The freedom to explore seemingly endless expanses of empty highways and byways with your closest chums, pigging out at deliciously divey diners, and soaking up America's impressive array of breathtaking landmarks and destinations at your own pace; when it comes to really experiencing everything that our great nation has to offer, there's nothing quite like the Great American Road Trip.

We've answered the call of the open road more times than we can count, and with each successive journey, we've gained a little more wisdom about optimizing our experience.

If you're planning on hitting the highway and discovering some of America's amazing sights this upcoming holiday weekend, then you owe it to yourself (and your road trip buddies) to maximize your enjoyment by following these simple tips.<...

Imagine zooming up to an impossibly steep sand dune in your off-roader at the perfect approach angle, tenaciously trudging your way up its sandy surface, at long last cresting the perilous peak only to be greeted with the glorious sight of...an oblivious off-road enthusiast barreling straight at you!

This is the kind of nightmare scenario every weekend warrior or seasoned four-wheeler unquestionably fears. Thankfully, it's also relatively easy to avoid such catastrophes when you equip your rig with LED whips.

LED safety whips are essential off-road gear that you shouldn't live without for three crucial reasons:<...

Your personal car or truck can fulfill many purposes in your life, from transporting your family to becoming a means for off-road trail-riding hobbies. In addition to these, you may also be in a position to utilize it in your work as a volunteer firefighter or emergency medical services provider.<...

Flashing blue lights and the piercing whine of a siren: These are the hallmarks of today’s police vehicles. Even small children can easily identify the presence of patrol cars, but have you ever stopped to think how today’s sirens and lights for cop cars came into being? It’s an interesting tale that adds to the mystique of our law enforcement officers and can help you get a sense of a piece of their rich history. <...

If you are a first responder, you know that getting to the scene of a crime or accident is one of your highest priorities. At the same time, your safety and that of other drivers is also paramount. You may be wondering what standards are in place that dictate how long you should take to get to your destination.<...