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Restoring Old SUVs With New Legend: Combining The Old With The New

New Legend is where the craftsmanship and design of the past, meet the technology and engineering of the present. Specializing in taking ratty old and […]

Evolution of a Legend, The Jeep Wrangler that is

Riding on the heels of the successful transition from the CJ series to the Wrangler YJ, Jeep started development of its successor in 1990. In […]
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Enduring Adventures with this 1992 Toyota FJ80 Build

Keep On Running Becoming an “automotive enthusiast” is different for everyone; some of us are enraptured by vehicles from movies or TV shows; others grow […]

Chrysler's 6.4L HEMI V8 in a RAM 2500 Power Wagon: Thirsty, but Surprisingly Tolerable

Chrysler currently produces the largest OE gasoline V8 engine commercially available, and it stuffs it in a multitude of vehicles from Dodge Chargers to RAM […]

Classic Advisory: Blazer

Hot on the heels of International Harvester, Ford and Jeep, General Motors moved to introduce the K5 Blazer in 1969. Originally conceived as a short […]

Unleashing Power: Exploring the Might of the 6.2L Ford BOSS V8 Engine

Happy 2019! Lets start off the year by continuing our series on the best big truck engines available on the market right today, and now we’re […]

Desk to Glory: Inspiring Journey from Canada to Argentina in a 1990 Toyota Pickup

Richard and Ashley Giordano have hands down one of the best adventure accounts on the internet, Desk to Glory. These Toyota die hards from the […]

Must-Have Jeep Wrangler Accessories for Off-Road Adventures

Accessorize your 4×4. The Jeep Wrangler is available in 10 trim levels, from basic Sport to fully-loaded Rubicon Hard Rock, and the standard equipment and […]

Rivian's Electric Trucks: Merging Premium Ruggedness with Cutting-Edge Performance

Leaping from the shadows to surprise us all at the LA Auto Show was Rivian, a start-up electric vehicle manufacturer hailing from Motor City herself, […]

Exploring the Legacy: The Evolution of Chrysler's 6.4L Hemi Engine in Trucks

We are living the last golden hours of the V-8 engine. With the constant war waging against the internal combustion engine by the electric car, […]

Congleton Service: Preserving the Heritage of Range Rover Classics with Unmatched Craftsmanship

Congleton Service out of Colchester, Vermont, is dedicated to one thing — the preservation and improvement of classic Land Rovers. From Land Rover certified nut […]

Understanding Geotagging & Social Media: How it Changes Lives

In the age of social media, we have the previously unknown ability to share all of the happenings going on in our lives, our adventures, […]

Explore the Unbeatable Grumman Canoes: A Look Back

Grumman—YES, THAT GRUMMAN. At the end of World War II, Grumman Aircraft, responsible for the F4F Wildcat, the F6F Hellcat, and eventually the F-14 Tomcat […]

Fabrication with Precision: Kibbetech, Ryan Kibbe, and Pre-Runner Passion

Ryan Kibbe is a household name in the pre-runner world, and if you see something that is anodized gold, Kibbe probably had a hand in […]

Ready to Overland? Your Ultimate Guide to Outfitting a Tacoma

Overland Tacoma built on a budget. One of the questions we see most is: “Can you overland X vehicle?” Well, we at Tread say that Overlanding […]

Diesel Dilemma: Navigating the Pros and Cons of Diesel Engines in the U.S.

As you celebrate America this July 4, give the following some thought. We are living through a diesel engine renaissance in the United States. More […]

GM's Bold Move: Entering the Half-Ton Diesel Battle with a 3.0L Inline-Six Duramax Engine

The arena is heating up among the Big Three for diesel power plants. For years now, Chrysler has enjoyed being the only diesel engine supplier […]

Chainsaw Essentials for Off-Road Adventures: Clearing Paths, Ensuring Safety

The Chainsaw might be the most valuable power tool in your vehicle-mounted arsenal when venturing off the beaten path. Out of all the tools you […]

Steel Wheels: Timeless Style and Durability for Classic Vehicles

Classic looks and performance come from steel wheels. When working with an older vehicle—and we say this recognizing that the “older” keeps moving as things […]

Custom GX470: Shoot For The Stars

A One-Of-A-Kind Custom 2009 Lexus GX470 Hits New Heights With Modern Electric Upgrades. Those who dabble in photography know that, at times, getting just the […]