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On this episode of The Underpowered Hour, hosts Stephen Beres and Ike Goss are joined by Team 155’s Liza and Jenna to preview the Rebelle Rally starting next week, including their launch from Lake Las Vegas/Las Vegas Motor Speedway, new Utah trails, and a finish in the Glamis dunes, plus how to follow live scoring and daily recap shows. They discuss UK news including Range Rover Sport recalls (one vehicle for a bad PCM and about 900 for subframe cracks) and the Jaecoo 7 “Temu Range Rover” lookalike topping UK September sales. Liza and Jenna detail their Serac Auto Works-built 2022 Defender 90 rally setup—coil conversion with Öhlins shocks, winch bumper, external rack/roll cage, underbody protection, cargo organization, roof boxes, water storage, and their dialed-in gear—then share ways to support Team 155 via a prize drawing benefiting future events.

00:00 Show Kickoff

00:36 Hosts Introductions

01:38 Range Rover Recall Talk

03:47 Temu Range Rover Clone

07:39 Rebelle Rally Preview

09:33 Start Line and Teams

11:30 Rally Jinx and Repairs

13:24 Serac Defender Build

16:38 Mods and Interior Setup

18:14 Odor Fixes And Tacos

18:43 Rear Rack Gear Loadout

20:04 Roof Boxes And TerraTrip

22:19 Camping Kit Dialed In

24:34 Route Plans And Weather

28:07 Live Tracking And Coverage

33:18 Support Team 155 Raffle

36:51 Wrap Up And Credits

Stephen Beres and Ike Goss recap Destination Defender in Temecula, including extreme heat, ride-alongs, e-bikes, gourmet food trucks, a Defender museum display, and the on-site PRS Guitars collaboration featuring Defender-themed Silver Sky guitars inspired by John Mayer’s 1997 Defender 90, with limited classic-color runs and standard modern-color versions. They then re-air Jenna and Liza’s live panel as Team Overlander, explaining the women-only Rebelle Rally’s map-and-compass format, checkpoint strategy, and camp life, and walking through five consecutive years running different Defenders: a classic NAS 90, two JLR-provided Defender 130s, and a modified Saric 90, plus preparation practices like carrying two spares and key parts. They preview the upcoming October Rebelle coverage and share plans to build a 1972 two-door Range Rover for NORRA Baja 1000 and a 2028 Dakar Classic goal.

00:00 Show Intro

00:36 Meet The Hosts

01:19 Destination Defender Recap

02:38 Event Highlights And Heat

04:01 Defender Museum And Friends

05:20 PRS Defender Guitars

09:15 Collab Ideas And Jokes

12:59 Should You Buy One

14:20 Jenna And Liza Panel Setup

16:22 Cue The Live Recording

16:44 Rebelle Rally Basics

18:22 Desert Routes And Basecamp Life

20:56 Map Compass Strategy

23:31 Checkpoint Types And Mindset

25:39 Year One Classic D90

28:09 JLR Defender 130 Breakthrough

31:21 Silt Year And Lessons

33:14 Sarek 90 Redemption Run

37:11 Year Five Build And Car Tour

38:11 Packing Spares And Tire Survival

43:18 Friendship And Whats Next

45:39 Podcast Wrap And Credits

Steve Beres and Ike Goss discuss a pickup-truck-heavy news week, including reports that Land Rover may pursue a U.S.-market pickup despite earlier claims the monocoque Defender platform couldn’t support one, potentially via partnering with a manufacturer with U.S. production. They review a UK Ministry of Defense light mobility vehicle competition to replace the aging Defender Wolf fleet, highlighting Land Rover’s new Defender-based military variants (including a tray-back pickup and tube-buggy-style patrol vehicle) alongside entries from INEOS, Toyota/Babcock, Ford/General Dynamics (including a 6x6 Ranger Super Duty), Mercedes/Rheinmetall, GM/Team Lionstrike, and others, plus observations about serviceability, interiors, and surprisingly street-oriented tires. They also cover a Freelander hybrid altitude Guinness record, Kim Basinger’s 1997 NAS Defender auction, a Ted Lasso Series IIA cameo, and tease next week’s Destination Defender Rebelle presentation.00:00 Show Intro and Hosts01:09 Defender Pickup Rumors02:36 US Tariffs and Partnerships04:40 Military RFP Reveals Pickup05:56 Competitors INEOS and Toyota08:08 Ford Ranger Super Duty09:55 Defender Trayback Design Talk11:36 Other Entries Mercedes and GM14:17 Tires and US Military Contrast14:58 AM General and Oshkosh Updates16:07 Final Contender Tease16:17 Hybrid Tube Buggy17:57 NATO Contract Stakes18:44 Military Tech Serviceability21:03 Freelander Altitude Record22:41 Celebrity Defender Auction26:27 Ted Lasso Land Rover28:19 Destination Defender Recap29:58 Wrap Up Credits

The hosts discuss a UK climate expert planning to drive an electrified Series I Land Rover around the world to raise climate-change awareness, noting the practical challenges of charging and the likelihood of mechanical failures despite the EV conversion. They then cover Land Rover’s improved showing in J.D. Power’s U.S. quality survey, moving to the middle of the pack, and debate what the results say about reliability versus owner expectations. Next, they talk about Land Rover using AI in vehicle testing to “listen” for fault-related sounds and analyze large testing datasets to catch problems earlier. The episode also updates the UK military’s upcoming Defender replacement trials, including multiple Land Rover variants (general service, ambulance, tactical transport, and utility modification) and comparisons with other bidders. Finally, they preview Destination Defender in Temecula, including a Defender museum and a panel with Rebelle Rally drivers Jenna and Liza, plus planned video coverage and a walkaround of the new Rebelle Defender 90.

00:00 Wind Noise Banter

01:03 Electric Land Rover World Tour

04:51 Land Rover Reliability Rebound

07:56 AI Quality Control Listening

12:23 Telemechanics and AI Doom

13:06 Wolf 2 Military Defender Variants

20:10 Destination Defender Preview

23:26 Museum Highlights and Rebelle Panel

26:16 Wrap Up and Next Episode

Steve Beres and Ike Goss discuss JLR launching a £154,000 Range Rover and then cutting 4,500 jobs, which JLR attributes to tariffs and falling sales, and note UK officials plan to meet with new CEO PJ Balaji. They cover signs JLR may revive a military-style “Defender Wolf Series 2,” potentially to compete against vehicles like a Toyota Hilux-based platform and the Ineos Grenadier. Ike recaps the All British Field Meet in Portland, where Land Rover was absent as an exhibitor but Ineos Grenadier was a featured sponsor, and highlights the strong turnout of Range Rover Classics and Series trucks, including Steve driving his 1957 109 pickup. They review a Bring a Trailer LS3-swapped, six-speed 1976 Series III build that failed to sell near $100,000, and close with updates on a re-emerged Forest Rover and progress on another Forest Rover restoration.

