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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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The Jeep Gladiator Rubicon Vs. Mojave: Dynamic Off-Road Duo

Jeep Gladiator Russell Purcell -
The one is designed for extreme off-road capability, the other for high-speed desert runs - but they're both geared towards the true off-road & adventure enthusiast.

TruckHouse Looks to “Disrupt the Overland Industry” with New Truck Camper

Cool Trailers and RVs Amee Reehal -
Built on a Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro, Nevada-based TruckHouse thinks their composite BCT small truck camper will "disrupt the industry." Will it?

The Ultimate Toyota Tacoma Overland Trailer by TRD-Sport

Gear TL Staff -
For Toyota overland fans seeking the ultimate Tacoma trailer, TRD-Sport's concept was built for SEMA360 - custom toilet included.

2021 GMC Canyon AT4 Review

Graham Heeps -
GMC's popular mid-size truck gets new trim level promising extra off-road prowess. Our review of the new AT4 model interior, power & more.

New Ranger with Badass Tremor Off-Road Package is a Raptor in Disguise

Ford Ranger TL Staff -
The new Tremor Off-Road Package for the 2021 Ford Ranger will make you forget about a Raptor version. Here are the 20 upgrades to expect.

ROUSH Ranger XLT: Not a Raptor Rival, but Still a Solid Upgrade

Ford Ranger TL Staff -
The stock 2020 Ford Ranger XLT gets plenty of upgrades for $12,750 but the 2.3L engine stays put. This isn't a Raptor variant and that's ok.

The Go-Anywhere, Do-Anything Diesel Gladiator for the Hardcore Overlanders

Jeep Gladiator TL Staff -
Jeep is giving off-road explorers another reason to consider the new diesel-powered Gladiator with this Farout Concept - a true overland mid-size pickup.

Diesel Power Turns the Gladiator Into a Legit Colorado/Canyon Fighter

Jeep Gladiator Chris Chase -
The 3.0L EcoDiesel V6 will give Jeep the most powerful diesel in the mid-size class & highest torque rating of any small pickup upon official release date.

2020 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road Review

Toyota Tacoma Graham Heeps -
We put the 2020 Toyota Tacoma 4x4 Double Cab TRD Off RD Premium to the test. Updates keep market-leading midsize truck fresh, but can Tacoma still compete?

Closer Look at the Updated Tacoma’s Towing Capacity & Payload Specs

Chris Chase -
Can America’s best-selling mid-size pickup actually pull like the competitors? Here's a look at the 2020 Toyota Tacoma towing capacity specs & comparison.
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