What is a Brush Guard? Brush guards consist of a series of metal bars welded, drilled or screwed together and attached to the front end of a vehicle. They’re one of the more popular accessories truck drivers can install because they offer a number of different benefits. The main use of a grille guard is […]

Mounting a winch on your Chevrolet Silverado is never a bad idea. Depending on what you use the vehicle for, you may find that you benefit from it on a regular basis. Even if you don’t find yourself using the setup that often, it always pays off to have it there when you need it. […]

Our team at Ultimate Rides knows a thing or two about vehicle accessories. After all, we spend our days upgrading vehicles to sell to the public, and that includes installing all kinds of products. Among the most useful upgrades one can buy are grille guards. They act as an extra layer of defense for your […]

Installing upgrades on pickup trucks is something Ultimate Rides does on a daily basis. That’s because we’re an auto dealer that specializes in custom lifted vehicles, with our own shop and crew of technicians to make these upgrades happen. In our experience, one of the more useful things you can add to your pickup is […]

When getting a truck ready for off-road action, there are certain accessories and upgrades that we recommend. Along with a lift kit and some new tires, one of the most important is a grille guard. If you think there’s any chance of your vehicle coming into contact with bushes, tall grass, or anything else that […]

How much do you know about truck shock absorbers? Did you know that a 4×4 setup requires different shocks than a standard driving configuration? For some it may be common sense, but others might have trouble picking out a set that gets them the performance they desire. That’s where we come in. At Ultimate Rides, […]

Squatted Trucks Offer A Unique Look and Off-Road Capabilities While it can be a controversial look, there are certain benefits to be found from driving a squatted truck or SUV. The main reason most folks decide to squat their truck is simply for the look. This may differ from person to person, so while some […]

Carolina Squat is Legal in 48 States Squatted trucks are a controversial trend. Some drivers love them, excited about the look and off-road possibilities they offer. Others would rather them stay off the road completely, or don’t know what the Carolina Squat is. If you’re a Carolina Squat driver worried about the legal status of […]

Choosing Your 2006 Chevy Colorado Bed Liner A bed liner is one of the most useful accessories one can install on their pickup truck. We all know that the truck bed can see a lot of wear and tear. This could be especially true depending on what you use your truck for. Whatever the situation […]

Finding a 4 Wheel Drive Shop Near Me Are you having trouble finding a shop in your area to handle a 4 wheel drive upgrade? It sounds like you ought to come visit Ultimate Rides. Located about an hour south of Chicago, we are the Midwest’s best choice for all vehicle upgrades. In addition to […]

What are the Best Seat Covers for Ford F150? At Ultimate Rides, we know a lot about truck accessories. Time and time again, when customers ask us what accessories they should look into, seat covers are some of the first recommendations to come up. Not only can they enhance your comfort inside the vehicle, but […]

Reliable Lift Kits Installation Near Me It’s definitely no secret that finding reliable auto mechanics can be difficult. That’s even more true when it comes to lift kit installation. If you live in the Chicago area, you are within driving distance of Ultimate Rides. In addition to selling custom vehicles and shipping them all across […]