00:00 Show Intro and Hosts

01:18 JLR Job Cuts and Tariffs

03:36 Defender Wolf Rumors

07:02 Wolf vs Modern Rivals

07:45 All British Field Meet Recap

11:24 Ike’s Yellow 109 Road Trip

12:13 Ant Colony in the Rover

13:29 Goat Man Land Rovers

14:26 LS3 Series III Build

17:38 Ugly Details Breakdown

21:14 Forest Rover Update

23:02 Forest Rover Engineering

25:41 Wrap Up Credits

Steve Beres and Ike Goss return to The Underpowered Hour after travel and discuss preparing for Destination Defender in Temecula, including expected heavy rain. They cover news that the all-new electric Defender has been delayed again, now to 2030, as JLR focuses on electric Range Rover models. They also discuss a major Range Rover steering knuckle recall that is being “recalled” because prior repairs may have used incorrect parts and the new fix is still pending. The hosts review the sale of Daniel Craig and Rachel Weisz’s Series II pickup, noting its restoration details and features, and that it sold for $56,000. They mention Gerry McGovern’s departure from JLR, a Discovery 2’s plot role in the film "Bodies Bodies Bodies," and Jenna assembling two two-door Range Rovers into one for racing.

00:00 Show Cold Open

00:36 Hosts Intro and Updates

01:19 Destination Defender Weather Talk

02:09 Electric Defender Delayed

03:42 Recall of a Recall

05:41 Old School Rover Reliability

06:36 Daniel Craig S2 Pickup Sale

10:25 McGovern Exit and Design Future

13:35 Weekend Dad Jokes

13:51 Jerry OnlyFans Bit

14:27 Discovery in Bodies

16:45 Two Range Rovers One

19:22 Flight Delay Stories

21:50 Gore Verbinski Picks

23:02 Joe Rodan Experience

23:42 Destination Defender Plans

24:45 Show Credits Outro

Steve and Ike discuss King Charles’ Defender selling at auction for about £67,000 (well above the ~£40,000 estimate) and then dig into uncertainty around proposed 25% tariffs on foreign-made vehicles and parts slated for April 2nd, including questions about how they’d affect imports already on the water, used/antique parts, and compounding with existing taxes like the chicken tax; they note market reactions such as GM and Tata Motors share drops. Ike also recounts receiving a packed 20-foot container from Australia containing multiple Land Rovers and parts, including a Series I factory welder project and two Series I 80-inch restorations. They briefly mention a Land Rover credit-fraud scheme ending in a three-year sentence and preview a short episode with more guests and event recaps next week.

Steve Beres and Ike Goss discuss Jaguar Land Rover’s Q1 results, including a £109M profit before tax (2.8% EBITDA) that’s down 68.9% year-over-year and a free cash flow balance of -£998M, speculating it reflects heavy spending on new models and facilities and inviting an accountant to explain it. They cover the Freelander 8 presale delay due to Typhoon Dolphin, pricing around $50,000 with a $68,000 limited launch edition, and its unusual featured details. The hosts recap Monterey Car Week news: Sotheby’s sold a 2007 SV Ultra and a 1993 Range Rover Classic for about $967K, plus notes about export and California sales restrictions, and they mention the $248K Range Rover SV Pearl Lustre benefiting the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. They also touch on the Dakar Defender Octa edition, an Octa used as a land-speed-record push vehicle, attend Mogfest in Oregon, and share workshop updates including transporting vehicles, clutch work, and Ike acquiring a 1965 Series IIA 109 pickup with a rear PTO.

00:00 Show Introductions

01:18 JLR Q1 Profits and Cash

02:23 Negative Cash Flow Explained

04:08 Freelander 8 Typhoon Delay

05:24 Launch Edition Oddities

08:02 Monterey Car Week Buzz

08:12 Auction Range Rovers Drama

10:24 SV Pearl Lustre Edition

12:22 Dakar Defender Octa Reveal

14:06 Color Scheme Hot Takes

16:06 Octa Tuning and Push Car

17:40 Land Rovers and Speed Records

18:47 Bluebird Support 109s

19:42 Mogfest Off Road Meetup

22:02 Unimog Reunion Story

23:29 Tiny Unimog Driving Impressions

25:05 Haflinger Love and Nesting

26:16 Shop Logistics and Repairs

27:55 New Series IIA Pickup Arrival

30:38 PTO Ice Cream and Blender Ideas

32:05 Wrap Up and Announcements

33:17 Credits and Support

Steve Beres and Ike Goss discuss the presale launch of Chery’s new Freelander 8 and why Chinese vehicles face bans in places like the United States while gaining ground in the UK, including ownership-related legislation that impacted Polestar. They react to the Freelander’s “L-A-D-Y” passenger-seat acronym, joke about future models, and note rising JLR China profits as old Evoque stock clears and a former plant becomes a “Freelander Super Factory.” The conversation shifts to the new Range Rover GT—low roofline, minimal ground clearance, and built on JLR’s new electromodal architecture—plus Range Rover removing pricing limits for bespoke builds after a reported $550,000 example. They also cover a 50 million PR budget, a BYD/“Ti7” Defender-like SUV copy headed to Europe, workshop prep for NORRA Baja support vehicles, race-car parts arriving, and motorcycle trip plans.

00:00 Show Intro and Hosts

01:23 Freelander 8 Presale Buzz

02:12 Chinese Car Bans and Ownership

04:01 The LADY Seat Controversy

05:13 Wheelander and Jimny Jokes

06:44 China Stock Clearance and Super Factory

08:28 Range Rover Model Explosion

09:21 Range Rover GT Road Rover

11:51 No Price Limit Special Editions

14:39 Sauna Load Space Wishlist

15:46 Ridiculous Options and Steel Wheels

16:11 Farm Gear Mods

16:26 Forbidden Luxury Interiors

17:28 Wild Range Rover Features

18:21 Just Make It Reliable

19:37 JLR Bad Publicity Budget

21:47 BYD Defender Clone

26:07 Workshop Support Truck Plans

27:39 Race Car Build Update

28:45 New GS Motorcycle Talk

30:24 Chicken Alaska And Denny's

31:31 Closing Trail Signoff

Steve Beres and Ike Goss are joined by Linus and special guest Alex Massy to cover Land Rover news and recap the Land Rover National Rally in Ouray, Colorado. They discuss JLR cutting 300 jobs and a UK leadership shuffle after a cyberattack, the end of the Discovery Sport, and a Monterey Car Week auction of a one-of-one matched pair: a restored 1993 Range Rover Classic and a 2027 Range Rover SV Ultra, estimated at $750,000–$950,000. The group recounts driving from Oregon, tire and emissions issues with modern tow vehicles, high-altitude trail runs up to 13,000 feet, the beauty of Ouray and nearby mining towns, and monsoon rains that caused mudslides, closed trails, and led many attendees to leave early. They highlight event amenities, presentations, and a Camel Trophy film night.

