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New Meaning to Idol Worship, Car Club Opens Church

Car enthusiasts enjoy more than their cars. They enjoy the connection with other auto enthusiasts. Car shows typically only happen during the weekend, though. So, what is an enthusiast to do in the meantime? Joining a car club is often the answer. There are plenty of clubs for classic cars, muscle cars, off-road rigs, etc. …
1967 Ford Bronco

2021 Ford Bronco Gets a Specific Date for Debut

The Ford Bronco is one of the most hotly anticipated SUV debuts in years. People have been waiting on pins and needles for any information regarding its return. Ford has done a good job of keeping the Bronco fans stirred in enthusiasm during the entire time. But, on Saturday, Ford finally announced a specific date for the rebirth of …
Black Carlex Design-modified Ford Ranger

Carlex’s Ford Ranger Can Go Off-Road in Luxury

Though the Ranger Raptor’s future is in jeopardy, Ford’s midsize pickup truck continues to soldier on. The Ford Ranger is already fairly impressive in terms of off-road capability in its base form. But that’s been bolstered by various overlanding and off-roading builds. And now, design and tuning firm Carlex Design is adding its own luxurious …
A pic of the front passenger side of a black van that received anoverlanding conversion

The 5 Best Cars to Survive the Zombie Apocalypse

In recent years there seems to have been an explosion of interest in the fictional zombie apocalypse and how to survive it. In essence, the idea is that mindless humanoid creatures feed on regular humans. To do so, they destroy anything in the way. So, humans are forced to create fortifications out of places they …
2020 KTM 390 Adventure motorcycle sliding through the desert

The Best New Off-Road Motorcycles Under $10,000

Off-roading on 2 wheels can be tricky—but it doesn’t have to be expensive. There’s a wide selection of modern affordable motorcycles with a degree of off-road prowess. But the best-suited are adventure motorcycles and dual sports. And, if you thought off-road adventures were outside your budget, the bikes described below sticker for under $10,000. Best …
1967 Ford Bronco

Smacktalk Begins As Ford Exec Says Bronco Superior to Wrangler

It is good to have executives in a company that are passionate about their brand and its products. Jim Farley is one of those. He became Chief Operating Officer of Ford in March, and he is excited about the direction Ford is heading. So, much so, that he did not hold back with some smacktalk towards Jeep …
2020 BMW F 850 GS Adventure with white, red, and blue livery parked in hangar

What Do You Need to Go Off-Road on a Motorcycle?

Preparation is key for off-roading a truck or SUV. And it’s even more important if you’re going off-road on a motorcycle. However, getting ready for an off-pavement motorcycle adventure doesn’t have to be intimidating. Here’s what you’ll need. Picking an off-road motorcycle The first step is figuring out what kind of off-road motorcycle you’ll need. …
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Nissan 4×4 Van Is Ready For Overlanding Straight Out Of The Dealer

There is an increasing amount of people turning to overlanding and vanlife to simplify their lives and enjoy the outdoors more. For those that choose these avenues choosing the right rig is important. Nothing can derail a launch into the road less traveled like a bad choice of vehicle. Likewise, not having the right accessories and equipment …
Red 1965 Mini Cooper S racing in the snow at Monte Carlo

You Can Make Your Own Mini Cooper Off-Road Racer

You can have fun racing off-road with unconventional vehicles—and the Mini Cooper can be one of them. Just like classic Porsches and Mazda Miatas have been converted for rallying, so can Britain’s iconic hatchback. And not just in the modern day—the Mini starting racing off-road almost from the start. The Mini Cooper’s off-road rally racing …
2019 Ford Ranger Raptor

Off-Roading and the Good Ol’ Texas Pinstripe

If you grew up in Texas and you love off-roading, chances are you’ve heard of the legendary paint scratches called the “Texas pinstripe.” If someone says they off-road in their pristine black Jeep Wrangler SUV or Ford truck, yet the sides of the vehicle are devoid of any status stripes then they probably don’t really …
A testing mule for the 2021 Ford Bronco wrapped in camouflage

