Jared Gall
Contributor Jared Gall lucked into an internship at a car magazine when he was still in high school and has been writing about cars for 20 years. He has driven everything from semitrailers and school buses to off-road race buggies and hypercars. Jared is now a hermit with two dogs named after trucks and has an abiding love for the Subaru Baja.
The 2026 Toyota Corolla GRMN adds torque and bold carbon-fiber bodywork to the GR Corolla hot hatch while deleting the rear seats.
By Jared Gall
June 2, 2026
All-new for 2026, the Lexus ES is available as a hybrid and a pure electric vehicle; see if it lives up to Lexus' luxury standards with our comprehensive interior photo gallery.
By Jared Gall
June 2, 2026
Toyota is updating the GR86 for 2027 with some drivetrain refinements and new interior options, but it otherwise remains the same affordable, basic sports car as it's always been.
By Jared Gall
June 2, 2026
The 2026 Toyota Camry was named a Top Safety Pick+ by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, the agency’s highest award.
By Jared Gall
June 1, 2026
On June 24, Slate will announce full pricing for its affordable all-electric pickup truck and begin taking preorders.
By Jared Gall
May 29, 2026
The 2026 Honda CR-V is one of the bestselling small SUVs and offers excellent fuel economy — but it falls short of the competition in multiple safety measures.
By Jared Gall
May 29, 2026
Through July 6, buyers can get up to $3,000 off a 2025 or 2026 Ford Maverick, and low-interest financing and regional lease deals are also available through the end of June.
By Jared Gall
May 29, 2026
The first deliveries for the Rivian R2 begin on June 9, order invitations start going out to reservation holders, and test drives will be available at Rivian Service + Demo Centers.
By Jared Gall
May 28, 2026
An all-new electric vehicle, the 2027 Volvo EX60 is a mid-size SUV available with rear- or all-wheel drive and up to 670 horsepower that starts at $59,795 (including destination).
By Jared Gall
May 19, 2026
The 2026 Ford Maverick performed well in safety tests conducted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, earning top marks in frontal crash and side impact tests.
By Jared Gall
May 19, 2026