00:00 Show Intro And Hosts

01:18 Guests And Rally Tease

02:00 JLR Job Cuts Talk

03:44 Discovery Sport Cancelled

05:57 Monterey Range Rover Pair

08:16 Auction Price Guessing

12:36 Rally Trip Begins

15:53 Road Trip Mishaps

17:52 Trails And Elevation

18:19 Carb Trouble at Altitude

19:02 Ouray Views and Town

19:35 Rally Car Mix Shifts

21:48 Monsoon Mudslides

23:25 Camping and Trail Logistics

24:49 Alex Highlights Mining Ruins

27:09 Shoutouts and Trophy Defender

29:53 Vendors Classes and Camp Movie

33:04 Destination Defender Roast

34:59 Wrap Up and Credits

Steve Beres and Liza Beres open the episode discussing missing the Land Rover National Rally and a rough Freelander listing, then cover JLR news including the new all-EV Range Rover GT (with hybrid capability later) and continued touring of the Range Rover Electric/Sport Electric with large no-money-down “preorders.” They discuss the Chery-collaboration Freelander 8 ahead of its international rollout, noting its range-extender setup, short EV-only range, off-road hardware, six-seat layout, and controversial “L.A.D.Y.” passenger seat branding and fragrances. They review 2027 Defender updates and pricing, including the Octa’s horsepower drop, engine lineup changes, new seating and accessories, and a self-healing wrap, plus JLR’s renewable-material tire initiative and a 2027 Range Rover option for real buttons. They note designer Giorgetto Giugiaro’s rollover in a Defender 110 with no major injury, then enter “Recall Corner” for Discovery rear-camera flooding and a large Ford Bronco recall, and close with a Matchbox movie trailer featuring a Defender 6x6 pickup.

00:00 Show Intro and Hosts

01:17 Missing the Rally

02:01 Freelander for Sale

02:48 Range Rover GT Reveal

06:16 EV Preorders and Tour

07:24 Freelander 8 Roadshow

09:10 Lady Seat Controversy

12:15 2027 Defender Changes

14:33 Detuning and Tuning Talk

15:22 Defender New Options

16:14 Self Healing Wrap Talk

16:32 Rice Husk Tires

17:26 Buttons Return Range Rover

19:03 Giugiaro Rollover Story

21:00 Recall Corner JLR

21:46 Bronco Recall Comparison

23:23 Defender Forums No Fix

24:15 Land Rovers In Movies

24:34 Matchbox Movie Trailer

27:07 John Cena Movie Debate

29:03 Wrap Up And Credits

Steve Beres and Ike Goss recap Goodwood news, including JLR’s fully electric Range Rover with an estimated 300-mile EPA range, a $130,000 starting price, and confirmation of a Range Rover Sport EV, plus a new single JLR app replacing multiple remote apps. They discuss JLR halting China-market vehicle production at its Chengshu plant as it shifts to building the Freelander under a Chery joint venture while continuing exports to China. The pair then tour notable Bring a Trailer listings, including a refurbished, bright orange Turkish Autocar-built Defender 110 with a carbureted 3.5 V8 and a heavily dented front differential, and a rare NAS Defender-style yellow camping trailer with a fold-out tent and period-correct details. They also preview attending the upcoming National Rally.

Steve Beres and Ike Goss open with Steve’s trip to Eugene/Springfield and an update on his rough-but-charming 1998 Defender high-capacity pickup, which needs multiple repairs but may become a support vehicle rather than a full restoration. In the news, they react to Range Rover’s “British Summertime Collection” of lifestyle goods like blankets, purses, tea sets, and parasols featuring the new stacked-R logo, joking that the brand has become a purse company. They also discuss JLR’s color-shifting “Spectral Green” Works V8 Defenders with white interiors and roll cages, compare the look to the Joker, and mention recent Wall Street Journal coverage of vintage Defender demand. The episode closes with spy-shot talk of a new Velar that looks more sedan-like and plans to attend the Ouray, Colorado national rally (July 26–30), including a possible live show.

00:00 Welcome and Introductions

01:21 Steve Arrives in Oregon

02:26 Croatian Farm Truck Check

04:05 Plans for the High Cap

04:58 Range Rover Summer Merch

08:56 Color Shifting Works V8

12:43 Wall Street Journal Hype

16:22 JLR Trends and EV Pivots

19:15 New Velar Spy Shots

24:45 MaxTrax Wellness and Rally

26:30 Ouray Event Wrap Up

Steve Beres and Ike Goss discuss Steve traveling to Vancouver, Canada to pick up a Land Rover pickup and bring it into the U.S., deciding to pay the chicken tax and debating whether to tow it due to worn tires. They cover reports of JLR profits dropping sharply and sales down 15%, talk about JLR’s U.S.-market strategy including a potential partnership with Stellantis and building Land Rovers in the U.S. to avoid tariffs, and mention the upcoming all-electric Range Rover reveal at Goodwood with a 77,000-person waitlist. They also touch on an airbag recall tied to corrosion and a stop-sale, share that cast member Linus Tremaine was hit by an uninsured drunk driver while driving a late-1920s Lincoln (he’s okay), update on a decal-covered 1958 Series II 109 pickup restoration, and preview the Ouray National Rally with a planned live show and guests.

Steve Beres and guest co-host Liza cover a week of JLR-heavy news while Ike Goss and Jenna attend Overland Expo. They discuss New York Times reporting on the major JLR cyberattack, including claims of Russian involvement, a simultaneous breach by a Jordanian hacker, Microsoft’s role in reporting the incident, and the estimated $2.5B impact on the UK economy. The episode also reviews a new JLR stop-sale recall affecting about 250,000 SUVs for driver airbag issues, alongside other recent recalls and a 23% sales downturn. They react to plans to price upcoming JLR EVs higher than gas models, highlight the new China-market Freelander with Chery, and note CEO changes at JLR North America as Leonard Hoenek replaces Joe Eberhardt, who stays on as a consultant tied to a controversial Stellantis Defender project. The show debuts “Insta-Rovers,” rating extreme Defender builds and questioning which are real versus AI.

Steve Beres and Ike Goss (joined by Jenna) welcome off-road racer and stunt performer Sara Price, a Land Rover Defender Dakar team member and second-place finisher, to discuss her path from starting motocross at age eight to turning pro at 16, entering the stunt industry in LA, and transitioning into side-by-sides, trophy trucks, a 2019 Baja Championship win, and driving the full Baja 1000 solo for 19.5 hours. Price explains how she self-funded her first Dakar via the Road to Dakar, how Dakar teams and vehicles differ from U.S. racing, and how she joined Land Rover after a Facebook message. She shares key Dakar moments including winning the prologue, early suspension damage, a dangerous dune incident, and the Defender’s performance and support, plus post-Dakar races in Portugal and Argentina and her E1 electric hydrofoil boat racing.

