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A Brief History of Every Land Rover Model Ever Made
The Land Rover brand has a long and storied history, beginning in 1948 when the Rover Company decided to create a utility vehicle that could handle the rugged terrain of the British countryside.
From Military Prototype to Modern Classic: The Fascinating Story of the Lamborghini LM002
The Lamborghini LM002 was a vehicle like no other. It was designed by Lamborghini's chief engineer, Paolo Stanzani, and it was a true collaboration between form and function. The vehicle was powere...
A Background on American Expedition Vehicles—The World's Best 4WD Aftermarket Company
American Expedition Vehicles (AEV) is a company based in Missoula, Montana that specialized in creating high-quality, durable vehicles for off-road adventures. Founded by Dave Harriton in 1997, AEV...
The Dakar Rally: An Overview Of The World's Toughest Motorsports Event
The Dakar rally is a grueling test of man and machine that has evolved from its humble beginnings as an adventure race into a serious form of motorsport. In the early days of the rally, the spirit ...
Maximizing Off-Road Capability in the Porsche Cayenne: A Generation-by-Generation Guide
As an avid off-road enthusiast and Porsche fan, I often get asked which Cayenne model is the best for modification and tackling the trails. It's a tough question, as each generation of the Cayenne ...
The Toyota Tacoma: America's Favorite Mid-Size Pickup
If you're an overlander in the United States, chances are good that you've at least considered owning a Toyota Tacoma. These tough little trucks have long been a favorite of off-road enthusiasts an...
A Brief History of the Jeep Brand
Jeep. The very name conjures up images of rugged off-road adventures, tackling rocky trails and muddy slopes with ease. It's no wonder that the Jeep brand has become synonymous with adventure and t...
The Quick History of the Mercedes-Benz G-Wagen
The G-Class's origins can be traced back to the late 1970s, when Mercedes was approached by none other than the Shah of Iran to develop a military vehicle. The Shah was a major shareholder in the G...
The History of MAXTRAX
Founded in 2007 by Brad McCarthy in Brisbane, Australia, MAXTRAX was created to provide a simple, lightweight, and easy-to-use solution for off-road vehicle recovery. The first MAXTRAX product, kno...
