The 2020 Toyota 4Runner is a rugged, venerable midsize SUV that has been in production since the early ’80s. For good or for bad, this off-roader has seen relatively few major changes in recent years. But is the Toyota 4Runner up to date on safety? The IIHS and NHTSA, two important automotive safety organizations, have …

Why was 2019 the 43rd year in a row that Ford’s F-series was the top-selling pickup truck in the US? Or asked another way, Why was Ford’s F-series the top-selling vehicle in the US for the 38th year in a row? How is it that Ford sold just shy of 900,000 F-series trucks in 2019? …

Earlier this month, Chevrolet announced that both the Tahoe and the Suburban would be redesigned for 2021 Both SUVs grew in size and have more added features than previous years. While some were less than thrilled about this decision, Chevy seems confident that the cars will be well-received. A must-have feature for many drivers is …

SUVs are designed to transport a lot of passengers, which means the interiors have a lot of space for everything they may need to transport. However, some SUVs have better features than others. But the interior of the Chevrolet Suburban has been described by critics as both stylish and functional. The 2021 Suburban was just …

Toyota is a brand that consistently receives praise for its reliability. It recently ranked third on Consumer Reports’ list of top 10 automakers that make the most reliable cars. But does that sterling reputation apply to all vehicles in the carmaker’s lineup, even the ones that haven’t been updated all that much?  One example we’re …

The Jeep Compass is gaining popularity among consumers. You may be considering adding one to your garage this year. It may be important for you to have performance, fuel efficiency, or connectivity options. Perhaps you’re undecided on which trim level is best for you. One significant aspect that might affect your buying decision is the …

How did the 2020 Honda Pilot get to $50,000? Yes, it’s a great three-row SUV if you’re on a budget. At least it used to be if you were on a budget. The Black Edition is new for 2020 and is the top of the heap as Pilots go. That’s why it’s so expensive. Maybe …

Although the Chevy Silverado has slipped in sales recently, the truck regularly outsells its GMC version and comes with numerous standard features. It’s also stolen less often than the F-150. Still, GM knows there’s always room to broaden the Silverado’s appeal and improve on its design. The automaker is considering bringing back the single cab …

For being the most important SUV that Ford makes the new Explorer has been a disaster from one end to the other. Now comes news that overall 2019 Ford sales dropped 1.3% due to the Explorer’s disastrous issues. Sales in the fourth quarter were down 15% after the disastrous third quarter when sales plummeted almost …

If you need a reliable truck that can get the job done, the Chevy Silverado 1500 is a good bet. It’s also one of the most customizable trucks on the current market. Drivers can choose between five different engines, three transmission options, and seven great performance packages. If you need to save some money, a …

A regular-sized pickup is great for daily driving, off-roading, and regular light towing jobs. If the job requires more power, you’re better off with a heavy-duty model. Many truck drivers love the Ram 2500 because of its durability and high towing capacity. When properly equipped, it can tow up to 15,000 pounds. While it’s not …

Owning a truck doesn’t have a lot of downsides. Trucks are great vehicles for lugging heavy equipment to work sites without any decreased performance. Most of these cars can tow upwards of 10,000 pounds or more when fully loaded. They’re also a top pick for off-roading enthusiasts. Still, it happens to every truck owner eventually: …

A few months ago, we reported that a military-grade Jeep was revealed at the annual exhibition of the Association of the U.S. Army. The Gladiator Extreme Military-Grade Truck, or XMT for short, is a new Jeep Gladiator variant to be developed for the military. But the question on many people’s minds is: will the pickup truck be available …

For consumers with large families, cars with a lot of seats and trunk space are a necessity. For this reason, most families will use a full-size SUV as their primary car. However, new SUVs are generally a little more expensive than the average vehicle.  Because of this, SUV buyers want to make sure they get …

Part of the fun of owning a Jeep Wrangler is customizing it. Whether you add decals, go for a custom paint job, or install a tent so you can camp while off-roading, there are a lot of options to make a Wrangler uniquely your own.  Not everyone is interested in jazzing up their Wrangler, however. …

90s Japanese SUVs, like the Nissan Patrol and Acura SLX, are big right now. Especially ones the US never got, like the Toyota Mega Cruiser and Suzuki Jimny. And some of the most popular ones come from Mitsubishi. Like Ford did with the Bronco R, Mitsubishi took its SUVs rally-racing, at the arduous Paris-Dakar. But …

When it comes to popular off-road SUVs, it’s hard to top the Toyota 4Runner and Jeep Wrangler. Their designs and rugged features make them the #2 and #1, respectively, least-depreciating vehicles in the US. Muscle cars get traded in for Wranglers, and the Jeep is now available with a diesel; soon, a plug-in hybrid version …

While the paperwork behind the merger between PSA and FCA is done, the effects won’t be felt immediately. The merger will impact brands from both groups, in positive and negative ways. More importantly, the FCA merger will impact consumers inside and outside the US. Potentially, it could mean that markets everywhere will finally get to …

We knew that if the earlier quarter production figures held up for Q4 that Ram would beat Chevy for second place in pickup truck sales, and it has. For the first time ever Chevy has slipped to third behind Ram. No one could have seen this coming. Here’s our best shot at what caused this …

Do you remember Quadrasteer? It was a revolutionary steering feature for Chevy and GMC pickups. The system allowed any truck it was installed on to have a turning circle of a Chevy Spark. It was a four-wheel steering system, and those who stepped up raved about it. Quadrasteer made its debut in 2002 in the …