Steve Beres and Ike Goss catch up on a busy week of Land Rover projects and travel plans, including Steve’s upcoming trip to Canada to retrieve a green early-’90s Defender 300 TDI high-capacity pickup that’s been stored with family in Vancouver/Canmore, with plans to convert it into a Camel Trophy–style support truck for the NORRA rally and address pickup duty by adding seats. They riff on Canadian stereotypes and discuss the Calgary Stampede, including rodeo events and chuckwagon racing. Ike shares Pangolin4x4 shop updates: a newly purchased Series II 109 pickup after a five-year delayed acceptance, progress fabricating one-off window hardware for a coachbuilt “Woody” wagon, reverting an off-road-built short-wheelbase pickup back to stock-ish spec, building a marine blue 109 wagon, and planning an 86-inch restomod with a fuel-injected 2.8L four-cylinder. They also preview the national rally in Ouray, a 1927 Harley-Davidson pickup in Fort Collins, and a potential Series 1 Whipsaw Trail trip, plus tease upcoming guests Jeff Aronson and possibly Sarah Price.

On this episode of The Underpowered Hour, Steve Beres and Ike Goss cover Land Rover and 4x4 news, including Ford’s Filson Edition “fancy” Bronco aimed at the Defender market and rumors of a JLR–Stellantis co-development deal to build vehicles in the U.S. to avoid tariffs, noting prior Jeep–Land Rover prototype history. They discuss rare Land Rover amphibians like the APGP and the Mark II Amphibian mock-up, then react to a California Highway Patrol pursuit that ended with a 2018 Land Rover submerged in Lake Isabella and the driver killed. They touch on uncertainty around Gerry McGovern’s status and spy shots of a lightly camouflaged 2027 Defender facelift. They also talk about Jason Momoa’s On the Roam featuring Electrogenic electric conversions of classic Land Rovers and mention the film We Bury the Dead, where Daisy Ridley drives a Perentie in Tasmania.

Steve Beres and Liza Beres cover news while Ike Goss and Jenna Fribley are away interviewing Tread Lightly. They discuss Land Rover’s Sedona Edition red Defender 90 and the practicality challenges of owning a 90 with a kid and dog, plus updates on the Defender Rally team competing in Argentina’s FIA-certified Desafío Ruta 40 where all three Defenders finished and Sarah Price races as part of an all-women’s team. They also highlight new Mini GT Camel Trophy Land Rover miniatures, including a Sikorsky helicopter display and a Tierra del Fuego 110 with a raft accessory. In the featured interview, Jenna speaks with Tread Lightly executive director James Boyd about the nonprofit’s origins, the TREAD principles, education and trail-maintenance work to prevent closures, funding via grants, membership and partnerships, and the new “Protect What Moves You” campaign and BRP-supported training incentives.

Steve Beres and Ike Goss open the Underpowered Hour with Land Rover news, including a UK pastor caught using a cellphone while driving who avoids disqualification by arguing his congregation would suffer without him, and JLR’s CEO signaling renewed investment in the struggling Discovery—alongside discussion of Discovery’s dog-focused “Pet Pack” accessories. They’re then joined by Rebelle Rally team sponsors Aaron and Jasper of ModPro AI, who share their automotive backgrounds and the origin of their app after spending heavily to modestly increase power on a Subaru WRX. They explain ModPro AI’s enthusiast community, digital garage, social features, and AI advisor that aggregates data and provides recommendations with a confidence meter, plus upcoming agentic AI improvements and plans for business profiles and groups. The guests recount touring Jay Leno’s collection, seeing a Pantera, and witnessing delivery of a Leopard tank.

Steve Beres and Ike Goss kick off the Underpowered Hour by reacting to a Range Rover SV Ultra (and “Ultra Mega”) promo highlighting a 21-speaker electrostatic sound system, haptic “sensory floor,” and wellness modes that spark jokes about cost, recalls, and a 4D in-car experience. They then discuss conflicting Jaguar Land Rover financial headlines, including profits reportedly down 99% due to warranty costs tied to a 170,000-vehicle recall, cyber attacks, Middle East war impacts, and tariffs, though the loss “beat expectations.” Next, they cover the UK Ministry of Defense seeking a classic Defender replacement, with potential bids from Land Rover, the Ineos Grenadier, and other manufacturers, plus rumors of a smaller Ineos EV partnership tied to Chery and the name “Fusilier.” Ike recaps attending Oregon’s Rover Rendezvous in a 1957 Series I 107 station wagon, including minor repairs and a failed voltage regulator, and they close with upcoming guests and Steve’s excitement about a Dutch Bros opening in Valencia.

00:00 Show Intro and Hosts

01:20 SV Ultra Mega Tease

02:59 Electrostatic Audio Demo

05:22 Wellness Modes Mockups

07:50 4D Haptics and Price Jokes

09:12 JLR Profits and Recalls

11:04 MOD Defender Replacement Race

13:28 Military Needs vs New Defender

14:32 Who Will Build It

15:07 Tiny Grenadier Rumors

16:18 Chery Partnership Speculation

17:08 Fusilier Name Reveal

18:12 Tranquility Mode Banter

18:47 Oregon Rover Rendezvous

19:55 107 Wagon Road Trip Fixes

20:59 Event Trucks and Activities

21:53 Anarch 80th Planning

22:47 JB Weld Head Gasket Saga

24:14 Bad Repairs Philosophy

25:29 Next Week and Dutch Bros

27:03 Signing Off

Steve Beres hosts The Underpowered Hour with Ike Goss, joined by Linus Tremaine and Jenna Fribley (with Liza Beres present), covering news and an event recap. They discuss Warn’s updated 8274 winch now rated to 10,000 lbs, joking about special editions and waterproof claims, and mention a restored 1967 Fiat Ferves Ranger listed for $48,000. The main story is Pangolin 4x4’s nine-day drive to the Mendo Recce gathering at Salmon Creek Ranch in Bodega Bay, including visits with Land Rover enthusiasts Terry Ann Wakeman and Tom Charters. At the event, their Series 1 “Cow” loses power and is found to have a head gasket blown between cylinders three and four; with help from friends, they attempt a field repair using fine copper wire and JB Weld, successfully get it running, and immediately test it on the trails while reacting to viral comments on Jenna’s video and hoping to get MacGyver’s Richard Dean Anderson to see it.

00:00 Show intro and crew

01:29 Warn  8274 gets beefier

04:30 Waterproofing and service debate

06:10 Fiat Ferves Ranger listing

08:21 Heading to Mendo Recce

09:18 Visiting Terry Ann Wakeman

13:03 Tom Charters stop and Highway 1

17:52 Arriving at Salmon Creek Ranch

19:43 Trail prep and tire chains

21:26 80-inch loses power

24:12 Field diagnosis head gasket

26:14 Camp Breakdown Drama

26:41 Diagnosing Blown Gasket

28:47 Copper Wire Bodge Plan

31:45 JB Weld Overnight Cure

33:43 Morning Start And Misfire

36:48 Trail Test And Recovery

38:48 Jeremy Stories And Turkey

40:07 Viral Reel And Merch Ideas

43:54 Mean Comments Readback

48:12 MacGyver Reaction Quest

50:26 Wrap Up And Next Time

Steve Beres hosts The Underpowered Hour with Ike Goss, joined by Linus Tremaine and Jenna Fribley (with Liza Beres present), covering news and an event recap. They discuss Warn’s updated 8274 winch now rated to 10,000 lbs, joking about special editions and waterproof claims, and mention a restored 1967 Fiat Ferves Ranger listed for $48,000. The main story is Pangolin 4x4’s nine-day drive to the Mendo Recce gathering at Salmon Creek Ranch in Bodega Bay, including visits with Land Rover enthusiasts Terry Ann Wakeman and Tom Charters. At the event, their Series 1 “Cow” loses power and is found to have a head gasket blown between cylinders three and four; with help from friends, they attempt a field repair using fine copper wire and JB Weld, successfully get it running, and immediately test it on the trails while reacting to viral comments on Jenna’s video and hoping to get MacGyver’s Richard Dean Anderson to see it.

