4-Wheel Drive & Sport Utility Magazine

2006 Jeep Wrangler - The Black Pearl

It was love at first sight when we saw George Pronesti’s long, low LJ. The beefy axles, huge... » Read More

The Painted Trails of Parker - AZ Rocks 2014

The AZ Rocks event is a three-day event of crawling and scenic runs somewhere in the Arizona... » Read More

Falken Mud Terrain Tire Review

The 37-inch version of the tires delivers a classic mud-terrain tread stagger, with modern tire... » Read More

2012 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon - Crumple Zones

After returning home from our trip and assessing the damage, we were blown away at the amount of... » Read More

Testing Mickey Thompson Baja STZs - Daily Treads

With the mildest tread in the Mickey Thompson truck tire lineup, the STZ is designed for... » Read More

1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee ZJ - The Adventure Grand Part 2

We opted for a Rock Hard 4x4 bumper. Why?, We found it to be one of the better setups that... » Read More

1984 Toyota FJ60 - Buggin’ Out

The engine and tranny were pulled, the axles were taken apart, and the suspension and interior... » Read More

1971 Ford Bronco - Bronco B.O.V.

The Bronco needed to be reliable, ride comfortably no matter the terrain, and have an engine... » Read More

2000 Jeep Wrangler TeraFlex 4:1 T-Case Upgrade

Equipped with a 2.5L engine, AX-5 five-speed manual, NP231 T-case, locked Dana 44 axles, and... » Read More

Optima’s Digital 400 Battery Charger/Tender

Using a 120-watt outlet, the Digital 400 offers a charge rate of up to four amps on large... » Read More

1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee - Extremely Limited Edition

The key to creating a great trail rig is building at a steady pace. If you rush the project,... » Read More

2015 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro Pricing To Start At $36,410, 4Runner At $41,995

The 2015 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro and 4Runner TRD Pro have been priced before both hit showrooms... » Read More

1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee ZJ - The Adventure Grand: Part 1

With a V-8 option, multilink suspension, solid front and rear axles, and trail-friendly 105-inch... » Read More

1995 Toyota Tacoma - Spicy Taco

Turns out, that fact that it was built for hardcore trails but still looked like a Tacoma was no... » Read More

Easter Jeep Safari in Moab - Mechanical Mecca In Moab

The annual Easter Jeep Safari in Moab, Utah, is the the largest 4x4 event in the USA, and... » Read More

1995 Jeep Cherokee XJ - NP231 Transfer Case Upgrade - Advanced Driveline

The NP231 transfer case is a rugged, reliable, and durable unit that has been used in a variety... » Read More

2004 Toyota 4Runner - ARB Air Locker Install - Selectable Solutions

When locked, the Air Locker becomes a spool, turning the axleshafts in perfect unison. Street or... » Read More

2006 Hummer H3 - Declaration Of Independence

The H3 came from the factory with the Adventure Package, which not only included the... » Read More

1985 Toyota SR5 4x4 Pickup - A Purist Approach

Trail enthusiasts often mix and match parts from several different brands to achieve their... » Read More

1997 Jeep Wrangler TJ - DeFender Flares

Generally, installing a highline fender kit is a tremendous amount of work, but with the major... » Read More