2016 Kawasaki Mule Pro-DX and Pro DXT Review
We travelled to San Antonio, Texas as Kawasaki put us to work to test out the new diesel-powered Mule Pro-DX and Pro-DXT.
Read more
2016 Polaris General 1000 EPS Deluxe Review
The 2016 Polaris General 1000 fills a void between the RZR and Ranger lineups and has its sights set on the Can-Am Commander and Yamaha Wolverine.
Read more
2016 Polaris General Preview
Not exactly a pure Sport UTV or a work-specific Utility UTV, the new Polaris General fits somewhere in the middle between Polaris' RZR and Ranger families.
Read more
Polaris RZR XP Turbo EPS: A Technical Look
We talked to a member of Polaris' design team about what went into the new RZR XP Turbo.
Read more
2016 Honda Pioneer 1000-5 Deluxe Review
We headed to Montana to get our first experience behind the wheel of the 2016 Honda Pioneer 1000-5 Deluxe.
Read more
Kubota Adds New Convertible RTX-X1140 to UTV Line
Kubota has added a new model to its RTV-X Series of UTVs the diesel-powered RTV-X1140 with K-Vertible cargo conversion system.
Read more
2016 John Deere Gator XUV 825i SE Unveiled
John Deere has taken the covers off a Special Edition version of its 2016 Gator XUV 825i that features two integrated cargo tool boxes and LED roof lights.
Read more
2016 Yamaha YXZ1000R Review
We've been waiting with baited breath for a chance to get behind the wheel of the new Yamaha YXZ1000R. We finally got that chance at the Imperial Sand Dunes
Read more
2016 Can-Am Defender HD8 XT DPS Review + Video
We travelled to rural Illinois for a chance to spend a couple of days with the new 2016 Can-Am Defender HD8 XP DPS. This Utility UTV just plain works.
Read more
Polaris Introduces RZR XP 4 Turbo EPS and RZR XP 4 1000 High Lifter Edition
Polaris has just beefed up its multi-passenger RZR lineup with two new models - the RZR XP 4 Turbo EPS and RZR XP 4 1000 High Lifter Edition.
Read more
2016 Polaris Ranger Crew 570-6 Unveiled
With an eye on consumers looking for a six-seat Utility UTV without breaking the bank, Polaris has just unveiled the Ranger Crew 570-6.
Read more
Polaris Recalls 2015 RZR 900 and 1000
Polaris has issued a recall on model year 2015 Polaris RZR 900 and 1000 vehicles due to reports of pinched fuel tank vent lines.
Read more
UTV Riding and Trout Fishing in Ontario
I did a fair amount of fishing when I was a kid, but I'd let go of the pastime many years ago. I wanted it back and traveled up to Mattawa, Ontario to find it.
Read more
2016 Can-Am Defender Preview
Can-Am added a new Utility-focussed UTV to its off-road lineup for 2016 - the Can-Am Defender.
Read more
Polaris Donating Vehicles to The Salvation Army
Polaris has announced that it is donating four Utility off-road vehicles to The Salvation Army.
Read more
2016 Polaris RZR XP Turbo EPS vs. Can-Am Maverick X ds Turbo
The Polaris RZR XP Turbo EPS and Can-Am Maverick X ds Turbo are the industry's two current kings of horsepower. Let's see how they stack up on paper.
Read more
Second Patent for Electric Kawasaki Mule Released
About 16 months after we discovered a patent for an electric Kawasaki UTV, a second patent has been released.
Read more
Yamaha Updates Viking and Viking VI for 2016
While Yamaha's new YXZ1000R Sport UTV was the star of the show this week, Yamaha also quietly unveiled its 2016 Viking and Viking VI Utility UTVs.