00:00 Show intro and crew

01:29 Warn  8274 gets beefier

04:30 Waterproofing and service debate

06:10 Fiat Ferves Ranger listing

08:21 Heading to Mendo Recce

09:18 Visiting Terry Ann Wakeman

13:03 Tom Charters stop and Highway 1

17:52 Arriving at Salmon Creek Ranch

19:43 Trail prep and tire chains

21:26 80-inch loses power

24:12 Field diagnosis head gasket

26:14 Camp Breakdown Drama

26:41 Diagnosing Blown Gasket

28:47 Copper Wire Bodge Plan

31:45 JB Weld Overnight Cure

33:43 Morning Start And Misfire

36:48 Trail Test And Recovery

38:48 Jeremy Stories And Turkey

40:07 Viral Reel And Merch Ideas

43:54 Mean Comments Readback

48:12 MacGyver Reaction Quest

50:26 Wrap Up And Next Time

Steve Beres and Ike Goss welcome listeners to The Underpowered Hour, share two major Jaguar Land Rover safety recalls (a widespread DC-to-DC converter issue that can cut drivetrain power and affect brakes/lights, and a 2026 Defender fuel-tank defect that could leak or cause fire), then interview Defender Trophy trials finalist Nathaniel Biggs alongside Jenna Fribley about the North American Defender Trophy event near Stave Lake, British Columbia. Nathan describes team-based challenges including knot-tying and tripod skills, a high-lift jack winch task, interviews, a ropes course, a large-group “pencil” coordination game, compass navigation to collect codes, a run carrying a rotopax, night driving, and a group recovery using people power. Day two included vehicle-focused tasks like a wood-pyramid pull, a low bridge build, an off-road course with hole-punch targets, a mudflats trials-style navigation drive, and a tire-retrieval/change challenge. They discuss unclear scoring, strong camaraderie, and Nathan advancing to a New York stage announcement for who goes to Africa, before closing with Destination Defender info and teasing “Headgasket Gate.”

Steve Beres and Ike Goss discuss a Range Rover presence at Milan Design Week celebrating Range Rover Bespoke through a three-chapter installation—“memory and color,” “memory and motif,” and “memory and material”—including films, illustrations, embroidery, soundscape, and a one-off Range Rover Bespoke commission called the “Pearl of Tay,” inspired by the River Tay in Scotland, along with furniture partner pieces. Joined by Jenna Fribley and Liza Beres, they shift to updates on a shop project: building a 1972 two-door Range Rover for desert racing. They postpone an all-female, all-American Dakar plan and pivot to running the NORRA Baja 1000 in late April/early May 2027, citing easier domestic logistics and a more open, party-like event with classic-vehicle classes. They cover rule-book-driven build decisions (carburetion requirements, roll-cage compliance across rule sets, wheel-size exemptions), current roll-cage fabrication progress, plans for a YouTube build series, and challenges keeping the original dash while fitting safety bars, and they ask viewers with NORRA experience to help with logistics and accommodations. They also note plans to run the Rebelle in the fall.

Steve Beres and Ike Goss open with news from the UK about a military Defender towing a trailer that swerves to avoid a car on the motorway, flips multiple times, scatters gear across the road, and injures two soldiers. They then check in live from the SCAR event in Texas with Tom Pickford and the Pollyanna crew, who completed a 2,850-mile trip across the southern United States with their main issue being a snapped fan belt at the Louisiana border; they discuss public reactions, route highlights including Mobile, New Orleans, Cajun country, and Galveston, and the Barbara Toy tribute run and its impact. The episode closes with a Bring a Trailer feature on a refurbished 1994 Defender 90 300Tdi loaded with accessories, heavy rope, and diamond plate, bidding around $12,000.

Steve hosts without Ike  at first and checks in with Tom Pickford, Greg Fitzgerald, Bill Cooper, and Laura Stacey as they drive Pollyanna—Barbara Toy’s famed Series I Land Rover—across the southern U.S. toward the Texas Rover Club’s SCAR event honoring Toy. They discuss how the trip came together after Jaguar Land Rover brought Pollyanna to Pebble Beach, the convoy support vehicles, early mechanical quirks from year-old fuel, recreating Toy’s Jacksonville Beach moment with the mayor, and efforts to preserve and expand Toy’s legacy through barbara-toy.com, surviving letters, and the book The Free Lives of Barbara Toy, plus challenges republishing her out-of-print books (only In Search of Sheba is currently reprinted). Back in studio, Steve and Ike note Tim Slessor’s death, a Tom Holland Series Land Rover ad, and a Liam Neeson horror-comedy featuring Land Rovers.

00:00 Ike Is Out Today

00:39 Hotel Internet Fixes

01:32 Naming The Expedition

02:19 Meet The Pollyanna Crew

03:59 Why Recreate The Journey

06:52 Picking Up Pollyanna

07:24 JFK Versus Newark

08:49 On The Road Glitches

12:10 Laura Joins The Ride

14:45 Club Shirts And Walmart

15:56 Bill And The Support Cars

17:40 Writing And Publishing Plans

19:22 Saving Barbara Toy History

22:51 Recreating Jacksonville Beach

23:38 Family Ties And Legacy

25:16 Rescuing Barbara’s Archive

26:08 Letters Become a Book

26:39 Hunting Global Ephemera

27:41 Reprinting the Travelogues

29:27 Pollyanna and Lost Vehicles

31:32 Why the Books Are Rare

33:18 Secondhand Shop Strategies

34:24 Farewell and Modern Contrast

36:38 Land Rover News Roundup

38:02 Tom Holland Series Ad

39:36 Tattoo Banter Detour

40:42 Pollyanna Trip Check-In

44:16 Liam Neeson Zombie Film

46:35 Wrap Up and Next Check-In

Steve Beres and Ike Goss discuss the newly revealed Freelander, debating whether the images show a real production vehicle or a concept pushed out after a crash-test leak, and they comment on its bold styling, screen-heavy interior, and unusual seating and door design. They cover Land Rover news including Tiger Woods rolling a Range Rover in an alleged DUI incident, a viral Sudbury car-park video featuring a machete-wielding motorbike theft and a Defender intervening, and a reported 61% jump in JLR sales alongside jokes about Jerry McGovern’s departure. Ike shares Pangolin4x4 shop updates on a repeatedly botched transmission rebuild and the importance of correct tolerances, plus progress on two Michigan Land Rovers bought sight unseen. They also preview Tom Pickford and Bill Cooper driving the famous Pollyanna to the SCARR rally and mention Steve’s new diode laser tool for marking parts.

