Car & SUV

Economical Adventurer: Chevrolet Trailblazer AWD Review

We took the Chevrolet Trailblazer AWD Activ for a weeklong road trip to the Olympic Peninsula to see what this new CUV is all about.

Written by Bryon Dorr December 14, 2021

Ford Bronco Sport Becomes First Vehicle With 100% Recycled Ocean Plastic Parts

On Dec. 8, Ford became the first automaker to market parts made completely from recycled ocean plastic.

Written by Sam Anderson December 10, 2021

Turn Your SUV Into a Pickup: The ‘Ute Chop’ Will Transform American Off-Road Touring

An idea commonplace in the land down under, the ‘ute chop’ makes its way to the US by way of the MuleWagon.

Written by Bryon Dorr December 10, 2021

The Auto Industry Is Buzzing About Solid-State Batteries — Here’s Why

Recent developments promise to bring solid-state batteries into mass production in the next 5 to 7 years — which is good news for EVs.

Written by Paul A. Eisenstein December 07, 2021

Dodge Puts Down the Hellcat: Electric Killed the V8 Star

Dodge will reveal its first all-electric muscle car early next year, marking the beginning of the end for the brand’s focus on big displacement V8s.

Written by Paul A. Eisenstein November 23, 2021

Vietnam’s First Automaker Reveals 2 All-Electric SUVs at LA Auto Show

Vietnam’s first automaker is setting its sights on the U.S. market and plans to have two all-electric SUVs on sale by early 2022.

Written by Paul Eisenstein November 22, 2021

Inflatable Truck Topper: ‘FLATED’ Launches With Unique Pickup Accessories

Just launched, FLATED is a unique automotive outfitter that wants to elevate and simplify gear for overlanders, road trippers, and van lifers.

Written by Jilli Cluff November 19, 2021

Kia Concept EV9 Is the Future of Full-Size American SUVs

Kia’s concept EV9, which is on display this week at the Los Angeles Auto Show, is everything I hoped I’d drive when I was a…

Written by Kristin Shaw November 19, 2021

Subaru Green Lights National Parks Fund, Pledging Cash for Sustainability

On Wednesday, Subaru became a premier sponsor of three critical National Park Foundation initiatives. The brand was already the NPF’s most prominent corporate partner, providing…

Written by Sam Anderson November 18, 2021

2023 Nissan Ariya Battery-Electric Crossover Debuts at LA Auto Show

It’s been a decade since Nissan introduced the Leaf, the world’s first mainstream battery-electric vehicle. Since then, sales have slowed to a trickle, but the…

Written by Paul Eisenstein November 18, 2021

Toyota Plugs in With New bZ4X Battery Electric SUV

Toyota debuted its first long-range battery-electric vehicle at the Los Angeles Auto Show. The bZ4X is Toyota’s first of seven planned ‘Beyond Zero’ BEVs.

Written by Paul Eisenstein November 17, 2021

Mazda Jumps Into Outdoor Adventure Crossover Market With 2023 CX-50

An evolution in Mazda’s crossover fleet, the AWD CX-50 is ‘purpose-built for outdoor enthusiasts and customers with a more active lifestyle.’

Written by Jilli Cluff November 16, 2021

First Drive: We Trail-Tested the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee in Moab

Our motors editor, Bryon Dorr, was in Moab, Utah, last week to experience firsthand what the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee is all about.

Written by Bryon Dorr November 15, 2021

VW Hatchback Challenge: Test-Driving the All-New 2022 GTI and Golf R

We attended Volkswagen’s Family Media Drive event in Asheville, N.C., and drove the all-new 2022 GTI and Golf R in the hills near the Blue…

Written by Mercedes Lilienthal November 15, 2021

Subaru Solterra EV Crossover Surprise: Electrified Adventures Are Coming

Long reluctant to get into the electric vehicle market, Subaru is finally ready to launch its first long-range EV, thanks to a partnership with Toyota.

Written by Paul A. Eisenstein November 11, 2021

The Best Cars for Canine Companions: 6 Picks for Adventurous Drivers With Dogs

To many of us who love the outdoors, dogs are synonymous with that adventurous lifestyle. They’re loyal, enthusiastic traveling and hiking companions, faithful protectors when…

Written by Paul Rogers November 10, 2021

Rivian Overtakes Ford and GM Without a Single Car Lot to Its Name

Electric truck sensation Rivian blistered through the stock market after its debut on Wednesday morning, passing Ford and GM in valuation at $93 billion. The…

Written by Sam Anderson November 10, 2021

Rent a Tesla: Hertz Adds 100,000 Model 3s to Global Fleet

Hertz plans to purchase at least 100,000 Teslas to electrify its U.S. and European fleet. The first Model 3 sedans have already landed at a…

Written by Paul Eisenstein November 04, 2021

Behind the Wheel of the 2022 Subaru Forester Wilderness

Subaru leveled up earlier this year with the Outback Wilderness. It’s adding a second nameplate to this brand-within-a-brand — the 2022 Forester Wilderness.

Written by Paul A. Eisenstein November 03, 2021

V8 Ford Bronco DR Is a Race-Ready Reality, and You Can Buy It

Ford’s new Bronco is an off-road race truck, period. The Bronco DR gets the platform’s most powerful V8 ever, beefy suspension, no glass, and no…

Written by Sam Anderson November 02, 2021

Mopar Goes Big With 7 Concept Vehicles for SEMA 2021

Every year, Mopar creates some insanely cool custom vehicles for the annual SEMA Show. Mopar created seven impressive builds for the 2021 SEMA Show.

Written by Bryon Dorr October 29, 2021

2022 Range Rover: Land Rover Unveils Its Most Luxurious SUV Yet

The Range Rover evolves yet again, following its ultra-luxury trajectory while remaining true to its signature design ethos and off-road capability.

Written by Bryon Dorr October 26, 2021

Land Rover Defender Adventures at the Biltmore: We Won TReK 2021

We competed against an Olympian, an overland industry expert, and a host of top automotive journalist talent in the media wave of the 2021 Land…

Written by Bryon Dorr October 20, 2021

Registration Revoked: Delica Vans No Longer Road Legal

Congrats! Your classic car is destined to be either a really tiny Airbnb, or the world’s largest Japanese paperweight.

Written by Andy Lilienthal October 15, 2021

Most-Stolen Cars in the US: Is Your Vehicle a Target?

Today, the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) released its annual list of the United States’ most-stolen cars and trucks. Ford trucks top the ‘Hot Wheels’…

Written by Sam Anderson October 13, 2021

Mopar Teaser Concept Sketches Have Us Dreaming of Nighttime Off-Road Adventures

The annual SEMA Show is coming up quickly, and Mopar just dropped some concept sketches in our lap. Mopar offered no more insight into what’s…

Written by Bryon Dorr October 12, 2021

‘Lo-Res’ Lambo on Auction to Benefit Alternative Fuel Org

From now until Oct. 15, you can bid on this rare, ‘lo-res,’ Countach-looking EV. It might not be street legal, but it is charitable. Half…

Written by Jilli Cluff October 12, 2021

2022 Nissan Pathfinder Review: All Utility, Little Fun

The 2022 Nissan Pathfinder hopes to recapture some of its original machismo all while retaining its domestic parent usefulness.

Written by Robin Warner October 11, 2021

Ford Expedition Timberline Off-Road Concept Targets Overlanding Families

Ford debuted the 2022 Expedition Timberline today at the Overland Expo East in Arrington, Va. The build is loaded with off-road capability and overlanding comfort…

Written by Sam Anderson October 08, 2021