What does Harley-Davidson represent in the motorcycle industry? Most people immediately think of rebelliousness and outlaws clad in leather. It is an image that Harley-Davidson embraced in the 1970s and still hasn’t shed that skin decades later. Rebelliousness is so ingrained in the Harley-Davidson brand that it is nearly impossible to believe an ad campaign […]
Month: September 2023
Strong, Innovative, and Luxurious: The 2023 Ford F-250 Limited
The F-Series has been the best-selling truck in America for decades, embodying the “Built Ford Tough” motto generation after generation. But what’s the secret behind the truck’s success? Ford owners know it’s not a secret, at least not when looking at a Ford F-250 for sale. The 2023 F-250 is so much more than a […]
Go Ahead, Crank It Up: Pre-Owned Truck Models With Great Stereo/Infotainment Systems
There are a lot of important factors to consider when you’re shopping for a used truck. You want something with a formidable powertrain, the ability to pull and transport cargo, and something that’s not going to rack up a considerable amount of repair bills. All of these are the basic items that many consumers look […]
Hitting the Trails with Room to Spare: Chevy’s Best Off-Road Ready SUVs
The rush of excitement that one feels when they get the chance to leave the pavement and follow the path less traveled is precisely why so many individuals gravitate towards the rough and tumble world of off-roading. Several years ago, having an off-road-ready vehicle meant taking something and modifying it with custom wheels, roll bars, […]
Are We Hearing a Last Call For HEMI Engines?
HEMI fans, I’ve got bad news for you. The engine you love is dead, sorry ‘bout it. Last year, Stellantis—the parent company of Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram, Wagoneer, and many more—finally unveiled the Hurricane engine that had been in the works for a long time. Whether or not it has lived up to the hype […]
The Ford Explorer Changed the Game; Now the ST Trim Rewrites the Rulebook
Seeing an SUV driving around town or cruising down the highway isn’t uncommon today. After all, it’s become the most popular method of transportation and the ideal choice for both the average and family-oriented consumer. And while it might be impossible to pinpoint the exact moment that launched its upward trajectory in popularity, there’s no […]
Ranked: The 2024 GMC Sierra 1500’s Best Tech Features
While raw power was once the end-all, be-all in the pickup segment, technology features have become increasingly important as of late. A new generation of modern, tech-savvy drivers aren’t content to settle for the reliable pickups of yesteryear, and are increasingly demanding all the bells and whistles that have made their way into other popular […]
Taking Your SUV Off-Road? Start Here With the Right Mods
With more off-road-focused vehicles hitting the market each year, today’s SUVs have never been more capable when it comes to enjoying a little off-road fun. From Chevy’s Z71 trims complete with skid plates, tow hooks, and all-terrain tires to GMC’s AT4 series offered with improved approach angles and a height-adjustable air suspension as standard fare, […]
Where Do They Get Those Model Names?
If you are anything like me, then you tend to have just enough free time to sit around and wonder things like, “Where do car companies get the names of their models?” That is a great question, and there is no overarching answer because it all depends on the vehicle and the name. Sometimes they […]
Silly Name, Serious Results: Exploring Old Man Emu Products
The off-road pickup segment has exploded in recent years, leading automakers to introduce several intriguing new models that cater to the niche. Take Toyota, for example—drivers in the market for a new Toyota Tacoma for sale now have seven distinct trims to choose from, including three ready-made off-road trims in the TRD Off-Road, TRD Pro, […]
Just How Cool Was the 2003 Nissan 350Z?
Two decades on, there’s still something to be said about the Nissan 350Z. Yes, the 350Z and 370Z have been replaced by the simply-named Nissan Z. While everyone is enamored with the latest and greatest, though, sometimes it’s important to go back and look at some of the groundbreaking steps taken to get to where […]
Silverado 2500 HD ZR2 vs Ford F-250 Tremor: A Battle of the Heavy-Duty Off-Road Trims
How do you classify a three-quarter-ton pickup that can jump dunes, conquer rocks, and wreck forest trails by kicking up more dirt than Mount Semeru can kick lava into the sky? Tradition says you should pack that awesomeness into overly generous trims and slap a cool name on them. So when you want some super-beefy […]
5 Pickup Truck Driver Stats That Will Surprise You
Many people have their own ideas of who a pickup truck driver is. It’s not your neutral vehicle like a mid-size sedan or compact SUV. When was the last time you heard anyone make assumptions about someone for driving a Chevy Malibu? You can’t think of it, can you? But here’s the thing: Trucks are […]
Used Cars That Are More Exciting Than They Seem
Shopping for a used vehicle to save on upfront costs and insurance premiums is something that most drivers have done at least once in their lifetime. The potential buyer is usually looking for something with a strong emphasis on practicality and sustainability, not high performance and excitement. What if we told you that there were […]
The 2024 Chevy Silverado 1500 Is as Exciting as Its EV and ZR2 Siblings
The excitement that surrounds the upcoming 2024 model year is certainly palpable, and no other vehicle has as much buzz generating around more than Chevy. With the new edition of the off-road-ready Silverado 1500 ZR2 and the debut of the all-electric Silverado EV, which itself bears a strong resemblance to the Chevy Avalanche, it’s certainly […]
3 Reasons Why Every Compact SUV, Except the GMC Terrain, Looks the Same
If you’ve shopped for an SUV recently and your local GMC dealer wasn’t on the list of stops, you probably test drove a lot of great looking vehicles with similar styling–sleek rooflines, stylized grilles, and clever contouring–that made them hard to tell apart. The truth is, most automakers have embraced a softer, more car-like sameness […]
The Unprecedented Power of the 2023 Toyota Tacoma
Toyota is known for the versatility and utility that they apply to each of their vehicles. There is a reason that the brand has become such a well-known household name over the years, and if you look on any street, you will see just how common Toyota vehicles genuinely are. Ever a favorite among casual […]
The IONIQ 6 Is a Car Enthusiast’s Dream
I was talking to a friend of mine about electric vehicles, what’s out there right now, and what’s hitting the scene, and he asked me, “Is the IONIQ 6 the best EV on the market?” My immediate thought and reaction was to say, “No, it’s good, but it’s not the best EV out there.” And […]
The Quest for Off-Road Compatibility: Subarus That Pass the Test
One of the latest trends for spending your free time has grown to a $20 billion plus industry, making you wonder if it’s still actually a trend or commonplace. That industry is off-roading, and the number of people flocking to this adrenaline-pumping, nature-loving activity is expected to continue to grow in the foreseeable future. The […]
Jumping Through Hoops in Japan: No Acrobatics, Just Motorcycle Riding
We have an insatiable need for speed that draws us to potent, two-wheeled powerhouses that promise plenty of thrills in the saddle. However, that need is not solely ours. It is not proprietary but unites people around the world. It is a primary focus and a central inspiration throughout the transportation industry, from American automakers […]