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It’s an immensely popular segment in North America—especially in the U.S.—but sales have been slowing down significantly in the past couple of years. Midsize sedans are being traded in for sport-utility vehicles which are considered more practical. But not necessarily so. After all, a midsize sedan offers plenty of room …

In the past, reviewing the Toyota Camry was rather easy. Journalists would say it was a solid and unkillable automobile; an unquestionably well-rounded, sensible sedan. Then they’d spread the word “boring” all over their article and call it a day. Truth is, for the longest time, Toyota’s midsize sedan was …

Manufacturers can’t predict the future, but they all seem to agree that one technology alone won’t replace the internal combustion engine. During our visit to the Tokyo Auto Show, Didier Leroy, Executive Vice-President at Toyota, echoed that very sentiment. He believes that by 2050, significantly fewer cars will run purely …

If we love to live outdoors and aren’t afraid of getting a few mosquito bites as we explore the unbeaten path, we definitely could use an off-road vehicle. The Jeep Wrangler could be the most obvious choice, but Toyota does have a history of producing robust all-terrain trucks such as …

The Corolla’s reputation for being a bland and beige car will stick to it for quite a while. Yet in the past few years, Toyota worked hard to give it some more character, with sharper styling, livelier steering feel and more dynamic road manners. It also eliminated the popular beige …

The last couple of years have seen a surge in automakers jumping into the subcompact crossover market with offerings such as the Mazda CX-3, the Honda HR-V, the Nissan Qashqai and, now, the Toyota C-HR. C-HR stands for Compact High Rider and the vehicle is built using Toyota’s New Global …

There aren’t many players in the minivan segment anymore, but that doesn’t mean they don’t deserve their spot in the marketplace. No matter how uncool we look driving one of these rigs, their undeniable versatility is an excellent compromise, and with three kids or more to haul around, a minivan’s …

When you think up the quintessential family vehicle – the Toyota Highlander comes to mind. It's reasonably-priced, showcases plenty of versatility, and has all the amenities and comforts a family may need in a no-fuss three-row vehicle. So, when it was time to choose a vehicle for a family road …

Buying a used vehicle can be quite the adventure. You have to do a lot of digging before finding that diamond in the rough, or you might find yourself faced with a tough choice between several appealing models. There is a myriad of factors to consider, and while some businesses …

When people shop for a can opener, a washing machine or a stapler, how many actually choose the most stylish, the most powerful or the most expensive model on the market? Very few, I assume. As long as they’re reliable, these items should provide years of worry-free ownership, whether they’re …