It's a kinetic strap. You're probably used to watching people hit everybody at 10 or 15mph. It's not necessary unless they are really stuck or have a trailer.
I haven’t heard of many of the Ranger transmissions failing. But if I were to ever get rid of my truck for a Tacoma, it would be that new Trail Hunter or whatever it is called.
Most people are not from the area. Galveston Island and the surrounding area people usually know what to do to not get stuck or avoid this area when it's bad.