Motors

I Got ‘RAD’ With Over 1,000 Horsepower on Track at the FAT Ice Race

Rivian Adventure Department (RAD) officially launched at FAT Ice Race 2026 Big Sky. I get on track in the RAD R1S Quad to see what…

Written by Bryon Dorr March 05, 2026

Little Ice, Lots of Fur, Epic Automobiles: 2026 Big Sky FAT Ice Race

Slushy adventures in the mountains of Montana by some of the world’s foremost motorsports enthusiasts. FAT Ice Race 2026 Big Sky was an experience for…

Written by Bryon Dorr March 04, 2026

Drive Like You Care: ‘Riding Shotgun’ Series Tackles Trail Ethics Around Sedona

In Episode 3 of the ‘Riding Shotgun’ series, Sedona ATV’s Chris Almendarez breaks down how responsibility protects both people and trails.

Nokian Creates Magic Winter Tire with Retractable Studs

Magic tires have arrived. The Nokian Hakkapeliitta 01 tire offers studs when it’s cold and no studs when it warms up.

Written by Evan Williams March 02, 2026

Quick, Roomy, Value Priced: 2026 Subaru Trailseeker Review

The 2026 Trailseeker is quick, capable, and value-priced. It’s ready for your adventurous lifestyle, as long as you don’t need to go too far from…

Written by Bryon Dorr March 02, 2026

Rivian Gets RAD: Skunkworks Goes Mainstream

Rivian’s in-house skunkworks is being branded, funded, and shown to the world. Introducing the Rivian Adventure Department.

Written by Bryon Dorr February 27, 2026

The Case for Smarter, Safer Motorsports: ‘Riding Shotgun’ With Kim Jackson

Arizona Game & Fish’s OHV Safety Education Manager explains how preparation, patience, and respect will shape the future of off-highway driving.

Don’t Let the Marketing Fool You: 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Review

The Grand Cherokee gets a fresh face and a new heart for 2026, but loses some of its capability and performance.

Written by Bryon Dorr February 25, 2026

It’s Back, Better, and Hybrid: 2026 Jeep Cherokee Review

After a first drive in the 2026 Cherokee Overland, I have a lot to share in my review. Jeep’s first series hybrid impressed.

Written by Bryon Dorr February 23, 2026

‘Riding Shotgun’ Series Explores the Future of Responsible Off-Highway Adventures

Motorsport expert Nick Olson joins Arizona’s Game and Fish Department in emphasizing: the future of off-highway driving depends on courtesy, not horsepower.

The Sequel That’s Better Than the Original: 2026 Toyota C-HR Review

We get behind the wheel of the new 2026 Toyota C-HR to find out what it’s all about.

Written by Robin Warner February 18, 2026

Ford Set to Change the EV Equation, Starting With a Small Truck

Ford is about to bring us its first Universal EV platform vehicle, a small truck. Rethinking how EVs are designed and manufactured might turn the…

Written by Paul Eisenstein February 17, 2026

Fundamentally Capable, Wickedly Quick: 2026 Toyota bZ Woodland Review

We spent some time with the 2026 Toyota bZ Woodland to give you our first-look review.

Written by Robin Warner February 17, 2026

Exclusive Content, Luxury Features, Value Price: Rebel X Ram 1500 Returns for 2026

Ram’s Rebel X anniversary model was so popular that it’s back on the menu for 2026 — delivering more content for less cash.

Written by Evan Williams February 17, 2026

A Great Budget All-Terrain Tire: Kumho Road Venture AT52 Review

With less weight and money with low road noise and just enough off-road chops, we review the Kumho Road Venture AT52 tires.

Written by Michael Van Runkle February 16, 2026

Has Off-Road Suspension Lost Its Way?

A deep dive into off-road suspension history after a disappointing on-and off-road drive in the Defender Octa uber-SUV with hydraulic roll control.

Written by Michael Van Runkle February 11, 2026

Longer, Lower, Wider and Powered Purely on Electricity: 2027 Toyota Highlander

The Toyota Highlander will go fully electric for 2027, with up to 320 miles of range.

Written by Robin Warner February 10, 2026

2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC 53 Gets Drift Mode, Power, and Overall Refinement

Mercedes-Benz drops the 2.0L four-pot for a new I6 in the 2027 GLC 53. It also gains drift mode, gold accents, and more.

Written by Evan Williams February 10, 2026

Watch MasterCraft Test Its Lake Tow Boats in Harsh Open Ocean Conditions

Watch MasterCraft’s test pilot Phil take a towboat beating in the open ocean

Written by Evan Williams February 09, 2026

Smaller, Lighter, Less Expensive, Same Quality Guts: Warn ZEON XC Winches

Warn broadens its top-tier winch offerings with the ZEON XC line, offering a more compact design and a steel line option.

Written by Bryon Dorr February 05, 2026

Rare Bison: AEV Tangier Orange Chevy Silverado HD ZR2

Has AEV built the ultimate off-road truck statement with the Tangier Orange Chevy Silverado HD ZR2 Bison?

Written by Bryon Dorr February 05, 2026

Factory Mini Rally Team Slides Into Full US Rally Season

Mini is hitting the forest this year, joining the American Rally Association series with a Countryman SUV and a 2WD Mini Cooper S.

Written by Evan Williams February 04, 2026

Every US Model Year 2026 Manual-Transmission Car, Truck, and SUV

A complete list of all the model year 2026 manual-transmission cars, trucks, and SUVs available on the U.S. market.

Written by Evan Williams February 03, 2026

Top Spec, But Could Do With More or Less BOA: Fox Defend ADV Boot Review

Fox’s Defend Adventure Boots aim to split the difference between real off-road protection and all-day comfort with mixed results.

Written by Saris Mercanti February 03, 2026

The Best Hitch Bike Racks of 2026

We tested the best hitch bike racks with options for every budget. Top picks include Thule, Küat, Rocky Mounts, and more.

Written by Eric Phillips and Morgan Tilton February 02, 2026

Bentley Builds Ultra-Luxury Off-Road Concept, Debuts It on Ice

A lifted, widened SUV with all-terrain tires from Bentley? There’s something funny going on in the Austrian Alps.

Written by Evan Williams January 30, 2026

Limited-Edition 2026 Polaris RZR Pro R Ultra Gets Wild Sway Control System

Polaris brings race-winning sway-control tech to its top-spec production UTV. But only 500 Polaris RZR Pro R Ultras will be available globally in 2026.

Written by Bryon Dorr January 29, 2026