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for a test drive on a scenic route on-road…testing durability and capability at an off-road track…or sitting behind the wheel at a race track.
As Automotive “Industry Insiders,” we get a “first look” at new Trucks and Toys…and everything in between. The true passion that the product designers and engineers behind the launch of every vehicle is contagious and inspiring.
Come along
for a test drive on a scenic route on-road…testing durability and capability at an off-road track…or sitting behind the wheel at a race track.
As Automotive “Industry Insiders,” we get a “first look” at new Trucks and Toys…and everything in between. The true passion that the product designers and engineers behind the launch of every vehicle is contagious and inspiring.
What Drives Us?
To gather content for our two syndicated automotive columns, we get to test drive a new vehicle just about every week of the year. See what we’re in week to week and what’s going on at the automotive industry events we attend (including the annual Texas Auto Writers Association’s Texas Truck Rodeo).
Trucks
Toys
Road Trips
Test Drives
What Drives Us?
To gather content for our two syndicated automotive columns, we get to test drive a new vehicle just about every week of the year. See what we’re in week to week and what’s going on at the automotive industry events we attend (including the annual Texas Auto Writers Association’s Texas Truck Rodeo).
Trucks
Toys
Road Trips
Test Drives
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When you see what we see and do at the various events and manufacturer launches that we are invited to, you’ll want to be a test-driver too. And you can! We’ll tap our contacts in the automotive industry to organize special opportunities for you to be among the first to drive and experience new vehicles while you discover some of the country’s most scenic roadways.