00:00 Show Intro and Hosts

01:20 Freelander Reveal Buzz

01:52 Concept or Production

02:38 Wild Interior Tech

06:27 Design Stripe Debate

09:02 Can You Buy It

09:44 Tiger Woods Rollover

12:06 Defender Vigilante Video

15:33 JLR Sales Spike Talk

16:46 Pangolin Shop Updates

17:40 Gearbox Rebuild Autopsy

18:27 Bushing Failure Explained

19:29 Why Tolerances Matter

21:35 Customer Fallout and Fix

22:41 Dialed In Land Rovers

24:28 Michigan Barn Finds Update

28:16 Pollyanna Road Trip

30:08 New Diode Laser Tool

33:12 Wrap Up and Next Week

Steve Beres and Ike Goss cover a bleak week of Land Rover news, including JLR temporarily halting production at the Solihull plant for two weeks due to a supplier dispute affecting Range Rover and Range Rover Sport. They discuss leaked crash-test photos of the new Freelander (developed with Chery), noting its larger SUV proportions, bold Freelander branding, and a stripped, modern JLR-like interior, along with reports of a $58,000 entry price and plans for the UK rather than the US. They revisit the confusing status of design chief Gerry McGovern, with new reports saying he will step down at the end of March. The hosts also note the British Army retiring its iconic Land Rover fleet with replacement expected by 2030, speculate about surplus sales, debut a “Would You Rather” segment, and mention a new Anaconda film opening with a classic Defender scene.

00:00 Show Intro and Hosts

01:31 JLR Halts Solihull Production

02:37 Freelander Crash Leak

04:32 Freelander Design Breakdown

08:17 Pricing and Market Plans

09:19 Jerry McGovern Exit Saga

12:10 British Army Retires Land Rovers

15:17 Defender Import Dreams

15:44 Would You Rather Begins

16:55 Heater Core Nightmare

18:32 Creepy Seat vs Enya Loop

21:59 Viewer Submissions Call

22:24 Defender Spotting in Anaconda

25:13 Project Hail Mary Rovers

25:40 Where Is Jerry McGovern

26:25 See You Next Week

https://classiclandrover.com/2026/03/20/british-army-to-retire-iconic-land-rover-fleet/

https://www.autonews.com/jaguar-land-rover/ane-jaguar-design-boss-mcgovern-starts-consultancy-0320/

https://www.autoblog.com/news/new-land-rover-freelander-leaked-after-crash-test

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c3931xz101do

Steve Beres and Ike Goss discuss JLR’s new international Defender Awards and how they differ from the existing Defender Service Awards, including the judging-panel process and some winners. They review spy-photo news suggesting the Range Rover Velar is becoming a more wagon-like, road-focused vehicle, and debate why the newer Range Rover logo appears inconsistently on vehicles and the website. They cover controversy around a Chinese company’s Range Rover-like vehicle and ad copy. Steve then interviews Joe Hesselman of Lost Cause Ranch about his new car-wash-based shop with three-phase power and expanded CNC capabilities, plus his Land Rover projects including a six-wheel Discovery 2 and a Discovery 4 chopped into a tray-back “El Camino”-style pickup with custom aluminum flatbed and toolboxes. The episode ends with a brief film recommendation, "Sorcerer" (1978).

00:00 Show Intro and Hosts

01:20 Defender Awards Explained

03:53 Winners and Weird Highlights

04:57 Velar Update Wagon Talk

06:40 Range Rover Logo Mystery

08:27 China Copycat Ad Drama

11:02 Defender Lookalike SUVs

17:51 Interview Joe Lost Cause

19:15 New Ranch CNC Upgrades

24:35 Fleet Updates and 6x6 Disco

27:43 Chopping a Discovery Tease

28:13 El Camino Dreaming

29:38 Why Cut the LR4

30:37 Sourcing the Rear Cap

31:31 Slicing It in Half

33:53 Designing the Flatbed

36:28 All Aluminum Fabrication

39:58 Underbed Box Mastery

42:09 CNC Press Brake Talk

45:57 Future Ranch Projects

49:54 Utes and Car Culture

52:08 Sorcerer Movie Pick

54:23 Wrap and Next Week

Steve Beres and Ike Goss open the Underpowered Hour noting a planned interview with Land Rover drivetrain expert Matt Jackson was lost due to a failed new “internet interview machine.” They cover Land Rover news, including the UK-only Range Rover Sport SVR Ultimate Edition with a 3.7-second 0–60 time, VIP handover, 500 units, and a £145,995 price. They discuss Chelsea Tractor Company expanding its signature body kits to vehicles like the Grenadier and Jeep, plus a line of pedal-equipped electric bikes and a heavily vented Defender build with an awkward fuel-filler tunnel. They preview the new Defender Trophy selection process in British Columbia, with 190 North American competitors and Jennifer Fibble competing for a finals spot in the UK. Ike also shares acquiring a recognizable 1950 Series I and a 1955 pickup from a Michigan estate sale and updates on a 109 wagon build with disc brakes and upgrades.

00:00 Show Intro and Hosts

01:19 Guest Interview Fails

02:02 Range Rover SVR Ultimate

03:28 VIP Perks and Tech

05:36 Wheels Seats and Pricing

06:49 Chelsea Tractor Body Kits

08:13 Chelsea Electric Bikes

12:28 Defender Guana Widebody

14:46 Design Details and Fuel Door

16:23 Chelsea Tractor Swell Kit

17:21 Defender Trophy Returns

18:37 Instagram Stage Training

20:42 Estate Sale Rover Haul

22:23 The Blue Series One

25:21 Shop Build 109 Wagon

25:54 Michelin XZL Tire Talk

27:04 Tractor Tangents and Tips

28:18 Busy Shop and UK Plans

29:56 Next Episode Tease

Steve Beres and Ike Goss skip the news to interview Helen and Marcella (“The Gazelles”) about their debut run in the Dakar Classic in a self-built classic Land Rover. Helen explains how her first desert rally idea began with Rallye Aïcha des Gazelles in 2019, how she and Marcella—friends for over 21 years—became teammates, and why in-car chemistry matters under stress. They describe building their Dakar vehicle “Purdy” from the ground up after an outside build effort failed, using a pre-inspection for peace of mind before shipping the car, and arriving surprised to see big teams still wrenching in the bivouac. They share standout moments, including meeting top competitors, encouragement from Saudi spectators, and a last-day crisis where hitting a rock caused two flats and required help from another team. They discuss on-course assistance rules, helping others in dunes, lessons learned, and hint at future adventures.

