The fueled competition between the renowned automotive brands, Chevy and Ford, is no secret. For over a century now, Chevy and Ford have been battling to exceed one another in every way. From price and popularity to sales and innovations, drivers around the world have benefited from these two brands continuously trying to outdo the […]
Connecting with nature has many benefits. Getting off the grid can be relaxing and help relieve anxiety, exploring difficult terrain can be exciting and help you stay physically active, and learning about unique environments can be intellectually stimulating. There are plenty of campsites that you can roll up to in just about any car and […]
In this corner, standing tall on 12 inches of ground clearance, holding 450 horsepower and 510 lb-ft of torque under the hood, is the impressive, incomparable Ford F-150 Raptor! But here comes the challenger. Throw away your history books, kids, because this has never happened before. With a ground clearance of 13.1 inches, a track […]
Off-roading is supposed to be a rugged and adventurous activity, dominated by stripped-down vehicles that are often lacking doors and roofs. You can’t have serious trail-oriented performance without making some sacrifices when it comes to creature comforts, right? Well, some of the world’s top luxury brands are out to dispel those ideas with plush vehicles […]
The wild side—Motley Crue sang about it, Lou Reed invited you to take a walk on it. Adulthood comes with a plethora of responsibilities that can be difficult, not to mention draining. Just because you’ve graduated from the period of life known as adolescence in one piece doesn’t mean life has to be predictable, bland, […]
Performance truck buyers don’t care as much about cabin niceties like leather and authentic wood trim; what they do care about is whether their rig will ably climb up the side of a mountain, ford a fast-moving river, or crawl around a rocky outcropping. Speed matters, too, especially across sandy desert terrain. Two category favorites–the […]
Off-roading with a midsize truck is a popular choice for enthusiasts who love tackling the backcountry mountaintops and rocky canyons where most vehicles can never go. For many enthusiasts, the Chevy Colorado is a favored truck for off-roading with its many rugged attributes, particularly when outfitted in the ZR2 packaging. Nissan has redesigned the Frontier […]
If you haven’t been paying attention, off-roading is getting big, and every major manufacturer seems to be cashing in. While beasts like the 2022 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392, the 2022 Chevy Silverado ZR2, the 2021 Ford Bronco Wildtrak, and the 2021 Ram 1500 TRX rightfully lay claim to most of the fame and glory, what […]
Whether it’s your first time kicking up dust on the trails, cascading over hills, and feeling the rush of adrenaline coursing through you, or you’ve been off-roading for years, one thing is certain… it never gets old. There’s just something about the satisfaction you get when you’re flying high over dirt mounds, crashing through mud […]
The sport of off-road trucking has been growing in popularity in recent years. There is nothing quite like rolling over hills and through streams in a specially made pickup truck that has been built for off-roading. Just like Van Morrison sang on Wild Nights, you feel the wind catch your feet and send you flying. […]
When you see the name Jeep, what comes to mind? Woods, mountains, mud, and off-road trails most likely flash in your mind’s eye. Adventure also comes to mind, I’m sure. Now, combine the Jeep name with the CJ-7 model, which was in production from 1976-1986. You’re probably thinking of an old, yet lovingly cared for […]
In 2016, Jeep released a couple of limited edition versions of the Renegade: the Altitude and Desert Hawk. While the Altitude was so-so, the Desert Hawk really stood out as a model. Cool, unique, it helped the Renegade put Jeep further ahead of the compact SUV segment. Many sources say both the Altitude and Desert Hawk […]
Typically, it’s the Jeep Wrangler that’s always picked first in its class when it comes to a rugged off-road vehicle. But, even used Wranglers can be expensive, especially if they’re modded. Where does that leave you? Either shelling out half your bank account for a used car, or buying a used Jeep Cherokee. The Cherokee is not […]
Ever wonder what a fully-loaded AEV (American Expedition Vehicles) 20th Anniversary Jeep Wrangler Unlimited looks like? Or costs? Well, I can tell you. The price point might make your heart skip a beat, since it’s to the tune of $100,000. That’s more expensive than some base-price (or even mid-level trim), high-end luxury vehicles and performance cars. […]
In case you aren’t aware about the different types of used Jeep Wrangler generations floating around on the market, I’ll fill you in. There are multiple generations defined by a pair of numbers: CJ, YJ, TJ/LJ, and JK. What are they based on? They’re all chassis codes for the different generations. Two of the most popular Wrangler […]
