It turns out that the U.S. national parks are more popular than ever. 　　The National Park Service (NPS) this week revealed that a record-breaking number of visitors toured its sites in 2024. According to the agencys annual report, the 404 out of the 433 NPS sites that that report data—including all 63 national parks—saw 331,863,858 individual visits last year. 　　Thats...

　　Earlier this week, U.S. President Donald Trump enacted new 25% tariffs against Canada and Mexico — while also increasing previous duties targeting China. While Trump subsequently decided to delay enacting the new duties against automobiles and auto parts for a month, virtually every vehicle on the market could see a significant increase in cost if a resolution to the trade...

　　Volvo just revealed its sixth electric vehicle, the ES90 fastback sedan. Donning a hatch instead of a trunk and riding on the high side, Volvo doesn’t mind if you think of the ES90 as an SUV. But in actuality, it’s a tallish sedan with a fastback rear end. Think of it like an enlarged Polestar 2.  　　Built using similar technology...

　　America’s national parks are known for their vast tracts of unspoiled wilderness, and we love celebrating the trails that take you deep into the backcountry of these iconic landscapes. But sometimes, the best views in our national parks can be enjoyed from the comfort of your car. Here are the eight best national park scenic roads. 　　1. Trail Ridge Road, Rocky...

　　At 132,516 acres, Lake Mill Lacs in northern Minnesota is one enormous, windy expanse of ice. And at 15 degrees below zero, it was getting a little bit nippy as I watched the sun quickly drop below the flat, hard horizon. I raised the hood of the Forloh ThermoNeutral Down Hooded Jacket and turned my back to the wind. 　　Theres...

　　This weeks roster of rad gear runs the full spectrum of innovation. Those obsessed with the frontlines of technology will want to check out the futuristic AI technology built into cycling glasses, a redesigned camping chair, or the latest watch collaboration with the Navy Seal Foundation. 　　At the other end of the spectrum, weve got a limited-release book dedicated to...

　　The Range VLT is the heavy hitter in Norco’s lineup of eMTBs. Norco redesigned the full-power long-travel e-bike in 2024, making it even more aggressive than its predecessor. 　　With 170mm of rear travel, a 180mm fork, mixed wheels, slack angles, and high pivot suspension, the Range VLT has a very clear downhill focus. Factor in the powerful Bosch motor and...

　　Merrell: Up to 50% Off 　　 　　The Moab 3; (photo/Miya Tsudome) You can get stellar savings through Merrells semi-annual sale right now. That includes discounts on a wide assortment of footwear, from hiking boots and work boots to trail runners and waterproof sandals. 　　Youll save 25% on a pair of the Moab 3, one of the brands top-selling hiking shoes....

　　Everyone has a plan, Mike Tyson famously said, until they get punched in the face. The endurance athlete’s version of that dictum might be: everyone has a great VO2 max and an efficient running stride until they’ve run 20 miles. How you fare in those final miles depends, in large part, on how steeply these factors have declined over the...

　　Few manufacturers are making more of a commitment to go electric than General Motors, and the Chevrolet brand is the spearpoint of that campaign. It now has an assortment of crossovers and trucks running on battery power, with more coming. 　　The latest in the lineup is the Chevrolet Equinox EV. It’s not just a standard Equinox with a battery drivetrain...

　　The ground continues to shift beneath the nations National Parks workers. After seeing sweeping layoffs just before the busy summer season, the National Park Service has now had its purchasing power all but eliminated as well. 　　Another executive order from President Donald Trump has suspended the spending authority, travel approvals, and credit card purchases for the entire U.S. Department of...

　　Not all travel experiences are created equal. The best kind—when you immerse yourself in new cultures and landscapes and make real connections with local communities and fellow travelers—offer immeasurable benefits. You return home with the growth and understanding only available when you leave home. That’s the kind of experience G Adventures is dedicated to creating. 　　For almost 35 years, G...