There’s no harm in Toyota exploring the upper reaches of luxury, though the premium-car market seems to be in a bit off a lull these days. Watch for the Century SUV, and likely the Sedan, to arrive in a limited number of U.S. Lexus showrooms by the end of the decade.

Roughly 7 million units into the model’s run, Toyota has completely redesigned the RAV4, and almost entirely for the better. First seen in the U.S. for the 1996 model year, the RAV has largely defined the compact-crossover segment since, which is now the highest-volume new-vehicle category in the U.S.

The hosts welcome veteran auto journalist Tim Healey to the show. A number of topics are covered, including vehicles that should sell better. Tim's pick is interesting. 

Maybe the G70 V6 isn’t the best example of a modern muscle car, but it does represent a dying breed, and we’re sad to see the six go. While the similar size and similar mission Lexus IS is still offered with a V6, the motor isn’t turbocharged, and is rated at only 311 horsepower. It’s, however, ultra smooth.

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