January 2019

TREAD Magazine - A Guide to Automotive Adventure and Outdoor

What the Numbers on Your Tire Sidewall Actually Tell You Today

Every tire carries a string of letters and numbers pressed into its sidewall, yet most drivers never stop to read them. These markings reveal important details about size, load capacity, speed rating, production age, and safety grades. Learning how to decode this information helps drivers make smarter buying choices, maintain correct fitment, and catch warning signs before a minor issue turns into a roadside headache. Breaking Down the Main Size Code The most visible sequence on any sidewall usually reads something like P215/65R16 95H. Each piece of that string represents a specific measurement that shapes how the tire fits a …

Tread Staff
May 20, 2026

The Hottest New Off-Road Upgrades of 2026

New Trail-Ready Products for 2026 There’s never a bad time to invest in new gear. There are parts out there that can make your excursions […] Continue Reading

John Mata Jr.
May 19, 2026

The Ultimate Desert Rig: RJ Fab’s Insane Willys Build

The World’s Greatest Off-Road Vehicle The name for this rig speaks for itself—so do its color and looks, its sound, its suspension and agility, as […] Continue Reading

Chad Dougla S
May 18, 2026

Who Is Liable When Road Debris or a Blown Tire Damages Your Off-Road Rig?

Photo Credit- Image generated by Gemini Your rig just took a hit from truck debris on the highway. Here’s how to figure out who’s actually […] Continue Reading

Tread Staff
May 18, 2026

Why the 80 Series Land Cruiser Remains an Overland Legend

Why the 80 Series Land Cruiser Is a Legendary Overland Platform “Hank the Tank” is Anthony Sicola’s ‘94 80 Series Land Cruiser. He purchased this […]

Bryon Dorr
May 14, 2026

Front Runner Slimline II Roof Rack Upgrade for a 2022 Tacoma

Installing A Front Runner Outfitters’ Slimline II Roof Rack System You can never have enough cargo space, and to help increase the hauling abilities of […]

John Mata Jr.
May 13, 2026

News

Logistics Strategies for Complex Data Center and Industrial Shipments

Shipping equipment for a data center or heavy industrial site is not the same as moving standard freight. The stakes are higher. The timelines are […]

Tread Staff
May 13, 2026

Inside RJ Fab: The Mind Behind Some of Off-Road’s Wildest Builds

RJ Fab, aka Rob Lindsay Rob Lindsay is a name that carries a weight with it, and it’s a name that also carries a sense […]

Chad Dougla S
May 12, 2026

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Ryno Built’s 2025 Toyota 4Runner Is Ready for Any Overland Adventure

Ryno Built’s 4Runner Stunner The introduction of a new-generation fan-favorite vehicle can be a trying time. Toyota fanatics are currently going through this transition period, […]

John Mata Jr.
May 11, 2026

Features

This Long Travel TRD Pro 4Runner Is Built for High-Speed Off-Road Adventures

Long Travel TRD Pro 4Runner Seth Kovanic is a passionate Toyota enthusiast, even helping run the annual Toyota off-road enthusiast gathering known as the FJ […]

Bryon Dorr
May 08, 2026

New Gear Built for Life Off the Grid

Supplies for life off the beaten path Jetboil Flash Java 1.8L Fast Boil System This product is everything your group of 2-4 people needs for […]

Tread Staff
May 07, 2026

Latest Truck and Overland Upgrades Worth Checking Out

A Roundup of the Latest Automotive Accessories Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 ProSeries for 2025 4Runner Offering up to 5,000 pounds of load-leveling capacity, Air Lift’s […]

Tread Staff
May 05, 2026

Fordyce Creek Trail: California’s Toughest Jeep Run

AS SEEN IN OUR MARCH/APRIL 2026 ISSUE – Buy Now! I LIVE FOR THIS Fordyce Creek Trail is the kind of place that separates “I […]

BRANDON HOFFNER
May 04, 2026

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Spring Adventures Start Here: Tread May/June Issue

Spring brings with it warmer weather, flowers, and new opportunities. The frozen north starts to open up for less snowy adventures, while the desert stays […]

Devan Ence
May 01, 2026

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