So you are out on the trail, far from the confines of civilization and the limitations that paved roads and city streets place on you. The day is going well, and though you have encountered a few challenges, nothing proved trickier than you could handle. That is, of course, until you come to a tight […]
Author: Greg Wiesen
With a BA in English and a love of all things riding on four wheels (or six wheels if we’re talking about a dually, and you know we are), Greg Wiesen took the automotive journalism field by storm thanks to his dynamic writing style and ability to articulate the unintelligible. For more than a decade, Greg has lent his skills to writing about a wide range of topics, but exploring the latest cars, trucks, and SUVs has become his true passion. Now, if he could just convince Lamborghini to send him a Countach in exchange for a review, everything would be perfect.
Car Rental 101: Common Questions and Answers
No one is born knowing how to rent a car or what terms and conditions to be aware of, yet it is something so commonplace that it is easy to feel foolish asking fundamental questions about it. However, asking questions is always a good idea. Before jumping into anything—even something as straightforward as a short-term […]
The 2023 Bronco Sport Big Bend Is the Perfect Ride for Fun and Adventure
I was excited when I heard the first rumors about the Ford Bronco making a return; I was thrilled to learn that it would be an incredible off-road machine, and then I was absolutely ecstatic to find out that a smaller Bronco Sport model was joining it. Since its release a couple of years ago, […]
What Happened to Cheap Used Cars?
I was recently talking to my mother, and she said she was considering getting rid of her car. It’s about six years old at this point, and she’s having a few more maintenance and service issues than in years past, but it still works, and, more importantly, it’s paid off. I quickly and loudly told […]
Learn How to Get the Most From Your Plug-in Hybrid
With electric vehicles set to take over the market in the years ahead, many drivers are interested in what EVs can offer but are unsure if they’re ready for one. If only there was some kind of middle ground between a conventional gas-powered vehicle and a fully-electric model…oh wait, there is! A plug-in hybrid electric […]
Cadillac XT4: Exquisite Luxury Served Three Ways
Close your eyes for a moment (don’t really close your eyes, just go with it) and picture yourself in the perfect vehicle; what does it look like? Is it a massive full-size SUV with incredible luxury that stretches from one end of the road to another, dominating every lane of traffic and filling out parking […]
Your Tires Aren’t as Young as They Used to Be
Have you ever had one of those days where everything just seems to go wrong? You had a power outage last night, so your phone didn’t charge, which means it was dead in the morning, so your alarm didn’t go off—now you’re running late, get out the door, and discover you have a flat tire! […]
Chevy Shakes up Silverado Models for 2024
A hard-working truck is more than just another way to get from point A to point B, and the Chevy Silverado is more than just another truck. This is something that Chevy fans have understood for years, and it’s clear that the folks at Chevrolet get it too, because they’re working overtime to keep the […]
NHTSA News: What’s New in Safety Regulations?
Car safety is sexy—there, I said it. Some people might think that stats or regulations for vehicle safety are boring or uninteresting, but as far as I’m concerned, they’re some of the most interesting parts of the auto industry. Sure, they’re not flashy like a mid-engine sports car or brag-worthy like a truck that can […]
A Look at the 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 vs 2023 Ford F-150
There have never been more powerful or impressive trucks available, and yet finding the right pickup with everything you need is not always simple. You have so many options available to you, with so many different specs to look at and consider, that it can become overwhelming to try to compare them all and see […]
Just How Adventurous Is the Ford Expedition?
Automakers can sometimes be a bit overzealous in describing the abilities of their vehicles, talking about being capable of “anything” when their examples are only the best-case scenarios. Actual experiences with such vehicles might fall short, so it’s always a good idea to look beyond the marketing and see what a particular model truly is […]
Why People Are So Excited About the 2024 Toyota Tacoma
Every year there’s a slew of announcements about updates for almost every vehicle on the market, and honestly, they’re not always that exciting. Manufacturers do their best to make two new exterior colors or new wheel designs sound like a big deal, but let’s be honest: they’re not. On the other hand, we occasionally get […]
Toyota Delivers What Many Other Brands Won’t
As much as I like what American car companies have to offer these days, they have a clear disdain—or at least apathy—for something rather peculiar: cars. All it takes is one good look at what’s out there to see that Ford, Chevy, and others have almost entirely abandoned the actual car market and have only […]
The Chevy Equinox vs. the Toyota RAV4: Which SUV Offers More to Drivers?
There are many great SUVs out there, and when looking for your next vehicle, it can often be difficult to narrow down which make and model you should go with. There are a lot of brands out there that are known for providing reliable vehicles, so narrowing down which ones you should consider can be […]
What’s So Special About the 2024 Jeep Wrangler?
For decades, the Wrangler was the unsurpassed master of the trail, generally accepted as the single-best option for anyone interested in an SUV to take off-road. There are plenty of Jeep models that can handle dirt and gravel roads and some that are even Trail Rated for the best off-road performance possible, but even they […]
Chevy Makes a Splash With the Colorado ZR2 Bison
There’s no doubt that the Off-Road Truck Wars are in full swing these days, and every manufacturer out there is pulling no punches in trying to deliver the new king of the trail. This is particularly true with midsize trucks, which are among the most popular options for going off-road since their smaller size makes […]
Breathe New Life Into Your GMC Sierra With These Modifications
In a sea of vehicles that all look alike, it can be tough to stand out from the pack. Some drivers are perfectly fine owning a factory truck without any modifications; however, some of us yearn to have a little fun. Why invest so much money just to look like everyone else? Especially today, when […]
GMC Sierra 2500 HD Keeps Getting Better
It’s easy to feel like we’re in a golden age for truck fans, with so many fantastic pickups available, including new models coming just about every year and major upgrades for well-known names. In the midst of trucks like the Ford Maverick and the GMC Hummer EV Pickup hitting the road, you also have things […]
GMC Delivers Ultimate Luxury on the Sierra 1500
Amongst truck fans, few models are as highly regarded as the Sierra 1500, which is the luxurious and sophisticated cousin of the Chevy Silverado. While the 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 has a lot to offer, including amazing new options for off-road design, it’s the renewed commitment to exquisite luxury that really catches my eye. As […]
Does the GMC Yukon Really Need Five Trims?
While there are plenty of small, compact, and even subcompact crossover models out there these days, the number of truly massive and overbearing SUVs is surprisingly low. Fans of full-size SUVs can still find kindred spirits at a GMC dealer, where models like the GMC Yukon and the gargantuan Yukon XL are ready to demonstrate […]