Toyota’s UZ engine family is one of the most celebrated lineups in automotive history, powering everything from luxury sedans to rugged SUVs and trucks over a 24-year production run from 1989 to 2013. The family consists of three distinct V8s—each…
According to Kelley Blue Book, the average American paid $49,220 for a new car in May 2026. However, for some buyers, that’s a bridge too far, and it’s natural to look for cheaper options. With the average price of gasoline…
The key to winning a race doesn’t come down to just the driver and the car, it’s a team sport and every role is crucial. Inspired by AO Racing’s Window Guy, the author wants to be a part of a…
The Toyota Hilux, introduced in 1968, earned its reputation through simple engineering, conservative power output, and overbuilt drivetrains. By the 1990s, Toyota’s reputation for building indestructible trucks had been cemented and extended to its 4Runner. The cast-iron 22R-E engine, a…
Volkswagen Group is doubling down on its cost-cutting crusade with a sweeping plan to slash complexity across its sprawling model lineup. The German automotive giant is targeting fewer models and variants, prioritizing high-volume products that sell best rather than maintaining…
Stellantis is plotting a bold strategy to shift its North American sales leadership from Jeep to Ram by the end of the decade. The automaker’s plan, outlined in Automotive News, projects Ram’s annual sales to surge to 825,000 units by…
Car cameos in movies and TV are often treated as throwaway props, but when directors and set designers get it wrong, the results can jolt viewers out of the story. From anachronistic rides in period pieces to implausible rides for…
A 2003 Toyota Tacoma 4X4 with 185,000 miles is up for grabs on Craigslist for $12,500. The extended-cab Tacoma wears Impulse Red Pearl paint, though the clear coat is failing in spots. Under the hood, it’s powered by Toyota’s 2.7-liter…
In a bizarre incident, an alligator assisted police in apprehending a man who fled a traffic stop in Louisiana. The suspect, Victor Rivas, was driving a Toyota Supra recklessly on Interstate 10 and crashed into the concrete barrier, causing a…
Electric vehicle (EV) registrations in the U.S. dropped 9.8% year-over-year in April 2026, marking the smallest decline so far this year and signaling a potential market rebound. The total number of new EV registrations reached 89,147 units, according to S&P…