Complexity is the enemy of affordability, and cars have an affordability problem. An automobile has always been a big investment, but now, more than ever, the problems come once the car leaves the dealer’s lot. While an out-of-warranty repair or a minor collision was once somewhat affordable to fix, even the simplest-seeming parts of a car can cost thousands of dollars. A new bumper, for example, is no longer something simple and relatively inexpensive to replace. Cars Have Become Rolling Computers Credit: Mercedes-Benz Cars becoming rolling computers isn’t a new complaint, but we’re not talking about a fairly basic ECU chip…
The Department of Justice has launched its first litigation aimed at “sensitive places”, suing Montgomery County, Maryland for its ban on lawful concealed carry in parks, places of worship, libraries, recreational facilities, and multipurpose exhibition facilities, along with the 100-yard “buffer zone” surrounding those locations where lawful carry is also forbidden. The lawsuit follows on the heels of a similar complaint brought by a Montgomery County rabbi last week in a case supported by the New Civil Liberties Alliance. Like the DOJ’s other Second Amendment litigation, today’s lawsuit is a “pattern and practice” case brought…
Ask most Americans what the Coast Guard does, and the answer stops at helicopter rescues. That’s real, and it’s the most visible part of the job, but it’s a fraction of what the smallest of the six armed services is actually responsible for on any given day. By law, the Coast Guard operates under 11 statutory missions, ranging from stopping drug cartels to keeping the Great Lakes shipping lanes open through the winter. Here’s what that actually looks like. Drug Interdiction: The Numbers Are Genuinely Staggering The Coast Guard is the lead federal agency for maritime drug interdiction, and the…
The Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act was created to protect the firearm industry from ruinous lawsuits meant not to recoup actual damages caused by companies’ misdeeds, but to punish them for selling guns to the public. The acts of third parties, most of whom never bought a gun lawfully in their life, were laid at the feet of the industry, and Congress responded to put an end to this. The lawsuits weren’t anything but lawfare. They were an attempt to destroy the industry through legal expenses, making it too risky to do business…
The United States Coast Guard turns 236 years old this Aug. 4 — older than the Navy’s current organizational form, older than the Marine Corps as a permanent standing force and older than the country’s income tax by more than a century. It’s also, by a wide margin, the least understood branch of the U.S. military, in ways that go beyond people simply not knowing what it does day to day. From 10 Ships to a Fifth Armed Service The Coast Guard’s roots trace to Aug. 4, 1790, when Alexander Hamilton, then secretary of the treasury, persuaded Congress to authorize…
Side-by-sides used to be fairly straightforward machines. You got an engine, four tires, a bed, and enough rattling plastic to make your dang head implode. Things are a little different now, though. The 2026 Polaris Ranger XD 1500 NorthStar Mountaineer Edition costs nearly $46,000 for the three-seat model and $50,000 for the six-seat Crew. It weighs close to 3,000 pounds and comes with heated seats, power windows, air conditioning, and a touchscreen. By nearly any reasonable standard, it is a luxury side-by-side, which is apparently a thing now. After using it to haul feed, move tools and building materials, help…
She says it was self-defense. Police say it was cold-blooded murder. 35-year-old Ashley Ruhland has been charged with first-degree murder in the shooting death of 49-year-old Justin Emmick. The Sioux City, Iowa resident was killed on July 29 in a remote spot on his 30-acre property, accessible only by foot and ATVs. According to authorities, Ruhland had been staying with Emmick, but also had an active order of protection against him. That’s odd enough, but if you’re really in fear of your life then why would you put yourself in a position where you’re going to…
We know you can’t turn back the clock, but we wouldn’t mind returning to a time when full-size pickups were simple, stripped-down, work-duty affairs, and they cost less than a large sedan, and we called them “half-ton” trucks.With the average price of a basic, no-frills full-size pickup creeping toward $40,000,we don’t even need to debate whether the cost of entry has gotten too high. New trucks are simply too expensive, and we’re holding onto our old pickups for longer these days, even if that means spending more money to keep them running. The Average American Truck Is Now 12 Years…
On July 19, a shooting took place in Asheville, N.C. Two people were killed, and seven others were injured. Right now, police still haven’t caught the suspect, which is less than good, to say the least. It’s safe to say that while the media calls this a “mass shooting,” it bears no resemblance to what happened in Idaho over the weekend. This was likely a targeted attack over a personal beef. In other words, it was likely gang-related.But, like so many other mayors of decent-sized cities across the country, rather than admit that she’s sucked…
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There’s no better way to spend a weekend than packing up the car, heading out into nature, and camping in the woods for a few days. On its surface, car camping should be one of the most accessible ways to get outside: You’re not limited by weight, and you should be able to bring everything you need in your vehicle. And yet, we live in a world where a new tent or cooler can cost hundreds of dollars. And if you’re going with your family or kids, all that gear can quickly lead to sticker shock. With a little work…
