Brian Normile

3 weeks ago | cars.com | Brian Normile

One of the more eye-opening parts of our experience thus far with the redesigned 2025 Toyota 4Runner has been its price tag. Both in our first drive review and the story on the purchase process for our long-term 4Runner, we’ve noted just how pricey this generation is relative to its predecessors. We opted for the Premium version of the 4Runner TRD Off-Road (“Premium” is a designation that’s also available on the 4Runner TRD Sport), but what makes it premium besides its price?

1 month ago | cars.com | Brian Normile

“Good enough” seems to be the running theme of the RAV4 Hybrid. The interior looks a bit dated, but it’s laid out well, and there are a ton of physical controls, which we always like to see. I really like the grippy, textured rubber material on the knobs and door handles, though I worry about how well these materials will hold up after a few years of consistent use, sunlight, and hot and cold temperatures.

1 month ago | cars.com | Brian Normile

What’s New With the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV Trail Boss? The Trail Boss gets a 2-inch lift and 35-inch all-terrain tires wrapped around 18-inch wheels, along with front tow hooks in red, unique front styling that allows for higher angles of approach, Trail Boss exterior badging and a trim-specific interior. Chevrolet adds a Trail Boss-specific Terrain mode for low-speed off-road driving, which gives the Trail Boss what Chevy describes as “sharper” four-wheel steering.

1 month ago | cars.com | Brian Normile

Hot on the heels of updates to the bestselling CR-V compact SUV, Honda has announced updates to the 2026 HR-V subcompact SUV. Exterior visual changes are fairly minor, but inside the HR-V, lower trims now get the same interior tech as the top EX-L trim, and there are some additional cosmetic enhancements. Related: Here Are the 10 Cheapest New SUVs You Can Buy Right NowWhat’s New for the 2026 Honda HR-V?

1 month ago | cars.com | Brian Normile

While the PHEV’s heft is noticeable, the weight of the battery pack helps keep its center of gravity relatively low. And even with three-plus tons of weight, the Autobiography PHEV’s 543 hp and 590 pounds-feet of torque is more than enough to make it feel quick. Land Rover quotes its 0-60 mph time at 4.7 seconds, which certainly feels accurate. What it never really feels like, though, is a sports car. Power delivery is smooth, not aggressive.