Buying a used car? These brands make the most reliable options, experts say

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A 2019 Lexus ES350.

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I drove the 2024 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XSE. It's fun to drive and has luxurious features, but it's not worth buying new.

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The 2024 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XSE.

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We tested the new Toyota Land Cruiser against its legendary predecessor. It lives up to the hype, even without a third row.

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Julie stands beside the 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser (left) and beside her old Land Cruiser (right)

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The Olympics is reportedly losing its largest sponsor over concerns the IOC is not doing enough to support the athletes

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The Olympic rings in Paris.

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Hybrid sales are booming — here's why drivers are buying them over EVs

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Toyota has reaped the benefits of its hybrid-friendly lineup.

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  • Hybrid sales are booming in the US. 
  • Once dismissed as a "phase," many drivers are now choosing them over EVs.
  • One Toyota exec told BI there are "no compromises" to buying a hybrid anymore. 

Hybrids are having a moment.

Why Your Car's Key Fob Is So Hackable

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They’re small, they’re convenient, and, according to security researchers, they’re extremely hackable. The car key fob doesn’t exactly have the greatest reputation when it comes to digital security.

Hybrids are more popular than ever as shoppers cool on EVs

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The Toyota Prius is in a good position for car buyers who are showing renewed interest in hybrids.

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China's BYD is the world's biggest electric car maker — but it's not coming to America anytime soon

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The new BYD Atto 3 is displayed on the BYD booth at Parc des Expositions Porte de Versailles on October 17, 2022 in Paris, France. The Paris Motor Show will present the latest models from the world's leading car manufacturers at the Paris Expo Exhibition Center from October 17 to October 23, 2022.
The BYD Atto 3.

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Toyota Is Making a Pokémon Motorcycle So You Can Ride Miraidon

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Toyota was right about hybrid cars all along

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