Scott Murdock

Scott Murdock is a Marine Corps veteran and writer living in Wisconsin. His work has appeared in publications including Task & Purpose, Outdoor Life, Free Range American and HotCars.

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It doesn’t matter whether you’re a service member or a civilian; this will put a smile on your face.

Meet the Polaris MRZR Alpha, SOCOM's Downrange Dune Buggy

America's best warfighters rip around in souped-up Polaris UTVs, and you can, too.

The U.S. military began testing hybrid tanks more than 100 years ago.

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Would you believe me if I told you the U.S. military had the option to field a hybrid-electric tank more than a century ago?

OK, these gifts might be out of reach, but I have a backup plan.

The Best Gifts for the Military Motorhead in Your Life

What do you buy for someone who only wants horsepower? We have answers.

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Grab the road-trip snacks because we’re pressing “play” on one of the greatest stories to come out of the Global War on...

With the Jeep Wrangler 4xe Willys ’41 Special Edition, you can get all the trimmings of 2025 with visual cues to 1941. (Stellantis)

A New Special–Edition Jeep Wrangler Pays Tribute to the Classic 1941 Willys MB

This is not the greatest Jeep in the world. No, this is just a tribute.

‘Masters of the Air’ gave screen time to lots of great military vehicles, including the original Jeep.

Raise a Glass to the Ground Vehicles of 'Masters of the Air'

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The Oshkosh Defense RCV can bring cutting-edge weapons to the enemy’s door, wherever that is.

Will the Army Go All-In on the Oshkosh Defense RCV?

Check out the latest combat vehicle from the people who brought us the JLTV, MTVR and HEMTT.

The Ripsaw has come a long way since its Hollywood debut.

Textron Ripsaw M3: From the Big Screen to the Battlefield

This real-life Hollywood action hero could be donning Army green paint sooner than they think.

The WOLF-X will combine technology from three defense companies to bring the fight to the enemy – if the Army awards it with the RCV contract.

Sic 'Em! Will the WOLF-X Be the Army's Next Attack Dog?

BAE Systems, HDT and McQ Inc. are teaming up to build a contender for the Army’s Robotic Combat Vehicle contract.

GM Defense created this next-generation tactical vehicle concept to combine military and commercial technology.

GM Defense Fires Up a Next-Generation Tactical Vehicle

Is this tactical pickup truck coming to a military base near you? GM Defense is making the case that it should.

If the GDLS TRX is as good as advertised, it’ll be a tremendous asset on the battlefield.

The TRX Wants to Take a Bite Out of the Enemy

GDLS is one of four contenders for the U.S. Army's RCV program. Let's see what this killer robot is all about.

The U.S. Army is working with Clemson University to develop autonomous fighting vehicles for the next generation of warfare. (Clemson University)

Deep Orange: How Clemson University Is Shaping the Army's Next-Generation Vehicles

Autonomous vehicles and cutting-edge hybrid off-roaders are prowling the hills of South Carolina.

You’re not imagining things; this 1915 Cadillac does kind of look like a JLTV.

The Combat Cadillac Was the Most Gangster Military Vehicle that Never Was

Water-cooled machine guns and V8s are a balloon’s worst nightmare.

The Marathon OSAR-D is a reimagined classic that’s ready for life in today’s military.

Marathon OSAR-D: A Classic Military Timepiece Is Back and Better Than Ever

Marathon’s original search-and-rescue dive watch is available again, this time with key updates and modern features.

JLTV vs Humvee: Which Tactical Vehicle Reigns Supreme?

The Joint Light Tactical Vehicle is meant to replace the venerable Humvee, but new car shopping is a hassle even for the U.S...

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