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Jeep’s Gladiator Shadow Ops Skips the Lifestyle Act

Built on the Rubicon platform, the Gladiator Shadow Ops trades lifestyle cues for tools that actually matter on the trail.
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Mid-size pickups like the Tacoma, Ranger, and Frontier pack big capability in smaller frames. Our latest reviews and buying guides for every modern truck on the market.

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Ford Maverick Vs Ranger: Small Trucks, Major Differences

Ford Ranger Suhail Ajmal -
The next-gen Ford Ranger size keeps growing while hybrid-powered Maverick remains small and nimble. Here's what makes these small pickups so different.

Nissan Frontier Vs. Toyota Tacoma: When Options Matter

Mid-Size Trucks Jil McIntosh -
It's tough to beat the new Tacoma when it comes to off-road features, powertrains, and more.

The VinFast VF Wild EV Truck Concept: A Break from the SUVs

Electric Trucks TL Staff -
An all-electric pickup in mid-size form. VinFast veers from producing electric SUVs and crossovers with the VF Wild EV truck concept.

2024 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off Road First Drive Review

Toyota Tacoma Lee Bailie -
Sporting a 6 speed manual, a choice of box lengths, LED bed lighting, and sway bar disconnect, this mid-range Tacoma is built for the most challenging terrain.

First Drive: 2024 Toyota Tacoma SR5 Is Base But Not Basic

Toyota Tacoma Lee Bailie -
The 2.4L turbo really impresses, to the point, one needn’t worry about the lack of a V6 option.

Toyota Went All Out at SEMA with These Custom Rigs

Adventure Vehicles Graham Heeps -
Covering all bases from rock crawling to street cruising: FJ Bruiser Concept, Tacoma X-Runner Concept, Retro Cruiser, and Tacoma Blue Beetle.

First Look: 2024 Jeep Gladiator Updates That Actually Matter

Jeep Gladiator Graham Heeps -
A meaningful mid-cycle refresh brings new tech, upgraded safety, and two new high-end trims—Mojave X and Rubicon X—to the 2024 Jeep Gladiator.

Nissan’s 1980s-Inspired 2024 Frontier Hardbody Edition Pays Homage to its Roots

Mid-Size Trucks Amee Reehal -
A friendly, throwback reminder that Nissan’s been in the small truck game for over six decades.

GMC’s 2024 Canyon AT4X Levels Up with AEV Off-Road Upgrades

Mid-Size Trucks Amee Reehal -
The 2024 Canyon AT4X AEV Edition redefines what a premium, mid-size off-road pickup stands for. 

Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro Vs. Trailhunter: Top 2024 Trims Compared

Toyota Tacoma TL Staff -
The new adventure-ready Trailhunter joins the long-running TRD Pro. So, what makes these range-topping 2024 Tacomas difference from each other and from the entire lineup?
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