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Rivian’s Biggest Launch of the Year Might Just Make You Completely Forget About Slate’s and Scout’s Trucks

Rivian’s Biggest Launch of the Year Might Just Make You Completely Forget About Slate’s and Scout’s Trucks

A pickup variant of Rivian's newest affordable EV could beat Slate to the affordable electric pickup punch.

Today in Gear: Seriously Impressive Hybrid In-Ear Headphones and More

Today in Gear: Seriously Impressive Hybrid In-Ear Headphones and More

Your daily snapshot of what's new in gear, independently curated by our editors.

IN PARTNERSHIP WITH KING SIEKO

Meet the King Seiko VANAC

Inspired by the iconic King Seiko VANAC models of the 1970s and modernized for today, the new series features a bold case design with striking dials inspired by the Tokyo horizon. At its heart is a hand-assembled 35-jewel 8L45 movement beating at 28,800 vph with a 72-hour power reserve.

Meet Bangalore Watch Company’s Peninsula Zanskar

A fresh take on the outdoor watch, inspired by the terrain of the Himalayas.

Suzuki’s Gorgeous, Affordable New Bike Boasts the Best of Both Worlds

Feeling torn between a touring and sport moto? This approachable crossover model could be the perfect tonic.

This Military Tactical Ka-Bar Knife Boasts 125 Years of Heritage and History

The launch includes four special configurations of what is undoubtedly one of the most iconic knives of all time.

13 New Watches You Missed from Longines, Seiko, Timex, G-Shock and More

Keep time with watchmaking’s most exciting new watches.

11 Cool New Gadgets to Keep on Your Radar

Catching you up on the past week’s most notable product releases.

11 New Pocket Knives, Multi-Tools and EDC Items You Might Have Missed

From the slenderest of slicers to a beefy backcountry blade, you'll find all the most interesting new launches right here.

Did Nike Quietly Release the Perfect Summer Sneaker?

An iconic sneaker from the 1970s resurfaces, this time with one another era-defining innovation.

It’s Official: Swatch Confirms Its Next MoonSwatch Successor with the Maker of the Royal Oak

Swatch and Audemars Piguet will release a new watch called the Royal Pop on Saturday, May 16. But it might not look like the MoonSwatch.

This Stunning New Honda-Powered Dream Bike Is Unlike Anything Else on the Market

Conceived as a world-class flat track racer, the shockingly light carbon fiber-framed beauty can now be yours.

A Respected Hi-Fi Company Just Reimagined Its Classic Audiophile Loudspeakers

The Scandinavian audio maker is introducing two new loudspeaker ranges.

This Decade-Defining Audi Just Proved Why It’s a Future Classic

Autoforma works its magic to honor one of automotive history's most influential automobiles.