Off road

We recently took our long-term 2025 Toyota 4Runner TRD Off-Road Premium out for some higher-speed dirt-road driving as well as low-speed sand crawling.

We test the 2025 Toyota Tundra TRD Rally’s off-road prowess, towing capabilities and real-world payload, as well as determine whether its cosmetic upgrades justify the cost.

The Lexus GX 550 mid-size SUV rolls into the 2026 model year with no new changes from 2025.

Mitsubishi promises the next variant of the Outlander will be more off-road-focused than the 2025 Trail Edition trim and will feature a more enhanced version of its all-wheel-drive system.

After driving the Honda Passport TrailSport Elite for a bit, we wondered: Is it a more sensible choice than the 2025 Toyota 4Runner TRD Off-Road Premium?

Rivian’s updated, second-generation R1T electric pickup has a super-powerful Quad Motor version that brings explosive acceleration, individual-wheel-controlled all-wheel drive, and some slick off-road tricks.

Using our in-depth knowledge that comes from owning, driving and reviewing a variety of pickup trucks, we’ve put together this comprehensive guide to help you find the best pickup for you.

There are so many pickup trucks to choose from in the American marketplace, picking just one when it comes time to buy can be a seriously difficult choice. That’s why we have the Cars.com Top Picks for 2026 to help you choose a great truck to fit exactly what you want to do.

If you’re in the market for a new pickup truck, you may be wondering if you should get a gas engine or a diesel engine since there are significant differences between the two.

Compared to the prior generation, the biggest clear change for this “all-new” off-road-focused 2026 Forester Wilderness is a new all-terrain tire that’s slightly wider and taller.