Imitation Land Rovers, Floating Defender and the SEMA Show
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!
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New Defender Pickup, Epic Heists & How to Setup a Diff
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.
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New Defender 80, and Twisted Automotive in USA
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!
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Wooden Land Rover Update, Latest Defender Updates, and Toyota's FJ Land Cruiser Return!
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!
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ReBelle Rally Recap: Triumphs, Trials, and only a small fire…
On this episode of The Underpowered Hour, Steve Beres and Ike Goss sit down with Jenna and Liza to discuss their exciting journey through the fourth annual ReBelle Rally. They share their experiences with the challenges and triumphs faced, from mechanical mishaps and desert navigations to handling unexpected fires and maintaining their composure through adversity. Following their journey from start to finish, the team recounts their strategies, memorable moments, and crucial behind-the-scenes details, all while highlighting the importance of perseverance and teamwork. Packed with detailed anecdotes and humor, this recap provides an immersive look at the demanding yet exhilarating world of ReBelle Rally racing.
From Pangolin4x4 and The Beres Collection it’s The Underpowered Hour, a podcast about the Best 4x4xFar, the Land Rover. Join Ike Goss and Steve Beres each week as they discuss Land Rover news, talk to amazing guest and bring you segments like, Tip Top Tool Tips, Fix It Or Replace it and everyone’s favorite, Celebrity Land Rover Owner Of The Week. It’s the Land Rover Podcast you didn’t know you needed!
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