Intro and Hosts

01:18 Why This Dakar Interview

02:49 Meet the Gazelles

03:30 How the Idea Started

05:30 Finding the Right Teammate

06:30 Team Chemistry in the Car

08:26 From Gazelles to Dakar Timeline

09:15 Building Purdy from Scratch

10:45 Skills and the YouTube Build Series

12:54 Logistics and Pre Inspection

16:49 Arriving in Saudi Race Bubble

18:49 Meeting Legends and Local Moments

21:05 Was Dakar a Success

22:22 Racing Under Cameras

23:58 Finish Line Tire Crisis

25:48 On Course Support Rules

27:29 Helping in the Dunes

28:50 Whats Next Adventure

30:10 Lessons From Dakar

33:57 Lightning Round

36:21 Shoutouts and Motivation

38:48 Hosts Wrap Up

Steve and Ike welcome Olympian and cross-country skier Ben Ogden, calling in from Sweden as his race season continues after the Olympics. Ben explains how he got into the sport in Vermont, describes winning silver in the men’s individual sprint and again in the team sprint with Gus Schumacher, and breaks down sprint race format, tactics, and the major role of ski selection and waxing support. The conversation shifts to Ben’s 1973 Series III Land Rover restoration bought from Vermont restorer Lanny Clark: an 18,000-mile but heavily rusted, long-nonrunning “derelict” that became his off-season outlet. Ben details progress—bodywork, welding aluminum, marine blue paint challenges after a PPG discontinuation, rebuilt drivetrain, brakes, and remaining wiring and interior bits—plus other vehicles, motorcycles, knitting, and a quick lightning round.

00:00 Show Intro and Hosts

01:22 Meet Olympian Ben Ogden

02:13 Why Cross Country Skiing

04:16 Olympic Silver Medal Story

06:54 Ski Wax and Prep Secrets

11:50 Land Rover and Olympic Skiing

14:14 Ben’s Series III Project Begins

19:04 Restoration Progress and Paint Drama

21:54 What’s Left to Finish

22:31 Dash Trim Hunt

23:17 Care Package Offer

23:45 Oregon Off Road Plans

24:10 Other Rigs Garage Tour

26:14 Volvo Trucks And Military Oddities

27:53 Motorcycles And Learning Wrenching

29:00 Knitting As A Project Fix

30:20 Sweater Reveal And Restoration Mindset

33:21 Lightning Round Q And A

34:38 Thanks And Sign Off

Steve Beres hosts an episode of The Underpowered Hour from John Masters’ podcast studio in the English countryside while Ike Goss is traveling. Steve is joined by John Masters, Camel Trophy legend Bob Ives, Land Rover mechanic Dan Ives, and Nick Dimbleby after a day driving two matching GAC Camel Trophy vehicles, including one Masters restored and another recently acquired vehicle associated with Ian Chapman/Bob Ives. They discuss the history of the four Moscow/Red Square GAC Discoverys (560–563), the unknown whereabouts of 560 and 561, and details of Masters’ restorations, originality and patina, and how hard the vehicles were used in Camel Trophy selections and training (including water “tide marks,” mud inside chassis rails, and stories about A-bars/ropes used to link vehicles). The group also talks about current Land Rover topics including the Defender Trophy, Dakar coverage and logistics, the appeal of recognizable vehicles in rallying, and hopes for more manufacturers competing in Land Rover’s Dakar class. Nick shares updates on his Freelander trip in India (about 2,000–2,500 miles, up to roughly 14,000 feet, with three Freelanders and two cracked expansion tanks) and a Freelander incident involving an animal nest fire. Masters mentions his next restoration project: a 1985 Camel Trophy Ninety Dutch team vehicle currently in Spain with a raised roof and other modifications. Nick also recounts driving a Range Rover “Popemobile” with a fake pope during a 1995 Rover France project celebrating the end of classic Range Rover production. The episode closes with plans to have Nick and Lisa on to discuss the India adventure, and joking updates about trying to get proof of life from Land Rover’s Jerry McGovern.

Camel Trophy Legends Ian Chapman & Tom Collins: Knife Fights, Hurricanes, and the Stories Behind the MudSteve Beres and Ike Goss host an episode of The Underpowered Hour recorded during extreme storm conditions at the Camel Trophy 45 event at Eastnor Castle. They interview longtime Camel Trophy organizer Ian Chapman and Camel Trophy and Land Rover legend Tom Collins, covering stories from past events including a confrontation involving journalist Robert Pelton Young, memories from Madagascar 1987, and how former competitors became key support staff. Chapman and Collins discuss Land Rover’s limited role in organizing Camel Trophy, how vehicles were chosen based on availability and marketing launches (including Defender, Discovery, Range Rover, and Freelander), and why the event ultimately worked because of the people and the selection process. The conversation includes notable incidents such as a famous windscreen-penetrating log accident, helicopter crash survivals, a minefield navigation story during a pre-scout, and reflections on the lasting camaraderie of Camel Trophy reunions. The episode ends with thanks to the Camel Trophy Owners Club and event organizers, and a promise of future Land Rover podcast episodes.

Hosts Steve Beres and Ike Goss discuss a range of topics including Land Rover's impending $520 million tariff hit in the U.S., the introduction of new electric models like the electric Velar replacement and Evoke, and a deep dive into the acquisition of a vintage 1951 Land Rover Series I. They also delve into skiing accidents affecting Land Rover influencers, their upcoming travels, and future plans for vehicle restorations.

In this episode of The Underpowered Hour, Steve Beres and Ike Goss dive into exciting news about Jaguar Land Rover’s potential plans to produce Chinese cars in the UK. They discuss the implications and speculate on new vehicle models like the Cherry Freelander. The hosts also talk about Canadian automotive tariffs and the challenges of electric vehicles in cold weather. Meanwhile, in the Pangolin 4x4 workshop, Ike updates on recent Land Rover projects, including a 1951 80-inch, a 1956 Series I, and a unique ‘Dormobile’ conversion. The episode wraps up with a fun chat about Jeremy Clarkson's vehicles on 'Clarkson's Farm' and some geeky insights into laser maintenance and its uses. Don’t miss out on the laugh-filled Land Rover discussions and farm talk!

Join hosts Steve Beres and Ike Goss in this episode of Underpowered Hour as they discuss Land Rover's surprising performance in the Dakar Rally, dissect the complexities of automotive paint, and share their thoughts on Range Rover's newest London-inspired editions. Whether you're a Land Rover enthusiast or keen on learning about vehicle paint processes, this episode is packed with insights and humor. Tune in as Steve and Ike navigate through a range of topics, from vintage restorations to modern luxury. Visit theberescollection.com and follow them on Instagram @theberescollection or @pangolin4x4 to stay updated on their adventures.

