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Mitsubishi Reboots Pajero/Montero With Boxy Design, Diesel Torque and Serious Off-Road Tech
technology1 month ago

Mitsubishi Reboots Pajero/Montero With Boxy Design, Diesel Torque and Serious Off-Road Tech

Mitsubishi is reviving the Pajero/Montero as a fifth‑generation, body‑on‑frame SUV with rugged off‑road credentials: a 9.1-inch ground clearance, three rows, and a 113-inch wheelbase, powered by a turbocharged 2.4‑L diesel delivering about 204 hp and 354 lb‑ft of torque, paired to an eight‑speed automatic and all‑wheel drive with Super‑All Wheel Control and Active Yaw Control. It features a modern interior with dual 14.3-inch screens and a digital off‑road telemetry Multi Meter, relocated spare wheel underneath, and 255/55R20 tires. Production starts in Thailand (with the Triton) and launches in Japan and Australia by March 2027, followed by a wider 100‑market rollout; U.S. availability and pricing remain undecided.

via Jalopnik|
#diesel#mitsubishi#montero
Range Rover Electric: Luxury SUV Goes Off-Road With In-House Tech and 333-Mile Range
technology1 month ago

Range Rover Electric: Luxury SUV Goes Off-Road With In-House Tech and 333-Mile Range

The Range Rover Electric targets up to 333 miles EPA range from a 118.5 kWh usable pack, outputs 542 hp and 627 lb-ft for a 0-60 mph time of 4.3 seconds, and supports 350 kW charging; built in-house by Jaguar Land Rover on MLA-Flex with a strong focus on luxury and off-road capability (including 30-degree crawl and 45-degree slopes) while maintaining the familiar Range Rover silhouette. U.S. pricing starts at $138,000 with delivery timing not yet announced.

via insideevs.com|
#charging#electric-vehicle#land-rover
Electric Range Rover Debuts with 333-Mile EPA Range and Off-Road Competence
technology1 month ago

Electric Range Rover Debuts with 333-Mile EPA Range and Off-Road Competence

Ars Technica’s first drive of the 2027 Range Rover Electric shows a BEV that preserves the classic Range Rover silhouette while adding an 118.5 kWh, 800V system delivering 542 hp and 627 lb-ft for a 0-60 of 4.3 seconds, 333 miles EPA range, 350 kW DC fast charging, V2L (and planned V2G), plus a quieter cabin, a lower center of gravity, and off-road capability with no traditional center differential; starts at about $138,000 amid strong pre-orders.

via Ars Technica|
#1185-kwh#333-miles#ev
Trailhunter Upgrades Bring New Toughness to 2027 Toyota Tundra and Sequoia
technology1 month ago

Trailhunter Upgrades Bring New Toughness to 2027 Toyota Tundra and Sequoia

The 2027 Tundra and Sequoia largely carry over, but gain the Trailhunter off-road trim with features like a locking rear differential, crawl control, upgraded underbody protection and suspension, plus a standard 14-inch touchscreen. The media drive emphasizes serious off-road capability—rock crawling and desert running—while remaining comfortable as highway cruisers, with the updated trims reshaping the lineup more than the core models.

via jalopnik.com|
#off-road#sequoia#technology
Road-Legal Defender Dakar Brings Rally Power to the Street
automotive1 month ago

Road-Legal Defender Dakar Brings Rally Power to the Street

The 2027 Land Rover Defender Dakar is a limited, road-legal evolution of the Dakar-winning D7X-R, packing a derestricted 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 with 626 hp and 553 lb-ft, rally-style coil suspension with Bilstein dampers, 35-inch tires, and a Flight Mode for big jumps. Production numbers and pricing will be announced after a Monterey preview and the 2027 Dakar Rally reveal in January, with reservations opening in early 2027.

via Motor1.com|
#automotive#d7x-r#dakar-rally
automotive1 month ago

Land Rover Defender Dakar Concept: Road-Legal Rally Tech

Land Rover previews a road-legal version of its Dakar Rally-winning D7X-R, the Defender Dakar Concept, a limited-run model that borrows race tech like a 4.4‑litre twin‑turbo V8 producing 635 PS and 750 Nm, 35‑inch tyres, Bilstein Advanced Dampers, and rally‑inspired interior elements. Exterior cues mix Dakar Sand bodywork with a Yandu Turquoise roof, and the package includes new Dune and Gravel Drive modes plus a Flight Mode for rough landings. It seats 2+2 with optional four‑point harnesses and a dedicated spare-wheel/air‑compressor mounting. Registrations of interest open in early 2027, with the car debuting during Monterey Car Week at The Quail as part of Defender’s ongoing off‑road legacy.

via NetCarShow.com|
#automotive#dakar-rally#defender-dakar-concept
Mercedes' Electric G-Wagen Delivers ICE-Feel, But Real-World Range Is Short
technology2 months ago

Mercedes' Electric G-Wagen Delivers ICE-Feel, But Real-World Range Is Short

A reviewer spends a few days with a $160k electric G-Wagen, praising its ICE-like dash vibration and luxurious interior, but finds a significant gap between indicated (180 miles) and actual range (about 120 miles) on real roads, underscoring aero drag, heavy weight, and limited practicality (no 120V outlet) despite strong off-road capability.