Read more
2016 Yamaha YXZ1000R Unveiled
It feels like we've been waiting for an eternity, but Yamaha finally took the covers off its pure Sport UTV the 2016 YXZ1000R.
Read more
Arctic Cat Unveils First Wave of 2016 ATVs and UTVs
Arctic Cat has unveiled seven new models for 2016, including four Special Edition models, more powerful Wildcat Sport models, and the new Alterra ATV family.
Read more
Yamaha Sport UTV Powered By 998cc 112hp Engine
CARB documents reveal Yamaha's new Sport Side-by-Side will feature a 998cc three-cylinder engine that pumps out 112 horsepower.
Read more
2015 Arctic Cat Wildcat X Limited Review
We turned Arctic Cat's Wildcat X Limited loose in some of the nastiest and challenging terrain we could during the Rally on the Rocks event in Moab, Utah.
Read more
2016 Honda Pioneer 1000 vs. Polaris Ranger XP 900 - Specs Shootout
Honda stepped up recently with a new big bore Pioneer 1000. We decided to see how it compares to Polaris' flagship UTV - the Ranger XP 900.
Read more
Honda Begins Production of Pioneer 1000
Production has officially begun on Honda's new Pioneer 1000 UTV at the Honda of South Carolina manufacturing facility.
Read more
Arctic Cat Partners With Robby Gordon
Arctic Cat has entered into an exclusive, five-year product development and marketing agreement with famed racer Robby Gordon.
Read more
2016 Honda Pioneer 1000 Pricing and Specs Revealed
Less than month after taking the covers off the new Honda Pioneer 1000, Honda has revealed pricing and additional specifications for its new flagship.
Read more
2016 Polaris Ranger EV Li-Ion Polaris Pursuit Camo Preview
Lost in the chaos of Polaris' 2016 ATV and UTV lineup was a huge evolution in electric off-road vehicles the Ranger EV Li-Ion Polaris Pursuit Camo.
Read more
SCOOP: 2016 Polaris RZR XP Turbo EPS First Ride Review
Just days after Polaris officially announced the new 144hp RZR XP Turbo EPS, we were among the first to get behind the wheel.
Read more
2015 Sport UTVs Buyer's Guide
In less than a decade of existence, Sport UTVs have become the most exciting class of the ATV and Side-by-Side industry.
Read more
2016 Kawasaki Mule Pro-FX EPS Review
Kawasaki introduced the Mule Pro-FXT last year and it's been a big success. So big, in fact, that a new single-row Mule Pro-FX has been added to the family.
Read more
Yamaha's Sport UTV to Be Powered by Three-Cylinder Engine + Video
Yamaha has released a third teaser video for its upcoming pure Sport UTV, which reveals it will be powered by an inline three-cylinder engine.
Read more
2016 Polaris ATV and UTV Lineup Announced
Polaris has beefed up its off-road lineup a pair of new RZRs, four new Ranger models, three new Sportsman ATV offerings, and an expanded ACE family.
Read more
144-Horsepower 2016 Polaris RZR XP Turbo EPS Unveiled
Polaris has taken the covers off a new turbocharged 2016 RZR XP Turbo EPS that produces an industry leading 144 horsepower.
Read more
Yamaha Releases New Teaser Video for Sport UTV
Just about a month after giving us a long-awaited teaser of its upcoming pure Sport Side-by-Side, Yamaha has done it again.
Read more
John Deere Unveils 2016 Gator RSX860i
Updated Gator receives power steering and new 60 mph top speed