2021 Ford Bronco Launch Reveal Confirmed By Ford

It has been years since Ford announced it was going to bring back the Bronco nameplate. Since then, the automotive community has been buzzing about what to expect and when. Now we have an answer, sort of, regarding the reveal of the 2021 Ford Bronco. The Bronco reveal was supposed to have already happened The 2021 Ford Bronco …
2019 Subaru Crosstrekdriving on curvy country roads

Lift Kit For Subaru Crosstrek Makes Impressive Desert Racer

I know of an automotive Youtube personality that likes to lift any car or truck. He does it because he likes tall vehicles, and the ability to go through trails with fewer worries about scraping the undercarriage of whatever vehicle he is in at the time. He will raise anything. He has even put a …
Lifted 1973 Dodge Challenger 4x4 in a snowy forest

This 1972 Dodge Challenger 4×4 Is Ready for Any Off-Road Challenge

When it comes to unconventional off-road builds, a Dodge Challenger doesn’t necessarily spring immediately to mind. People previously modified the Mazda Miata, Porsche 911, and Ferrari 308 GT4 for off-roading. Even Corvettes converted for it. So why not Dodge’s muscle car? That’s the question the owner of a four-wheel-drive 1973 Dodge Challenger wanted to answer. …
2021 Ford Bronco four-door model on display

Lessons Learned from Jeep, Ford Launches First Certified Bronco Community

Broncophiles have missed the Bronco since it departed in 1996. So, Ford has decided to bring it back, much to the delight of its fans. But, this time Ford is going to capitalize on lessons they learned from Jeep when they bring the Bronco back. Jeep, you know, that other off-road legend, the one with the Wrangler. Lessons learned from …
Sierra RX3 kartcross kart

Kartcross Is the Craziest Racing Series You’ve Never Heard Of

Even today, the lessons learned from racing can directly impact automotive technology. Ducati and Lancia used it to develop pioneering features and well-regarded vehicles. It’s thanks to the rally-racing Audi Ur-Quattro that modern all-wheel drive was developed. But racing doesn’t only benefit cars; it also improves the drivers themselves. Not to mention the lure of …
2019 Ram 1500 Rebel driving on dirt road

Why Buy a Ram 1500 When You Can Buy a Ram 1500 Classic?

The Ram pickup truck has been a trusted truck for years. But what are the real differences between the new Ram 1500 and the Ram 1500 Classic. The Ram 1500 is an all new generation, while the 1500 Classic is an old faithful. The 2020 Ram 1500 Classic has a bargain starting price point and …
Steel-gray 2019 Land Rover Range Rover Velar SV Autobiography in front of mountain range

The Stylish Range Rover Velar Is Actually Off-Road Savvy

True, like some of Land Rover’s other products, the Range Rover lineup gets dinged for reliability. But these luxury SUVs aren’t merely status symbols: much like the Defender, Range Rovers can actually range off-pavement. The entry-level Evoque crossover is no exception, either. Though at first glance, the more style-focused Range Rover Velar would seem to …
1978 Porsche 924 off-roader

Off-Roading a Porsche 924? This Rally Build Proves It’s Possible

Besides Porsche’s cars having a deserved reputation as premium high-performance vehicles, many of the company’s products also have an extensive off-road history. The 959 supercar was partially developed for rallying, and the Cayenne SUV competed in a few. So has the 911, and even now, valuable air-cooled 911s are regularly converted into dirt-drifting Safari builds. …
2020 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road side

Is the Toyota Tacoma TRD a Better Rally Truck Than the Old One?

Although the latest Toyota Tacoma is noticeably different than the first-gen truck, at its core, it’s still built with old-school utility in mind. The Tacoma TRD, in particular, is a popular off-roading choice. However, as we’ve seen, it’s not invincible. Team O’Neil tested the previous-gen Tacoma around its rally school course and found it a …