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Best Truck Running Boards Of 2025: Tested & Ranked By An Actual Truck Owner
Looking for the best side step for your truck, Jeep or SUV? I test running boards for a living, and here's my ultimate ranking with hands-on reviews. FYI, prices and ratings are accurate as of time of writing. 1. RealTruck - AMP Research PowerStep Plug-N-Play HIGHLIGHT: Anodized military-grade finish and powered running boards. ENTRY & EXIT SUPPORT: The powered running boards can make a difference in getting family members or aging family members in and out of the vehicle. Wi

Gary Anderson
May 21, 2025


Best Portable Car Battery Jump Starter: Tested By A Gearhead In 2025
Looking for a heavy duty jump starter? Each of the following would pay for itself the first time you use it (as you wouldn’t be waiting around for a tow truck). FYI, prices and ratings are accurate as of time of writing. 1. NOCO Boost HD - 12V 2000A (up to 8.0L Gas or 6.0L Diesel) Highlight : Five pounds of full power cranking muscle. I am looking for a way to wire a permanently fixed jump pack to each of our cars. I want to have a jump start built in so I don’t have to pack

Gary Anderson
May 4, 2025


Best All Season Tires: According To A High-Mileage Driver
Are you in the market for the best all season performance tires? If so, I’ve rounded up the best options for the money. Here's some hands-on reviews. FYI, prices and ratings are accurate as of time of writing. Before we begin, here's a tip. When you buy tires from Amazon, you can have them shipped to your home, work, or a selected service center. Here are my top tire picks with hands-on reviews. 1. Fullway - All Season Performance Tires Highlight : Four tires for the price

Dave McGillivray
Apr 13, 2025


Best Level 2 EV Chargers: A Car Owner’s Ranking
Unlike slow-charging Level 1 options, Level 2 chargers are super-fast. They have a long power cord and many installation options. FYI, prices and ratings are accurate as of time of writing. 1. ChargePoint Home Flex - Up To 50 Amp 9X Faster Highlight : Charges 9X faster than 110v wall plug. With the recent invasion of Tesla cars, my neighborhood will be the one place in Utah that will kill the power grid someday. I am sure the power company hates us, as this place will keep th

Dave McGillivray
Apr 4, 2025
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