John Deere has taken the covers off a new 2016 Gator RSX860i, which confirms our report from May than an updated RSX850i was in the works.

The new RSX860i replaces the RSX850i and includes a new power steering option, backlit toggle switches, and more speed.

Read more
Honda Unveils 2016 Pioneer 1000 and 1000-5
New engine and new chassis highlight most powerful Honda ever Honda has taken the covers off a pair of brand new Pioneer Side-by-Sides for 2016 model year &…
Read more
2016 Can-Am ATV and UTV Lineup Preview
2016 Can Am ATV and UTV Lineup Preview: BRP came out swinging for model year 2016 with four new engines and a litany of new and updated vehicles in its Can Am ATV and Side by Side lineup. The highlight of the engine upgrades is a boost to the already industry leading Maverick Turbo mill which now pumps out stunning 131 horsepower.
Read more
Yamaha Unveils Base Model 2016 Wolverine
Yamaha Unveils Base Model 2016 Wolverine: In an effort to make its new Wolverine R Spec accessible to more consumers Yamaha has taken the covers off a new base model version with a much more attractive price tag.
Read more
2016 Kawasaki Mule Pro-DX and Pro-DXT Preview
2016 Kawasaki Mule Pro DX and Pro DXT Preview: Kawasaki has taken the covers off its new diesel powered Mule Pro DX and Pro DXT for the 2016 model year. These models are based off the successful Mule Pro FXT which was released last year.
Read more
2016 Kawasaki Mule Pro-FX Preview
2016 Kawasaki Mule Pro FX Preview: Kawasaki had a lot of success with its Mule Pro FXT last year and is taking advantage of that platform with its new Mule Pro FX for 2016. Simply put the Mule Pro FX is a one row version of the Pro FXT.
Read more
2016 Kawasaki Teryx and Teryx4 Preview
2016 Kawasaki Teryx and Teryx4 Preview: Kawasaki has been making consistent tweaks and improvements to the Teryx and Teryx4 since its introduction. The result is a machine that gets better almost every year. For 2016 Kawasaki continues that tradition with a host of updates designed to improve the riding experience.
Read more
2016 Yamaha Wolverine R-Spec Review
2016 Yamaha Wolverine R Spec Review: We headed to the rain slicked mountainous trails of Brimstone Recreation in Central Tennessee for our first ride in the Yamaha Wolverine R Spec.
Read more
Mahindra Ready to Take on UTV Market
Mahindra Ready to Take on UTV Market: While Mahindra may not be a name the off road community is familiar with that may change in the very near future. The tractor manufacturer is throwing its hat into the UTV world in 2015 with an ambitious six vehicle lineup.
Read more
2015 Yamaha Wolverine R-Spec Preview
2015 Yamaha Wolverine R Spec Preview: Yamaha has just announced its newest Side by Side the 2015 Yamaha Wolverine R Spec.
Read more
Polaris Releases 2015 Limited Edition Models
Polaris Releases 2015 Limited Edition Models: Polaris has long been a fan of unveiling a host of special edition models early in the year and things are no different for 2015. Highlighting this year's models is the FOX Edition RZR XP 1000 EPS with FOX Podium Internal Bypass Shocks.
Read more
2015 Polaris RZR 4 900 EPS Unveiled
2015 Polaris RZR 4 900 EPS Unveiled: Polaris added a multi passenger vehicle to its RZR 900 family. The 2015 RZR 4 900 EPS is powered by the 75 horsepower ProStar 900 engine and benefits from more than a foot of suspension travel on all four corners controlled by FOX Podium X 2.0 shocks.
Read more
2015 Arctic Cat Wildcat Sport Limited EPS Review
2015 Arctic Cat Wildcat Sport Limited EPS Review: Arctic Cat invited us to spend a couple days riding the new 2015 Wildcat Sport Limited EPS in the mountains near Bryce Canyon Utah. With rough trails and massive elevation changes the Wildcat proved its value.
Read more
2015 Can-Am Maverick X Ds Turbo Review + Video
2015 Can Am Maverick X ds Turbo Review Video: Finally a power statement from an OEM that you can feel in the seat of your pants The Can Am Maverick X ds Turbo delivers power and excitement in spades.
Read more
2015 Gravely Atlas JSV Review
2015 Gravely Atlas JSV Review: Ariens Company worked closely with Polaris on the new Gravely Atlas JSV line of Side by Side Utility vehicles. After spending some time with the Gravely models it's a partnership that makes sense to us.
Read more
2015 Can-Am Maverick X ds Turbo vs. Polaris RZR XP 1000 EPS
2015 Can Am Maverick X ds Turbo vs. Polaris RZR XP 1000 EPS: With the introduction of the new 121 horsepower Can Am Maverick X ds Turbo we thought it was only natural to see how it compares to the 110 horsepower Polaris RZR XP 1000 EPS.
Read more
Yamaha Unveils 2015 Viking
Yamaha Unveils 2015 Viking: Yamaha's Newnan Ga. assembly plant is rolling out 2015 Yamaha Viking Side by Sides in time for fall hunting and harvest.
Read more
121-Horsepower Can-Am Maverick X Ds Turbo Unveiled
121 Horsepower Can Am Maverick X ds Turbo Unveiled: In a bold move BRP has taken back the Horsepower King crown from Polaris with its new 2015 Can Am Maverick X ds Turbo. Could this be the beginning of the turbo wars in the Sport Side by Side segment If so we are ready to enlist
Read more
2015 Arctic Cat ATV and UTV Lineup Preview
2015 Arctic Cat ATV and UTV Lineup Preview: At its dealer show in Las Vegas Arctic Cat unveiled a brand new XR ATV line new 60 inch Wildcat Sport Side by Sides and redesigned Prowler Utility Side by Sides.
Read more
2015 KYMCO UXV 500i G Review
2015 KYMCO UXV 500i G Review: KYMCO has come to market for the 2015 model year with a version of its UXV 500i UTV that will not only give you the moving power to haul the tools to the job but a 110V 120V generator onsite as well.
Read more
Polaris RZR XP 1000 High Lifter Edition vs. Can-Am Maverick X mr
Polaris RZR XP 1000 High Lifter Edition vs. Can Am Maverick X mr: Polaris' recently introduced RZR XP 1000 High Lifter Edition was clearly designed to stand toe to toe with the only other mud specific UTV on the market the Can Am Maverick X mr DPS. Let's see how they compare.
Read more
2015 Polaris RZR 900 Preview
Polaris gives the 50-inch RZR a huge power boost

