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 […]
Category: SUVs
How Off-Road Capable Is the Jeep Compass Trailhawk?
If you’re looking for off-road prowess at your local Jeep dealer, you’re probably going to gravitate toward the iconic Wrangler right off the bat, and we don’t blame you. The rugged Wrangler has its reputation for a reason: it’s capable of some serious off-roading at any trim level, and you can remove the doors and […]
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 […]
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 […]
Exploring the 2024 Chevy Trailblazer ACTIV
Want to do more with your crossover than pick up groceries and visit your buddies? The 2024 Trailblazer ACTIV might be the right vehicle for you. Of all the Chevy SUVs for sale today, those with the ACTIV trim may be the most intriguing. By taking the everyday on-road practicality an SUV is known for […]
The 2025 Toyota 4Runner Shatters Expectations
The moment we have all been waiting for is here: after 15 years on the market, the venerable Toyota 4Runner has finally received a full redesign. Redesigning an icon is never easy, but Toyota knocked this one out of the park. Based on the same TNGA-F body-on-frame platform as the Tundra, Tacoma, and Land Cruiser, […]
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 […]
The Chevy Blazer EV SS Is Here, But Does It Deserve the Super Sport Label?
The SS moniker has long been used to designate a high-performance model from the Chevrolet brand. The SS stands for Super Sport, and it’s been used off and on throughout the history of the automaker for various cars, trucks, and now SUVs. The SS signature was first used all the way back in 1961, but […]
Ranking Jeep’s Adventurers, Off-Road Edition: From the Renegade to the Grand Cherokee
The Wrangler steals the spotlight at Jeep dealers across the nation because it’s hard to argue with a legend. Its heritage in the Jeep lineup is rich, officially putting the automotive brand on the map after World War II. More importantly, it lives up to its reputation as the go-anywhere, do-anything adventurer and has a […]
Do Mazda’s New e-Skyactiv Powertrains Herald a New Era of Performance Vehicles?
“Revolutionary, “evolutionary,” and “groundbreaking” are a few of the words often thrown around to build up hype for a new foray into performance engineering in the automotive world. The final product doesn’t always live up to the hype when there are too many superlatives used leading up to the release. Suffice it to say, the […]
Does the 2024 Explorer ST Live Up to the Legacy?
When Ford unveiled the sixth generation of the Explorer for the 2020 model year, it included new options that established a fresh tone for the classic midsize SUV. Part off-road vehicle, part suburban family shuttle, and part race car, the Ford Explorer ST immediately made its presence felt in the “hot rod SUV” niche. It […]
Clash of the Soft-Roaders: Ford Bronco Sport vs. the Competition
There’s nothing more satisfying than embarking on an epic adventure. Just the thought of it makes your palms sweat with anticipation of what’s in store for you off-road. For those who have the thrill of exploration coursing through their veins, it’s only natural to be captivated by rugged off-roaders like the Wrangler and Raptor models. […]
Building the Right Jeep Grand Cherokee for Overlanding
Overlanding is all about abandoning the paved roads and living life off the grid, away from the city lights, the structures, and the technologies of modern society. To do this, you will need a specific type of vehicle to sustain a lifestyle far removed from all of the creature comforts provided by the current era […]
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 […]
Clash of the Toyotas: 2024 4Runner vs 2024 Land Cruiser
After a brief hiatus, the Toyota Land Cruiser is back for the 2024 model year with an all-new design that returns to its roots as a rugged adventurer. Many off-roaders looking for a reliable SUV are certainly excited about this development, but others are unsure if it’s the right option for them. After all, there’s […]
Get Excited About Driving Again With the 2024 Ford Expedition
As newly-licensed teens, many of us fawned over our first car and the freedom it represented. Now, we are adults and are able to make a decision about what cars best fit our driving needs. Today, I will introduce you to the next car you will fall head over heels for—the 2024 Ford Expedition. There […]
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 […]
Can Jeep Wrangle the Bronco? An Off-Road Showdown
If you’re in the market for a new SUV, a quick visit to your local Ford dealership should turn up a full slate of intriguing options. From the compact Ford Escape and Bronco Sport to the midsize Edge, Ford’s crossover SUVs have proved to be some of the brand’s most popular models in recent years. […]
What is Ford’s Most Successful SUV?
It’s no secret that the era of the traditional passenger car has passed. Sales of sedans, coupes, and hatchbacks don’t even quite total one-quarter of new vehicle sales. This is a seismic shift in the preferences of car buyers over the past few decades and has led to driveways where it’s not at all uncommon […]
Chevy Walks the Beat With the Tahoe PPV
When lives hang in the balance, only the best will do. From local and state police to sheriff’s departments and more, law enforcement agencies have long turned to Chevy for many of their automotive needs. Chevy isn’t the only automaker to develop such a close relationship with these groups, but its collaboration has produced some […]