For more than 35 years, the Z71—whether as an optional package or a trim level—has given Chevy trucks and SUVs an off-roading shot in the arm. By tweaking the suspension, adding underbody production, and even giving the driver advanced assistance features, Chevy makes it easier for drivers to tackle the terrain that gets their adrenaline […]
Category: Performance
The Ford F-150 FP700 Democratizes Performance
The Ford F-150 Raptor R is a feat of modern pickup design. Built with high-speed off-road antics in mind, the full-size truck comes packed with a full suite of heavy-duty gear that allows drivers to overcome rocks, mud, sand, and whatever else the trail might throw at them. While the pickup’s 37-inches tires, Fox Dual […]
Are Full-Size SUVs Superior? The GMC Yukon Makes Its Case
Drivers are flocking to off-road models like never before, but there can be a wide gulf between legitimate offerings and those simply looking to capitalize on the trend. There’s nothing inherently wrong with this new generation of so-called “soft-roaders,” which provide a rugged, sporty look while lacking the actual heavy-duty components needed to ensure off-road […]
Are Chevrolet Performance Parts Worth it?
Whether you’re talking about the Camaro, Corvette, or award-winning pickups like the Silverado and Colorado, the name “Chevy” has long been synonymous with performance. Walk into your local Chevy dealer and you’ll find exciting new models like the 2024 Camaro, a potent pony car powered by a small-block V8 that puts out 455 hp and […]
The Chevy Colorado’s Off-Road Trims: Trail Boss, Z71, and ZR2
When you’re browsing your local Chevy dealer for a dedicated off-road partner, it’s hard to do better than the Chevy Colorado. This midsize pickup combines the raw power of Chevy’s award-winning Silverado 1500 with the practicality of a smaller truck—a formula that’s perfect for any driver looking to explore the road less paved. The Colorado’s […]
Everything to Love About Japan’s Trio of Redesigned Track-Ready Compacts
Japanese automotive engineering has always been on the cutting edge, and the compact car is no exception. For the longest time, a compact was simply a fuel-efficient, affordable way to get you to work. But over the last few decades, Japanese automakers have redefined the compact as a nimble, powerful machine you can take to […]
The C8 Corvette Looks Like a Supercar, But Does It Perform Like One?
There’s little doubt the eighth-generation Chevy Corvette Stingray is the most powerful, best-handling Corvette ever produced. The culmination of more than seventy years of research, development, and open-road thrills, this all-American machine is beloved by critics and enthusiasts alike. Over the decades, the Corvette has evolved from a basic roadster to a coupe that screams […]
Cat Out of Hell: The HEMI-Powered Durango SRT Takes Its Final Lap
When it comes to versatility, few segments can touch the humble SUV. Offering a clever mix of power, cargo room, and utility, today’s SUVs are some of the most well-rounded vehicles on the road. As adept at towing and hauling as they are at comfortably fitting the whole family and giving drivers a commanding view […]
What Makes the Rimac Nevera THE Supercar to Watch
It’s really hard to choose the “coolest” supercar. By definition, they are superior to the daily driver production cars we see each day, at least in terms of performance. When it comes to soccer practice carpools or fishing trips with your buddies, they might not be the ideal pick, especially if you’re trying to keep […]
Ford Is Enhancing the 2024 Mustang Mach-E for Performance Enthusiasts
When the Ford Mustang Mach-E burst onto the scene in December 2020, it signaled a new era for both Ford performance and Ford EVs. Now entering its fourth year of production, the 2024 Mustang Mach-E is aiming to raise the bar even higher. Although technically a compact crossover SUV, Ford is aiming to show that […]
The 2024 GR Corolla Premium: A New Take on Toyota’s High-Performance Hatchback
When the Toyota GR Corolla hit showrooms in early 2022, it was a jolt to the system for the Corolla nameplate and for high-performance compact lovers alike; the Corolla Hatchback that people knew for decades as a solid, dependable commuter car was suddenly fun. Then, the GR Corolla Circuit Edition joined the Core trim in […]
Affordable Performance EV SUVs: A Growing Niche With Hot Competition
For the 2024 model year, we’ll begin to see the much-anticipated Blazer EV for sale in dealerships across the country. At the top of its trims, you’ll find a sporty SS that’s designed to deliver thrilling driving dynamics. Even five years ago, the idea of an SUV that’s both all-electric and performance-oriented while still striving […]
Are Trucks Taking the Place of the Muscle Car?
As someone who grew up in the 1990s, I can vividly remember a time when things were based on the premise of “bigger is better.” Despite the narrative that popular culture likes to project, the decade was not entirely composed of flannel, grunge, and the embracing of postmodern irony. It was a time when certain […]
Is the Audi e-tron GT a Worthy Successor to the Audi R8?
One of the biggest stories in recent years is well-known car models heading to the scrapyard in the sky. Back in November 2022, it was announced that the 2023 model year of the Audi R8 would be its last. The second-generation R8 Type 4S was never a huge seller—total numbers lagged well behind rivals like […]
The Mustang Family Welcomes Powerful Additions for Its Newest Generation
From its reputation and trailblazing status to its sporty looks and guttural exhaust note, the Mustang looks every bit the sports car, but Ford hasn’t always put performance at the forefront when it comes to the original pony car. In part, this can be attributed to the Mustang’s iconic status. With so much hype and […]
How Dodge Is Creating a New Generation of High-Performance Vehicles
Recent years have seen the Dodge brand focusing almost exclusively on muscle cars, specifically the Dodge Charger and Dodge Challenger. Sure, there’s also the Dodge Durango SUV––which still packs quite the performance punch within its segment––but for the most part, you opt for Dodge if you want an awesome American muscle car. The times, however, […]
Corvette Racing Is Dead, Long Live Corvette Racing
Step into your local Chevy dealer, take a quick look at the Chevy Corvette, and one thing immediately becomes clear. This is a car that wants to go fast. Introduced in 1953, the Corvette has been lauded as one of the country’s most original sports car creations. From its recognizable fiberglass bodywork to the famous […]
The Porsche 718 Boxster and Cayman: A Classic Sports Car Marches On
Porsche is one of the most important names in the history of sports cars, and 718 is one of the most important numbers in the history of Porsche. In the 1960s, variants such as the 718 RSK and 718 RS 60 utterly dominated sports car racing, European hill climb, and even FIA Formula 2 competition. […]
What the 2025 Ram 1500 Hurricane Engine Means for the Ram Brand
The Ram brand is changing. The last of the V8 interceptors are here, under the hoods of the 2024 model years of Stellantis’ subsidiaries. The Hemi is going away. The TRX is going extinct. There is gnashing of teeth and bawling of eyes, but change is a necessary step to embrace the future. Stellantis is […]
A Triumphant Return: The 2024 BMW M4 CS
Since its introduction in 2014, the BMW M4 has offered a high-performance twist on the company’s luxurious 4 Series. Along the way, there have been several specialty variants that offered even more motorsports features and power for drivers who are serious about their cars, including the recent top-of-the-line 2023 M4 CSL. Now, BMW and performance […]