Dave Goldberg

United States

Automotive Journalist at Hotcars

Automotive journalist and lifelong car enthusiast.

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Articles

The Easy Way To Tell Which Side Your Gas Tank Is On

1 week ago | slashgear.com | Dave Goldberg

Filling up your car's gas tank should be a no-brainer activity, on par with brushing your teeth or tying your shoes. But pulling up to the pump can be a hassle if you don't know which side the gas cap is on. Rather than attempting to stretch the hose across the trunk or navigating a tricky close-quarters U-turn, the best method involves the shortest distance between the pump and the filler pipe.
Toyota Hybrid SUVs: Which Models Are Still Sold & Which Have Been Discontinued?

1 week ago | slashgear.com | Dave Goldberg

Since launching its first hybrid vehicle in the U.S. with the 2001 Prius, Toyota has steadily expanded its use of hybrid technology. Today, every Toyota SUV and crossover is available with a hybrid powerplant. Nine models make up the 2025 Toyota SUV hybrid lineup, including the RAV4 Hybrid, Grand Highlander Hybrid, and Crown Signia, but there's also one that's been relegated to history. AdvertisementThe automaker's hybrid-heavy approach makes sense for several reasons.
Lexus TX 350 Vs. 500h: What's The Difference?

1 week ago | slashgear.com | Dave Goldberg

The Lexus TX debuted in the 2024 model year, filling a hole in the luxury marque's SUV lineup. 2022 was the last year for the three-row Lexus RX L, and the TX's more premium stablemates, the GX and LX, have higher starting prices. Sharing architecture with the Toyota Grand Highlander, the TX closed a noticeable gap in Lexus's utility-heavy model range. AdvertisementHowever, choosing which TX to purchase isn't straightforward.
Volkswagen Atlas Vs. Toyota Highlander: Which Is Bigger? (And Other Differences, Explained) - SlashGear

1 week ago | slashgear.com | Dave Goldberg

Size matters when hauling kids and gear. The Volkswagen Atlas and the Toyota Highlander are a pair of midsize crossovers in a highly competitive segment. The Atlas joined VW's U.S. lineup in 2018 and received a refresh of the first generation last year. Meanwhile, the Highlander has been a Toyota mainstay since 2001, with the current (fourth) generation launching for 2020.
How Does The 2025 Lexus RZ Differ From Its RX Model?

2 weeks ago | slashgear.com | Dave Goldberg

Among Lexus's alphabet soup of model names is the RZ, one of the automaker's newest entries, which joined the lineup in 2023. While it shares its first initial with the popular RX and an SUV body style, the Lexus RZ and Lexus RX are very different. Toyota's premium brand has a long history with electrification through hybrid powertrains, but the RZ is the first Lexus EV.
Which New Toyota SUV Gets The Best Gas Mileage?

2 weeks ago | slashgear.com | Dave Goldberg

The Toyota SUV lineup for 2025 includes nine models, more if you add hybrid variants. Efficiency-minded and environmentally conscious car shoppers will want to know about fuel economy for the 4Runner, bZ4X, Corolla Cross, Crown Signia, Grand Highlander, Highlander, Land Cruiser, RAV4, and Sequoia. But the answer isn't straightforward because there are many ways to slice and dice the results. Do you just look at combined fuel economy ratings, or should city and highway mpg numbers be the focus?
5 Of The Best AWD Cars Under $20,000 You Can Buy Used

3 weeks ago | slashgear.com | Dave Goldberg

Living in an area where snow can make driving challenging, winter always dialed up my behind-the-wheel worry. Ford Mustangs and the white stuff don't mix. Getting an SUV in 2003, a Volkswagen Touareg V8, was transformative. I never looked at snow the same way, welcoming these flakes as a chance for adult play. Since then, my daily driver, whether an SUV or a sport sedan, has always been able to spin all four wheels. In certain regions the value of all-wheel drive (AWD) can't be overstated.
6 Discontinued Ford Cars That Got A New Lease On Life

3 weeks ago | slashgear.com | Dave Goldberg

Automakers spend millions of dollars and years developing models, some of which get discontinued for various reasons. So, it's unsurprising when a name returns to the manufacturer's lineup. There's simply too much invested not to take advantage of the recognition. In particular, Ford has shown a willingness to tap into its heritage and return once-shelved nameplates to the showroom floor.
Common Problems With Kia & Hyundai's Theta Engines

3 weeks ago | slashgear.com | Dave Goldberg

The launch of Hyundai's first Theta engine in the 2004 Sonata helped signify that the Korean automaker was moving beyond its 20th-century origins. Available in 2.0- and 2.4-liter displacements, the all-aluminum powerplant promised more power and reduced fuel consumption. The company's engine development would later include the Theta II, which was announced in 2009.
Is There A Cheaper Body-On-Frame SUV Alternative To The Jeep Wrangler?

1 month ago | slashgear.com | Dave Goldberg

SUVs are everywhere, representing almost 60% of the vehicles sold last year in the U.S. However, most of them fall in the unibody category, a construction technique where the chassis and body are integrated into a single structure. Alternatively, body-on-frame SUVs still exist, but not to the extent of unibody options. Body-on-frame vehicles have higher hauling and towing ratings and are better suited for the rigors of off-road adventures.