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The 2026 Hyundai Palisade Gives ’Em What They Want

Hyundai has redesigned the big palisade SUV for 2026. It’s got a bigger and more upscale cabin, more room in the third row, attractive new styling, and perhaps most importantly, a new optional hybrid powertrain that Hyundai hopes will deliver more than 30 miles per gallon. There’s also a new off road themed XRT Pro model with greater ground clearance, extra terrain modes, and revised styling that reflects its off-road mission.

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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!

The keyboard warriors said it wasn’t a “real truck” and they were wrong. Meet the 2026 MotorTrend Truck of the Year: the Ford Maverick, a compact pickup that just outperformed bigger, more powerful, and far more expensive competitors. After two weeks of intense testing, including highway drives, city commuting, off-roading, towing, payload hauling, and deep dives into technology and safety, the Maverick proved why it deserves the crown. Whether you're here for the specs, the design, or to see why this compact pickup is shaking up the entire truck segment, this deep dive explains exactly how the Maverick earned its title.

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The Compact Truck That Beat Them All. MotorTrend's 2026 Truck of the Year: The Ford Maverick.

We compare seven electric SUVs, including Tesla Model Y, Hyundai Ioniq 5, Kia EV6, and more. Discover how they stack up in price, features and performance.

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7 EV SUVs Tested! Tesla Model Y vs. Ioniq 5 vs. EV6 vs. Equinox EV vs. Mustang Mach-E vs. VW ID4 vs. Toyota bZ

After 26,700 miles and a full year of daily driving, road trips, camping, snow, and off-roading, it's finally time to return our 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser. In this long-term review, we break down everything we loved and everything we didn't. From a 9,000-mile Alaska adventure to weekend trail runs and everyday commuting, we've put the Land Cruiser through just about every scenario we could think of. Despite a few frustrations, including disappointing fuel economy and expensive windshield replacements, the Land Cruiser proved to be an incredibly capable, comfortable SUV that's easy to understand why so many buyers want one.

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2025 Toyota Land Cruiser Long-Term Review- The Good, The Bad & The Surprises

For those rejecting the SUV, there are thankfully still excellent midsize sedans to consider. We assemble four of the best, sub-$40,000 cars currently on the market and compare them all. Which one came out on top? Watch to find out!

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Family Sedan Face-Off: Toyota Camry vs. Kia K5 vs. Hyundai Sonata vs. Honda Accord

The Forester has long needed a hybrid option, and the all-new Subaru Forester Hybrid finally changes that. Plus, the 2026 Forester Wilderness proves how much Subaru got right with this rugged, off-roading SUV the first time around.

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2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid and 2026 Forester Wilderness First Looks: Frugal or Off-Road Fun

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?

MotorTrend gathered 8,302 horsepower worth of American performance cars and trucks on an Air Force runway. See how these domestic dynamos performed in the ultimate drag race.

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World’s Greatest American Drag Race: 8,302 Horsepower, One Air Force Runway

Chevy has transformed America's sports car into a world-class supercar with a 5.5-liter twin-turbo V-8 that makes an incredible 1,064 horsepower. Take a look at what makes the ZR1 the ultimate Corvette. "

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2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 First Look: Supercar, Achieved

The Cadillac Escalade IQ just claimed MotorTrend’s 2026 SUV of the Year—and it’s redefining what luxury means in the EV era. From its jaw-dropping 55-inch dash display to its 415-mile real-world range, this all-electric Escalade returns Cadillac to the “Standard of the World.”

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The Cadillac Escalade IQ is MotorTrend’s 2026 SUV of the Year

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