We often tend to limit our perception of a vehicle to one or two specific roles, narrowing our appreciation for how versatile any given vehicle can be. Even as somebody who writes about cars, it can be tempting to think of three-row SUVs as family vehicles that live in the suburbs and never see much […]
Category: Off Roading
2022 Nissan Frontier PRO-X Revives the Proud Tradition of the Prerunner
Nissan has long excelled in the ultra-competitive pickup sector, producing a line of capable, rugged trucks that also happen to offer surprisingly solid off-road performance. As Nissan’s current midsize offering, the Frontier is one such pickup, featuring a range of trim options that allow drivers to create the ideal ride for any application. Debuting for […]
Want a Lifted Off-Road Nissan Rogue? Here’s What You Need to Know
The Nissan Rogue is a great family vehicle. It’s the go-to solution for those who want a compact SUV that offers respectable styling and great fuel economy. It comes with an all-wheel drive, has a modest turbocharged three-cylinder, and isn’t particularly known for its compatibility with engine or transmission swaps. But what if you wanted […]
2022 F-150 Raptor Offers A Lesson in Long-Travel Suspensions
A lot has been made of the 2022 Ford F-150 Raptor’s power, and for a good reason. The veritable off-road beast is one of the most powerful pickups on the market, with a massive twin-turbo V6 that wouldn’t be out of place in the desert racing circuits that gave birth to this breed of off-road […]
The 2023 Chevy Silverado ZR2 Is Coming to Dominate the Off-Road Market
Since its original release in 1999, the Chevy Silverado has seen quite the evolution. Chevy didn’t exactly know what they had their hands on, but it was clearly a gem, as buyers were flocking to experience it for themselves. Over the years, it’s gone through many changes, from exterior aesthetic modifications to interior cabin upgrades […]
Why Customize Your Ford F-150 Tremor With Upfitter Switches?
Ford has long dominated the pickup market, with the iconic Ford F-150 reigning as America’s best-selling truck for over 45 years. Ford has learned a thing or two over that timespan, delivering some of the most exciting, groundbreaking, and capable models on the market. In fact, 2022 marks a milestone for the bowtie brand, with […]
Wrangling Colorado’s Greatest Trails
The great outdoors––almost everyone says they love it, but who’s actually got the nerve to go there? And I don’t mean glamping in Grandpa’s backyard in the Catskills. I’m talking deep woods, into-the-wild, find-the-gaps-in-T-Mobile’s-coverage great outdoors, man. There’s nothing like the serenity of a truly silent landscape totally devoid of human influence. The trouble for […]
How the Acadia AT4 Keeps the Driver in Control
The 2023 GMC Acadia AT4 is a midsize SUV that’s built for adventure. And since it’s capable of going beyond the beaten path, it’s filled with features that are designed to keep the driver in control in any situation. There are plenty of things that can throw a wrench into your plans when you’re heading […]
6 Pros and Cons of Lifted Trucks
There are more and more lifted trucks for sale these days, and the number of companies making quality lift kits is only going up. You can even buy lifted trucks in a variety of flavors straight from the factory. From basic packages like the Ram Rebel and Ford Tremor to off-road monsters like the Ram […]
How Much of a Difference Is There Between a Stock 2022 Colorado ZR2 and the ZR2 Race Truck?
It’s not uncommon for automakers to either turn a consumer production vehicle into a racing edition, like the Ford Escort or the Toyota Corolla. Likewise, it’s not uncommon to take a vehicle built for racing and homologate them into consumer production versions, like the Ford GT or WRX STI. Interestingly enough, the Chevy Colorado ZR2 […]
All-New American Classics
Ahh, 2013. No war in Ukraine. No COVID. No fake news, no Brexit, we still had Kobe and Betty White, and I’m pretty sure Lance Armstrong was still cool, too, but don’t quote me on it. But you, dear reader, I know that you suffered. You adored Ford’s badass F-150 Raptor, then a 4-year-old model […]
How Would Electric Off-Roading Even Work? We’ll Tell You!
So, you’ve got your electric vehicles, and you’ve got off-roaders. What happens when we combine the two? Is it even possible? Not too long ago, it may have seemed impossible, but Jeep, the off-roading king, begged to differ, and the result is the brand new 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe. What makes this vehicle so […]
Dirty Diversions: A Guide to Different Types of Off-Roading
Drivers seeking off-road-ready vehicles now have more choices than ever. While the pursuit was previously reserved for those with off-road specific rigs or four-wheel drive vehicles souped up to handle off-road fun, a new breed of SUV has entered the fray. These vehicles offer much of the same heavy-duty equipment as the competition, but also […]
All-Terrain, Mud-Terrain, and More: Choosing the Right Off-Road Tires
Off-roading has exploded in popularity in recent years as drivers seek adventurous outings a little closer to home. The trend has been especially prevalent in the powersports industry, with ATV brands like Polaris reporting a sales boom of more than 40 percent. The auto industry has responded in kind, introducing a slate of new off-road-capable […]
8 of the Coolest Cars That Are Actually “Affordable”
As a kid who grew up in the 1980s and ‘90s, I’d say that the coolest car ever made was the Lamborghini Countach. Everything about it was pure aesthetic delight, and it was absolutely dripping with the over-the-top veneer and style of that era. You’re not exactly going to find a Countach at an online […]
Used Ford Vehicles That Are Worth Purchasing for Off-Road Adventures
The worldwide microchip shortage has changed the way that car shopping is being done, at least for now. Today’s automobiles are more complex than ever before, and the shortage means that production numbers for new vehicles will be much smaller than in years prior. What this means for consumers is that the search for new […]
Take to the Trails in an Off-Road Ready GMC
If your recreational activities consist of hitting the trail in an off-road rig and you’re in the market for a new vehicle, you’re in luck because you can get one model that can handle it all. Today, there are street-worthy, off-road-ready models that come straight out of the factory. Even if you live in a […]
Red Clay Dreams: Exploring Georgia’s Off-Road Trails
From islands and beaches along the coast to the lush mountains and hills dotting the north, Georgia has no shortage of stunning natural landscapes to enjoy. Hikers from around the world flock to Springer Mountain to begin their 2,190-mile trek along the Appalachian Trail, while surfers can be found ripping up waves on Tybee Island. […]
Get Wild and Go Deep With the Bronco Raptor and Everglades
In the ever-expanding world of the SUV, nothing has stood out more in the last two years than the Ford Bronco. Once thought extinct, the Bronco has kicked back into the automotive world with a vengeance and configurability to boot. There is one for every type of outdoor situation, and a trip down to your […]
5 Tough Trails to Visit in Your Off-Roading SUV
Most people don’t want to beat up their brand-new SUV on the trails––at least, not on rough ones. Finding a good, older, off-roading model is a great reason to type “used car dealer near me” into your preferred search engine. Once you find the used off-roader you’re looking for, whether it be a Jeep Wrangler, […]