Mercedes-AMG G 63 – the last of the Dinosaurs embraces evolution

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Even though the G has kept its Jurassic good looks, its capabilities have evolved from simply navigating instinctively through mud and scree to running surprisingly quickly on the flat and level, dodging hindrances, and abiding by the modern laws of the urban jungle. Since its debut in 1979, the G has soldiered on through inhospitable […]

LAND ROVER: ADVENTURE-READY DEFENDER WORKS V8 TROPHY

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Land Rover Classic is continuing the formidable expedition legacy of the original Defender with a limited production run of adventure-ready Defender Works V8 Trophy vehicles for an exclusive competition at Eastnor Castle in 2021.

TORSUS Praetorian – The Ultimate Overlander?

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In the first instalment of our visit to TORSUS in the Czech Republic, I discussed the Terrastorm—a 5.5 ton van capable of venturing off pavement and currently making a name for itself amongst first responders and recreational vehicle owners. This second instalment is dedicated to Terrastorm’s heavyweight sibling: Praetorian, “the world’s first heavy-duty off-road bus”. […]

Are TORSUS Vans and Buses 
an Alternative for Overlanding?

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When considering different vehicle types for overlanding, 4×4 vans do not fair as well in extreme terrain compared to their smaller counterparts such as Land Rovers, Toyotas and Jeeps. Overall length, rear overhang, wheelbase, ground clearance, height, width, turning circle, and breakover angle immediately spring to mind on the downside. On the upside however, substantial […]