Among Polaris‘ many new and updated 2015 models, perhaps most shocking is the 50-inch RZR 900.

Polaris took the off-road world by storm in the 2008 model year with the industry’s first Sport-specific UTV – the RZR. Its name was later changed to the RZR 800, but outside of some minor tweaks, it was essentially the same machine for seven model years. It’s the machine that helped move Polaris to the top of the sales charts and created the Sport Side-by-Side market. To call it a success is a wild understatement.

Polaris’ trusty 760cc Inline Twin has been given the boot for 2015 – not just in the RZR, but throughout Polaris’ ATV and UTV lineup. The RZR 900 is powered by the ProStar 900, which we first saw in the 2011 RZR XP 900. While the bump in displacement may seem relatively minor on paper (a gain of 115 cubic centimeters), in reality it translates to a near 50% horsepower increase – the RZR 800 produced 53.2 horsepower compared to a claimed 75 ponies from the new RZR 900 – and 15% bump in torque. That seems like a direct shot across the bow of Arctic Cat and its 50-inch offering – the Wildcat Trail.

Read more
2014 Honda Pioneer 700-4 vs. Yamaha Viking 700 – Specs Shootout
2014 Honda Pioneer 700 4 vs. Yamaha Viking 700 8211 Specs Shootout: Consumers looking for multi passenger Utility Side by Sides that can be used for occasional off trail fun have likely considered by the Honda Pioneer 700 4 and Yamaha Viking 700. We look at the numbers and compare them head to head.
Read more
2015 Polaris Off-Road Lineup Preview
Polaris unveils host of new machines in every segment

Polaris is swinging for the fences again for the 2015 model year with its biggest off-road lineup ever. New and updated vehicles can be found throughout the RZR, Ranger and Sportsman families.

Polaris RZR Lineup

While Polaris announced a power boost in its 2015 RZR XP 1000 and RZR XP 4 1000 a few weeks ago, that was just a taste test of the changes to the RZR lineup for 2015.

The Polaris RZR was the only 50-inch Sport Side-by-Side in the industry for years before the Arctic Cat Wildcat Trail showed up last year with nearly 10 more horsepower. Polaris has answered that challenge with the new 2015 RZR 900 ($12,799), which features a 75 hp ProStar 900 engine. The new ProStar powerplant offers more than 40 percent more horsepower and 15 percent more torque than the previous RZR 800 models.

Read more
2015 KYMCO UXV 450i LE 4X4 Review
2015 KYMCO UXV 450i LE 4X4 Review: One machine that typifies KYMCO's more for less philosophy is the new 2015 UXV 450i LE 4x4 which we had a chance to ride at a recent press introduction in South Carolina.
Read more
Polaris Working on Innovative Utility Vehicle
Cargo bed opens into cab for carrying longer items

While the competition does its best to play catch-up and eat into Polaris’ dominance of the Side-by-Side market, the Minnesota-based manufacturer continues to push forward and change the way we think of UTVs. The latest example can be found in some patent documents we dug up for an innovative-looking four-seat Utility Side-by-Side.

We don’t have a name for this machine yet, but it strikes a brutish pose that looks like it could be used on the jobsite or a military base. Most notable is the cargo bed, which opens up in the cab, where long items can be housed in a center tunnel between the seats. This would seem ideal for carrying lumber, ladders, or a myriad of military tools. This UTV looks like a cargo mover above all else.

Read more