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When it comes to off-roading, most SUVs never venture off the beaten path. Some outdoorsy folks don’t want to drive harrowing trails in the wild. They simply want to be able to navigate rough gravel and mud roads on the way to camping or hiking destinations.

Nissan has been offering vehicles that slot into its high-performance NISMO line for a long time. Typically, NISMO vehicles include sportier styling and often have improved handling and power. Nissan has announced a new vehicle that marks the first SUV in the NISMO line, the 2021 Patrol NISMO.

For Ford, the Bronco name is more than just the SUVs the automaker has recently unveiled. The automaker says that Bronco is the all-new outdoor brand of all of its 4×4 “Built Wild” vehicles. As part of its roll-out, Ford is collaborating with leading off-road aftermarket companies to expand parts and accessories for the Bronco and Bronco Sport SUVs.

During the 2021 Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale auction, the hammer went down on the very first production GMC Hummer EV Edition 1, bringing in a sizable donation for a worthy cause. The GMC Hummer EV Edition 1 sold for $2.5 million, and as it does with all charity auctions, Barrett-Jackson waived all fees and commissions typically associated with its auction.

The Hyundai Kona is one of my favorite compact crossovers at the moment, offering sporty and modern looks, solid handling, and versatility. Now, Hyundai’s N division is teasing a version of the car that’s designed for performance.

Back in 1988, Jeep rolled out the Wrangler Islander edition, celebrating the sun-loving nature of the droptop SUV. The Islander is back for 2021, marking the first time in 11 years it’s been offered. Along with the Wrangler Islander comes the Jeep Renegade Islander, a first for that model.

Anyone out there who’s been holding out hope of buying a 2021 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392 now knows how much that hope will cost them. As you might expect, the highly anticipated 470 horsepower 392 cubic-inch V8-powered Rubicon is the most expensive Wrangler offered.

For a long time, Ford has offered a trim level in its trucks and full-size SUVs called King Ranch. The trim is known for its western styling and an opulent interior that smells like a leather store.

One of the most anticipated vehicles that Ford has built in recent memory is the Bronco and its cousin, the Bronco Sport. The latter is available at dealers now, and Ford has announced five lifestyle accessory bundles for the rugged daily driver.

Recently, we talked a bit about the Bronco 4400 that Ford will be racing in the unlimited class of the ULTRA4 racing series. Ford has pulled the covers off of another SUV that will run in the same series, but this time in the stock class.

Anyone lucky enough to have ordered one of the roughly 2000 2021 Durango SRT Hellcat SUVs will be thrilled to hear that the Auburn Hills automaker has officially confirmed production started this week. The hallmark of the Durango SRT Hellcat is the supercharged 6.2-liter Hellcat V8 that makes 710 horsepower and 645 lb-ft.

Ford intends to take the new Bronco racing in a big way, and the company has unveiled three Bronco 4400 series race trucks. They will compete in the King of the Hammers off-road racing event that kicked off on February 2 and running through Saturday in Johnson Valley, California.

ICON is showing off its latest Old School Edition Toyota FJ44 Land Cruiser. The vehicle has been completely restored and features a wide range of modern amenities. Its aluminum body is powder-coated in a Eucalyptus Green color with a seven-layer insulated top in gray.

When it comes to capable off-road vehicles, the Jeep Wrangler is right at the top of the list. Another rugged off-roader is the classic Land Rover Defender, in its various flavors. The True North Wrangler looks like the love child of a Land Rover and a Wrangler.

One of the most attractive luxury SUVs available in the Lincoln Corsair. A new rumor is going around that claims an electric version of the Corsair will launch as a 2026 model. Ford has made it clear that Lincoln is part of its electrification plans, and the rumor suggests the vehicle will be built at Ford’s Oakville, Ontario, Canada factory.