There is one automotive manufacturer that has dominated the car industry in recent times. Of course, they're not the only ones, but Toyota has been making great strides in every department, whether it is hybrids or fully gasoline-powered vehicles. Some would argue that Toyota is the biggest name in the automotive industry, which means they would need some near-perfect vehicles to back that up. Well, it just so happens that the RAV4 Prime is one of the more sought-after vehicles in its lineup due to its versatile platform, reliability, and efficiency. There's a reason it sits at the top of the best compact SUVs on the market.

Here's How Much A Fully Loaded Toyota RAV4 Prime Costs

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The 2023 Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition owned by Bryan Banks burst into flames on June 8. Apparently, something in the engine failed and by the time the fire department arrived, the car was a total loss. Insurance covered most of the payout, and he turned to Toyota with a warranty claim for the rest.

Two GR Corollas Burned Down. Toyota Won’t Honor the Warranties

The 2025 GR Corolla goes on sale later this year with an eight-speed automatic gearbox option, more torque, and improved cooling. The Toyota GR Corolla has been on sale for two years now with only one gearbox option—the six-speed manual. That changes for the 2025 model year, as the automaker has added an eight-speed automatic transmission as an option. The automaker has also made a number of performance upgrades to the car, including more torque and better cooling.

The GR Corolla Is No Longer Manual-Only

Toyota has announced the 2025 GR Corolla, introducing significant enhancements that cater to both manual transmission enthusiasts and those who prefer the ease of an automatic. The new model now includes an 8-speed GAZOO Racing Direct Automatic Transmission (DAT) with paddle shifters, expanding its appeal to a broader range of drivers.

Toyota Unveils Revamped GR Corolla

It is extremely difficult to not be charmed by the Ineos Grenadier’s old-school persona at a glance. That’s deeply intentional; When Ineos chairman Sir Jim Ratcliffe couldn’t buy the rights to produce the original Defender after Land Rover discontinued the model in 2016, he simply decided to replace it. That explains the Landie-like two-box styling, squared-off wheel arches, and a full-time four-wheel-drive system. It looks like a 1990s Defender 110 with a dash of Cyberpunk 2077 thrown in, and it turns heads.

The Ineos Grenadier Is Too Old-School for Its Own Good

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We are unabashed fans of the Lexus LC. With its smooth and sonorous 471-horsepower V8 under the hood, concept car come-to-life styling, and luxurious and detailed interior, there's an argument to be made that it's the finest grand touring car on the market here in 2024. Particularly as Lexus fixed it's biggest niggle - the only thing we complained about.

Driven: 2024 Lexus LC Convertible Is A Perfect GT Car - Barring One Thing

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Actor Buddy Ebsen, who died at age 95 in 2003, found fame by starring in two of the most popular classic television shows in history: The Beverly Hillbillies (CBS, 1962 to 1971) and Barnaby Jones (CBS, 1973 to 1980). On the Hillbillies, he played former Tennessee country mountain-folk-turned-wealthy Beverly Hills resident Jed Clampett. On Barnaby Jones, he was one of TV's most senior, slyest, health-conscious detectives. Ebsen, however, almost became even more famous for a certain big-screen classic film in which he ultimately did not appear.

'Beverly Hillbillies" Actor Buddy Ebsen Was "Bitter" about not playing the Tin Man in 'Wizard of Oz'

The Lexus LC500 is not doing very well. After a banner year of 2,782 sales in 2021, Lexus moved fewer than half that many units in 2022. An uptick was recorded in 2023, and year-to-date sales for 2024 have outpaced those of last year. Regardless, it’s not looking like the LC500 will surpass its sales prime.

2024 Lexus LC500 Convertible Bespoke Build First Drive: What a Damn Shame!

Hyundai has recalled the 2024 Santa Fe over a wiring problem that could deploy airbags at random. The same issue might cause the airbags to stop working altogether, meaning they may not deploy in the event of an accident. A total of 49,719 vehicles are affected, including 40,144 standard combustion SUVs and 9,575 hybrid models.

