Toyota plays to win. While it launched its dedicated 3-row crossover, the Grand Highlander, significantly later than many competing brands, it made the wait worthwhile by carefully analyzing the 3-row crossover market and the models designed to address it. It identified the gaps and executed its best ideas and engineering to fill them. This strategy…
Google “overlanding” and the AI view tells you that “overlanding is a combination of off-roading and camping where the journey is the main focus, rather than just the destination. It typically involves traveling to remote destinations in a sturdy vehicle and often involves extended camping trips.” For Americans, it brings to mind a modern version…
There was a time when 4×4 pickup trucks were quite rare. They appeared after Dodge introduced the Power Wagon during World War II. An aftermarket company modified 4×4 trucks for Chevrolet in 1951, GMC launched its first 4×4 in 1956, and Ford followed suit in 1959. Even then, 4×4 trucks remained uncommon until the 1980s,…
The Colorado ZR2 had been lauded for its off-road abilities, but the fact is, it is still a truck that is expected to do pickup truck things and provide decent on-road performance as well. MotorTrend brought a Colorado ZR2 into its long-term fleet a few months back. It had been at the office near…
MSN, Microsoft’s web portal, wastes no time in pointing out that the starting MSRP of $20,400 for the Chevrolet Trax is “…less than half the price of the average new vehicle in the U.S.A.” They spend the rest of the article informing you how desirable the Trax models are, particularly given the price range of…
Becoming a parent is a wild experience that changes many things in life. One thing that sometimes needs to change is the parents’ vehicle choice, as many need a larger model to accommodate the little one or ones. The GMC Acadia is a great option for many parents, but some wonder how well car seats…
If you’re looking for a rugged but dependable 4×4 from a brand with a heritage of building long-lasting, dependable off-roader SUVs, the 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser is probably already on your radar. Fear not. You don’t need to check every box on the Land Cruiser’s option list to walk away with a competent 4×4. The…
Diesel engines aren’t as widely available on dealers’ lots as they were several years ago, but they remain the go-to option for heavy-duty trucks (HD) and towing machines. Chevrolet and GMC are the two lone automakers still offering a diesel option in a light-duty pickup truck, as the Silverado 1500 and Sierra 1500 are both…
Pickup trucks have become everyday vehicles for many people, leading automakers to build them into fantastic all-around workhorses. Motor1.com, a significant automotive publication, recently praised the Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 Bison, awarding the mid-size its coveted Best Truck designation for 2024. While the ZR2 has been out for a while now, the Bison is a more…
For years, Toyota did not have a dedicated three-row crossover despite having multiple SUVs and Crossovers, sometimes more than one in a vehicle segment. They had the Highlander, which could be ordered with a third row. While it’s an amazing vehicle, the third row can still be a bit tight for adult passengers on long…
