A Brief History of Tailgating
Tailgating is a beloved activity for many sports fans across the country, but how did the ritual of cooking out, drinking, and hanging out with family and friends before the big game start? Although the true origin of tailgating is a bit fuzzy, experts have cobbled together interesting explanations of this tradition. Savvy Shopper: What […]
Fourth of July Snacks for Tailgating Parties
If you own a Chevy truck, what better way to celebrate Independence Day than by tailgating and watching fireworks? Here are four snack recipes to keep the hunger at bay this holiday, while you celebrate with friends. Flag Fruit Tray This mostly-healthy piece of art is simple to assemble. Simply gather cherries, blueberries, strawberries and […]
A Fall-Time Refresher on Tailgating Etiquette
Whether you are a die-hard sports fanatic or enjoy any gathering with yummy foods and amazing beverages, tailgating is an enjoyable way to cheer on your favorite team in a casual social setting. Kick off football season this autumn with these tips for partying the safe and smart way. Bring something to share Always bring a food and/or […]
Toyota Canada Creates Tailgating Tundra Truck
Trucks are the perfect vehicles for tailgating parties, and with football season fast approaching, sports fans are likely to start getting their grill on. But lugging your grill onto your tailgate and transporting it to the party location is a real drag—surely there is a better way. Well, Toyota Canada has the solution to your […]
Tailgating 101: Tips on How to Properly Tailgate
Tailgating with friends, family, and even strangers (as long as they cheer on the same team) can make your football afternoon more memorable than it ever could be without it, but every participant has a role to play. Properly tailgating takes more work than one might imagine, so we’ll lay out some of the most […]
Nissan Just Made the Best Tailgating Car Ever
Behold the Ultimate Smart BBQ Vehicle
You may think that a Ford F-250 with an 80-inch flat screen in the bed and a swing-out BBQ grill on the trailer hitch would be the best tailgating vehicle, but you’d be wrong. Nissan just changed the tailgating game with its Smart BBQ Vehicle e-NV200, and it was built in Japan. The back of […]
Chevy Suburban Premium Outdoors Concept Features Cool Tailgating Package
Today at the SEMA Show in Las Vegas, Chevy is showing off, among several other concepts, the Chevy Suburban Premium Outdoors Concept. (You can read more about the Chevy Suburban Premium Outdoors Concept here.) What’s really cool about this concept is its unique tailgating package, which includes a big-screen, smart HDTV and a table and […]
Tailgating Toyota Tundra Gears Up for SEMA Debut
Aaaaaaaaaaand now we're hungry.
It seems like it’s been a long time coming, but the 2014 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show is finally upon us, and we can begin to reveal the delights being rolled out to us by automakers like Toyota. Last week, we previewed some souped-up models that would be on display at the annual show […]
2015 GMC Canyon OnStar 4G LTE Enhances Tailgating
What if we told you there’s a way to play Madden NFL 15 with your friends a couple cars over while you all tailgate before the big game? Well, there is: 2015 GMC Canyon OnStar 4G LTE. This awesome OnStar feature, available as a three-month trial on the 2015 Canyon when it hits dealers this […]
Tackle Tailgating with the Honda Ridgeline
As much as KFC and FOX NFL Sunday want to make you accept couchgating as an unhealthy alternative to regular tailgating, it just will never compare—and for good reason. Real tailgating is some work; you have to gather your friends, collect enough food and cold ones for the afternoon, and then go grill out and […]
How to Maintain a Safe Following Distance While You Drive
Tailgating is more than just an annoyance for the person ahead of you — it’s also a dangerous way to drive. Following another vehicle too closely robs you of the time and space you need to react promptly and hit the brakes, and it puts you at a much higher risk for causing a serious […]
F-150 Lightning Ford Intelligent Backup Power Gets Solar Energy Option
Running down a list of every rad thing about the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning might take a while. From its super quick acceleration to its huge Mega Power Frunk, it’s not hard to see why Ford’s basically pre-sold its entire first run ahead of its impending spring launch. But of all the features of the […]
F-150 Lightning Mega Power Frunk Great for Holding Bread
When it comes to pitching a product, you want to try to avoid overselling and underdelivering. So when Ford is out here calling the usable space under the hood of the all-electric 2022 F-150 Lightning a Mega Power Frunk, you’ve gotta think it’s some real big business. And it is! F-150 Lightning is a Pretty […]
Ford Maverick Could Be Next Big Brand Icon
Ford is a brand that contains multitudes. While the Blue Oval itself carries its own weight, the automaker has several vehicles that stand on their own — like the Mustang, Bronco, and F-Series. And according to the company’s chief marketing officer, the Ford Maverick may very well be the newest icon to join that list. […]
2022 Ford Maverick Looks to Make e-DIY EZPZ
Ford is, like, just super into customization these days. From the Bronco’s modular platform to a range of limited-time color options with the Ranger Splash, you’ve got choices aplenty if you want to get a Ford that feels like it’s well and truly yours. One of the best options going is the 2022 Ford Maverick, […]
2022 Ford Maverick Gets Standard FITS Tether System
Ford has already touted the flexibility and customization of the all-new Maverick with its Flexbed. But there’s plenty more versatility inside the truck, too. In fact, there’s enough to give you FITS. FITS, of course, standing for the standard Ford Integrated Tether System. Coming Next Year: The all-new 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning is the most […]
Differences Between the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and the GMC Sierra 1500
The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and the GMC Sierra 1500 are two of GM’s most iconic pickup trucks. While the two models share a platform and a number of similarities, they also have a handful of differences. Here’s a look at how these pickups measure up against each other. An All-American Classic: Browse for deals on […]
Return of Road Trips Worry Drivers
Summer is a blink away, and that means the return of the road trip! Although there is plenty of excitement around on-the-road getaways, a new survey reveals there is also a fair amount of trepidation as drivers embrace the open road. Road Trip Prep: Tips for traveling with your pet Erie Insurance conducted a national […]