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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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NISMO Ramps Up the 2022 Nissan Frontier with 4 New Off-Road Parts

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Nissan's performance division, NISMO adds new 4-inch lights, bed rack, rooftop tent, and performance exhaust to the redesigned 2022 Frontier.

Ford Ranger XLT and Lariat Channel the 1990s with New 2022 Splash Package

Ford Ranger TL Staff -
The Splash Package and Splash Limited Edition add some throwback vibes with 1990s-inspired graphics, black wheels, and an orange on black interior.

Ready for Adventure: The Lifted GMC Canyon AT4 OVRLANDX

Mid-Size Trucks Amee Reehal -
Lifted with more than enough off-road accessories, GMC's popular Canyon AT4 mid-size truck gains next-level overland abilities and features.

First Drive: 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz Review

Mid-Size Trucks Brian Chow -
Bridging the gap between Hyundai's compact Tucson SUV and the open bed benefits of a small pickup - but does the idea actually work?

2021 Toyota Tacoma Nightshade Edition Review

Toyota Tacoma Benjamin Yong -
The Limited grade Tacoma goes black with a long list of cosmetic upgrades. Is going dark worth the premium?

2022 Ford Maverick Towing Capacity & Payload: A Closer Look

Mid-Size Trucks Amee Reehal -
The compact Maverick pickup is a nimble little 4-door hauler with a full-hybrid powertrain, but can it actually tow and haul? Here's a closer look.

2022 Tacoma Trail Edition 4×4 Elevates the Popular SR5 Package with Off-Road Add-Ons

Toyota Tacoma TL Staff -
If you're considering a Tacoma with the value-packed SR5 package, maybe hold out for this Trail Edition 4x4 if going off-road is your thing.

Toyota Upgrades the 2022 Tacoma TRD Pro’s Off-Road Specs

Toyota Tacoma TL Staff -
The 4 upgrades that matter most, including TRD blacked-out wheels and lifted suspension with FOX shocks.

New Hyundai Santa Cruz Bridges the Small Truck, Small SUV Gap

Mid-Size Trucks Amee Reehal -
Technically, it's a 'Sport Adventure Vehicle' but we'll still call it a mid-size truck.

Nissan (Finally) Rebuilt the Frontier Into a Proper Modern Pickup

Mid-Size Trucks William Clavey -
After being sold on our market unchanged for over a decade, the Nissan Frontier finally gets a full model redesign for the 2022 model year.
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