If Massachusetts gun laws worked as advertised, a convicted felon never would have been able to get his hands on a banned firearm and open fire on motorists driving down Cambridge’s busy Memorial Drive last month. As we all saw, those laws failed to stop a prohibited person from accessing a prohibited firearm. They did, however, impede the armed citizen who helped put an end to the shooting alongside a Massachusetts state trooper. Remember that veteran with a carry permit who helped prevent a mass shooting in Cambridge?Looks like he was the first person to confront…
Sen. Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) has introduced multiple provisions within the Fiscal Year 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) that focus on childcare for military families, stopping “secret” spending by the Pentagon, and codifying sex-neutral standards. The NDAA recently passed out of both the House and Senate Armed Services Committees, setting the stage for both congressional chambers to deliberate the final language within the sweeping legislation that has been voted into law for more than six decades and guides Department of Defense funding and policies. Some provisions that have been included out of committee have been widely supported, while others have…
Crocs are unserious footwear. They squeak, they look ridiculous, and they were the go-to footwear for humanity’s great dumbening in the film ‘Idiocracy’. But they are quite simply the best camp shoe for many. If you want pure comfort, warmth, and coziness, there are many better options. If you’re looking for ultralight foot protection that won’t stay wet and handles the rigors of elk camp, Crocs are it. Hear me out. I was a Crocs hater until I needed a pair of shoes by the fire, and my dear friend Kate loaned me a pair. Looking down at the seafoam-green…
A new memorandum issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) calls for changes to care provided to LGBTQ+ military veterans, including ceasing all diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs and disbanding “gender ideology” initiatives. Veterans Health Administration Under Secretary for Health John Bartrum signed the June 12 memo, originally reported by The Advocate and shared by the VA with Military.com, titled, “Reiterating Executive Order Compliance Responsibilities.” The memo calls for the VA to continue to establish mechanisms to properly serve the veteran population and prohibit government resources from “any form of prioritization that diverts from merit-based, mission-focused operations.” The…
This article was originally published by Tyler Durden at ZeroHedge under the title: Hormuz Fears Ease As Trump, Ghalibaf Virtually Sign US-Iran Deal, But Energy Flows Remain Months From Normal President Trump, Vice President JD Vance, and Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf have virtually signed a peace deal to end the U.S. naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, Iranian ports, the general Gulf region, and begin 60 days of nuclear negotiations, according to CNN, citing US senior sources. The text of the so-called memorandum of understanding, a 14-point document that should lead to a two-month extension of the ceasefire and the start…
Prepping isn’t just for SHTF or a zombie apocalypse or even TEOTWAWKI. Prepping is for everyday problems, normal emergencies, and other significant events. Reasons to prep include power outages, snowstorms, hurricanes, and even the stomach flu, all of which can hamper your ability to cook, go to the store, or even go to work and earn money. Prepping prepares you for all kinds of events, which means you don’t need to panic when bad things happen. You can likely ride out the problems from the comfort of your own home. For beginners, it just takes getting started and making progress…
Support us! GearJunkie may earn a small commission from affiliate links in this article. Learn More Chevrolet has just fired its latest shots in the most competitive and profitable automotive segment in America. The 2027 Silverado is brand-new, and Chevy is doing more for off-roaders than before. Think Z51 off-road standard on more 4×4 trucks, taller tires on Trail Boss, and Raptor-matching 35s on ZR2 — plus a pair of bigger V8 engines for even more rock-crushing torque. Chevy just announced some details today, although many specs and pricing remain under wraps. Here’s what we know so far and what…
There are currently 16 Commonwealth’s Attorneys and 10 sheriffs in Virginia who have stated on the record that they have no intention of enforcing the impending ban on manufacturing, selling, transferring, and publicly carrying so-called assault weapons. There are also at least two Democrat lawmakers who have stated on the record that they’re ready to push for the power to remove those law enforcement officers from office if they don’t go along with the Democrats’ gun ban plans. 🚨RETALIATION?: Virginia Insider’s Uriah Kiser asks Democrat St. Sen. Louise Lucas about the commonwealth’s attorneys & sheriffs…
Future military satellites may someday receive a command as simple as, “Find the Chinese carrier battle group,” and determine for themselves how to complete the mission. For retired Air Force Maj. Gen. Brook Leonard, that future is no longer science fiction. In an interview with Military.com, Leonard, a former senior U.S. space commander who helped stand up U.S. Space Command and later oversaw global space operations supporting U.S. and allied forces, described a future where satellites operate less like passive tools and more like autonomous teammates. I can type text and give it mission-type orders, Leonard said. Rather than requiring…
Compared to the previous month’s Forza Horizon 6, 007 First Light, and Lego Batman, June 2026’s triple-A games lineup is somewhat lacking. So far, the biggest releases of the month have been ports; for instance, Rise of the Tomb Raider and Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition launched on the Switch 2, while Where Winds Meet made its Xbox Series debut. Nothing wrong with that, of course, as these bona fide masterpieces are now in the hands of a whole new playerbase, but they aren’t exactly the most exciting new releases. While things will pick up in the second half of the…
