When I saw the 2005 Jeep Gladiator concept in Beijing, I wanted one. But the production item that finally launched years later.....not so much.
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https://www.motor1.com/news/276275/jeep-gladiator-concept-we-forgot/
https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a60658880/bfgoodrich-ko3-all-terrain-tire-launch-details/
BFGoodrich has announced the All-Terrain T/A KO3 tire as the successor to the legendary KO2.
As things currently stand, the new KO3 is factory-equipped on the new Ford Ranger Raptor and certain...
Installed today. The mounting holes are slightly off sideways so it isn't quite centered.
I had to completely remove one bolt. Had their design been on the mark, I wouldn't have had to. Anyway, more disappointed about it being impossible to center it due to the bolt cut-out slot location in...
My Hyundai Elantra GT (Golf-like hatchback) has a very inexpensive and simple "deadbolt" design locking system. Note it's a "no key" design. I appreciate being able to lock out thieves.
I don't appreciate Ford for not providing me with fuel fill door locking functionality on my $55k and $62k...
The suspension is different, and that different suspension "works" with the larger and heavier tires/rims.
The axle ratio has nothing at all to do with ride quality.
The SAS on my 2024 Heritage rides like a dream. Handling is superb and it rides smoother than many cars.
You’re making a mountain out of a mole hill.
With a great ride, a far broader capability spectrum and better resale value, opting for SAS is the prudent choice.
My 2024 2.3L/auto Heritage/SAS gets 20 city, 22 hwy with 87.
I take it easy, no rush. I use cruise control a lot, including around town.
I haven't experimented with Eco yet.
CLEAN ONCE EVERY 5 YEARS: Engine air filter only needs cleaning every 75,000 miles under normal highway driving conditions (5 years based on the average miles driven per year of 15,000 miles)
I''m sure they're talking about ideal southern California conditions.
I clean mine every 5 years on my...