2024 Lexus TX, GX headline this week’s auto news and reviews

With more 2024 and even 2025 model debuts this week, Lexus caught the news cycle with the launch of two new three-row SUVs. It also provides head-to-head comparisons of some of the most popular family movers and keeps track of the latest new car news.

This is what impressed us.

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2024 Lexus TX Preview

The TX is new for 2024 and boasts big features like full three-row seating, three powertrain options and a thick layer of luxurious lacquer over the associated Toyota Grand Highlander.

2024 Lexus GX Preview

The GX 550 has been redesigned for 2024 with a turbocharged powertrain, an upcoming hybrid model and a more off-road focused overtrail model.

2025 Volvo EX30 Preview

Volvo will market the battery electric vehicle as a small, affordable urban crossover with a range of up to 405 miles.

Test Drive: 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz Wins Young Fans

The Santa Cruz pickup truck has a lot in common with the Tucson crossover, but its curb appeal and cool factor might be far stronger for teens.

2024 Alfa Romeo Giulia Review

The 2024 Alfa Romeo Giulia Sedan is fun, dazzling and frustrating all at once, earning a TCC rating of 6.4 out of 10.

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The 2024 Jeep Wrangler will be $700 more expensive. $4,740 off 4x hybrid

The redesigned off-roader is priced modestly at $700, but comes with more standard equipment like a 12.3-inch touchscreen.

Hyundai Palisade vs Toyota Highlander: Which is the better 3-row SUV?

Toyota still sells nearly three times as many Highlanders as Hyundai does in the Palisade, but the gap is closing in the highly competitive three-row crossover SUV segment.

Toyota Highlander vs Honda Pilot: Compare Crossover SUVs

Toyota has catered to the larger Honda Pilot, a longer version of the Highlander called the Grand Highlander.

Lincoln MKC recalled for engine fire hazard while parked

A potential fire hazard from a 12-volt battery can cause a fire even when the crossover’s engine is off.