As far as great-jumping, Baja-ready SUVs go, the 4Runner TRD Pro morphs into a relative value against the ridiculous and—reminder—$92,920 Bronco Raptor.

Fifteen years is an eternity in today’s auto industry. Yet that’s how long it took for the sixth-generation Toyota 4Runner to arrive. Granted, the reboot of this venerable off-roader was not a priority for the maker of the RAV4 ,

Toyota's Mirai hydrogen fuel-cell sedan costs less to own and drive than some of the most frugal compact cars. But, yes, there is a catch.

BMW will bring a hydrogen-powered X5, called the iX5 to market in 2028. The powertrain, per a report by Autocar, will be co-developed with Toyota, an automaker with decades of experience in hydrogen fuel cell technology.

The alien Toyota Mirai, fuelled by hydrogen and only available in select markets, stands as reminder that humanity has yet to effectively figure out an affordable way to transport and store hydrogen. After all, as the most abundant substance in the known universe, it should only make sense we try to fuel our vehicles with the stuff.

Choice is one of the best things about the American automotive market. Buyers enjoy a compelling roster of models from various automakers in virtually every segment. And these days, thanks to scalable platforms that spawn multiple vehicles,

Pricing for the new 4Runner starts at $40,770 before adding a $1,450 destination fee (bringing the total to $42,220). At the top end, the flagship TRD Pro and Trailhunter trims climb to $66,900 before destination charges.

Brandon Sanders, who lost his home to the Eaton Fire, showed his surprise on camera at finding flames had scorched and melted parts of his 2013 Toyota Tacoma pickup, but the truck had survived and remained functional.

The future of EVs might hinge on a decades-old air pollution law. Whether the law is upheld will have ramifications far beyond the borders of the Golden State.

A woman knocked down by a car while crossing a street died after being struck by a second driver, California police reported. Both drivers fled following the North Hollywood crashes at about 9:35 p.m. Friday, Jan. 24, Los Angeles police said in a news release and the Los Angeles Daily News reported.

The thing about cars nobody wants to buy is that they can end up being great deals. At least they can look like a great deal. Take the Toyota Mirai, for example. The hydrogen-powered car is beautiful, efficient, and, in theory, green. Even in its glorious blue paint.

The fuel-cell Mirai boasts Lexus-level luxury and comfort, but is now available for less than Corolla-level money. It's a bargain.