anticipation among the Toyota faithful. This was reinforced in […]
Modern vehicles all seem to come equipped with some high-tech safety features. No package is perhaps as complete or adept at protecting passengers as Toyota’s suite of advanced safety features, bundled into what’s known as Toyota Safety Sense (TSS). It was first introduced to the market when it became available on 2016 models across the […]
Back in 1998, I remember my parents trading in their old Buick Riviera for a shiny new Toyota Camry. It was bright white with gold badging, and that thing lasted for decades. It was the car I passed my driver’s license exam in, the car I drifted into a snowbank in, and the car that […]
So you’re narrowing down your choices for your next vehicle, and you’ve landed on the compact SUV segment. Compact SUVs are popular for their versatile nature, delivering car-like handling with SUV-like capabilities. When your passenger needs rarely exceed seating for five, you can escape the higher price tag that comes with a larger SUV by […]
Compact SUVs seem to be the main type of vehicle you see on the road these days. They’re a great combination of versatility and practicality: not as big and hard to maneuver as full-size SUVs, but with more cargo space and leg room for passengers than a sedan-style car. The 2024 Ford Escape, the 2024 […]
Americans are passionate about their trucks, with mid-size, full-size, and heavy-duty workhorses dotting the landscape and dramatically impacting how we work, travel, and play. Trucks are integral to who we are and embody the characteristics that define our nation. They represent our grit and determination, freedom, and penchant for adventure long after a hard day’s […]
Toyota appeals to drivers looking to reduce their carbon footprint but aren’t quite ready to go full electric. Some drivers are comfortable with the technology, while others live without the infrastructure that supports public charging. The automaker has kept this in mind when rolling out plans for its future lineup of vehicles. Toyota is supreme […]
Just because your vehicle burns fuel doesn’t mean it needs to burn a hole in your wallet. If you’re buying an SUV and want to save money, then you have a couple of ways to go about this. First, buying a used car is a great way to immediately save money—sometimes by upwards of $10k […]
The search for a quality half-ton pickup can be difficult if you have specific tastes and needs, as there are so many different models, generations, trims, and configurations—so what’s best if you’ll be prioritizing towing and trailering? Half-ton trucks have great towing capabilities, but not all models can tow to their maximum capacity; for those […]
When you work hard all day, you need a truck that can keep up with you. Whether you’re in the construction business hauling loads of lumber and equipment to the site or in landscaping with the bed of the truck filled with mulch and soil, the truck you choose can make all the difference. Choosing […]
Perhaps no other automotive brand has disrupted business as usual like Toyota. From the moment this wildly popular Japanese automaker first entered the US market, its impact on buyers and competitors has been staggering. From the mid-60s, when fuel scarcity threatened to end America’s love affair with big-block V8 engines, to today, as the electric […]
The 2023 model year brought with it a wave of both all-new and heavily-redesigned vehicles, pushing the industry in fresh directions. Out of all of those models, six stood out as the most influential models in their segments. These vehicles are not necessarily the best selling, most advanced, or most capable models on the market […]
A handful of vehicles might come to mind when you hear the name “Toyota.” The Prius, of course, has been leading the charge in the hybrid game for a long time now, as Toyota knew that hybrids would be a big deal way before anyone else did. In fact, if we can be honest, they […]
When you hear the phrase “Toyota hybrid,” the iconic Prius may be the first model to pop into your head—but Toyota’s lineup is full of hybrids of all shapes and sizes, including several SUVs that are available with either traditional hybrid powertrains (where the battery is recharged through regenerative braking) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles, […]
Over the years, pickup trucks have been known to be strictly utilized for work-related tasks. After all, they get abysmal gas mileage, their interiors are anything but comfortable, and they do not have the space needed to accommodate families. Throughout their decades on the streets, pickup trucks have evolved, which makes all of the above […]
Have you ever noticed that you can tell what type of driver is operating a particular vehicle the moment that vehicle pulls up to you on the streets? For example, when you see a minivan approaching you, there is a fair chance that kids are on board. Likewise, if you see a dirty pickup truck […]
When it comes time to purchase your next vehicle, understanding what each manufacturer is known for can help you determine which brand to shop for. Toyota and Honda are two of the top-selling automakers in the US, so drivers often look to these two brands—especially when they want something reliable and affordable. In 2022, Toyota […]
