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In a world of Sprinter vans and specialized SUVs, I just want a car that will take me to the trailhead
The Hele Box solves a lot of problems for campers who sleep in their car
Honda’s new mid-sized SUV is built for weekend warriors with off-road aspirations
An argument for getting more miles out of a vehicle instead of driving a new one by learning how—and when—to turn a wrench
The pros and cons of plugging in when your lifestyle takes you off the grid
With a few simple modifications, your CUV is all the rig you need to adventure off the beaten path
Imagine the most impractical road trip vehicle. Now, make it a little worse. You’re getting closer.
The community of Culdesac, Arizona, was designed for pedestrians and cyclists. And residents love it.
Midsize pickup owners rejoice: now you can organize 30 percent more stuff without wasting any space
We dive deep into the standardized tire test that might make all of us a little safer on winter roads
We hope you enjoy this more than Elon Musk did
The secretary of transportation spoke to Outside about his plan to save the lives of humans and wild animals simultaneously
Stuck for hours in a traffic standstill while on a comedy tour, it was only natural for him to long for the farm labor that makes him happiest of all
Our automotive expert breaks down the controversial vehicle’s specs and features
These four cobbled-together cars will get you to any resort, crag, or backcountry trailhead in style
With charging stations increasing and battery life improving all the time, the Great American Road Trip is more EV-friendly than ever. These are the most beautiful trips.
We collected some easy, affordable maintenance and gear that will boost reliability and safety as temperatures drop
The new 2024 GMC Canyon AT4X AEV Edition gives you everything you need to go off-road, all in a single car payment
Switch from bucket to bars and back again without pulling the rack from your hitch
Tall, all-wheel drive hatchbacks and wagons are immensely popular among outdoors folk, but they represent the worst combination of vehicle traits
The long-dreaded I-70 construction has begun and is slated to continue through the winter
Sustainability 101 says only buy what you need. But when it comes to electric cars, that rule doesn’t always apply.
SylvanSport’s TrailLoft is a budget-friendly option for serious car campers or folks that want to start overlanding
Priced in the mid-$50,000 range, this all-new 4x4 is more accessible, and more capable, than ever before
The Winnebago eRV2 is a promising new camper van slated for launch in early 2024. We took it for a five-day test drive to find out how practical it was for weekend trips and longer jaunts.
We talked to three experts to unpack the invisible havoc unleashed by our mindless idling epidemic
Pushing modern communication and management tools deeper into challenging terrain will allow firefighters to work smarter—and safer
The massive cleanup clears tons of garbage from Oregon’s public lands
The Polaris Xpedition UTV has a fully enclosed cab and is built to carry a rooftop tent far into the backcountry. But who will actually buy one?
These ten items caught our eyes at the 2023 show
Here are the builds we drooled over while combing the overlander gathering’s show space and parking lots
Our writer learned to invest in these the hard way
This crossover features clever packaging, self-leveling rear suspension, and standout design
The Happier Camper HC1 Studio isn't just pretty
From electric off-roaders to heavy-duty trucks for towing trailers
“The Forest Service is embarking on an exciting study of the first-ever use of electric vehicles in a natural resources field setting”
The new Kia EV feels roomy, looks stylish, and can go for 274 miles per charge
The Raptor R is the ultimate expression of truck as toy, the perfect way to bookend the era of internal-combustion-engine super trucks
Studs or chains? LTs or P-metrics? Here's everything you need to know to find the perfect flexible, grippy tires—no matter the weather conditions.
Meet one of the winners of the 2021 Defender Service Awards—and the rescue vehicle that helps them get the work done
A new crop of resources and products is taking the guesswork out of DIY adventure vehicles
Will you want one after reading this review of the Hitchfire Ledge? Probably.
I added comfort, safety, convenience, and cold drinks with these unexpected additions. Here's how you can, too.
The 2024 Jeep Recon will be 100 percent electric and capable of completing the Rubicon Trail
Whatever your reason for considering an EV—your wallet, the environment, or practicality—adding an e-bike is a far better choice than replacing your current car
Need to haul a bunch of gear? These devices make it easy.
Travel safely by upgrading your car or truck’s most essential tool
It’s the only midsize pickup truck that genuinely gives you everything you want and need
How to turn unexpected problems into easy solutions the next time you go off-grid
And a detailed analysis of what that means for American EV drivers
We tracked down everything from old-school DIY projects to cutting-edge all-electric builds
When life started feeling a little stale for writer Graham Averill, he went out in search of a new hobby. He found it in his Toyoya 4Runner, which he’s been converting into his very own adventure vehicle.
Planning a vacation to Yellowstone involves many details, one of which is deciding how you will enter the park
What American off-road enthusiasts can learn from the culture of regulation and responsibility down under
The technology promises more performance, but limited by stock reflector housings, it fails to deliver
With prices starting at $40,000, the Hummer-based truck will help take zero-emissions 4x4’s mainstream
With used car prices through the roof, it’s time for cyclists to put our money where our mouth is
Winter needn’t send your overlanding setup into hibernation. Here’s what you need and where to go.
There’s the pathological response, and there’s the reasonable one
I’ve been unprepared for everything that’s happened to me since a criminal driver plowed into me in July 2019, so it shouldn’t have been a surprise that I was also unprepared for the feelings that confronting my attacker in court stirred up
Your 4x4’s dashboard displays a bunch of buttons that you probably don’t know how to use. Here’s your guide.
Car rental companies have been struggling post-pandemic with a surge in demand and limited supply—but don’t let that stop you from going on the trip you’ve been dreaming about during lockdown
It’s finally gay to drive green
It’s a great truck—even with zero modifications
We combed the event for the most unique and badass builds
I’m really sorry it happened and really glad I survived. Notes on the flabbergasting climax of an Alaska road trip that changed my life.
There’s a right and a wrong way to live in the desert, says Outside’s ethics guru
The perfect side hustle, as explained by Wes Siler
More people are buying vehicles that allow them to visit national parks, car-camp, and get farther into the backcountry. But what does this mean for the future of the outdoor industry and the planet?
Personal-finance guru Mr. Money Mustache breaks down how Outside readers can stop wasting hard-earned cash on expensive gear and trips and start putting it toward real freedom: the financial kind