UTVs have become increasingly popular in the national parks in Utah and around the country, and for good reasons. These off-road machines offer an exciting and adventurous way to explore the great, awe-inspiring outdoors. 

Knowing how to properly drive your UTV is important for both your safety and the safety of those around you on the trails or road. Make sure you know how to handle a rollover safely before you find yourself in a rollover situation with these four steps. #1. Wear Your Seatbelt One of the best things you can do to prepare for and handle a rollover safely is to wear your seatbelt. Sometimes accidents happen, and situations can change in an instant when you’re driving your UTV. One of the best things you can do to stay safe is to...

Driving while under the influence doesn’t just happen behind the wheel of a car. Sure, it’s the most common way to get in trouble with the law, but the truth is you can get a DUI while drinking and riding a bike, drinking and driving a boat, or drinking and driving your UTV. Driving under the influence means you are driving while under the influence of either alcohol or drugs. A DWI, driving while intoxicated, has to do with the amount of blood alcohol content and how far over the limit it is. In Utah is against the law to...

Whether you’re out riding your UTV, or preparing for a big work meeting, it’s best to be prepared. You want to be prepared for things to go well and have a good outcome, but it’s also wise to prepare for the worst so that you’ll be ready to act and solve the problem. You probably have an emergency preparedness kit on your UTV at all times, which is a great way to be prepared for an emergency. You hopefully have a first aid kit, and extra food and water. But have you ever thought what you would do in case...

Your UTV runs smoothly and works efficiently… until it doesn’t. When you’re out on the trail those little hiccups can be a real downer. First you’ve got to worry about getting your UTV off the trail and back to your vehicle. Then you’ve got to get your UTV to a repair shop, leave it there to be fixed, and then pay a bill. All of this is a stressful hassle that no one wants to deal with. Sometimes repairs and breakdowns are inevitable, especially if you have an older machine. But most times they can be avoided or put off...

Your buddy just bought a new UTV and took you for a spin… now it’s all you can think about. If you’ve recently been introduced to UTV’s, you’ve likely felt the urge to cruise some trails in the great outdoors, or rip through a mud puddle. But before you do just that, it’s a good idea to do some research so you know just what you’re getting into. Whether you’ve just purchased your first UTV or are dying to do so, here are the things you should know if you’re new to the world of UTV’s. Extremely VersatileYou thought your...

No matter how short or long your UTV ride is, there are certain items you should always have with you. Not only will they keep you safe, but they will make your ride more enjoyable too! So, without further ado, here are the five things you should always have when riding your UTV. #1. Tool KitWhether your UTV has an issue or you happen upon someone who is having mechanical issues, having a tool kit with you will come in handy. Hopefully it’s a simple repair that you can fix on your own. To do this, you’ll need a tool...

For those new to the UTV world, there is a lot of new information to digest. Unfortunately, some of it is more reliable than others. As you begin to take your UTV out and enjoy some time in the great outdoors, you’ll want to make sure you have all your facts straight. Knowing as much as you can before you head out could save a life! And of course, as you shop for your UTV and look to get into the sport, knowing as much as you can is crucial when you have big decisions to make. To help you...

Whether you know it as a utility task vehicle (UTV), a recreational off-high vehicle (ROV), a recreational utility vehicle (RUV), or a side-by-side (SXS), the bottom line is it’s a powerful piece of machinery that is extremely useful for many jobs and even more fun on the trails. But the UTV you know and love today isn’t what UTV’s have always been like. UTV’s actually haven’t been around long. It wasn’t until about 1980 that they really began to gain popularity. Over time UTV’s evolved into the fun vehicle they are today. Gain a better appreciation for your UTV by...

When you’re out on the trail with friends, you really don’t want to be the one to slow everyone down, especially for something as frustrating as engine problems! So, if you’ve ever been in a situation where, seemingly out of nowhere, your engine slow or give out completely, you know how frustrating it can be. Everyone in your group has to stop for you. You have to figure out if you can get your UTV going long enough to get back, or if you need to be towed off of the trails. In most cases, it can completely halt a...