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So it’s absolutely untrue that these will be the most aerodynamic RTTs. Not only are they 8 inches thick, but they also require a roof rack to mount to. In wind tunnel tests, the total height of any roof load combines to create a unified air dam. Read more

It's important to remember that Subaru's success is based on a scam.  By making vehicles the EPA classifies as "off road" they're able to move the bulk of their products into a category that allows 36 percent more carbon emissions, and escape the CAFE standards that burden most other automakers.   Read more

Truth.  Just look at some of these comments. There's almost zero understanding among consumers of what AWD actually is or how it (doesn't) work.   Read more

AWD only drives one wheel once there’s slip. Read more

How does AWD, as used on a Subaru Forester or ‘Yota RAV4 or whatever, provide traction? Read more

AWD exists for one reason, and one reason only: CAFE standards. It enables automakers to charge customers more money for less efficient cars by playing bait and switch with mechanical stuff that’s too complicated for most people to even try to understand. Read more

Can we please stop perpetuating the myth that AWD (as used in economy crossovers) provides any actual function or benefit beyond adding drag, weight, and complication? Read more

You're welcome to borrow the Ranger any time.   Read more

Topos are definitely the nicest of the GFC imitators, and I’m glad yours works for you. But I also want to correct a few of your misperceptions: Read more

Remember you have a tent, this is the camper. My dogs love hanging out in the shaded pickup bed when it's hot out, then have no trouble hopping up into the sleeping area through the modular floor.   Read more

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Here’s a look at why this thing’s much more than just a tent. Hopefully it also gives you an idea of where the money goes.

You may not have gotten it stuck yet, but it’s only a matter of time. AWD =/= 4WD. Read more

It’s probably worth noting that the Sequoia doesn’t have enough payload to safely fill all its seats with average American adults, much less their gear.  Read more

Was just coming here to say this. Rented one a couple weeks ago and it was the perfect car for driving potholed pavement, and rough dirt roads.  Read more

I’ve driven a Sagaris in some truly awful downpours, and honestly it did really well. Nice, predictable, communicative controls, and TVR uses that ultra-long throttle travel in place of traction control. Read more

Fiberglass toppers are ~$3500+ these days. Aluminum and steel ones are over $4k, and don't have any structure beyond just that metal skin. All the above are heavier.  Read more

Hace you ever actually met Wiley, Graeme, or anyone else at the company? Read more

They’re different companies. When you’re successful, people like to attack you. Lawsuits are, sadly, a part of doing business. And there’s rarely only one side to them. Read more