Lifestyle
Cars
Cars I've owned, what my family drives, and what I'm dreaming about. Lots of Toyota loyalty in this household.
My Cars
Toyota Tacoma (Silver) First Car Shared with Ruby
My first car—a badass silver Tacoma that I shared with my sister Ruby. There's something special about your first car. This one was built to last and took us everywhere.
Toyota Tacoma Second Car
Loved the first Tacoma so much I got another one. Toyota trucks just work—reliable, capable, and hold their value like nothing else.
Honda Accord Current 2018
My current daily driver. The 2018 Accord is a solid, reliable sedan. Great fuel economy, comfortable ride, and Honda's reputation for longevity. Gets the job done.
Dream Cars
Toyota Land Cruiser (Hybrid) Dream 2024+
The new Land Cruiser is absolutely stunning. Toyota brought back this legendary nameplate and it's everything I want in a vehicle—capable, comfortable, and built to last forever. The hybrid option makes it even better. This is the practical dream car.
- Why: Go-anywhere capability with Toyota reliability
- The hybrid: Better fuel economy without sacrificing power
- Legacy: The Land Cruiser name means something—overbuilt and unstoppable
Tesla Cybertruck Dream If money was no issue
I know it's a polarizing vehicle, but I genuinely love the Cybertruck. Every time I see one driving around Salt Lake, I think it's badass. The design is unlike anything else on the road. If money was no object, I'd have one.
- Design: Love it or hate it, it's unforgettable
- Tech: The future of trucks
- Statement: It's not just a truck, it's a conversation
Family Cars
Dad's Cars Infiniti → Toyota
Dad went through the Infiniti phase before coming around to Toyota.
- Infiniti G35: Sporty, powerful—a classic from the mid-2000s
- Infiniti Q60 Coupe: Sleek and fast, great-looking car
- Toyota Tacoma (Current): He finally joined the Tacoma club and loves it. Once you go Tacoma, you don't go back.
Mom's Cars Acura Loyalty
Mom has always been an Acura person—reliable luxury.
- Acura MDX: The family SUV for years. Comfortable, reliable, practical.
- Acura RDX (Current): Downsized to the compact luxury SUV. Still Acura, still dependable.
Ruby's Car Toyota 4Runner
My sister Ruby drives a Toyota 4Runner. After sharing that first Tacoma with me, she stayed in the Toyota family. The 4Runner is a beast—perfect for Colorado adventures with Collin and Milburn the dog.
Hayden's Car Subaru Crosstrek
My brother Hayden drives a Subaru Crosstrek. Practical, capable in the snow, and very Utah. Subaru knows their audience.
Emma's Cars Toyota → Honda
My girlfriend Emma has solid taste in reliable vehicles.
- Toyota Camry: The quintessential reliable sedan. Can't go wrong.
- Honda CR-V (Current): Upgraded to the CR-V. Great SUV, tons of space, Honda reliability.
The Pattern
Looking at this list, there's a clear theme: Toyota and Honda dominate. Reliable, practical, hold their value. The Earl family doesn't mess around with unreliable vehicles. Dad's Infiniti phase was the outlier—but even he came around to the Tacoma.