When Toyota first released the FJ Cruiser as the replacement for the FJ40 around a decade ago,there were a lot of people that weren’t happy with the styling, the size and the fact that it didn’t really feel like the spiritual successor to the beloved Land Cruiser. But if it had looked like US Specialty Vehicles new Rhino XT, no one would have cared. Built on a mechanically stock Jeep Wrangler Unlimited platform and drivetrain (3.6L V6 285hp engine mated to a 5-speed automatic transmission) that’s outfitted with mean looking body panels and a new rollcage, and with enough leather-trimmed creature comforts inside to make anyone happy, US Specialty Vehicles Rhino XT rethinks the entire “luxury SUV” category… kind of like its bigger brother the Rhino GX.
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Huckberry’s Essential Holiday Gift Guide
Unzip your coat and have some mulled wine on the house—you’ve arrived at your final gifting destination: The Holiday Gift Guide. It’s like your friendly neighborhood one-stop holiday shop, except instead of balsa wood ornaments, ours is packed with thoughtful gifts for everyone on your list. Future heirlooms, small-but-significant stocking stuffers, and gear for getting out there (or staying in)—are all right here. There’s no music playing in the background though, so you’ll just have to hum Bing Crosby while you click around instead.
