Looking for things to do around Santa Cruz and the rest of the Bay Area? Whether you’re a local or if you’re just visiting, we’re happy to help you find things like the best restaurants, parks, and places to shop. Santa Cruz has a lot to offer — and with surrounding areas like Santa Clara and Monterey, there’s no shortage of activities to try and things to explore.
Gone are the days when driving a hybrid meant sacrificing speed and excitement. The 2026 Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid shatters all old stereotypes, bringing sports-car-inspired styling and an exceptionally engaging powertrain to your daily commute through Santa Cruz County. From highway merges near Aptos to eco-conscious cruising around Capitola, this plug-in vehicle proves you can…
The 2026 Toyota Tundra is one of the most capable full-size trucks on the market—and with seven trim levels ranging from a no-nonsense work truck to a luxury-grade flagship, there’s a configuration for nearly every budget. If you’re shopping in Santa Cruz and want to know exactly what your money gets you, here’s the complete…
You didn’t settle for an ordinary truck. The 2026 Toyota Tundra—powered by the advanced twin-turbo V6 or the i-FORCE MAX hybrid powertrain—is engineered to last well beyond 200,000 miles. But longevity doesn’t happen by accident. It’s earned through consistent, smart maintenance, especially here in Santa Cruz, where salt air, mountain grades, and coastal humidity create…