via Autonocion.com|
#electric-vehicles#g-wagen#mercedes-benz
Rugged Revival: Automakers Bring Back Body-On-Frame SUVs
business2 months ago

Rugged Revival: Automakers Bring Back Body-On-Frame SUVs

Automakers are reviving or planning body-on-frame SUVs to cater to off-road enthusiasts, signaling a shift back from unibody crossovers. Toyota is expanding with a retro-styled Land Cruiser FJ; Hyundai previewed a Boulder-based body-on-frame platform for a future pickup; GM is weighing a rugged GMC Jimmy (with a possible Chevy sibling); Nissan/Infiniti plan multiple body-on-frame models, including a new Xterra and a Pathfinder update; Mitsubishi is reviving Pajero/Montero on a body-on-frame basis. Timelines vary, with some models overseas or not confirmed for the U.S., and launches expected from the late 2020s into the 2030s.

via SlashGear|
#automakers#body-on-frame#business
Chevy Silverado 2027: Fresh Looks, Bigger V8s, and High-Tech Interior
automotive3 months ago

Chevy Silverado 2027: Fresh Looks, Bigger V8s, and High-Tech Interior

Chevrolet’s 2027 Silverado debuts a refreshed design with new gen 5.7L and 6.6L small-block V8s, plus an expanded 3.0L Duramax diesel option and continued 2.7L turbo with a 10-speed. Inside, a high-tech overhaul brings a 16.3-inch center screen, a 12.2-inch digital gauge cluster, and an 11.5-inch passenger screen on High Country/ZR2, along with a Multi-Flex center console. Off-road variants Trail Boss and ZR2 return, with the ZR2 Bison Edition adding carbon-fiber accents. The lineup grows to seven trims (Work Truck, Custom, Custom Trail Boss, Trail Boss, ZR2, High Country), but GM has not yet released horsepower, torque, pricing, or availability. Built in North America.

via The Drive|
#automotive#chevrolet#interior-tech
Jeep Restores Trailhawk and Overland 4x4 Variants for 2027 Grand Cherokee
business3 months ago

Jeep Restores Trailhawk and Overland 4x4 Variants for 2027 Grand Cherokee

Jeep will bring back the Grand Cherokee Overland and Trailhawk 4x4 variants for the 2027 model year. The base Grand Cherokee and Grand Cherokee L will continue with the Pentastar V6 on lower trims, while higher trims switch to the 2.0L Hurricane-4. Overland adds a two-speed transfer case, air suspension with a high-clearance mode, hill descent control and semi-active dampers; Trailhawk adds a rear electronic limited-slip diff, chunkier tires, a TrailCam with rear washer, and six skid plates. Production returns this fall, with pricing to be announced.

via The Drive|
#business#grand-cherokee#jeep
Rivian R2 Brings Practical Performance to the Mass Market
technology4 months ago

Rivian R2 Brings Practical Performance to the Mass Market

Rivian’s 2027 R2 targets mass-market appeal with a two-row midsize EV SUV priced under $60k for the Launch Edition, offering a lighter, more refined ride, improved steering and suspension, and a cost-conscious 400V architecture with a NACS port. It pairs up to 345 miles of range in the long-range single-motor variant (330 miles in the dual-motor Launch Edition, 656 hp, 609 lb-ft), a 4,998-pound curb weight, and 11 kW bidirectional charging. The vehicle uses a software-defined, AI-driven interior (Halo dials, 200 TOPS compute) and OTA updates, plus a high-powered infotainment system and 65 MP cameras. Off-road capability is solid but not R1-level; Rivian emphasizes daily practicality and a competitive price against the Model Y, with sustainability features (about 25% recycled/biological materials) and future generations expected to inherit tech from the R2.

via Ars Technica|
#charging#ev#off-road
Ford's Bronco Filson blends luxury, rugged workwear, and Braptor power in a premium off-roader
technology4 months ago

Ford's Bronco Filson blends luxury, rugged workwear, and Braptor power in a premium off-roader

Ford teams with Filson to launch the 2027 Bronco Filson, a luxury off-road flagship that merges Filson-inspired interior and cargo bags with Ford’s rugged engineering, including a tuned twin-turbo 3.0L EcoBoost (Braptor) delivering about 418 hp and 440 lb-ft, enhanced wind/noise reduction, ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, a Bang & Olufsen audio system, 5G/Wi‑Fi, a 12-inch touchscreen, 360-degree camera, and standard Sasquatch package with 35-inch tires and GOAT modes. It features distinctive exterior details and removable roof, with a First Edition in Iron Sands Copper Metallic; pricing isn’t announced and deliveries arrive early next year while orders open this fall.

via Jalopnik|
#braptor#bronco-filson#filson
Kawasaki Reveals 327cc Two-Stroke Duo for 2027
automotive4 months ago

Kawasaki Reveals 327cc Two-Stroke Duo for 2027

Kawasaki unveils the all-new KX327 and KX327X—327cc fuel-injected two-stroke motorcycles built on a KX450F chassis with an aluminum perimeter frame and premium suspension, marking the brand’s first new over-250cc two-stroke in more than 20 years; the release also highlights 2027 updates to the KX450F/450X and KX250F/250FX with stronger power, revised frames and electronics and expanded Rideology app connectivity.

via Racer X|
#automotive#kawasaki#kx327