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MotoringHyundai’s New Pickup Truck Idea Takes a Page out of Jeep’s Playbook
A recently published patent shows that the Korean automaker has a droptop design for Gladiator-like open-air capabilities.
By Gray Van Dyke
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StyleUniqlo’s Ridiculously Affordable Sunglasses Could Be Its Next Viral Hit
The retailer sets its sights on eyewear with a new batch of budget-friendly sunglasses.
By Jack Seemer
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WatchesOne of the Best Affordable Royal Oak Alternatives Just Got Better (and Cheaper)
Addition by subtraction.
By Johnny Brayson
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MotoringExclusive: One of Ford’s Most Popular SUVs Could Get Its V8 Back – UPDATED
Although it’s not currently on the table, circumstances favor its revival for the Explorer.
By Chris Chin
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WatchesTAG Heuer’s Iconic Flagship Chronograph Fixes Its Biggest Issue
TAG Heuer tidied up the dial on the fan-favorite Carrera Chronograph Glassbox by removing the date, and threw in one more update to boot.
By Brad Lanphear
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StyleConverse’s New Textured Take on Its Iconic Shoe Brings Artisanal Craft to a Streetwear Staple
The latest version of the Chuck 70 sees premium materials married to the sneaker’s timeless silhouette.
By Hayley Helms
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WatchesThis Affordable Chronograph Looks More Like a Paul Newman Daytona Than Ever
It took a collaboration for Nivada to give the mecaquartz Autochron Chrono the panda dial treatment we wanted all along, but there’s a catch.
By Brad Lanphear
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StyleAn Up-and-Coming Travel Brand Launches a Formidable Minimalist, Militaristic Bag Collection
This luggage combines military materials, minimalist styling and function-focused design into one synergistic whole.
By Sean Tirman
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MotorcyclesA Beloved, Super-Affordable Honda Moto Finally Gets the Most Fitting Update Imaginable
With a history dating back more than six decades, this quirky yet iconic bike rocks a new treatment that is arguably long overdue.
By Steve Mazzucchi
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WatchesCitizen Goes After Seiko with an Ultra-Affordable Automatic Diver
At less than $300, this new tool watch is quite the bargain.
By Johnny Brayson
Motoring
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SubaruSubaru’s Manual Enthusiast Sedan Is Getting Back to Its Best
The WRX continues to claw its way back from a rough 2025 thanks to revised pricing and the return of the affordable base model.
By Gray Van Dyke
Watches
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Dive WatchesSeiko’s Affordable Dive Watch Icon Suddenly Looks Better Than Ever
Is it still turtley enough for the turtle club?
By Johnny Brayson
Outdoors & EDC
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Knives & Multi-ToolsA Rising Knife Brand Drops Its Most Refined and Capable EDC Folder Yet
Leveraging the competitive advantage of its long sharpening history, an Oregon-based newcomer ups the ante.
By Steve Mazzucchi
Tech
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EDCThis Tiny EDC Accessory Rethinks What a Multi-Tool Can Be
In just a few short years, Aulumu is proving it’s much more than just a tech brand.
By Ethan Brehm
Food & Drink
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BourbonThis Iconic Budget Bourbon Debuts Its Most Premium Whiskey Ever
It’s the legendary Kentucky distillery’s first major move into the ultra-luxury range.
By Ethan Brehm
Style & Travel
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CarharttCarhartt’s Under-the-Radar Offshoot Returns with Rare Jackets and Deadstock Grails
Even after half a century, these one-off Carhartt pieces from the brand’s vast archive are just getting started.
By Jack Seemer
Living
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Furniture & DesignHerman Miller Just Turned the Standing Desk’s Biggest Flaw Into a Feature
With the Coyl, Herman Miller proves that standing desk ergonomics and strong visual identity don’t have to be mutually exclusive.
By Ben Bowers
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