Awesome Rides

It’s been 45 years since International made its last Scout. The American-built off-roaders return in truck and SUV forms from a Volkswagen-owned startup. Like the classics, the Scout Traveler SUV and Terra truck are rugged body-on-frame 4x4s with all-terrain capabilities – only this time, they’re electric. Reservations open 10.24.24 at 6:30pm EDT.

Ferrari’s F80 supercar looks like a concept straight out of a video game, but it’s real. Its hybrid drivetrain combines a 3.0L twin-turbo V6 with front and rear motors to produce 1200 hp. Its incredible active aero creates more than 2300 lb. of downforce, and it’ll do 0 to 124 mph in 5.75 seconds. Despite its electric systems, the carbon fiber car weighs just 3362 lb.

Now in its seventh generation, the Ford Mustang stands as the final V8-powered American muscle car. We drove this 2024 Mustang GT Fastback in the ideal configuration: a 6-speed manual, Rapid Red paint, and the GT Performance Package. The pony car is as good as ever – with fast launches, a satisfying exhaust note, great handling, and an excellent modern cabin.

Between the Ford Bronco, Land Rover Defender, Jeep Wrangler, and other SUVs, there are more ways than ever to enjoy off-roading. But it’s easy to make mistakes if you’re not an experienced trail rider. Off-road expert Emme Hall of Edmunds Cars shares valuable advice to make your driving adventures more satisfying, safe, and better for fellow off-roaders.

When it comes to cars that are both fast and practical, they don’t get much better than the BMW X6. We spent a week with the sporty M60i variant, which packs a powerful V8 engine and is outfitted with a full suite of M Sport performance and styling features. BMW’s designers and engineers deftly blended luxury, agility, and utility in one vehicle.

The successor to the F1 and P1, the McLaren W1 is a supercar for a new generation. The mid-engined RWD W1 has a 4.0L twin-turbo with an F1-derived hybrid electric drive that combine to produce 1258 hp and 988 lb-ft of torque. It’ll do 0 to 62 mph in 2.7 sec, 0 to 124 in 5.8 sec, and 0 to 186 in 12.7 sec. It has a huge rear wing and, of course, billionaire doors.

After building a small 4-legged robot, engineer James Bruton decided it was time to supersize the idea. So, he got to work designing and fabricating a much larger version of his working AT-AT walker. His goal? To ride it around like a horse. Its bow-legged design makes it less likely to fall over than The Empire’s version. Part one here.

Most times that cars race each other on a track, they’re equally matched in horsepower, weight, aerodynamics, and other attributes. But in this unusual race, Red Bull put four very different cars and trucks head to head, then optimized the race course and driving lines for each vehicle to even up the odds. Which car and driver will cross the finish line first?

We’ve seen a DIY motorcycle that runs on a single tank-like track. Now, an outfit from Latvia hopes to put one into production. The Oruga Unitrack aims to conquer all kinds of rugged terrain. It’s expected to have a 121 hp electric powertrain, and its track will offer grip on sand, snow, and mud. At this time, Oruga is raising funds for an initial production run.

After building a wobbling thrill ride, Colin Furze thought it might be fun to make a version that could be attached to a moving vehicle. Taking inspiration from Mad Max Fury Road, he and his pal Tom Lamb got to work fabricating a pole with a counterweight that he installed on an old Vauxhall Van. The finished ride looks fun but sketchy as heck.

Artist Rudy Willingham shows some clever ways to give your car more personality by adding a touch of pop culture. Each image takes advantage of the car’s design to make a simple image more than it is. Check out his Instagram for more fun pop art, including an awesome stop-motion animation to celebrate the month of September.

Maker Matt Denton designed and fabricated a rideable version of the motorcycle in the classic LEGO Technic kit 8810. He made his life-size LEGO bike using 3D-printed parts and outfitted it with a rear-wheel motor and suspension. After completing the build, he let Tested’s Adam Savage take it for a spin. Part one here.

When it comes to pickup trucks, they don’t get more luxurious or full-featured than the top-of-the-line Ram 1500 Tungsten. As comfortable as your living room, as quick as some sports cars, and fully capable as a work truck, the Tungsten is as versatile as it gets. After a week living with Ram’s $90,000 truck, we were sad to see it leave our driveway.

This concept car from Lotus offers a glimpse into the future of the UK sports car maker. The Theory 1 envisions a futuristic sports coupe that’s designed to enhance the connection between the driver and the road. The three-seater has a unique folding door system and inflatable fabric that provides haptic feedback through the steering wheel and seats.

Music fans know Josh Dun as the dynamic drummer of the Grammy-winning duo Twenty One Pilots. He’s also a motorcycle lover, and participated in Indian Motorcycle’s FORGED custom build program. Dun was the lucky recipient of a badass 2025 Indian Scout – built and custom designed by renowned bike builder Roland Sands and RSD.

Mr. Ho Thanh Che spent a crazy amount of time building this unique boat. He made the floating UFO by sculpting a sand and cement form to mold a fiberglass shell. He outfitted it with acrylic windows, solar panels, LED lighting, and motorized doors. The UFO skims across the surface of the water and is powered by the same kind of engine you’d find in a jet ski.