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2026 Honda Passport: Your Ticket to Off-Road Adventure

What was once merely a two-row Pilot now has an identity of its own. The Passport's rugged redesign has transformed a mall crawler into trail-ready SUV.

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Choosing between the Honda CR-V and the Toyota RAV4 is like choosing between pho and ramen—both amazing, but totally different flavors. In this deep-dive comparison, we put these two hybrid SUVs head-to-head to find out which one truly deserves the title of best compact SUV of 2026. From driving dynamics to comfort, tech, and design, we test everything that makes these two the gold standard in their class. Can the CR-V’s balanced handling and smooth hybrid powertrain outshine the all-new RAV4’s rugged look and stronger performance numbers?

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2026 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2026 Honda CR-V: Hybrid SUV Battle!

Kia’s Telluride is back—bigger, boxier, and bolder than ever. The 2027 X-Pro trim takes a confident step toward luxury territory, borrowing cues from Britain’s Range Rover playbook while staying true to Kia’s own rugged personality. With stretched proportions, a refined cabin, and a tougher off-road stance, the latest Telluride blends capability with design discipline. We get the full first look ahead of its official debut at the 2025 Los Angeles auto show.

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The Bigger, Boxier 2027 Kia Telluride X-Pro Channels Range Rover Energy

The 2026 Honda Passport TrailSport is tougher, smarter, and more capable than ever. With all-terrain tires, skid plates, and Honda’s i-VTM4 AWD, it’s ready for real adventure while keeping a smooth, comfortable ride. A new 285-hp V-6 delivers strong towing, and the Elite trim’s 360° TrailWatch camera gives unmatched visibility. Bold styling, rugged hardware, and everyday practicality make this the ultimate TrailSport.

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Trail Ready, Road Perfect: The 2026 Honda Passport Trailsport Elite In-Depth

We pit two rugged crossovers against each other to see which one really delivers on its off-road promise. The 2026 Honda Passport TrailSport Elite and the 2026 GMC Terrain AT4 both claim legit trail upgrades—not just tough looks. We take them on-road and off-road to find out which SUV best balances everyday comfort with real adventure capability.

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Honda Passport vs. GMC Terrain: Which Off-Road Ready Family SUV Gets It Right?

History repeats in the best way for Volkswagen’s icon: the Golf lineup—GTI and R—earns MotorTrend’s 2026 Car of the Year. In refreshed Mk8 form, both models sharpen design and tech while honoring hot-hatch roots. Outside: crisper headlights, reshaped bumpers, illuminated grille bar, and a bolder R with aggressive aero and an available Euro Style package (lighter seats, no sunroof, Akrapovič titanium exhaust). Inside: a cleaner cabin centered on a quicker 12.9-inch infotainment system with conversational voice control powered by ChatGPT. On the road, MQB chassis tuning, stiffer springs, and revised mounts make it more planted and playful. Power comes from a 2.0L turbo: GTI 241 hp/273 lb-ft (FWD), R 328 hp/295 lb-ft (AWD), both with a responsive 7-speed dual-clutch. IQ.Drive driver assists are standard. Efficiency stays strong (up to 27 mpg combined GTI; 25 mpg R), and value impresses (GTI from $33,670; R from $48,325). A daily driver with real thrills—this is the Golf at its best.

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The 2026 MotorTrend Car of the Year Is the Volkswagen Golf GTI + R

The 2027 Nissan Z NISMO manual takes on the 2026 Toyota Supra Final Edition in the ultimate comparison test. See which iconic Japanese sports car comes out on top and why.

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The Toyota Supra Is About to Die—Can the Nissan Z NISMO Finally Beat It?

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2020 Ferrari F8 Tributo Hot Lap! - 2020 Best Driver's Car Contender

We took the 2026 Subaru Outback Wilderness and the 2026 Honda Passport TrailSport deep into the California desert for a real-world off-road comparison packed with hill climbs, articulation tests, sand washes, and challenging terrain. After driving both on-road and off-road, we found some surprising differences in ride quality, capability, traction, comfort, and value. The Passport TrailSport impressed us with its spacious interior, smooth ride, and rugged attitude, while the Outback Wilderness shocked us with incredible traction and confidence on loose terrain. Watch to see which crossover came out on top and which one climbed farther than expected.

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Honda Passport TrailSport vs Subaru Outback Wilderness: Off-Road Comparison

The 2025 Ford Mustang GTD is stunningly easy to drive fast, a true cheat code for both road and racetrack. At 4,386 pounds, it outweighs the Mustang Dark Horse and Porsche 911 GT3 RS, yet feels planted, stable, and shockingly quick from behind the wheel. With 815 horsepower, 664 lb-ft of torque, custom Michelin Pilot Cup 2 R tires, and Brembo carbon-ceramic brakes, the GTD delivers relentless grip, massive stopping power, and confidence through every corner. It matches the GT3 RS on high-speed downforce turns and outperforms it in tight, low-speed corners thanks to its wide tires and advanced rear suspension. On the street, the GTD remains forgiving and composed, with adjustable suspension and active aerodynamics that make it livable. Inside, though, the $325,000 Mustang shows its weak spot — an interior closer to a $40,000 car. Still, Ford has already received far more applications than available build slots for this limited-production machine.

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2025 Ford Mustang GTD First Drive: Big GTD Energy

Fanboy or no, you have to admit Honda is back with the Type R. Will the best front-driver be best overall?

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