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2010 Overland Expo Announcement!

Posted in Event, News on August 31st, 2009 by charlie

There’s been an announcement regarding the 2010 Overland Expo. Check out the press release we received here.

Don’t forget to view the Overland Expo website and follow OverlandExpo on Twitter for all the latest news.

- Chuck

Toyota teases the 2010 4Runner

Posted in News, Vehicles on August 27th, 2009 by charlie

Toyota has released a new teaser image in anticipation of the 2010 4Runner’s debut. Toyota will be unveiling the 5th-gen 4Runner on September 24th at the Texas State Fair.

It’s hard to get a good feel for the vehicle but the tires and ground clearance are very enticing.

Here are the images:

And here’s a link back to the original article.

- Chuck

Autoblog reviews the SVT Raptor

Posted in General on August 24th, 2009 by charlie

Autoblog has posted their hands-on review of the new 2010 Ford F-150 SVT Raptor. It’s a glowing review with only a handful of negatives. It looks like a fantastic desert truck.

- Chuck

Scott Brady featured on Mobil 1 The Grid

Posted in General, Travel on August 18th, 2009 by charlie

Intrepid adventure driver Scott Brady has been featured in another episode of Mobil 1 The Grid, which airs on the Speed Channel. This segment continues his Central American adventure. The focus shifts from the jungle to volcanoes, beaches, and ultimately the literal “end of the road” in Yaviza, Panama. Enjoy!

The video can be viewed here.

- Chuck