Defending the Hood Land Rover Defender · Hood River, Oregon We've all had those weeks where by the end of it you just need to get away. Here in the Pacific Northwest, one of our gems is the town of Hood River, Oregon. Known for its picturesque setting on the Columbia River with Mount Hood in its backyard, Hood River is a place for outdoor enthusiasts with a love for brews, coffee, fresh fruit, and great food. So when we had the opportunity to borrow a Land Rover Defender for a few days,...

Truck Hero Wiper Install 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 · Si-Tech Silicone Wiper Blades It all started when the guys from Truck Hero dropped off their 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 for a top-secret photo shoot that could rival Area 51 security. We had one of those overcast, drizzly Portland days, and we immediately found a glaring issue with this rig. The stock wiper blades were positively awful, almost more harmful than running no wipers at all. So a quick U-turn and we were headed back to the shop, where we...

How to Choose the Correct Bulbs Headlight Upgrade Guide · Halogen vs. LED Whether it's to get the premium look of upgraded bulbs, or finally admitting your eyes don't work as well as they used to, you've come to the decision to upgrade your vehicle's lighting system. Either way, better vision while driving is invaluable. The road from here gets a little confusing with all the different options, so we're going to shed some light on which technology will work best for your driving habits and...

It all could have been avoided by having a sufficient horn. Imagine sitting at a red light in a hurry to make your next and most important appointment of your day. Meanwhile the driver in front of you is more focused on their shiny new phone than the world around them. The light turns green and not the slightest movement. You give a quick couple beeps with your dainty little horn, which not only embarrasses you but does nothing to alert the driver in front of you. You then lay on the horn just...