ZOOMER Magazine

Ride into the sunset

Four sunny routes and the four perfect vehicles for them

- By Travis Persaud

TEXAS

The Drive The Borderland­s Discover landscapes – desert, grasslands and mountain ranges – that feel both cinematic and surreal. Above the Rio Grande and east of San Antonio, this drive takes you from Fort Stockton and heads southwest on Highways 67 and 90 to Big Bend National Park, familiar from films like No Country for

Old Men and There Will be Blood.

The Ride 2015 GMC Canyon It just feels right to drive a pickup truck through Texas, doesn’t it? General Motors’ all-new GMC Canyon mid-size truck offers rugged capabiliti­es along with refined comforts, perfect for a drive through the Lone Star trails.

FLORIDA

The Drive Florida Keys Be prepared to stop every minute to snap a shot on this scenic drive. Starting from the mainland and heading south along Highway 1 – a.k.a. Overseas Highway – you’ll cross more than 40 bridges and experience incredible views of the Atlantic and its myriad of islands and wildlife. The Ride 2015 Jaguar F-Type R Coupe Gorgeous, powerful and nimble – this Jag is perfect for a jaunt through the Keys. Designed by Ian Callum (revered for his Aston Martin Vanquish and Jaguar XJ), it boasts a stylish exterior, 550 HP engine and superb handling abilities.

CALIFORNIA

The Drive Pacific Coast

Highway The most scenic stretch of highway in America, Route 1 in California takes you through cliff-hugging twists and turns along an unsurpasse­d view of the Pacific Ocean. Take the northsouth trip from Monterey to Morro Bay, stopping at the magnificen­t Big Sur and the Bixby Bridge.

The Ride 2015 Ford Mustang You’ll want to ride in a classic muscle car (top down, of course) as you drive the Cali coast. Now entering its 50th year, Ford’s redesigned Mustang has power to spare and better handling ability, a definite must when you’re navigating this spectacula­r cliffside drive.

ARIZONA

The Drive The Old West Start in Tucson and follow the southeaste­rn path that takes you along the Old Spanish Trail and down toward Bisbee near the Mexican border. The drive not only exposes you to this southern part of Arizona, but it also shows off aweinspiri­ng canyons and mountains – a true taste of America’s Old West. The Ride 2015 Subaru Forester 2.0XT Put Subaru’s famed allwheel-drive system to work with the Forester. This hard-working utility vehicle will power you through mountain passes and provide all the room you need to make it a comfortabl­e ride.

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California’s Pacific Coast Highway
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Test Drive
2015 GMC Canyon Test Drive

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