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Toyota 4Runner Receives Updates and New Model for 2020
Toyota has officially announced details regarding the 2020 4Runner, which receives some upgrades for the new model year as well as a brand new model. The all-new 2020 Toyota 4Runner
2020 Jeep Wrangler Preview
When the latest generation of the Jeep Wrangler was introduced late in 2017, it was clear that the goal was to modernize the iconic vehicle and to do so without taking away any of the things that allow it to be so rugged and capable. Two years later, it’s clear that this was achieved as the Wrangler continues to enjoy success in terms of both sales numbers and performance due to the right mix of both clearly being found.
Road Test: 2019 Toyota RAV4 Trail AWD
The Toyota RAV4 is completely brand new for 2019 and is the first RAV4 to benefit from Toyota’s New Global Architecture platform. The new model features an all-new design both inside and out and a new powertrain that delivers more power and better fuel economy. Many of the same models return from the previous generation including the slightly off-road oriented Trail model which is featured here.
Road Test: 2019 Honda Passport Touring
This mid-sized cross-over fits nicely between Honda’s CR-V and Pilot offerings while sharing both their Pilot and Ridgeline’s same wheelbase. The Passport is 6 inches shorter than its larger 3 row Pilot sibling, and is really designed for those folks that don’t need to be hauling the entire kids team with them when they head up-country to test the vehicles light Off-Road capability. The exterior has a sturdy almost rugged looking appeal that presents well as the Off-Road AWD offering that Honda has brought to compete in the segment.
Never Leave the Dog Behind – Off-Roading with Man’s Best Friend
If you’re an off-road enthusiast, you know the basics of safe trail-riding: respect your ride, respect the environment, and respect others. But just as you need to know the limits of what your rig can handle, it’s also important to respect the limits of your passengers—including the four-legged kind.
Double-Take: 1997 Jeep Dakar Concept
Story by John Gunnell, photos courtesy of Jeep There were a lot of strained necks at 1997 auto shows across North America as Jeep fans tried to get a glimpse
First Drive: 2020 Jeep Gladiator
Imagine yourself in the boardroom at FCA five or so years ago. The plans for the Jeep Wrangler redesign have just been finalized, and it’s time to see what can be done to add even more cachet to one of the most beloved and well-recognized vehicles available today, and that’s before we even consider its historical significance.
Preview: Land Rover Defender
Jaguar Land Rover is, despite the off-road heritage it carries, stuck in the mud right now. The company has just posted a massive loss of $6 billion, due to sales shortfalls in Asia and high costs associated with production infrastructure. This is all despite reporting record sales in Canada and the USA, and a growing luxury product line in our continually luxury-focused world.
Ready for Anything – 2019 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro
Story and photos by Jordan Allan, additional photos courtesy of Toyota Canada The Toyota 4Runner is a strange vehicle in the sense that, in so many ways, it does follow
Road Test: 2019 Jeep Cherokee Overland
Given how competitive of a segment it finds itself in, it was imperative that Jeep got the refresh of the Cherokee right and after just one quick look, it’s clear they have. As mentioned before, gone is the ‘interesting-looking’ front-end design of the previous model and in comes a much better, more purposeful design that is sure to attract some customers.