00:00 Introduction and Hosts' Background

01:19 Land Rover's Victory at Dakar Rally

04:30 Discussion on Stock Class Racing

07:22 Special Edition Range Rovers

13:09 Land Rover's Custom Shop and Paint Innovations

19:02 Introduction to Land Rover Paint

19:40 Understanding Paint Preferences

20:31 Challenges of Painting Vintage Land Rovers

21:25 Restoration Shops and Reproduction Panels

22:56 Aluminum and Paint Adhesion

25:55 Matching and Maintaining Paint

30:31 Paint Quality Over the Decades

34:07 Evaluating Paint When Buying a Car

42:10 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Events

Join Stephen Beres and Ike Goss on this week's episode of 'The Underpowered Hour' as they give an update on the Dakar Rally progress, including Land Rover's standing in various classes and the tough competition they face. They also discuss the UK's GDP improvement, partially credited to Jaguar Land Rover, and delve into Ike's New Year's off-roading adventure in the Pacific Northwest featuring an array of Land Rovers tackling challenging trails. Tune in for an exciting mix of racing updates, economic insights, and off-roading tales.

Join hosts Steve Beres and Ike Goss as they discuss their latest projects and share updates from the Land Rover community. This week, they delve into the story of a Norwegian enthusiast struggling with bureaucracy to register his restored Series III, and they provide insights into the Land Rover Defender's significant presence in the Dakar Rally. From factory-supported teams to privateer efforts, and the standout performances in the Dakar Classic, this episode covers the highs and lows of Land Rover's latest adventures. Plus, stay tuned for a humorous and in-depth discussion on navigating the challenges of international vehicle registration.

In this week's episode of The Underpowered Hour, Stephen Beres is joined by guest host Joe from Lost Cause Ranch. They discuss Joe's adventures across the Midwest with his Land Rover Series vehicles, his experiences at various off-roading events, and the latest news regarding the Land Rover Defender. They also delve into the specifics of Joe's Freelanders, his work on a unique Range Rover camper conversion, and the completion of his impressive shop facility. This episode is packed with anecdotes, technical insights, and a touch of humor as Stephen and Joe share their passion for Land Rovers.

In this episode of The Underpowered Hour, host Stephen Beres is joined by world-renowned photographer Nick Dimbleby. They dive into Dimbleby's adventures with the Octa in Africa, discuss their passion for the Freelander including personal experiences and ownership stories, and analyze the appearance of the P38 Range Rover in the John Wick franchise. The duo also talk about the latest updates from ECD auto designs and the intriguing world of modified Land Rovers. Tune in for a captivating discussion filled with humor, insights, and some fascinating Land Rover trivia.

Join Steve Beres and Ike Goss on this episode of The Underpowered Hour as they discuss the fluctuating prices of NAS Defenders, including recent auctions and market trends. They also delve into Chinese clones of the Land Rover Defender and their implications. Reflecting on the year's highlights, the hosts share their favorite moments and upcoming plans. Don't miss the updates on their projects, adventures, and a look forward to 2024!

In this episode of The Underpowered Hour, hosts Ike and Linus delve into a variety of topics. They start with a bit of humor before discussing various aspects of the Land Rover community. Topics include updates from the Classic Works team, the unexpected high auction price of a Land Rover Freelander, and the status of Jerry McGovern's employment at JLR. The hosts also cover the recent news about the Defender Trophy competition and discuss holiday gift ideas for Land Rover enthusiasts, including some interesting new tools and personal wish lists. They wrap up with a preview of the legendary Camel Trophy interview set to be released over the holiday season. Tune in to stay updated and entertained by your favorite Land Rover aficionados!

Join Steve Beres and Ike Goss on the Underpowered Hour as they dive into the recent shakeup at Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) with the departure of iconic design head Gerry McGovern. Explore the impact of McGovern's designs, including the polarizing Freelander, and speculate on the future with Tata's new CEO at the helm. From the recent hack to the evolving landscape of Land Rover and the automotive industry, this episode provides an in-depth look at what changes might be on the horizon. Tune in for an engaging discussion about the past, present, and future of these legendary vehicles!

In this week's episode of the Underpowered Hour, we dive into the exciting reveal of the new Land Rover Defender Dakar Rally livery featuring a desert-inspired Geo Palette design. Hosts Steve Baris and Ike Goss share their first impressions and discuss the vehicle's earth-tone aesthetics and practical modifications. The duo also covers essential winterizing tips for your Land Rover, from using tire chains and choosing the best antifreeze to preparing for winter workshop projects. Don't miss insights on chassis protection, maintaining engine performance in freezing conditions, and more. Plus, hear about ongoing projects at the Beres Collection and Pangolin 4x4, including the Land Rover Dakar Classic and the unique Wooden Land Rover build.

In this episode of Underpowered Hour, hosts Steve Beres and Ike Goss delve into a covert mission involving a Land Rover Defender Trek edition spreading banned books across the US. They discuss the vehicle's bold wrap and the aims of the initiative. Additionally, Steve and Ike explore the news of an Audi Scout EV developed by Volkswagen Group and its impact on the market. They humorously critique the lavish details of the Holland & Holland Edition Range Rover by Over Finch, noting its excessive use of drinking accessories. The duo also share their favorite Black Friday deals, from car cleaning supplies to gaming simulator gear, and preview their upcoming adventures, including Steve's trip to the Las Vegas Formula One race. Tune in for a blend of automotive news, humor, and consumer insights!

Join Steve Beres and Ike Goss as they delve into a variety of exciting topics in this week's episode of The Underpowered Hour. From imitation Land Rovers and a floating Defender to Liza and Jenna's detailed recap of the SEMA show in Las Vegas, there's no shortage of intriguing discussions. They review captivating videos of Land Rovers tackling challenging terrains, dive into the financial impact of the recent Land Rover hack, and analyze the latest in vehicle imitations from Beijing Auto Works. Don't miss the insights from the SEMA show, including innovative automotive tools and cool new products discovered. Tune in for a lively conversation and all things Land Rover!

In this episode of the Underpowered Hour, hosts Steve Beres and Ike Goss discuss a unique Land Rover Defender 130 transformed into an El Camino-style vehicle while humorously speculating on its practicality. The duo also explores the details of the Destination Defender event and its musical guests. In the latter part of the episode, Steve delves into his recent project of rebuilding the rear differential on a NAS 90 rally car, highlighting the complexities and challenges of the task. Additionally, the hosts entertain listeners with historical heist stories involving Land Rovers, including the Great Train Robbery of 1963.

Join Steve Beres and Ike Goss in this week's Underpowered Hour as they delve into the latest Land Rover news, including the potential production halt due to a Chinese chip ban and exciting spy photos of the upcoming Defender 80. They also discuss the new Twisted Automotive presence in the U.S. and the luxurious yet costly Japanese special edition Works V8 Defender. Tune in for their witty banter and deep dive into all things Land Rover!

In this episode of The Underpowered Hour, Steve Beres and Ike Goss discuss the latest updates from the Land Rover world, including the impact of Jaguar Land Rover's recent hack on production and the release of the 2026 Land Rover Defender with its new features. They also cover the return of Toyota's FJ to the Land Cruiser market and the unique project of building a wooden Land Rover at Pangolin 4x4. Plus, updates on the classic Defender 90 rally car preparing for SEMA. Join us for an in-depth look at the latest in the world of Land Rovers and off-roading!