Heritage and future tech combine in the Mercedes-Benz Vision Iconic show car. Its an all-electric car with a massive chrome grille, solar paint, full self-driving capability, a glass Zeppelin dash, and a blue velvet interior. 　　 　　 　　(Photo/Mercedes-Benz) “Inspired by the golden era of automotive design of the 1930s, this show car embodies the pure essence of Mercedes-Benz. With its...

　　Average new vehicle transaction prices have topped $50,000 for the first time. The average transaction price of a new car or truck topped that milestone in September, highlighting the rising costs of getting into a new set of wheels. At least that transaction price isnt as high as the window sticker asks, which hit even higher levels in the same...

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　　Take it from a native like me: Texas doesnt offer a lot of climbing. 　　Yes, there is world-class bouldering at Hueco Tanks. But the El Paso–adjacent crag is also a 10+ hour drive from most of the states major cities. Other than that, the Lone Star States dearth of public land allows for only a handful of other crags. 　　Among...

　　While many national parks remain open during the government shutdown, the vast majority of park employees have been furloughed. That leaves them more vulnerable, and now park officials have something else to worry about: wildfires. 　　In the last week, fires have broken out at Joshua Tree and Zion national parks. According to the White House, emergency personnel are supposedly still...

　　When Jeep brought back the long-lamented Wagoneer badge back in 2022, it expected to have a big hit on its hands. But things didn’t go quite as planned. Now, after some soul-searching, a new naming strategy, and a big price cut, the 2026 Jeep Grand Wagoneer could finally be what was hoped for. Especially so with a first-of-its-kind, 647-horsepower range-extending...

　　The Stark VARG SM is based on the proven VARG chassis, powertrain, and technology. It is an all-electric supermoto that offers big power, little weight, and enough range to have fun, but not get too far from home. 　　Electric Supermoto 　　 　　(Photo/Stark Future) With up to 80 horsepower and 674 pound-feet of torque on tap instantly, and only 274.5 pounds...

　　In my search for reliable, convenient, and casual womens winter boots, the Bogs Arcata Faded stood out for a big reason: They dont feel like a budget pick. But theyre one of the lowest-priced boots Ive tested and loved. 　　This waterproof, pull-on winter boot blends a utility design with the slide-in ease of a rain boot and the cozy function...

　　Flames crackled and popped high into the February air as the blowtorch relentlessly blasted a dense, smoky burn pile. Despite the roaring fire slowly devouring the accumulated old growth, the temps surrounding the scorching blaze were frigid — single digits, if any could be found at all. 　　Burn piles like this are just one part of cabin life in northern Minnesota....

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