Off-roading is exciting and challenging, with many risks associated with the experience. Many drivers end up in uncomfortable situations when their vehicle isn’t suited for the job. For those seeking ...

Traction boards, also known as recovery boards or traction mats, are essential tools for off-road and overlanding enthusiasts. These boards provide a way out when a vehicle gets stuck in soft or ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." They go by many names: traction boards, traction mats, recovery tracks, recovery boards—whatever you call ...

Technology like traction control is making cars safer and giving more vehicles greater capability. Now, everyday all-wheel drive crossovers can be decent off-road. Jalopnik alum Wes Siler thinks the ...

Getting stuck while off-roading is never a pleasant experience, particularly if you're soloing off the beaten path. There are a number of tips and tricks to get one's vehicle unstuck from such ...

Traction boards are an essential accessory if you're tackling off-road adventures. Whether you're scaling sand dunes, rolling through mud, climbing rocky slopes, or adventuring in wintry terrain, ...

Traction boards, recovery tracks, traction mats, whatever you call them, these handy tools can be a game-changer when your vehicle is stuck. Whether spinning tires in mud, snow, sand, or loose silt, ...

The car-based crossover SUVs that dominate today’s new-vehicle marketplace were never intended to replace off-road trucks and utilities, but a market is emerging nonetheless for crossovers that can ...

Poclain's Sterling demonstrator has its tag axle fully extended so the drive axle is off the ground and its wheels are spinning and spewing dust. Yet the truck moves ahead under power from the ...

A lot goes into ensuring the safety of yourself and others while on the road. Not only do you have to keep track of your car's maintenance schedule to make sure it's running at its best, but you also ...