Our very own Mercedes Lilienthal is sharing in-person 2026 Dakar Rally and Defender happenings! She caught a variety of racers in action during Stage 2 as they headed towards the…
I got a special insider’s look at the Defender Rally Team bivouac area at the 2026 Dakar Rally, after I arrived in Saudi Arabia. Support semis carried driver gear, tires,…
Whether it’s a backpack, a duffel, or something in between, we’re constantly looking for bags that fit our travel-centric lifestyle. Simond (formerly Forclaz) is a sub-brand under the Decathlon company.…
We are no strangers to taking older 1980s and 1990s vehicles on long road trips. Whether it was our former 1989 Mitsubishi Delica Star Wagon (L300), our 1991 Mitsubishi Pajero…
Embarrassingly, I’ve left for multiple trips forgetting a belt for my pants. This led me to need to buy a belt on the road or at an airport more times…
The 60th annual Easter Jeep Safari (EJS) starts this week in Moab, UT, and runs through April 5. We’ve been 15+ times, despite only owning one Jeep, a 2001 Cherokee…
If we don’t respect the off-road trails that are out there, they get shut down—period. Having good trail etiquette and picking up your trash is a great first step to…
When seasons change, it’s always handy to keep something warm nearby. Spring days fool you with warmer temps, but the mercury quickly drops when sunset hits. That’s exactly why I…
It was June of 2014, and we were preparing our 1995 Suzuki Sidekick, affectionately known as The Teal Terror, to make the 600-mile round-trip trek from our home in Portland,…
Despite bipartisan support, Oregon House Bill HB 4063 did not pass in the House’s short session, which adjourned March 6, 2026. In fact, it never got to a vote. On…
Driving an SUV feels powerful, comfortable, and often safer than smaller vehicles on the road. That higher seating position gives you a better view, which many drivers really enjoy. However, SUVs also come with unique handling traits that require extra attention and control. Their higher center of gravity can make…
You usually see a garage as a place to fix things. It holds tools, spare parts, and unfinished work. Over time, you learn how your car reacts to heat, distance, and stress. Across Florida, some garages take a different form. These Florida car museums turn into spaces that hold ideas,…
Most drivers know the basics: how fast they’re allowed to go, what the red light means, and the importance of staying focused. On paper, almost everyone could pass a road safety test. But all that knowledge doesn’t always show up once people actually hit the road. You see this gap…