Hyundai Recalls 50,000 Cars for Airbags That Could Randomly Deploy

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A lady is cautioning others about purchasing budget earrings from Amazon, Shein, and H&M, after she experienced keloid formations on her earlobes due to wearing them. On a TikTok post that has garnered more than 334,000 likes, Sailor Rozema (@sailor.rozema), a content creator, shares a warning with her community of "dangly earring girls": the inexpensive jewelry found in fast fashion can have negative impacts on your well-being.

‘I’ll never be wearing earrings for the rest of my life’: Customer warns against buying from Shein

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The mantis shrimp is one tough customer. Beautiful and deadly are two words you don’t typically use to describe shrimp, but the mantis shrimp is definitely in a class of its own; earning a reputation as the ‘savage boxer of the sea’ and one of the most fearsome creatures in the ocean. And, they're right at home here in South Carolina.

Savage Boxer of the Sea: The Deadly Beauty of Mantis Shrimp

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

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Last week, a 32-year-old was arrested on trafficking charges after allegedly fleeing from a traffic stop and abandoning the vehicle with a child in the passenger seat. The chase resulted in the discovery of 230 grams of methamphetamine, which the suspect allegedly threw out while fleeing on foot. According to local detectives, the vehicle the suspect was driving was registered to NFL football player Tyreek Hill.

Man Driving Vehicle Registered to Tyreek Hill Arrested on Drug Trafficking Charges in Douglas

One of the most controversial executives in the car industry is not afraid to call things as he sees them. After saying Nissan is "boring, mediocre" and in a "bad position" while describing the Renault-Nissan alliance as "small and fragile," the 70-year-old fugitive now has something to say about the newly formed Honda-Nissan-Mitsubishi partnership.

Carlos Ghosn: Honda Plans 'Disguised Takeover' of Nissan and Mitsubishi

2025 Acura RDX gains more distinctive look with new "frameless" Diamond Pentagon grille and aggressive grille mesh. Functionality of center console enhanced with increased storage and easier access to wireless smartphone charger. New wide-screen mode added for standard wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto™ compatibility. Acura today introduced its...

2025 Acura RDX New Styling, Cabin Updates and Enhanced Technology

Dodge's new all-electric Charger is shrouded in controversy. Not only is the Hemi V-8 gone, but it's been replaced with a fake "Fratzonic" exhaust sound that doesn't have the internet convinced. The latest version of the sound, revealed this week, should convince at least a few people, though. The company...

Dodge's New EV 'Exhaust' Sounds Way Better Than We Expected

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Dennis the Menace actor Jay North is now 73 years old. This is his story. On August 3, 1951, Jay North was born Jay Waverly North, Jr., in Los Angeles, and seven years later, began acting on TV on shows like Wanted: Dead or Alive, and 77 Sunset Strip.

Former Childstar Jay North (TV's 'Dennis the Menace') Turns 73

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Last month, the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) released video footage that shows a veteran LAPD officer chasing a young man through a Pacoima housing project before fatally shooting him in the back as he ran away.

20-Year-Old Fatally Shot in The Back By LAPD Officer in Pacoima Projects

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On Tuesday, licensed Ohio dispensaries began legally selling non-medical marijuana to consumers; however, the drug’s possession, growth and/or usage are still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus. Credit: Jefferee Woo/Tampa Bay Times/TNS [Original caption: Four citizen-led petitions with proposals to update Dallas’ charter hit the 20,000 valid signature threshold to make it on the Nov. 5 election ballot, including one that would ban police officers from arresting or citing people carrying less than four ounces of marijuana.] As of Tuesday, students 21 and older can now legally purchase marijuana in Ohio.

Dispensary sales of recreational marijuana began Tuesday; possession and usage still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus

The sad truth that every car enthusiast has faced over the past decade is that the manual transmission is slowly being phased out. While there are certain cars in the market like the Honda Civic Si, Acura Integra Type S, Mazda MX-5, and some pony cars still available with a stick shift, most other models are not. Let's face it, most drivers look at driving as something to do between point A to B, while enthusiasts look at it as an experience to be enjoyed.

The Very Last Lexus To Feature A Manual Transmission

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The Toyota Tacoma Limited Is Worth Every Penny

You won't find a fanbase more rabid than Toyota Tacoma Stans. They love their dinky old trucks. Even in a changeover year with the old Tacoma...

The Toyota Tacoma Limited Is Worth Every Penny

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