Jeff S. Bartlett

3 weeks ago | consumerreports.org | Jeff S. Bartlett

The RAV4 is a CR-Recommended vehicle and popular for good reason. But there are other great small SUVs you might want to choose instead. June 2, 2025 Photo: Toyota The first-generation 1996 Toyota RAV4 pioneered the modern small sport utility vehicle. At the time, SUVs were true trucks—off-road ready, with room for people and cargo, but not as comfortable for everyday use as a regular car.

1 month ago | consumerreports.org | Jeff S. Bartlett

The reverse lights may not illuminate May 21, 2025 2025 Toyota Tundra TRD Rally Package Photo: Toyota Toyota is recalling about 443,000 Tundra pickup trucks due to the risk of the reverse lights not illuminating. Without those lights on when the truck is in Reverse, there is no indication that the vehicle is about to move backward, thereby risking a collision with an uninformed car or pedestrian.

1 month ago | consumerreports.org | Jeff S. Bartlett

The next-gen SUV boasts the latest infotainment and safety features May 20, 2025 The new RAV4 family, featuring (from left) the Woodland, Limited, and GR Sport. Photo: Toyota The redesigned 2026 Toyota RAV is offered strictly as a hybrid and a plug-in hybrid. It introduces new trim levels and steps up its game for comfort, convenience, and safety.

1 month ago | consumerreports.org | Jeff S. Bartlett

A roomier alternative to the bZ May 20, 2025 The Toyota bZ Woodland features black fender arches, a raised ride height, and roof rails. Photo: Toyota The bZ Woodland expands on Toyota’s electric offerings, providing a slightly larger SUV choice to the recently updated bZ (formerly known as the bZ4X). The “bZ” nomenclature stands for “beyond zero,” signaling it is a zero-emissions vehicle in Toyota parlance.

1 month ago | consumerreports.org | Jeff S. Bartlett

Revitalized SUV becomes more competitive with a significant midlife freshening and adds Woodland trim May 15, 2025 The updated front facia and available body-color fender arches make the bZ look more sophisticated. Photo: Toyota Toyota’s first built-from-the-ground-up electric vehicle is transformed from an also-ran into a more promising EV for 2026, with increased performance, range, and freshened styling.