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In addition to unveiling the all-new TX in a world premiere on Thursday night, Lexus took the wraps off the completely redesigned 2024 Lexus GX. The Car Guide was on hand in Texas to cover the event, and as you’ll see for yourself on the pictures, this next-generation model is …

Don’t want a Toyota RAV4 ? There’s always the Lexus NX if you don’t mind paying extra. The luxury brand’s compact crossover even has its own plug-in hybrid model now, in case you’re tired of waiting for your RAV4 Prime. As you know, developing vehicle platforms is extremely costly these …

Warranties offered by automakers are something any smart buyer should consider before making a purchase decision. And this goes for some used vehicles, too, because they may still be covered by the manufacturer’s initial warranty. Which car brands lead the way in 2023? As you’ll see below, the list includes …

The Honda HR-V has been around in North America since the spring of 2015, helping the Japanese automaker enter the now extremely popular sub-compact crossover segment. Since then, it’s managed to attract many customers while warding off threats from new players such as the Nissan Kicks, Chevrolet Trailblazer, Hyundai Kona …

Families looking for a three-row SUV may want performance and good towing capability, but some are more interested in a comfortable ride and good fuel economy. Three models are currently available with a hybrid variant, the Toyota Highlander , Ford Explorer and the all-new 2024 Mazda CX-90 . Since the …

Los Angeles, California - After contemplating, scrutinizing and even driving the Euro-spec ID. Buzz , we finally had the chance to get up close and personal with the North American model of this not-so-little electric van. And it's no surprise that the German manufacturer chose the sunny West Coast to …

Supersizing existing models to turn them into larger sub variants is nothing new, but this trend is picking up in the SUV segments. The recipe isn’t secret: take a popular product and increase its size, sprinkle on more technology and convenience, more power, and voilà! Oh yes, bump up the …

There comes a time at around 40 when many car enthusiasts feel the urge to take a trip down memory lane by purchasing a classic from the good old days. Baby boomers had their muscle cars, but Gen X members went through a dark period where the auto industry was …

Toyota has finally unveiled the new Tacoma which has undergone a well-deserved makeover. In addition to its reworked styling, the popular midsize pickup sees its V6 engine replaced by a pair of turbocharged four-cylinder engines, and one of them is a hybrid. The cabin has been extensively upgraded with new …