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8 Of The Best Kia SUVs, According To JD Power

staff@slashgear.com (D Figg) — Fri, 20 Feb 2026 23:30:00 +0000

Some Kias score higher than you'd expect. See how the Telluride, Soul, EV6, and others perform in J.D. Power reviews this year.

Nissan Just Issued A Huge Recall Impacting 600,000+ SUVs: Check If Yours Is Included

staff@slashgear.com (Alex Hevesy) — Fri, 20 Feb 2026 20:16:15 +0000

Nissan has recently issued two recalls that could potentially impact over 600,000 of its SUVs. The NHTSA alerts that you shouldn't drive affected models.

6 Popular SUVs To Steer Clear Of, According To Consumer Reports

staff@slashgear.com (Zak Wojnar) — Wed, 18 Feb 2026 16:30:00 +0000

In a market brimming with models, trims, and options, not all SUVs are created equal. Make sure you know which to avoid if you're interested in buying one.

Toyota's 2026 C-HR Is An All-Electric Do-Over That Delivers

staff@slashgear.com (Travis Langness) — Wed, 18 Feb 2026 15:00:00 +0000

After Toyota's first C-HR flopped, expectations weren't high for this all-electric reboot. The skeptics may be surprised.

12 Used SUVs Under $8,000 Consumer Reports Recommends

staff@slashgear.com (Azzief Khaliq) — Tue, 17 Feb 2026 17:30:00 +0000

Finding a reliable used SUV for less than $8,000 is often a necessity for those with a tight budget, thanks to rising prices on new vehicles.

Toyota's 2026 bZ Woodland Is All The Electric Off-Roader Most People Need

staff@slashgear.com (Travis Langness) — Tue, 17 Feb 2026 15:00:00 +0000

Toyota's newest EV wants to go off-road, but its biggest problem wears a Subaru badge.

The Subaru Hybrid You Might Not Know Uses A Toyota Electric Motor

staff@slashgear.com (Mike Garrett) — Sat, 14 Feb 2026 02:45:00 +0000

Toyota has some of the best hybrid technology in the game, so it's no surprise that other automakers, like Subaru, have started using elements of it as well.

The 2026 Porsche Macan GTS Electric Drives Incredibly, But Then The Math Kicks In

staff@slashgear.com (Travis Langness) — Thu, 12 Feb 2026 13:00:00 +0000

The new Macan GTS Electric embodies just about everything good about Porsche (and everything painful).

The 2026 Polestar 4 Is Weird, And That's Just Great

staff@slashgear.com (Chris Davies) — Wed, 11 Feb 2026 18:12:19 +0000

The Polestar 4's rear window isn't the only thing that's missing.

Which Toyota Is The Lexus GX 550 Most Similar To?

staff@slashgear.com (Stephen Fogel) — Wed, 11 Feb 2026 15:45:00 +0000

Some trims of the Lexus GX 550 are packed with features including dynamic electronic stabilizer bars, but which Toyota is the GX550 closest to?

2027 Toyota Highlander EV First Look: 3 Rows, 2 Batteries, 1 Big Question

staff@slashgear.com (Travis Langness) — Wed, 11 Feb 2026 02:30:00 +0000

Toyota's new Highlander gets a bold design and an all-electric drivetrain. Is it enough to win the growing three-row SUV segment?

12 Things You Didn't Know About The LML Duramax Diesel Engine

staff@slashgear.com (Jorge Aguilar) — Mon, 09 Feb 2026 17:30:00 +0000

The LML was the 6.6-liter V8 engine behind many Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra trucks between 2011 and 2016, but what made it so special?

5 Ways Toyota's Risking Its 'Most Reliable' Reputation

staff@slashgear.com (Daniel Feininger) — Sun, 08 Feb 2026 21:30:00 +0000

Toyota's "most reliable" image remains ironclad, but a few hairline fractures in recent years may concern prospective buyers.

Consumer Reports Says This Expensive Lexus Hybrid Fails To Deliver Real Gas Savings

staff@slashgear.com (Patrick Phillips) — Sun, 08 Feb 2026 18:45:00 +0000

Luxury, performance, and a Lexus hybrid badge sound compelling, but Consumer Reports suggests the fuel-economy payoff may not match buyers' expectations.

A Snowy Week With The CX-30 Showed Where Mazda's Cheapest AWD Model Shines

staff@slashgear.com (Chris Davies) — Sat, 31 Jan 2026 14:00:00 +0000

It may not be the most practical SUV, but Mazda's CX-30 isn't messing around when conditions get wintery.

The 2026 Ford Explorer Tremor Is Better Than It Needs To Be, And That's The Problem

staff@slashgear.com (Stephen Edelstein) — Thu, 29 Jan 2026 15:00:00 +0000

Part family transport, part off-road adventurer. Does the latest Ford to get the Tremor treatment deliver where it really matters?

Honda's 2026 Pilot Elite Reminded Me What This 3-Row SUV Gets So Right

staff@slashgear.com (Travis Langness) — Thu, 29 Jan 2026 14:00:00 +0000

The 2026 Pilot may be more expensive, but Honda's improvements will likely be worth it for most families.

The Best Honda SUVs Available Today, According To The Experts

staff@slashgear.com (Jowi Morales) — Mon, 26 Jan 2026 13:30:00 +0000

Honda SUVs have a reputation among consumers and automotive experts alike for being solid, dependable vehicles available in a number of attractive trim levels.

This Unexpected Model Is The Most Popular Used SUV In The US, According To iSeeCars

staff@slashgear.com (Patrick Phillips) — Sat, 24 Jan 2026 17:45:00 +0000

Buying a used SUV can save you a lot of money upfront, but you may be surprised to learn which SUV ranks among the most popular in the United States.

How Much Does The Lexus GX 550 Cost In 2026 & Why Is It So Pricey?

staff@slashgear.com (Mike Garrett) — Fri, 23 Jan 2026 23:00:00 +0000

The Lexus GX 550 has proven to be a popular SUV, although it's definitely not a cheap one. How expensive is it, though, and does it justify the cost?