If you’re just starting with off-roading, you’ll probably find yourself driving into rough terrain completely unprepared. In fact, this will likely happen in most cases. At least until the moment when you get stuck for good and can’t get out without extra help. That’s when you’ll most likely realize that you need a winch. Alternatively, you can skip that stage by learning about winches now. So, why should you have one?

If we were in the USA, we would never ask this question. There, pickup trucks are used every day and are a natural part of the landscape. In Europe, however, pickups are not as widely seen or chosen, either for off-road use or by regular drivers. Is that fair? Learn why it might be worth buying a pickup and whether you should choose a model with coil springs or leaf springs.