Since it burst on the scene in 2010, the F-150 Raptor has turned heads with its brash performance and devil-may-care attitude. In their original review, MotorTrend described it as what happens when hot rodders decide to go off-road racing. For my money, it’s the vehicle that truly spawned the “mainstream super-truck” category of souped-up trucks […]
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2025 Ram 1500 RHO: Everything You Need to Know
Some people fear change, others embrace it. I, on the other hand, am somewhere in between. If something is changing, it better have a decent reason to do so, or at the least, provide an outcome that makes you understand the change more than question it further. Innovation is something that constantly raises its head […]
Does the New TrailSport Trim Really Make the Ridgeline Off-Road Ready?
Can you find a truck at your local Honda dealer? Depends on your definition. For some, body-on-frame construction is what separates the trucks from the cars. But if you’re not a purist, you might be willing to admit that for most practical purposes, it’s the presence of an open cargo bed that defines the category. […]
Which Z71 Package Is Right for Your Silverado 2500 HD?
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 […]
The Evolution of Off-Road Vehicles: The Kégresse Track to the Raptor
Who would want to drive on a nice, paved road when you could be carving through muddy ruts, bouncing in your seat, and learning the meaning of “center of gravity” first-hand? As long as there have been cars, there have been drivers who will find any excuse to test their limits with off-road driving. While […]
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 […]
Unlocking the Ford F-150 Lightning’s Performance Potential
Though electric trucks are still an emerging segment in the automotive market, the fact remains that the electric future is here. Ford has been touting the F-150 Lightning as equal to the standard gasoline-powered F-150, which is fantastic news for drivers who rely on pickup trucks for towing, stowing, and going. However, there hasn’t been […]
Which 2024 Toyota Tacoma TRD Is Right for You?
The redesigned 2024 Toyota Tacoma has taken this iconic midsize pickup to all-new heights, especially when it comes to its already-impressive off-road capabilities. In fact, no fewer than five of the eight available trims are performance-focused, catering to a broad spectrum of truck enthusiasts. While the 2023 Tacoma offered the TRD Sport, TRD Off-Road, 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 […]
Which Brand Offers the Best Multipurpose Tailgate?
If you’ve seen any Chevy trucks for sale near you lately, you may have noticed the Multi-Flex tailgate, which was released on the 2021 Silverado 1500. While the Multi-Flex and its inner gate may look a bit strange next to a traditional tailgate, it fits in perfectly with the lineup of flashy new tailgate designs […]
The 2024 Chevy Colorado: An Award-Winning Way to Go Off-Road
Pilots don’t make their first flight in a Boeing 737, and even the world’s greatest off-roaders didn’t start out in the most advanced truck that money can buy. The Chevrolet Colorado recently celebrated its 20th anniversary as the midsize truck people turn to when they want to get their feet wet in the off-roading world—but […]
What’s New for the 2024 F-150 Tremor?
If you’re even slightly interested in the idea of off-roading, you can’t help but drool over the Ford F-150 Raptor. The beefy Raptor set off a trend of factory-built off-road-ready trucks that are so big and powerful that it’s hard to talk about them without sounding like a carnival barker, ushering enthusiasts in with specially-tuned […]
Off-Road Face-Off: 2024 Colorado ZR2 Bison vs 2022 Colorado ZR2 Bison
Today’s trucks are bigger and more imposing than ever, but few have the credentials to back up their aggressive appearance. That’s certainly not the case with Chevy’s midsize off-road monster in the Colorado ZR2 Bison. Born out of a collaboration between Chevy and the off-road and overland vehicle parts and accessories wizards at American Expedition […]
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 […]
An Off-Road Olympian: A Look at the 2024 Nissan Titan PRO-4X
For two decades, the Nissan Titan has carved out a distinctive place for itself in the full-sized pickup truck marketplace. First launched as Nissan’s challenge to the domestic US manufacturers in their strongest category, the Titan has offered a unique blend of full-sized muscle, technology, and sophistication. Unfortunately, after the 2024 model year, the Titan’s […]
When Adventure Calls, Chevy Answers With the Silverado 1500 ZR2 Bison
It’s an incredible time to drive a truck, with every revered truckmaker touting more potent and capable models that don’t simply meet our everyday demands but also exceed our expectations for adventure, luxury, and innovation. Trucks like the Chevy Silverado 1500 for sale are undoubtedly among these models—particularly the ZR2 Bison. As Chevrolet’s most capable […]
Is the 2024 Chevy Silverado 1500 Trail Boss a Viable Alternative to the ZR2?
The Chevy Silverado ZR2 came bursting onto the scene for the 2022 model year. It was a huge step up in terms of off-road capabilities for the Silverado when it came to competing with Ford’s Tremor and the headline-stealing Ram 1500 TRX. The 2024 Chevy Silverado 1500 still offers the ZR2 as the top-of-the-line trim, […]
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 Used Chevy Silverado Trail Boss Is a Great Off-Road Truck
With off-roading becoming big business for the major auto manufacturers in recent years—especially Ford, Ram, GMC, and Chevy—there’s been an upswing in the availability of off-road trims. Chevy, in particular, has been ramping up its competitive edge with off-road trim availability across the Silverado and Colorado. Of course, newer off-road trims mean there’s also a […]
One of a Kind: The Diesel 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4 and AT4X
If you’ve ever spent time at an overland rally, you know that off-roaders are passionate about their rigs and love to talk about their modifications and gear. That passion is often well-founded because overlanding is a community-rich environment. To be brutally honest, overlanders typically invest a small fortune to customize their trucks and SUVs to […]