From the ultra-efficient Prius to the go-anywhere 4Runner and best-selling RAV4, a quick visit to your local Toyota dealer is bound to turn up any number of alluring options. That said, the 2024 GR Corolla Circuit Edition or 2024 GR86 Trueno Edition are easily two of their most tempting models for the coming model year, […]
Author: Matt Dodge
Between spending Father's Day at the local race track and watching NASCAR in his grandparent's living room, Matt Dodge has long been fascinated with all things automotive. Matt has worked at a variety of business magazines, daily newspapers, and trade publications while making time for some unique side hustles, including stints as a tour guide and pedicab operator. Quirky tales from automotive history and helpful how-to guides are some of Matt's favorite topics, though his own D.I.Y. efforts have largely been limited to keeping his 1999 GMC Savana from imploding and removing the backseat of his Honda Accord to make more room for surfboards.
Speeding, Not Spending: Fastest Cars Under $80K
When buying a new car, truck, or SUV, some drivers are searching for reliable daily drivers or roomy family vehicles. Others are in the market for the towing and hauling power of a heavy-duty pickup or a purpose-built off-roader that can navigate challenging terrain. Then there are the folks who want the fastest cars you […]
Rare Rides: History’s Most Unique Motorcycles
When it comes to motorcycles, even those who have never thrown a leg over a bike are bound to recognize a few of the industry’s best-selling models. Take the Harley-Davidson Sportster, for example. With over 40,000 units sold in 2020 alone, the iconic bike can easily be found weaving through traffic from coast to coast. […]
Top 5 Motorcycle Accessories for 2023
Accessorizing your ride is one of the best parts of motorcycle culture, allowing riders to unlock new capabilities, improve comfort and convenience, or just add a little panache to their bike. From custom paint jobs and to high-performance air filters, lighter wheels, and modified exhausts, there are plenty of ways to set your ride apart […]
Crash Registers: The Most Expensive Wrecks of 2023
Call it voyeurism or schadenfreude, but there’s something about a car crash that just tends to grab our attention. It can be hard to tear your eyes away from the real-life drama of an accident, so much so that we’ve even coined a term for the phenomenon: rubbernecking. Known to snarl traffic and delay commutes, […]
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, […]
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, […]
Is the Silverado High Country Chevy’s Most Luxurious Truck?
If you’ve been paying attention to the pickup market over the last decade, you might have noticed an interesting trend. It’s not the growth of the segment itself–-although U.S. pickup sales have grown from 13% to 20% of the auto market since 2012–-but rather the average price tag of a new truck. In 2005, the […]
Why the 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 RST Is a Standout Trim Option
Chevy has always been the go-to brand for hardworking drivers who need pickup trucks that can keep up with them. With a vast arsenal of bold and dynamic vehicles, drivers who need to tackle tough projects have always been able to rely on the power their cars and trucks possess. And on the front of […]
Suspensions, Seats, Snorkels: Exploring the Best Parts of the 2024 Toyota Tacoma
There’s a lot to love about the all-new Toyota Tacoma. Fully redesigned for the 2024 model year, Toyota has taken everything there is to love about this midsize pickup and kicked it up a notch. From a robust body-on-frame design to a fresh off-road trim, expanded powertrain offerings that include a new hybrid option, and […]
Brawny Beauties: Tracking Ford’s Performance Models
When Henry Ford dreamed up the world’s first mass-produced car, he had three simple goals in mind: he wanted it to be easy to operate, durable, and (most importantly) affordable. For over 120 years, that formula has served the company well, allowing the automaker to grow into one of the industry’s largest while building a […]
Speed on a Budget: The Best Affordable Used Performance Cars
The used vehicle market draws in all sorts of buyers, from parents looking for a first car for their newly licensed teen to those looking to save a few bucks on their next daily driver. The used market might typically be all about value, but that doesn’t mean it has to be boring. Between classic […]
2024 GMC Sierra 1500 Trim Round-up
It’s not just you: pickups are getting fancier. Customization has become an increasingly important factor in the segment as of late, with more and more drivers opting to invest in higher trim levels in an attempt to set their ride apart from the crowd. The data backs up the trend, with Edmunds estimating that the […]
A Guide to the Various Chevy Silverado Weight Classes
The Chevy Silverado has become an iconic vehicle in the automotive industry among hardworking drivers. No matter what kind of work you are looking to tackle with your pickup truck, you need a car that can easily handle heavy loads, get you from point A to point B with precision and efficiency, and offer a […]
From Maine to Mississippi: The Best Fall Motorcycle Trips In the US
Of all the seasons, fall is easily one of the best times of year to explore America on the back of your motorcycle. That’s not to say that motorcycle riding and touring isn’t fun year-round, but if you’re looking for the perfect combination of weather, road conditions, and scenic views, it’s hard to do much […]
The 2023 Midsize Truck Off-Road Roundup
When it comes to the world of off-roading, bigger isn’t always better. Full-size pickups might be hard to beat regarding raw power, towing capacity, and performance, but if you’re looking to explore your local off-road trails or plan an extended overlanding trip, the midsize segment is the way to go. There are a number of […]
Alone No More: The 2024 Ford Ranger Gets Two New Engine Options
With the debut of its fifth generation, the 2024 Ford Ranger boasts a number of improvements over the outgoing 2023 model. First off, Ford has upsized the midsize pickup, giving the Ranger a two-inch boost to both its wheelbase and track, two upgrades that can make all the difference when it comes to comfort and […]
How to Make History With the Toyota Camry TRD
The Camry has long been boasted as one of the best values in its class, with Toyota’s strong track record for reliability—along with the Camry’s thrifty, fuel-efficient nature—making it the go-to choice for drivers looking for a dependable daily driver that won’t break the bank. This formula has proved fruitful for Toyota, with the Camry […]
Glide Into the Future in the Cadillac Escalade
If you’re in the market for a full-size SUV, there are lots of reasons to consider the 2023 Cadillac Escalade. As the marquee SUV of a storied American brand, the Escalade has developed a reputation for luxury, performance, and pure size, eclipsing the rest of the full-size class and earning a place in the hearts […]