Everyone knows the sound of a V8 roaring, even if they’re not a car person. With their massive torque and horsepower figures, V8s are the only engines that can satisfy serious cravings for what can only be described as oomph. However, it’s no secret that administrations at every level have been putting pressure on vehicle […]
Author: Julia Austin
Julia graduated from UCLA's creative writing program and has a decade-plus career covering various lifestyle topics, from travel to wellness. In the automotive world, she is a lover of all things that make a vehicle comfortable and convenient. As a nearly life-long Jetta driver, Julia appreciates models that are stylish, fun to drive, and safe. During her downtime, Julia loves spending hours treasure-hunting in thrift stores and hanging out with her dog.
4 Terrific SUVs for Overlanding
Overlanding is becoming increasingly popular amongst people who want to learn self-reliance and experience a more minimalist and intimate way to explore the vast and beautiful lands of this country. Overlanding is often mistaken for off-roading. While both do involve leaving paved roads, they’re ultimately very different activities that appeal to very different drivers. That […]
The Ford SUV That’s Available Everywhere But the US
Have you ever wondered if the great American car manufacturers like Ford offer international markets any gems they withhold from us? Well, maybe you hadn’t before, but now you’re thinking about it. And we can tell you that Ford has kept a treasure from us: the Everest. The Everest is a rugged midsize SUV. You […]
20 Years Later: Celebrating the Legacy of the Rubicon Trim
The Jeep Rubicon trim has now been with us for two decades. It’s almost old enough to order a drink. Nearly every Jeep dealer across the country is celebrating 20 years of the rugged Rubicon. It’s seen thousands of the most adventurous drivers through the most rugged terrain and unlocked a new level of freedom […]
If You Find a 2021 Ford Bronco Sasquatch, Should You Get It?
The original Ford Bronco came from a different time. There was always something beautiful about its simplicity. It was a brute animal that didn’t pretend to be anything else. The original Bronco era was a time when we didn’t quite think of things like pollution or unbelievably high gas prices, so we could blissfully enjoy […]
Which Is Best for Off-Roading, the 2024 Silverado 1500 ZR2 or 2024 Tundra TRD Pro?
The Chevy Silverado 1500 and the Toyota Tundra are excellent full-size pickups that hard workers and adventure enthusiasts have loved for quite some time. They’re known for their powerful engines, impressive towing abilities, and dynamic trim lineups. In recent years, both manufacturers have paid special attention to the off-road variants of these respective trucks; after […]
What to Know About Towing a Camper or Trailer With a Large SUV
Today, many SUVs are capable of towing some serious weight. Road trippers who want to take their accommodations with them but don’t want to buy an RV are taking advantage of such SUVs because it lets them continue to drive the vehicle they’re comfortable in while having a small camper or trailer in tow. Another […]
ZR2 or LT Trail Boss: Which Off-Road Silverado 1500 Trim Is Best for You?
Chevrolet has made a determined effort to provide off-road-ready variants of the Silverado 1500 to its customer base. The ZR2 was a late addition to the Silverado family, but the Trail Boss had only appeared a few years earlier. The Silverado 1500 existed for roughly a decade before these off-road superstars were added to its […]
Two Ford Anti-Theft Protection Products to Consider Adding to Your F-150
If you’ve ever been misfortunate enough to have your vehicle stolen, then you know what a vulnerable moment that is. Vehicle theft leaves the victim feeling incredibly violated. There is, for one thing, the terrible financial loss. A vehicle is, for many, one of the most expensive things they ever own. Having someone steal a […]
ProMaster or ProMaster City? Which is the Right Cargo Van?
So your business is growing, and you realize you simply can’t conduct it out of the back of your SUV or minivan anymore. You have equipment to haul around or products and goods to deliver. Maybe you transport pets or passengers. Plus, you want to look professional, and you know pulling up in your personal-use […]
The Twists and Turns of the Chevy SS’ Curious and Sometimes Unfortunate History
If a friend has ever told you that they found a Chevy SS at a local used car auction or been giddy about finding an SS at a used Chevy dealership, you might have been confused for a moment because…you weren’t quite sure what an SS was. Every so often in automobile history, a great […]
Which Fords Are Best for Overlanding and Off-Roading?
You might have heard that the already beloved Raptor trim, previously available on the F-150 truck, is now also available on the off-road-ready Bronco. Many drivers who were already fans of the Bronco are excited for this new rendition, which is inspired by Ultra4 racing vehicles, which are basically vehicles meant to go super fast […]
Why the 2023 Chevy Suburban Is One of the Best Full-Size Family SUVs on the Market
Life on the road with a large family is simply an experience like none other. Busy parents everywhere understand that managing several children while they’re running loose in your home is difficult enough; containing their energy and tantrums while appeasing all of their requests becomes even harder when everyone is under one steel roof on […]
Celebrating the 1970s Inspirations Behind the 2024 Bronco Sport Free Wheeling Trim
Fans of the Ford Bronco Sport, Ford’s subcompact SUV, and its little sibling, the off-road-ready Bronco Sport, might have noticed something new in the 2024 lineup: a colorful throwback to the 1970s. For the 2024 model year, Ford announced the release of the retro-looking Free Wheeling trim. (Just so those looking for a Ford Bronco […]
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 […]
Ford Escape vs. Ford Bronco
Ford has a history of offering an incredible selection of SUVs to their customer base. When it comes to this body style, Ford is a jack of all trades. Even though all SUVs are, well, SUVs, there is a tremendous amount of variation within the different sizes and subcategories. Ford has excelled in creating an […]
The Ram 2500 Power Wagon Is the Original Off-Road Heavy-Duty Pickup Truck
If you’re exploring your heavy-duty pickup options and looking for something that can also handle some off-roading, a Ram 2500 Power Wagon might show up during your searches for “Ram trucks for sale.” At first glance, it sounds like it might be some sort of station wagon. It certainly doesn’t sound like a pickup truck. […]
Why You Should Reserve Your 2024 Ford Mustang Dark Horse Now
Okay, pony car lovers, you drivers who crave an engine that roars so loud it shakes the earth beneath you and makes you a menace to your neighborhood but the secret envy of half those looky-loos. Yeah, we’re talking to you. You know you anticipate the release of the new Ford Mustang every year. The […]
Which Has the Better Camping Accessories? The Nissan Frontier or Toyota Tacoma?
So you’re looking for the perfect midsize truck for your adventurous lifestyle. You try to break away from the office, the suburbs, the city—whatever your personal prison is—as much as possible. If it were up to you, you’d live off the grid, eating what you hunt, filtering your own water, and just connecting with the […]
Why The 2024 Chevy E-Ray Might Be The Perfect Corvette
When you were a little kid and tried to imagine the cars of the future, you might have pictured something like the Chevy E-Ray. Even today, it almost looks too modern to be real. The E-Ray, for the record, is a hybrid-electric variant of the ever-popular Corvette C8. If you’ve followed the Corvette through the […]